Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10)
Q1. At the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi, India and the US signed a bilateral framework on cooperation in which sector?
A) Defence manufacturing
B) Critical minerals and rare earths
C) Space technology
D) Cybersecurity
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The deal aims to diversify supply chains amid concerns over China’s dominance and export controls on strategic metals.
Q2. Which new Hamas military chief was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza on or around 26-27 May 2026?
A) Yahya Sinwar
B) Mohammed Odeh
C) Ismail Haniyeh
D) Khaled Meshaal
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Odeh was the newly appointed Al-Qassam Brigades commander and a key figure linked to the October 7 attacks; this was the second such elimination in about 11 days.
Q3. Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on 27 May 2026 reportedly killed at least how many people amid ongoing ceasefire tensions?
A) 31
B) 50
C) 55
D) 75
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Strikes targeted areas despite an existing ceasefire, with intensified ground operations reported.
Q4. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf visited Qatar primarily to secure the release of frozen Iranian funds worth approximately:
A) $6 billion
B) $12 billion
C) $24 billion
D) $50 billion
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: This occurred amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations in the 2026 Iran-related conflict.
Q5. US President Trump commented on media portrayal of a potential Iran surrender as a “masterful and brilliant victory” over:
A) Israel
B) The Quad
C) Saudi Arabia
D) The United States
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Posted on Truth Social during active negotiations.
Q6. In the context of the 2026 Iran war, which country’s officials helped American citizens escape the region in early stages?
A) Canada
B) India
C) Australia
D) Japan
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Global Affairs Canada confirmed assistance via UAE and other locations.
Q7. Which US state saw a major Republican Senate primary runoff victory for Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn on 27 May 2026?
A) Florida
B) Texas
C) Ohio
D) Georgia
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Seen as a significant shift in the Republican Party, backed by Trump endorsement.
Q8. Nepal’s hydropower vision heavily depends on India as:
A) Primary buyer and exclusive transit route
B) Technology provider only
C) Funding source exclusively
D) Competitor in regional markets
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Highlighted in diplomatic analyses around 27 May 2026.
Q9. The Quad announced new initiatives on maritime domain awareness and energy security amid tensions in:
A) Red Sea only
B) South China Sea and Strait of Hormuz
C) Arctic region
D) Atlantic
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Announced during the New Delhi meeting.
Q10. India’s pragmatic, interest-based foreign policy in 2026 emphasizes multi-alignment, including balancing ties with:
A) Russia and Israel
B) Only Western allies
C) China exclusively
D) Pakistan and Afghanistan
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Part of India’s evolving global playbook.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 11-18)
Q11. The President of India presented the Padma Awards 2026, with a total of how many awards approved?
A) 75
B) 131
C) 200
D) 250
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Including 5 Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri.
Q12. The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, which aims to remove:
A) Only new voters
B) Duplicates, deceased, and ineligible names
C) All urban voters
D) Only rural registrations
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Significant deletions reported in states like Bihar and West Bengal; safeguards include appeals.
Q13. Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav and Madhya Pradesh CM Dr. Mohan Yadav inaugurated the IBCA Pre-Summit in:
A) New Delhi
B) Bengaluru
C) Mumbai
D) Bhopal
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Focused on biodiversity or related conservation themes.
Q14. Nirmala Sitharaman launched initiatives of which development bank on its 37th Foundation Day?
A) NABARD
B) EXIM Bank
C) SIDBI
D) NHB
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: In Mumbai.
Q15. The RBI approved its largest-ever dividend transfer to the Union Government, amounting to nearly:
A) Rs 1 lakh crore
B) Rs 2.87 lakh crore
C) Rs 5 lakh crore
D) Rs 10 lakh crore
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Provides fiscal support amid expenditure pressures.
Q16. The Supreme Court recognized the right to safe travel on national highways as part of which fundamental right?
A) Right to Equality
B) Right to Freedom of Speech
C) Right to Life (Article 21)
D) Right against Exploitation
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: In a recent judgment.
Q17. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence visited which DRDO lab in Bengaluru?
A) LRDE (Electronics and Radar Development Establishment)
B) DRDL
C) ADE
D) GTRE
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: For technology demonstrations.
Q18. Anti-defection law issues were highlighted with AAP Rajya Sabha MPs invoking the merger provision of which schedule?
A) Eighth Schedule
B) Tenth Schedule
C) Ninth Schedule
D) Twelfth Schedule
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Related to party switches.
Sports (Questions 19-22)
Q19. In the TATA IPL 2026 Eliminator context, which player was noted for aggressive batting?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Hardik Pandya
C) Nitish Kumar Reddy
D) Jasprit Bumrah
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: In SRH vs RR match references.
Q20. MLB action on 27 May 2026 featured Cardinals vs Brewers; who was the starting pitcher for Cardinals mentioned?
A) Dustin May
B) Shohei Ohtani
C) Aaron Judge
D) Juan Soto
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: In condensed game highlights.
Q21. Indian Olympic Association (IOA) announced appointment of former Davis Cup captain as:
A) Cricket coach
B) Tennis-related role
C) Hockey chief
D) Athletics head
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: In May 2026.
Q22. USATF announced roster for which championships around late May 2026?
A) World Road Running Championships – Copenhagen
B) Olympics
C) Asian Games
D) Commonwealth Games
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Relevant global sports news.
Arts, Education, Literature & Others (Questions 23-28)
Q23. The President presented Padma Awards, which recognize excellence in:
A) Arts, literature, science, public service, etc.
B) Only politics
C) Only sports
D) Only economics
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Civilian awards for distinguished service.
Q24. Which US author known for ‘Prince of the City’ died around this period (reported near 27 May)?
A) Robert Daley
B) Stephen King
C) J.K. Rowling
D) Salman Rushdie
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Multifaceted author.
Q25. Newsom’s proposal in California (relevant globally) to change screening timing for reading difficulties (dyslexia) targets:
A) Early kindergarten
B) Mid-school year
C) High school only
D) College level
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Divided experts on literacy screening.
Q26. Mellon Foundation elected new board members including Rashid Johnson (artist) and Nabiha Syed, focusing on:
A) Arts and humanities grants
B) Defence research
C) Space exploration
D) Agriculture
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Support for cultural initiatives.
Q27. Ongoing global concerns included the 2026 Ebola epidemic primarily in:
A) Europe
B) India
C) Brazil
D) DRC and Uganda
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: WHO warnings on outbreak.
Q28. India-Nordic Summit or related partnerships emphasized:
A) Green technology
B) Oil imports
C) Textile trade
D) Tourism only
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Key outcomes.
