Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-8)
Q1. On 31 May 2026, Israeli forces captured which strategic medieval castle in southern Lebanon during a ground offensive in the ongoing 2026 Lebanon war?
A) Sidon Castle
B) Beaufort Castle
C) Tyre Fortress
D) Krak des Chevaliers
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Israeli troops seized the hilltop Beaufort Castle in Nabatieh Governorate despite a temporary ceasefire, marking one of the deepest incursions. This site holds historical and strategic importance.
Q2. What major development was reported regarding US-Iran negotiations amid the 2026 Iran war context on or around 31 May 2026?
A) Complete withdrawal of US forces
B) Iran joined NATO
C) No significant progress on peace deal; Trump offered changes to a memo
D) Full ceasefire signed with immediate effect
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Reports indicated stalled progress, with speculation on deals and Trump sending back a memo with modifications.
Q3. In the context of ongoing Middle East tensions, which country’s forces were accused of a “scorched earth policy” in Lebanon around late May 2026?
A) Syria
B) Israel
C) Iran
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: B.
Q4. Preliminary results on 31 May 2026 showed which party winning a record fourth consecutive term in Malta’s general election?
A) Nationalist Party
B) Democratic Party
C) Green Party
D) Labour Party
Correct Answer: D.
Q5. World No Tobacco Day 2026, observed on 31 May, focused on exposing which industry’s strategies targeting youth?
A) Alcohol industry
B) Fast food industry
C) Tobacco and nicotine industry
D) Pharmaceutical industry
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: WHO campaign emphasized countering addiction and industry tactics.
Q6. Which South American country held presidential elections on 31 May 2026 with candidates advancing to a runoff?
A) Brazil
B) Colombia
C) Argentina
D) Chile
Correct Answer: B.
Q7. Reports around 31 May 2026 highlighted ongoing violence and a building collapse raising death toll in which Southeast Asian country?
A) Philippines
B) Indonesia
C) Vietnam
D) Thailand
Correct Answer: A.
Q8. An explosion in a mining explosives storage facility killed over 46 people (including children) in which Myanmar region on or before 31 May 2026?
A) Rakhine State
B) Shan State
C) Kachin State
D) Chin State
Correct Answer: B.
Indian Polity, Defence & Governance (Questions 9- 16)
Q9. Who assumed charge as the 27th Chief of the Naval Staff of India on 31 May 2026?
A) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
B) Vice Admiral G. Ashok Kumar
C) Admiral Karambir Singh
D) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: He succeeded Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi. A specialist in Communication and Electronic Warfare, he previously commanded INS Vikramaditya and Western Naval Command.
Q10. In PM Narendra Modi’s 134th Mann Ki Baat on 31 May 2026, what ancient artefacts returned from the Netherlands were highlighted?
A) Indus Valley seals
B) Mughal miniatures
C) Ashokan edicts
D) Chola-era copper plates
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: PM Modi emphasized heritage preservation and the return of these plates.
Q11. PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat on 31 May also promoted which traditional Indian elements for summer?
A) Synthetic coolants
B) Indigenous cooling drinks and mango varieties
C) Air conditioners exclusively
D) Imported beverages
Correct Answer: B.
Q12. Which state saw nominations begin for a Rajya Sabha seat on/after 31 May 2026, with TVK likely to win?
A) Karnataka
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Kerala
Correct Answer: B.
Q13. The Supreme Court clarified on or around 31 May 2026 that POCSO Act applies in cases involving minors in which context?
A) Commercial sex trafficking
B) Only school disputes
C) Only online fraud
D) Property inheritance
Correct Answer: A.
Q14. Deepak Punia qualified for Asian Games by changing weight category; he is associated with which sport?
A) Boxing
B) Weightlifting
C) Wrestling
D) Judo
Correct Answer: C.
Q15. India launched its first-ever World Yogasana Championship in 2026; this aligns with which global observance promoted in current affairs?
A) World Health Day
B) International Yoga Day efforts
C) World Environment Day
D) None
Correct Answer: B.
Q16. A High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes (HLCDC) was constituted by which ministry?
A) Ministry of Health
B) Ministry of Education
C) Ministry of Home Affairs
D) NITI Aayog
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: To examine changes due to illegal immigration etc.
Sports (Questions 17-22)
Q17. Which team defended its IPL 2026 title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final on 31 May 2026 at Narendra Modi Stadium?
A) Chennai Super Kings
B) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
C) Mumbai Indians
D) Kolkata Knight Riders
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: RCB won by 5 wickets chasing 156; Virat Kohli scored a match-winning 75*. This was their second consecutive title.
Q18. Who was Player of the Match in the IPL 2026 Final?
A) Virat Kohli
B) Shubman Gill
C) Rashid Khan
D) Rajat Patidar
Correct Answer: A.
Q19. Virat Kohli mentioned “less pressure compared to last year” after RCB’s win. What historic feat did RCB achieve?
A) First title
B) Back-to-back titles
C) Highest team total
D) Most overseas players
Correct Answer: B.
Q20. In other sports news, which wrestler changed weight category but still qualified for Asian Games (reported 31 May)?
A) Vinesh Phogat
B) Bajrang Punia
C) Deepak Punia
D) Sakshi Malik
Correct Answer: C.
Q21. NCAA Baseball tournament saw top seed UCLA eliminated in extra innings on 31 May 2026 by which team?
A) Stanford
B) Saint Mary’s
C) Oregon State
D) Arizona
Correct Answer: B.
Q22. PM Modi highlighted India’s achievements in which sport in Mann Ki Baat?
A) Athletics
B) Cricket only
C) Chess
D) Badminton
Correct Answer: A.
Arts, Literature, Education & Others (Questions 23-30)
Q23. Veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, known for songs like “Na Na Karte Pyaar,” passed away on 31 May 2026 at what age?
A) 75
B) 82
C) 95
D) 89
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: She was a prominent voice in 1960s-70s Hindi cinema, often compared to Lata Mangeshkar.
Q24. World No Tobacco Day is observed annually on:
A) 31 May
B) 1 June
C) 5 June
D) 15 July
Correct Answer: A.
Q25. A rare Blue Moon was visible around 31 May 2026. What defines a Blue Moon?
A) Blue-colored moon
B) Second full moon in a calendar month
C) Eclipse
D) Supermoon
Correct Answer: B.
Q26. PM Modi urged citizens to stay safe during summer heat by promoting:
A) Only AC usage
B) None
C) Winter clothing
D) Traditional cooling methods and hydration
Correct Answer: D.
Q27. Foundation stone for infrastructure related to which indigenous defence project was laid in Andhra Pradesh?
A) Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA)
B) Tejas
C) Arjun Tank
D) BrahMos
Correct Answer: A.
Q28. Reports highlighted climate impact on which major Indian crop in regions like Maharashtra?
A) Rice
B) Mango
C) Wheat
D) Cotton
Correct Answer: B.
Q29. Which Indian state’s CM was mentioned in current affairs contexts alongside tiger reserves like Similipal?
A) Odisha
B) Gujarat
C) Punjab
D) Bihar
Correct Answer: A.
Q30. In education/news, concerns over paper leaks led to cancellation/re-exam talks for which 2026 exam?
A) JEE
B) NEET-UG
C) UPSC CSE
D) CLAT
Correct Answer: B.
