Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12)
1. What significant agreement was advanced or detailed on 17 June 2026 involving the US and Iran?
A) A full NATO expansion treaty
B) Memorandum of Understanding to end the Iran war, extend ceasefire, and reopen Strait of Hormuz
C) A new OPEC oil production cut
D) Joint US-Iran military exercises
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Officials released details of the US-Iran MoU (signed remotely earlier), aiming to end hostilities, with implications for global energy routes and regional stability.
2. Where did PM Narendra Modi hold bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump on 17 June 2026?
A) New Delhi
B) Sidelines of G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France
C) Washington D.C.
D) Islamabad
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Discussions focused on trade deals, energy security, and safety of Indian seafarers amid recent Gulf incidents.
3. What key message did PM Modi convey to G7 leaders regarding global challenges?
A) Need for increased military alliances
B) Focus solely on climate targets
C) World suffers from a “shortage of trust”; call for rebuilding solidarity and partnerships
D) Opposition to Global South initiatives
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Modi emphasized inclusive growth, support for Global South, and proposed initiatives like Global Skills Partnership and IMPACT for connectivity.
4. Which chokepoint saw Iranian tankers reportedly escaping a US blockade around mid-June 2026?
A) Malacca Strait
B) Panama Canal
C) Bab el-Mandeb
D) Strait of Hormuz
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Linked to the US-Iran deal and reopening efforts post-conflict.
5. In the context of ongoing Middle East developments on 17 June 2026, what did Hamas report?
A) Complete ceasefire
B) Progress in the second phase of Gaza ceasefire talks
C) Withdrawal from all territories
D) New alliances with NATO
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Amid broader regional tensions including Israel-Lebanon dynamics.
6. PM Modi’s G7 outreach highlighted India’s role in which area for the Global South?
A) Leveraging young talent via skills partnerships and sustainable economic growth
B) Space exploration only
C) Arms exports
D) Isolated bilateralism
Correct Answer: B.
7. What did Trump praise Modi as during post-meeting remarks at G7?
A) A difficult negotiator but great friend/partner
B) Primary trade rival
C) Climate skeptic
D) Regional isolationist
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Amid ongoing trade and other discussions.
8. The US-Iran MoU reportedly included provisions for:
A) Immediate regime change
B) Closure of all straits
C) Joint nuclear weapons program
D) Sanctions relief framework, investments, and 60-day ceasefire extension
Correct Answer: D.
9. Which country’s PM was expected to host a related signing ceremony in Switzerland?
A) France
B) Pakistan
C) Germany
D) Japan
Correct Answer: B.
10. PM Modi held bilateral talks on the G7 sidelines with leaders of which countries besides the US?
A) UK, UAE, and others
B) Only China
C) Russia exclusively
D) None
Correct Answer: A.
11. What AI-related mention emerged in reports around Operation Epic Fury (Iran context)?
A) Grok chatbot used in munitions deployment (per some Pentagon references)
B) Ban on all AI in warfare
C) New quantum computing alliance
D) Irrelevant to geopolitics
Correct Answer: A.
12. G7 alignment on Iran/Ukraine was described as:
A) Rock solid
B) Fully expanded
C) Deeply fragile
D) Dissolved
Correct Answer: C.
Indian Polity & Governance (13-20)
13. What new mandate did the Indian government issue for medicinal syrups?
A) Doctor’s prescription required for all sales (including cough medicines)
B) Complete ban
C) Export-only
D) Color-coded packaging only
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Aimed at safety and regulation.
14. NCERT decided to restore the original image of which Harappan artefact in textbooks following criticism?
A) Priest King
B) Dancing Girl
C) Great Bath model
D) Bull seal
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Debate on historical accuracy vs. modern representations.
15. Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan released a book titled:
A) ‘Agatthiyar – The Unifier’ (on the sage’s life and philosophy)
B) Modern Economic Policies
C) Space Missions 2030
D) Cricket Legends
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Focus on Tamil literature/cultural heritage.
16. ISRO was preparing another PSLV launch attempt after two unsuccessful missions, targeted for:
A) Immediate
B) Late June or early July 2026
C) 2027
D) Cancelled
Correct Answer: B.
17. Plans were announced for how many new ‘Namo Cities’ in Delhi-NCR?
A) Two
B) Ten
C) Four
D) One
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: To ease urban pressure.
18. Telegram faced temporary restrictions in India ahead of:
A) General elections
B) Independence Day
C) Budget session
D) NEET re-examination
Correct Answer: D.
19. Export duty changes: Increased on diesel and ATF, but unchanged for:
A) Petrol
B) Gold
C) Electronics
D) Textiles
Correct Answer: A.
20. Zoological Survey of India sought approval for coral relocation in which project?
A) Mumbai Coastal Road
B) Great Nicobar infrastructure project
C) Delhi Metro expansion
D) Adani Ports
Correct Answer: B.
Sports (21-25)
21. Who was the only Indian sportsperson named in TIME magazine’s 100 most influential athletes list (around mid-June 2026)?
A) Smriti Mandhana
B) Virat Kohli
C) PV Sindhu
D) Neeraj Chopra
Correct Answer: A.
22. Young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was in news for:
A) Century in T20
B) Retirement
C) On-field altercation after India A Super Over defeat
D) Captaincy
Correct Answer: C.
23. In football mentions, Mbappé scored a brace as France defeated which team?
A) Brazil
B) Senegal
C) Argentina
D) Germany
Correct Answer: B.
24. Indian runner Yogesh Sanap achieved a record for Indians in:
A) Comrades Marathon, South Africa
B) Olympics
C) Boston Marathon
D) Tokyo Relay
Correct Answer: A.
Arts, Education, Literature & Others (26-30)
26. The book ‘Agatthiyar – The Unifier’ focuses on:
A) Life and philosophical contributions of the revered Tamil sage
B) Mughal history
C) British colonial policies
D) Modern coding education
Correct Answer: A.
27. What urban issue was highlighted in editorials around 17 June 2026?
A) Air pollution only
B) Rethinking water supply and future for Indian cities
C) Highway construction
D) Rural migration
Correct Answer: B.
28. Supreme Court judgment (contextual) or related discussions around homemaker contributions often link to:
A) Property rights recognition
B) Broader gender/economic valuation in news
C) Sports quotas
D) Exam reforms
Correct Answer: A.
29. UNICEF or climate reports around this period often flag risks for:
A) Only Europe
B) Desertification only
C) Space programs
D) India and vulnerable regions
Correct Answer: D.
