Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1–10)
1. Which of the following statements about recent developments in the Middle East is correct?
A) Russia has announced full withdrawal from all conflict zones
B) The United States has threatened military action against Iran and resumed strikes
C) Iran has captured Kharg Island
D) No new US military involvement has been reported
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Multiple reports on 11 June 2026 highlighted US threats of invasion and resumption of strikes on Iran.
2. Russian troops facing supply disruptions in a conflict zone were reported to be without which essential resource?
A) Ammunition
B) Fuel
C) Water
D) Medical supplies
Correct Answer: C.
3. The statement “US WILL TAKE KHARG ISLAND” was associated with which expert’s analysis?
A) Lt Col Daniel Davis
B) Matt Lauer
C) Rob Fox
D) Spencer Pratt
Correct Answer: A.
4. Which organisation released the news bulletin covering European and global developments on 11 June 2026?
A) BBC
B) euronews
C) Al Jazeera
D) Reuters
Correct Answer: B.
5. Recent reports indicated that Ukrainian forces targeted which infrastructure in Russia?
A) Oil refinery
B) Dam
C) Railway junction
D) Airbase
Correct Answer: B.
6. The ongoing conflict-related development reported on 11 June 2026 involved:
A) Full Russian victory
B) Ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine
C) Russian troops beginning withdrawal due to logistics failure
D) NATO ground troop deployment
Correct Answer: C.
7. Which of the following is a key geopolitical flashpoint mentioned in recent news?
A) Taiwan Strait
B) Iran
C) South China Sea
D) Both B and C
Correct Answer: B.
8. The US decision to resume strikes was reported in the context of which country?
A) Iran
B) Russia
C) North Korea
D) Venezuela
Correct Answer: A.
9.Which former US official or analyst has been vocal about potential US action on Kharg Island?
A) Lt Col Daniel Davis
B) Jimmy Kimmel
C) Matt Lauer
D) Spencer Pratt
Correct Answer: A.
10.Geopolitical tensions reported on 11 June 2026 primarily revolved around:
A) Trade war between US and China
B) US-Iran confrontation
C) European Union expansion
D) Climate negotiations
Correct Answer: B.
World News & India (Questions 11–15)
11. News related to US political developments on 11 June 2026 included coverage of:
A) US mid-term elections
B) Trump’s comments on war and an NBA event
C) New US President swearing-in
D) Impeachment proceedings
Correct Answer: B.
12.The theme of the euronews bulletin released on 11 June 2026 was:
A) Sports only
B) Indian general elections
C) Latest news from Europe and beyond
D) Climate change only
Correct Answer: C.
13. Which of the following reflects a major international story on 11 June 2026?
A) Breakthrough in climate talks
B) US-Iran tensions and possible military action
C) End of the Russia-Ukraine conflict
D) New WTO agreement
Correct Answer: B.
14. Democracy Now! released a segment titled:
A) Top U.S. & World Headlines — June 11, 2026
B) European Union Budget 2027
C) BRICS Summit outcomes
D) Indian foreign policy review
Correct Answer: A.
15. International media coverage on 11 June 2026 prominently featured:
A) Sports diplomacy
B) Antarctic treaty negotiations
C) US threats and military posture towards Iran
D) ASEAN summit
Correct Answer: C.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 16–21)
16. Which of the following best describes recent UPSC-related developments?
A) UPSC Prelims 2026 results have been declared
B) UPSC Prelims 2026 provisional answer key has been released
C) UPSC has cancelled the 2026 examination
D) No updates regarding UPSC 2026
Correct Answer: B.
17. The 72nd BPSC notification was recently released. This relates to:
A) Bihar Public Service Commission examination
B) Union Public Service Commission
C) State Bank recruitment
D) SSC examination
Correct Answer: A.
18. UPSC aspirants following current affairs on 11–12 June 2026 would primarily focus on:
A) Only domestic issues
B) Sports achievements only
C) Both international geopolitics and national examination updates
D) Literature festivals
Correct Answer: C.
19. Which body released the revised exam calendar for 2026?
A) UPSC
B) BPSC
C) SSC
D) Both A and B
Correct Answer: B.
20. The release of provisional answer keys is associated with which examination?
A) BPSC
B) UPSC Prelims 2026
C) State PCS only
D) Neither
Correct Answer: B.
21. For UPSC preparation, which of the following is considered a reliable source of daily current affairs?
A) Drishti IAS
B) Insights on India
C) Both A and B
D) Neither
Correct Answer: C.
Sports, Arts, Education & Miscellaneous (Questions 22–29)
22. Which former NFL quarterback, nicknamed the “Comeback Kid”, has his birthday on 11 June?
A) Joe Montana
B) Tom Brady
C) Peyton Manning
D) Brett Favre
Correct Answer: A.
23.Gene Wilder is best known for his role in which film?
A) Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
B) The Godfather
C) Casablanca
D) The Matrix
Correct Answer: A.
24. Who was the first actress to appear in a wheelchair on Broadway and win a Tony Award?
A) Helen Keller
B) Ali Stroker
C) Marlee Matlin
D) None of the above
Correct Answer: B.
25. On 11 June 1963, which US President proposed the Civil Rights Act?
A) Lyndon B. Johnson
B) Dwight D. Eisenhower
C) Richard Nixon
D) John F. Kennedy
Correct Answer: D.
26. The first horse to win the US Triple Crown did so in which year?
A) 1919
B) 1925
C) 1930
D) 1940
Correct Answer: A.
27. Edwin Armstrong demonstrated which broadcasting technology for the first time on 11 June 1936?
A) AM radio
B) FM radio
C) Television
D) Satellite radio
Correct Answer: B.
28. Which historical event occurred on 11 June 1776?
A) Signing of the Declaration of Independence
B) Boston Tea Party
C) Appointment of the Committee of Five to draft the Declaration
D) Battle of Bunker Hill
Correct Answer: C.
29. Timothy McVeigh was executed for his role in which event?
A) 9/11 attacks
B) Oklahoma City bombing
C) Boston Marathon bombing
D) World Trade Center bombing
Correct Answer: B.
