Geopolitics
Q1. Which country faced U.S. threats of military action but later engaged in diplomatic talks to avoid conflict, as per February 2, 2026 reports?
A) Venezuela
B) Cuba
C) Iran
D) Russia
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Reports highlighted escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, with threats of attack easing after President Trump indicated talks were underway. This reflects ongoing Middle East geopolitical risks impacting oil prices.
Q2.What was the primary focus of the U.S. Executive Order on Cuba announced around February 2, 2026?
A) Lifting trade embargoes
B) Imposing tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba
C) Recognizing Cuban independence
D) Promoting tourism to Cuba
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The EO declared a national emergency and authorized tariffs on imports from countries providing oil to Cuba, using trade as a geopolitical tool.
Q3. According to February 2, 2026 analyses, what geopolitical shift is the U.S. pursuing in the Western Hemisphere?
A) Increasing military involvement in Europe
B) Abandoning tariffs entirely
C) Forming alliances with China
D) Reducing Eastern Hemisphere engagement and dominating the Western Hemisphere
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Analyses noted U.S. efforts to limit Eastern Hemisphere ties while imposing tariffs in the Western Hemisphere, including actions in Venezuela and Cuba.
Q4. What commodity saw a sharp plunge on February 2, 2026, due to fading geopolitical risk premiums related to Iran?
A) Oil
B) Gold
C) Silver
D) Yen
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Oil prices fell as U.S.-Iran talks reduced risk premiums, exacerbating a commodities selloff.
Q5. Which leader criticized U.S. tariffs at Davos, advocating for middle powers to shape global order, as reported on February 2, 2026?
A) Donald Trump
B) Xi Jinping
C) Mark Carney
D) Vladimir Putin
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech highlighted feelings of betrayal from U.S. tariffs, amid Canada’s economic deal with China.
Q6. What was identified as the top global threat in a World Economic Forum report referenced on February 2, 2026?
A) Climate change
B) Geoeconomic confrontation
C) Nuclear proliferation
D) Pandemics
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The report cited rising tariffs and supply controls as examples of geoeconomic confrontation, likely triggering crises within two years.
Q7. Which Arab ally warned against using its airspace for military action against Iran on February 2, 2026?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Qatar
C) Jordan
D) UAE
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The United Arab Emirates will not let its airspace, territory or territorial waters be used for any hostile military actions against Iran, the UAE foreign ministry said.
World News India
Q8. Under the US-India trade deal announced on February 2, 2026, what tariff rate did the US reduce for Indian goods?
A) 25% to 10%
B) 50% to 25%
C) 25% to 18%
D) 18% to 0%
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: President Trump announced the deal after a call with PM Modi, reducing tariffs from 25% to 18% in exchange for India halting Russian oil purchases.
Q9. As part of the February 2, 2026 US-India trade agreement, what did India commit to purchasing more of from the US?
A) Weapons
B) Oil
C) Technology
D) Agricultural products
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: India agreed to buy US and potentially Venezuelan oil, replacing Russian imports, with commitments exceeding $500 billion in US products.
Q10. Which international organization approved financing for India’s skills training program on February 2, 2026?
A) World Bank
B) IMF
C) ADB
D) UN
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The World Bank approved $830 million for the PM-SETU Program to upgrade ITIs and align skills with labor market needs.
Q11. What was the projected value of US products India agreed to buy under the February 2, 2026 trade deal?
A) $100 billion
B) $500 billion
C) $1 trillion
D) $200 billion
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The deal includes India purchasing over $500 billion in US energy, technology, and agricultural products.
Q12. Which leader expressed delight over the US-India trade deal on February 2, 2026?
A) Joe Biden
B) Xi Jinping
C) Donald Trump
D) Narendra Modi
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: PM Modi was delighted by the tariff reduction, though India had previously resisted US pressure on Russian oil.
Q13. What was India’s daily Russian oil import figure mentioned in reports on February 2, 2026?
A) 500,000 barrels
B) 1 million barrels
C) 1.5 million barrels
D) 2 million barrels
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: India imports 1.5 million barrels daily from Russia, which it agreed to cease under the new deal.
Q14. In the context of the US-India deal, what war did Trump claim it would help end?
A) Ukraine
B) Gaza
C) Yemen
D) Syria
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Trump stated halting Russian oil purchases would help end the Ukraine war by reducing Russia’s revenue.
Q15. What program did the World Bank fund to improve India’s job placement rates on February 2, 2026?
A) Skill India
B) PM-SETU
C) Make in India
D) Digital India
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The PM-SETU Program aims to produce over a million skilled workers annually, addressing low graduate placement rates.
Indian Polity
Q16. What did the Supreme Court recognize as a fundamental right under Article 21 on February 2, 2026?
A) Menstrual health
B) Right to privacy
C) Right to education
D) Freedom of speech
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The SC directed free sanitary napkins and functional toilets in schools, linking menstrual health to life and liberty.
Q17. What share of central taxes did the 16th Finance Commission recommend for states on February 2, 2026?
A) 35%
B) 41%
C) 45%
D) 50%
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The commission retained 41% devolution, with revised criteria favoring southern states’ fiscal needs.
Q18. Over what issue did Rahul Gandhi and Rajnath Singh spar in Parliament on February 2, 2026?
A) Economic policy
B) GST reforms
C) Farm laws
D) Chinese aggression
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The debate centered on allegations of Chinese incursions, highlighting border security concerns.
Q19. What allocation was made for NPR and Census 2027 in the Union Budget 2026-27?
A) Rs 3,000 crore
B) Rs 6,000 crore
C) Rs 10,000 crore
D) Rs 15,000 crore
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The budget allocated Rs 6,000 crore for the National Population Register and Census operations.
Q20. Which sector received a record outlay in the Union Budget 2026-27 for indigenisation?
A) Agriculture
B) Health
C) Education
D) Defence
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The budget emphasized defense self-reliance with increased funding for indigenous production.
Q21. What new initiative was announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 for the Northeast?
A) Rare Earth Corridors
B) Buddhist Circuit development
C) Textile parks
D) AI hubs
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The scheme aims to develop the Buddhist Circuit to boost tourism and cultural ties in the region.
Sports
Q22. Which teams are set to face off in Super Bowl LX on February 2, 2026 reports?
A) Patriots vs Seahawks
B) Chiefs vs Eagles
C) 49ers vs Ravens
D) Cowboys vs Packers
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks arrived for Super Bowl 60 preparations.
Q23. Who won the Australian Open men’s final on February 2, 2026?
A) Novak Djokovic
B) Carlos Alcaraz
C) Rafael Nadal
D) Roger Federer
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: At 22, Alcaraz became the youngest to complete a career Grand Slam with a four-set victory over Djokovic.
Q24. Why did Pakistan boycott its T20 World Cup match against India as per February 2, 2026 news?
A) Weather issues
B) Scheduling conflicts
C) Player injuries
D) Security tensions
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The government cited security concerns, deepening the cricket rivalry amid geopolitical issues.
Arts
Q25. Who was announced for the 2026 Hyundai Commission at Tate Modern’s Turbine Hall on February 2, 2026?
A) Tarek Atoui
B) Jenny Wu
C) Marlowe Mitchell
D) Tavares Strachan
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Tarek Atoui will create a site-specific work as part of the ongoing Hyundai series.
Education
Q26. What did the US Department of Education clarify regarding ‘professional’ degrees on February 2, 2026?
A) Inclusion of accounting
B) Exclusion of nursing
C) List of 11 programs like law and medicine
D) Unlimited student loans
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The notice proposed 11 fields as professional degrees for graduate loan limits, excluding accounting.
Literature
Q27. Which author’s book topped the hardcover fiction bestseller list on February 2, 2026?
A) Mary Kubica
B) Jim Butcher
C) Kate Quinn
D) Toni Morrison
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Jim Butcher’s “Twelve Months,” the 18th Harry Dresden novel, debuted at #1.
Other Current Affairs
Q28. How many Ramsar sites does India have as of February 2, 2026?
A) 85
B) 90
C) 98
D) 120
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Two new sites were added ahead of World Wetlands Day, with Tamil Nadu leading at 20.
