Geopolitics (Questions 1-10)
Q1. On February 3, 2026, the US military shot down an Iranian drone approaching which aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea?
A) USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
B) USS Abraham Lincoln
C) USS Gerald R. Ford
D) USS Nimitz
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The incident heightened US-Iran tensions, with the drone deemed a threat to the carrier group.
Q2. Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure on February 3, 2026, involving over 450 drones and 70 missiles. What type of hypersonic missile was reportedly used?
A) Kinzhal
B) Kalibr
C) Iskander
D) Zircon
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: This was the strongest blow to Ukraine’s energy sites that year, occurring just before US-brokered peace talks.
Q3. Which country announced a trade deal with India on February 3, 2026, reducing tariffs on Indian exports from 50% to 18%?
A) China
B) Russia
C) United States
D) United Kingdom
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The deal followed a call between PM Modi and President Trump, with India agreeing to halt Russian oil purchases.
Q4. President Trump reiterated calls for the Republican Party to do what with US elections on February 3, 2026?
A) Decentralize
B) Nationalize
C) Privatize
D) Digitize
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: This was amid false claims of election fraud, sparking debates on federal vs. state control.
Q5. Iran instructed its foreign minister to pursue “fair and equitable negotiations” with which country on February 3, 2026?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Israel
C) United States
D) Russia
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: This signaled a potential thaw in US-Iran relations amid nuclear talks.
Q6. On February 3, 2026, which European country’s prosecutors raided X (Twitter) offices over content moderation issues?
A) Germany
B) France
C) Italy
D) Spain
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Elon Musk was summoned, highlighting ongoing EU-US tech regulatory clashes.
Q7. The partial US government shutdown entered its third day on February 3, 2026, primarily due to disputes over funding for which agency?
A) NASA
B) USDA
C) EPA
D) DHS (Department of Homeland Security)
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The fight centered on immigration enforcement and ICE reforms.
Q8. Which Colombian leader met with President Trump at the White House on February 3, 2026, to repair bilateral ties?
A) Iván Duque
B) Gustavo Petro
C) Juan Manuel Santos
D) Álvaro Uribe
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The meeting focused on drug enforcement and Venezuela relations.
Q9. Satellite imagery on February 3, 2026, revealed a US military buildup near which country?
A) China
B) Russia
C) Iran
D) North Korea
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: This escalated fears of conflict amid drone incidents.
Q10. Which Middle Eastern crossing reopened on February 3, 2026, as a step toward a fragile cease-fire?
A) Kerem Shalom
B) Rafah
C) Allenby
D) Erez
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The Gaza-Egypt border reopening followed months of Israel-Egypt disagreements.
World News India (Questions 11-18)
Q11. In the Union Budget 2026-27 announced around February 3, 2026, what scheme was proposed with Rs. 10,000 crore to boost India’s biopharma sector?
A) Bio-Pharma SHAKTI
B) MedTech MITRA
C) Ayurveda GLOBAL
D) Health HUB
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Aims to promote biologics and biosimilars, reducing import dependence.
Q12. As part of the US-India trade deal on February 3, 2026, India agreed to stop buying oil from which country?
A) Iran
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Russia
D) Venezuela
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: This was a key concession in exchange for tariff reductions.
Q13. Wings India 2026, Asia’s largest civil aviation event, was held in which city on February 3, 2026?
A) Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Hyderabad
D) Bengaluru
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Inaugurated by Union Minister Rammohan Naidu, focusing on aviation growth.
Q14. On February 3, 2026, which Indian company was granted Miniratna Category-I status?
A) Bharat Dynamics
B) Yantra India Limited
C) Hindustan Aeronautics
D) DRDO
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Enhances autonomy for the defense PSU in ordnance production.
Q15. The Supreme Court of India, on February 3, 2026, directed the Centre to constitute a tribunal for which interstate river dispute?
A) Cauvery
B) Krishna
C) Godavari
D) Pennaiyar
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Addresses Tamil Nadu-Karnataka water sharing conflict.
Q16. In Budget 2026-27, what platform was announced for women entrepreneurs?
A) SHE-Mart
B) Lakhpati Didi Hub
C) Nari Shakti Portal
D) Mahila Udyam Network
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Self-Help Entrepreneur Mart to empower women toward financial independence.
Q17. India added two new Ramsar sites on February 3, 2026: Patna Bird Sanctuary and which other?
A) Chilika Lake
B) Chhari-Dhand
C) Keoladeo
D) Sunderbans
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat; India now has 98 Ramsar sites, highest in Asia.
Q18. Which Indian-origin scientist won the Crafoord Prize 2026 on February 3?
A) Venki Ramakrishnan
B) Veerabhadran Ramanathan
C) Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar
D) Har Gobind Khorana
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: For atmospheric science contributions, particularly on climate change.
Indian Polity (Questions 19-25)
Q19. The Economic Survey 2025-26, discussed on February 3, 2026, suggested re-examination of which Act?
A) RTI Act
B) GST Act
C) FRA 2006
D) CAA
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: To exempt policy deliberations and add ministerial veto for governance.
Q20. CPI(M) declared February 3, 2026, as ‘Black Day’ in which state over Union Budget neglect?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Kerala
C) West Bengal
D) Maharashtra
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Protesting alleged discrimination in fund allocation.
Q21. Tribal protests in Maharashtra on February 3, 2026, demanded implementation of which Act?
A) PESA 1996
B) MGNREGA
C) SC/ST Act
D) FRA 2006
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Forest Rights Act for land rights; over 45% claims rejected.
Q22. IIT Council proposed adaptive testing for which exam starting 2026, as per February 3 news?
A) NEET
B) JEE Advanced
C) UPSC CSE
D) GATE
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: To reduce stress by adjusting question difficulty.
Q23. The 16th Finance Commission cautioned states against expanding what on February 3, 2026?
A) Infrastructure projects
B) Education subsidies
C) Defense spending
D) Cash transfer schemes
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Now 20% of subsidies, up from 3% in 2018-19; risks fiscal imbalance.
Q24. Budget 2026-27 introduced schemes for empowerment of which group?
A) Farmers
B) Divyangjan
C) Youth
D) Elderly
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Two schemes for persons with disabilities.
Q25. President Droupadi Murmu began a six-day visit to which countries on February 3, 2026?
A) Nepal and Bhutan
B) Maldives and Sri Lanka
C) Fiji, New Zealand, Timor-Leste
D) Bangladesh and Myanmar
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Strengthening Pacific ties.
Sports, Arts, Education, Literature, and Other Current Affairs (Questions 26-30)
Q26. In NBA news on February 3, 2026, James Harden was traded from the Clippers to which team?
A) Lakers
B) Cavaliers
C) Warriors
D) Knicks
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: In exchange for Darius Garland.
Q27. Art Palm Beach 2026, held around February 3, featured which Latin American biennale director?
A) Venice Biennale
B) Sao Paulo Bienal
C) Cuenca Biennale
D) Havana Biennial
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Hernán Pacurucu highlighted cultural diplomacy.
Q28. Texas opened applications for a new $1B program on February 3, 2026, related to what?
A) Renewable energy
B) School vouchers
C) Healthcare subsidies
D) Infrastructure
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Education Savings Accounts for private schooling.
Q29. Which debut novel released on February 3, 2026, is set against the Rocky Mountains as a Western noir?
A) Salvation
B) Every Happiness
C) Heap Earth Upon It
D) Good People
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: By C. William Langsfeld, exploring fathers and sons themes.
Q30. The Texas Education Agency released guidance on February 3, 2026, regarding what school issue?
A) Curriculum changes
B) Student walkouts and absences
C) Teacher salaries
D) Online learning
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: In response to protests, outlining consequences and educator responsibilities.
