Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)
1. On 1 June 2026, what major announcement did Iran make regarding peace talks with the US amid the 2026 Iran war?
A) Agreed to immediate resumption
B) Announced a pause and plans to block the Strait of Hormuz
C) Signed a new ceasefire with Israel
D) Invited UN mediation exclusively
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran paused talks and, with the Axis of Resistance, planned to block the Strait of Hormuz until Israel ends operations in Lebanon and Gaza. This escalated the 2026 Strait of Hormuz crisis.
2. Which country did Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi approach for help in de-escalation regarding Israeli actions in Lebanon?
A) China
B) Russia
C) Pakistan
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Araghchi sought Pakistani FM Mohammad Ishaq Dar’s assistance to facilitate de-escalation.
3. What did US President Donald Trump state about the naval blockade and airstrikes on Iran following the pause in talks?
A) Blockade lifted immediately
B) Airstrikes would resume
C) Blockade continues but no immediate resumption of airstrikes
D) Full ceasefire agreed
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Trump clarified that Iran’s pause does not mean resumption of airstrikes, but the naval blockade continues.
4. Which US military action was reported involving Iranian missiles targeting a base in Kuwait on/around 1 June 2026?
A) US launched pre-emptive strike
B) US Central Command intercepted two Iranian ballistic missiles
C) Kuwait requested Iranian withdrawal
D) Joint US-Iran exercise cancelled
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Missiles targeted a US base in Kuwait linked to prior strikes on Iran.
5. Regarding the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, what proposal did the US advance on 1 June 2026?
A) Mutual cessation of attacks
B) Complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
C) Hezbollah disarmament only
D) UN peacekeeping force deployment
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Hezbollah accepted a US proposal for mutual halt in attacks amid ceasefire efforts.
6. What economic impact followed Iran’s announcement on Hormuz?
A) Oil prices fell sharply
B) Oil prices increased by nearly 8%
C) No impact on global markets
D) Gold prices crashed
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: WTI rose to ~$94.20 and Brent to ~$97.23 per barrel.
7. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian made a specific commitment regarding ships from which country passing through the Strait of Hormuz?
A) China
B) Japan
C) India
D) Saudi Arabia
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Iran would allow Japanese ships to pass.
8. In the Russo-Ukrainian war context on 1 June 2026, what did Putin accuse Ukraine of?
A) Using chemical weapons
B) Hacking Russian banks
C) Attacking a college in Starobilsk, Luhansk
D) Boycotting peace talks
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Escalating the conflict with the Starobilsk strike.
9. What did Iran claim regarding a vessel in the Gulf/Sea of Oman?
A) Sank a US warship
B) Attacked the Panama-flagged MSC Sariska (US-linked)
C) Rescued stranded fishermen
D) Conducted joint naval drills
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: IRGC claimed a strike in response to alleged US actions.
10. Which two countries did Iran cite as having sovereignty rights over the Strait of Hormuz?
A) Iran and Saudi Arabia
B) Iran and Qatar
C) Iran and UAE
D) Iran and Oman
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Coordinated maritime traffic control mentioned.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 11-18)
11. Who is set to take oath as Chief Minister of Karnataka on 3 June 2026?
A) Siddaramaiah
B) D.K. Shivakumar
C) Mallikarjun Kharge
D) G. Parameshwara
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Following Congress Legislature Party election and power transition.
12. Where were final discussions on Karnataka cabinet formation expected to shift on 1 June 2026?
A) Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Bengaluru
D) Hyderabad
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah to meet high command. Cabinet in phases.
13. What is the effective date for India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)?
A) 1 June 2026
B) 1 July 2026
C) 15 August 2026
D) 1 January 2027
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Provides near 100% duty-free access for Indian exports.
14. Nepal PM Balendra Shah sparked a row by stating what about the India-Nepal border dispute?
A) Nepal has no claims
B) Both sides encroach on each other’s territory
C) Only India encroaches
D) Dispute resolved via UN
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Comments on Kalapani/Lipulekh etc., with calls for talks.
15. A new railway zone is set to begin operations in which state?
A) Karnataka
B) Maharashtra
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Reported in current affairs digests.
16. How many ministers are likely to take oath with Shivakumar on 3 June 2026 initially?
A) 34 (full cabinet)
B) 20
C) 8-10 (phased)
D) None
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Phased expansion planned post-Rajya Sabha polls.
17. What formula is reportedly being used for Karnataka cabinet balance?
A) 11:11:11 (High command, Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah)
B) Seniority only
C) Lottery system
D) Regional quota only
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Balancing act between camps.
18. India-Oman CEPA covers duty-free access for what percentage of India’s export value to Oman?
A) ~50%
B) ~99.38%
C) 75%
D) 100% (all lines)
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Significant boost to pharma, engineering, etc.
Sports (Questions 19-22)
19. Which team won the IPL 2026 title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final?
A) Chennai Super Kings
B) Kolkata Knight Riders
C) Mumbai Indians
D) Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Defended title with 5-wicket win; second consecutive.
20. Who was Player of the Match in IPL 2026 Final?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Shubman Gill
C) Rajat Patidar
D) Washington Sundar
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Key contribution in chase.
21. By how many wickets did RCB win the IPL 2026 Final?
A) 3
B) 5
C) 7
D) By 1 run
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Chased 156 with 12 balls to spare.
22. RCB became the third franchise after CSK and MI to achieve what in IPL history?
A) Win 5 titles
B) Score 300+ in final
C) Win without overseas players
D) Retain the title (back-to-back)
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Successful defence under Rajat Patidar.
Arts, Education, Literature & Other Current Affairs (8+ Questions)
23. What national day was observed on 1 June 2026 related to media/entertainment?
A) National Olive Day
B) World Environment Day
C) National Game Show Day
D) International Yoga Day
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Among days like National Say Something Nice Day.
24. In education/security context, what did Nigerian President Tinubu approve after school abductions in Oyo State?
A) 1,000 forest guards
B) New university
C) Free laptops
D) Teacher salary hike only
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Response to abductions; tactical team also deployed.
25. Which scheme was launched by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan from 1 June 2026?
A) Khet Bachao Abhiyan
B) PM Fasal Bima Yojana expansion
C) Soil Health Card 2.0
D) e-NAM upgrade
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Nationwide campaign.
26. What is a key feature of India-Oman CEPA for professionals?
A) Visa-free travel
B) Enhanced mobility
C) Dual citizenship
D) No work permits
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Broader economic and people-to-people ties.
27. Which state saw cabinet expansion plans announced around early June 2026?
A) Assam (Himanta Sarma)
B) West Bengal
C) Kerala
D) Punjab
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: On 5 June.
28. In literature/arts, no major global event dominated, but what traditional observance occurred (Vesak-related)?
A) Nobel Prize announcement
B) Book fair in Delhi
C) Paper lantern release ceremonies
D) Sahitya Akademi awards
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Vesak Day celebrations.
29. What ongoing global health concern was highlighted in news around Congo?
A) Ebola outbreak
B) Polio resurgence
C) Malaria vaccine launch
D) COVID variant
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Frontline access reported.
30. Which Indian state began Phase 3 of SIR (likely Special Intensive Revision) enumeration?
A) Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur
B) Uttar Pradesh only
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Gujarat
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Electoral/voter-related process.
