Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-12)
Q1. On 14 June 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with French President Emmanuel Macron, inaugurated which event in Nice, France?
A) Indo-French Tech Summit
B) Bharat Innovates 2026
C) G7 Innovation Forum
D) AI Action Summit
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The event brought together Indian deep-tech startups (especially in AI and biotech), venture capital funds, and focused on innovation, trust in technology, and “Design in India, Develop in India.”
Q2. PM Modi’s June 2026 Europe visit (France and Slovakia) primarily focuses on:
A) Defence pacts only
B) Technology, bilateral ties, innovation, and G7 outreach
C) Climate change negotiations exclusively
D) Cultural heritage restoration
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The visit includes bilateral meetings, the Bharat Innovates event, and participation as an outreach partner at the G7 Summit in France.
Q3. Which geopolitical development involving the US, Iran, and Pakistan was highlighted around 14 June 2026?
A) Lifting of US naval blockade on Iran and reopening of Strait of Hormuz under a peace deal
B) New sanctions on Iran
C) Joint military exercises
D) Withdrawal of US forces from the region
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: President Trump announced progress on a deal (with Pakistani PM involvement), aiming to ease tensions and restore shipping.
Q4. The Strait of Hormuz is critical for global energy security because it is a chokepoint for:
A) 20-30% of the world’s oil trade
B) Only regional fishing
C) LNG exclusively from Qatar
D) None of the above
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: This makes de-escalation in the area highly significant for geopolitics and energy markets.
Q5. In the context of US-Iran developments in June 2026, what role did Pakistan play?
A) Neutral observer
B) Key mediator/negotiator alongside Qatari efforts
C) Ally in military strikes
D) Opponent of the deal
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif was mentioned in announcements regarding the accord.
Q6. “No Kings” movement events on 14 June 2026 (Trump’s 80th birthday) primarily involved:
A) Nationwide street protests only
B) A major concert in New York (“Rise Up, Sing Out”) with watch parties, countering perceived authoritarianism
C) Support rallies for the administration A major concert in New York (“Rise Up, Sing Out”) with watch parties, countering perceived authoritarianism
D) Military parades
Correct Answer: C.
Q7. Which country is hosting the G7 Leaders Summit in mid-June 2026?
A) USA
B) France (Evian-les-Bains)
C) India (outreach)
D) Germany
Correct Answer: B.
Q8. PM Modi’s visit to Nice included a bilateral meeting with which leader on 14 June 2026?
A) US President
B) EU Commission President
C) Slovak PM
D) French President Emmanuel Macron
Correct Answer: D.
Q9. Recent India-France cooperation highlights which emerging areas (as per 2026 events)?
A) Deep tech, AI, startups, innovation, and bilateral investment
B) Only traditional defence
C) Space exploration only
D) Agricultural reforms
Correct Answer: A.
Q10. The US-Iran peace deal context involves potential extension of ceasefire and reopening of which maritime route?
A) Suez Canal
B) Strait of Hormuz
C) Malacca Strait
D) Panama Canal
Correct Answer: B.
Q11. In June 2026 geopolitics, concerns over Indian seafarers arose due to incidents in which region?
A) South China Sea
B) Mediterranean
C) Arctic
D) Strait of Hormuz / attacks on ships
Correct Answer: D.
Q12. India-Nepal cross-border initiatives in 2026 include:
A) Only rail connectivity discussions
B) Border closure
C) P2P remittance mechanism and rail projects
D) None
Correct Answer: C.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 13-20)
Q13. Which Article of the Indian Constitution is often invoked in discussions on “Right to be Forgotten”?
A) Article 19
B) Article 21 (Right to Life and Personal Liberty)
C) Article 14
D) Article 32
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Delhi HC has recognized it under Article 21 in recent rulings.
Q14. In Indian Polity, a High-Level Committee on demographic shifts in border areas (2026) is headed by:
A) Amit Shah
B) Home Secretary
C) NITI Aayog CEO
D) Retired Supreme Court Judge Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Formed to study unnatural demographic changes linked to infiltration.
Q15. Assam CM’s decision on Aadhaar cards for adults in 2026 relates to concerns over:
A) Voter IDs
B) Digital payments
C) Illegal immigrants
D) Education
Correct Answer: C.
Q16. NDA’s position in Rajya Sabha (as of mid-2026) is approaching but short of:
A) Simple majority
B) Two-thirds majority for constitutional amendments (needs 163)
C) One-third
D) No change
Correct Answer: B.
Q17. Supreme Court observations on homemakers in recent judgments emphasize they are:
A) Only domestic contributors
B) Nation builders (economic and social value)
C) Exempt from all laws
D) None
Correct Answer: B.
Q18. Election Symbols Order, 1968, is related to:
A) Allocation and reservation of symbols by EC
B) Criminal procedure
C) Budget allocation
D) None
Correct Answer: A.
Q19. Article 329(b) primarily deals with:
A) Courts’ role in electoral disputes
B) Fundamental Rights
C) Emergency provisions
D) Finance Commission
Correct Answer: A.
Q20. Varanasi’s recognition in 2026 as the first city under “Easy Connect Model” relates to:
A) Agriculture
B) Heritage only
C) Seamless international travel and connectivity
D) Sports infrastructure
Correct Answer: C.
Sports (Questions 21-25)
Q21. In Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 on/around 14 June, India defeated Pakistan by how many runs (notable performance by Deepti Sharma)?
A) 10 runs
B) 64 runs
C) By 5 wickets
D) Super Over
Correct Answer: B.
Q22. Shreyanka Patil’s notable contribution in the India vs Pakistan match was:
A) Century
B) Airborne catch/dismissal (spin bowling impact)
C) Hat-trick
D) None
Correct Answer: B.
Q23. FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasting in India is reportedly free on:
A) Star Sports
B) Netflix
C) DD Sports (Doordarshan)
D) Private pay channels only
Correct Answer: C.
Q24. Neeraj Chopra-related news in June 2026 often involves:
A) CWG 2026 athletics squad selection
B) Retirement
C) Politics
D) None
Correct Answer: A.
Q25. India’s strong performance in T20 WC highlights the role of spinners like:
A) Only pacers
B) Deepti Sharma and Shreyanka Patil
C) Openers exclusively
D) None
Correct Answer: B.
Arts, Education, Literature & Miscellaneous Current Affairs (Questions 26-30)
Q26. National days observed on 14 June include:
A) Flag Day (US context) and others like World Blood Donor Day
B) Only Indian Republic Day
C) Independence Day
D) Gandhi Jayanti
Correct Answer: A.
Q27. Recent SC emphasis on education and homemakers links to broader themes in:
A) Defence
B) Only economic policy
C) Article 21 and social justice
D) None
Correct Answer: C.
Q28. Zojila Tunnel project is significant for connectivity in:
A) Northeast
B) Jammu & Kashmir (strategic Ladakh access)
C) South India
D) Coastal areas
Correct Answer: B.
Q29. DRDO’s multi-layered ballistic missile defence system showcases India’s progress in:
A) Indigenous defence technology
B) Space only
C) Agriculture drones
D) None
Correct Answer: A.
Q30. Global Peace Index 2026 ranking for India was:
A) Top 10
B) 127th
C) 50th
D) Last
Correct Answer: B.
