Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-10)
Q1. On January 24, 2026, Donald Trump made a U-turn on his earlier comment about NATO troops in Afghanistan by praising them as:
A) Strategic partners in Asia
B) Great and very brave soldiers of UK
C) Essential allies in Europe
D) Key contributors to peace
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Trump reversed his claim that NATO allies avoided front lines, specifically calling UK soldiers “great and very brave.”
Q2. Discussions at Davos 2026 shifted focus from AI to which geopolitical issue, as per investor concerns?
A) Middle East conflicts
B) South China Sea tensions
C) Greenland and Arctic uncertainties
D) Ukraine reconstruction
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Geopolitics, particularly around Greenland amid Trump/Musk mentions, emerged as a key uncertainty over technology.
Q3. Which country was highlighted in geopolitical analyses for advancing interests while avoiding direct confrontation in 2026?
A) Russia
B) China
C) Iran
D) North Korea
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: China’s foreign policy in 2026 showed a paradox of pursuing geopolitical goals cautiously.
Q4. Reports on January 24, 2026, questioned the threat level from Russia and China in the Arctic, noting major activities are:
A) Concentrated near Greenland
B) Elsewhere in the Arctic region
C) Focused on Antarctic claims
D) Minimal overall
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Experts clarified that while Trump pointed to Greenland, Russian/Chinese Arctic presence is more prominent in other areas.
Q5. A major incident reported on January 24, 2026, involved a landslide killing eight and leaving 82 missing in:
A) Indonesia
B) Philippines
C) Japan
D) Nepal
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The disaster occurred in West Bandung Regency, Indonesia.
Q6. In Venezuela-related news covered on January 24, 2026, focus was on U.S.-authorized actions leading to the capture of:
A) Opposition leader
B) President Nicolas Maduro
C) Military chief
D) Finance minister
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: U.S. strike authorization linked to Maduro’s capture.
Q7. A massive North American winter storm was a prominent weather-related world news event around January 24, 2026, threatening over:
A) 50 million people
B) 100 million people
C) 200 million people
D) 300 million people
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Bitter cold and storm impacted a vast population.
Q8. Which European country formally joined a key initiative or pact highlighted in IR news around January 24, 2026?
A) France
B) Spain
C) Germany
D) Italy
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Spain’s formal joining was noted in current affairs summaries.
Q9. A fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by federal agents in Minneapolis (second such incident in the month) was reported on January 24, 2026, sparking:
A) Immigration debates
B) Climate policy changes
C) Trade talks
D) Protests and scrutiny
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The incident led to confrontations and public attention.
Q10. Geopolitical investor concerns in January 2026 increasingly demanded analysis due to multiplying:
A) Market volatilities
B) Risks
C) Tech innovations
D) Energy transitions
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Asset managers sought geopolitical guidance amid rising risks.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 11-17 )
Q11. On January 24, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed over 61,000 appointment letters under:
A) Rozgar Mela initiative
B) Agnipath Scheme
C) Skill India Mission
D) Startup India
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Rozgar Mela focuses on government job appointments.
Q12. A top Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist was killed in an encounter in Jammu & Kashmir on January 24, 2026. Before the killing, police had to:
A) Evacuate a village
B) Save civilians held hostage
C) Negotiate surrender
D) Deploy drones
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The commander held hostages, requiring civilian rescue.
Q13. Vice-President Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar’s actions or remarks were highlighted in polity news around January 24, 2026, likely related to:
A) Rajya Sabha proceedings
B) State legislative issues
C) Constitutional reforms
D) Electoral changes
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Polity updates included VP-related governance matters.
Q14. A key polity issue discussed was the Governor’s walkout during the address to state legislatures, raising questions on:
A) Federal relations
B) Separation of powers
C) Executive discretion
D) All of the above
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Such incidents highlight tensions in Centre-State dynamics and constitutional roles.
Q15. The EU’s Enhancing Security Cooperation in and with Asia (ESIWA) initiative was noted for strengthening ties with:
A) Southeast Asia only
B) India and Asia
C) Pacific nations
D) Middle East
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Focus on security cooperation with India and broader Asia.
Q16. Which scheme or policy was linked to white goods and ACC in current affairs on January 24, 2026?
A) Make in India
B) Atmanirbhar Bharat
C) PLI schemes
D) Digital India
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: PLI for white goods and ACC (perhaps Advanced Chemistry Cells) promoted manufacturing.
Q17. Trucks-on-Trains initiative was mentioned in January 24, 2026 affairs as part of:
A) Logistics policy
B) Railway modernization
C) Green transport
D) All of the above
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Aims at efficient, eco-friendly freight movement.
Other Current Affairs (Environment, Economy, Security, etc.) (Questions 18-25 )
Q18. UNEP’s State of Finance for Nature report was a key environmental highlight in current affairs on January 24, 2026, focusing on:
A) Biodiversity funding
B) Climate finance gaps
C) Ocean protection
D) Forest restoration
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: It assesses global financial support for nature conservation.
Q19. The Delhi Declaration 2026 was referenced in relation to:
A) Climate talks
B) Urban development
C) International agreement
D) Likely environment or health
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Such declarations often emerge from global summits.
Q20. Scotland was likely to replace which country in the ICC T20 World Cup around January 24, 2026 news?
A) India
B) Australia
C) Bangladesh
D) Pakistan
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Due to potential qualification or withdrawal issues.
Q21. PMF IAS and Insights current affairs on January 24, 2026, covered Naxalism end goal by:
A) 2025
B) 2026
C) 2030
D) 2027
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Government aims to eliminate Naxalism by March 2026.
Q22. Which international body or report was linked to finance for nature on January 24, 2026?
A) IPCC
B) UNEP
C) World Bank
D) IMF
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: UNEP State of Finance for Nature.
Q23. A European Union initiative strengthened security cooperation with India in January 2026:
A) ESIWA
B) NATO expansion
C) QUAD
D) AUKUS
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Enhancing Security Cooperation in and with Asia.
Q24. The Rozgar Mela on January 24, 2026, aligns with which broader goal?
A) Unemployment reduction
B) Youth empowerment
C) Both
D) Fiscal deficit control
Correct Answer: C.
Q25. JeM encounter highlights ongoing:
A) Border security
B) Counter-terrorism in J&K
C) Diplomatic ties
D) Economic sanctions
Correct Answer: B.
