Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10)
Q1. On 22 February 2026, India strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghan territory that caused civilian casualties, including women and children, during Ramadan. The Ministry of External Affairs described the action as Pakistan attempting to:
A) Strengthen bilateral ties with Afghanistan
B) Externalise its internal failures
C) Support counter-terrorism efforts in the region
D) Fulfil UN Security Council resolutions
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the strikes were “another attempt by Pakistan to externalise its internal failures” while reiterating India’s support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Q2. Which of the following correctly describes India’s response to Pakistan’s 22 February 2026 airstrikes on Afghanistan?
A) India supported the strikes as legitimate self-defence
B) India remained silent to maintain regional balance
C) India condemned the strikes and backed Afghanistan’s sovereignty
D) India called for UN mediation without taking a position
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: India strongly condemned the civilian casualties during Ramadan and affirmed support for Afghan sovereignty.
Q3. The New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, endorsed on/around the India AI Impact Summit, was signed by approximately how many countries and organisations in February 2026?
A) 88
B) 90
C) 120
D) 200
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: 86–88 countries plus two international organisations endorsed the declaration focusing on democratic diffusion of AI, “AI for All”, human-centric development, and national sovereignty.
Q4. The New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact emphasises:
A) Exclusive control by developed nations over AI technology
B) Complete ban on AI applications in the Global South
C) Collaborative, trusted, resilient and efficient AI with benefits shared by humanity
D) Military use of AI as the primary focus
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The declaration promotes inclusive, development-oriented global AI governance inspired by principles like “Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya”.
Q5. On 22 February 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu regarding his upcoming visit to Israel scheduled for:
A) 22 February 2026
B) 25 February 2026
C) 1 March 2026
D) 15 March 2026
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: PM Modi posted on X expressing anticipation for discussions on 25 February 2026, highlighting the deep India-Israel bond based on trust, innovation, and peace.
Q6. India delayed sending a trade delegation to Washington in February 2026 primarily because:
A) The US Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s earlier tariffs
B) Pakistan imposed new sanctions
C) Domestic elections were announced
D) China vetoed the talks
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Uncertainty following the US Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs prompted the delay.
Q7. Following the US Supreme Court decision on tariffs, President Trump announced a new across-the-board tariff rate of:
A) 5%
B) 10%
C) 15%
D) 25%
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Trump introduced a 10% global tariff on imports as a replacement measure.
Q8. In the context of rising US-Iran tensions on 22 February 2026, Gulf stock markets fell due to concerns over:
A) Oil supply disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz
B) New AI regulations
C) Cricket World Cup outcomes
D) European Union expansion
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Investor worries about potential escalation and blocking of the Strait of Hormuz affected energy markets.
Q9. On 22 February 2026, Mexican authorities announced the killing of which notorious drug cartel leader during a military operation in Jalisco?
A) Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes (CJNG leader)
B) Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzman
C) Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada
D) Rafael Caro Quintero
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) was eliminated in a security operation near Tapalpa.
Q10. An armed intruder carrying a shotgun and fuel can was shot dead by Secret Service at which US President’s Florida estate on/around 22 February 2026?
A) Joe Biden’s residence
B) White House grounds
C) Barack Obama’s residence
D) Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The incident occurred at Mar-a-Lago while President Trump was at the White House.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 11-20)
Q11. On 22 February 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train services from which station?
A) Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station
B) Sarai Kale Khan
C) New Ashok Nagar
D) Modipuram
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The event marked the completion of the 82 km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat RRTS corridor (design speed 180 km/h) and integration with Meerut Metro.
Q12. The projects inaugurated/dedicated by PM Modi in Meerut on 22 February 2026 were collectively worth approximately:
A) ?5,000 crore
B) ?12,930 crore
C) ?25,000 crore
D) ?50,000 crore
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Various development projects worth around ?12,930 crore were dedicated, including the full Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor.
Q13. During the Meerut event on 22 February 2026, PM Modi criticised the Congress party’s protest at the India AI Impact Summit, terming it:
A) “Gandi aur nangi” (dirty and shameless) politics
B) A legitimate democratic exercise
C) Supportive of national development
D) Aligned with global AI goals
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: He accused the opposition of turning an international event into an arena for “ideologically bankrupt” politics.
Q14. Former Assam Congress chief who spent 32 years in the party joined the BJP on 22 February 2026 ahead of Assam assembly elections. Who is he?
A) Gaurav Gogoi
B) Tarun Gogoi (late)
C) Bhupen Borah
D) Himanta Biswa Sarma
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Bhupen Borah resigned from Congress central leadership on 16 February and joined BJP.
Q16. The Calcutta High Court, following a Supreme Court order on 20 February 2026 regarding electoral rolls in West Bengal, constituted a committee to:
A) Handle urgent matters amid the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
B) Dissolve the state assembly
C) Appoint new Election Commissioners
D) Ban political rallies
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The committee addresses interim arrangements due to the “trust deficit” noted by the Supreme Court.
Q17. On 22 February 2026, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav alleged that the ruling Nitish Kumar government in Bihar was conspiring to:
A) Strengthen the Constitution
B) Weaken the Constitution
C) Merge with Jharkhand
D) Implement UCC immediately
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The statement was made during Sant Ravidas birth anniversary celebrations.
Q18. Bangladesh missions in India announced resumption of tourist visa issuance from:
A) 22 February 2026
B) 15 March 2026
C) 1 March 2026
D) 24 February 2026
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: After a two-month security-related suspension; initial cap of 1,000 tokens per mission daily.
Q19. The Reserve Bank of India’s new lending curbs effective from April 2026 primarily aim to:
A) Cool explosive growth in equity derivatives trading
B) Increase bank lending to MSMEs
C) Promote gold imports
D) Support real estate sector
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Rules prohibit bank funding for proprietary trading and require 100% collateral for brokers.
Q20. A Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist was killed in an encounter in which Jammu & Kashmir district on/around 22 February 2026?
A) Srinagar
B) Kishtwar
C) Anantnag
D) Baramulla
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The encounter followed recent similar operations in the region.
Sports (Questions 21-24)
Q21. In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight match on 22 February 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, South Africa defeated India by:
A) 10 runs
B) 76 runs
C) 5 wickets
D) Super Over
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: South Africa posted 187/7; India were bowled out for 111 in 18.5 overs, ending India’s 12-match unbeaten streak.
Q22. Who was India’s top scorer in the T20 World Cup loss to South Africa on 22 February 2026?
A) Suryakumar Yadav
B) Rohit Sharma
C) Shivam Dube
D) Virat Kohli
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Dube was the only Indian batter to cross 20 runs significantly.
Q23. Key bowling figures for South Africa in the 22 February 2026 T20 World Cup match against India included Marco Jansen taking:
A) 1/30
B) 4/22
C) 2/40
D) 5/15
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Jansen’s 4/22, along with Keshav Maharaj’s 3/24, dismantled the Indian batting.
Q24. The 2026 Winter Olympics men’s ice hockey gold medal on 22 February 2026 was won by:
A) Canada
B) Sweden
C) Russia
D) United States
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The US ended a long wait for gold; it was their first men’s title since 1980.
Arts, Culture & Miscellaneous (Questions 25-29)
Q25. The Indian Manipuri-language film that won the BAFTA 2026 award for Best Children’s & Family Film is:
A) Laapataa Ladies
B) Boong (directed by Lakshmipriya Devi)
C) 12th Fail
D) Article 370
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Produced by Farhan Akhtar (Excel Entertainment) and others; a coming-of-age drama about a boy in Manipur. It beat Disney’s Zootopia 2 and Lilo & Stitch.
Q26. ‘Boong’ is notable as the first:
A) Manipuri-language film to win a BAFTA award
B) Hindi film to win BAFTA Best Picture
C) Documentary to win Children’s category
D) Bollywood film nominated for BAFTA
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Historic win for regional Indian cinema; makers including Farhan Akhtar received the award at London’s Royal Festival Hall.
Q27. On 22 February 2026, an incident of elderly men being beaten and chased in Uttar Pradesh was reported with the assailant allegedly targeting them for:
A) Their political affiliation
B) Being Muslim
C) Speaking a regional language
D) Wearing traditional attire
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The video incident highlighted concerns over communal targeting.
Q28. Gunshots were fired at a student outside a hostel of which university on 21–22 February 2026 timeframe?
A) Delhi University
B) Aligarh Muslim University
C) Jawaharlal Nehru University
D) Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Third-year BA student Roshan Mishra was targeted outside Birla hostel; no injuries reported.
Q29. The India AI Impact Summit 2026 (concluded around mid-February) was hosted in:
A) Mumbai
B) New Delhi
C) Bengaluru
D) Hyderabad
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The summit concluded with the New Delhi Declaration and participation from global leaders and tech executives.
