Current Affairs 4 January, 2026 Quiz
MCQs on Geopolitics, Indian Polity, Sports & World News
Geopolitics (7 Questions)
Q1. Which country condemned the US actions in Venezuela as an “act of aggression” on January 4, 2026?
A) Brazil
B) Mexico
C) Belarus
D) Colombia
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko categorically condemned the US intervention.
Q2. President Donald Trump stated on January 4, 2026, that the US would temporarily run Venezuela to access its resources. What is Venezuela primarily known for having the world’s largest reserves of?
A) Natural gas
B) Oil
C) Gold
D) Lithium
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Venezuela holds the world’s largest proven oil reserves, a key factor in the geopolitical tensions.
Q3. Which international body was scheduled to meet to discuss the US strikes on Venezuela around January 4-5, 2026?
A) NATO
B) G20
C) Organization of American States
D) UN Security Council
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The UN Security Council planned discussions, with criticism expected from Russia and China.
Q4. North Korea responded to the US-Venezuela events on January 4, 2026, by:
A) Offering diplomatic support to Venezuela
B) Imposing sanctions on the US
C) Firing ballistic missiles
D) Calling for UN mediation
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: North Korea launched ballistic missiles and condemned the US strikes.
Q5. Which country heightened security along its border due to potential spillover from the Venezuela crisis in early January 2026?
A) Guyana
B) Brazil
C) Colombia
D) All of the above
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Neighboring countries monitored the situation closely due to regional instability risks.
Q6. On January 4, 2026, protests against U.S. actions in Venezuela occurred in which European country?
A) France
B) Germany
C) Italy
D) Spain
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Demonstrations were scheduled in Florence and Rome, Italy, protesting the U.S. military operation.
Q7. Which OPEC+ decision was reported on January 4, 2026, amid the Venezuela turmoil?
A) Increasing output
B) Keeping oil output steady
C) Sanctions on U.S.
D) Emergency production cut
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: OPEC+ maintained unchanged output, prioritizing stability despite political crises affecting members.
World News Involving India (2 Questions)
Q8. On January 4, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s commitment to hosting which major international sporting event?
A) Olympic Games 2036
B) FIFA World Cup 2034
C) Commonwealth Games 2030
D) Asian Games 2030
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: PM Modi affirmed full preparation for the 2036 Olympics, emphasizing opportunities for Indian athletes.
Q9. Which Indian Navy vessel was reported progressing on its voyage retracing ancient maritime routes on January 4, 2026?
A) INS Vikrant
B) INSV Kaundinya
C) INS Vikramaditya
D) INS Tarangini
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: INSV Kaundinya covered over 200 nautical miles toward Muscat, highlighting historical India-Oman ties.
Indian Polity & Domestic Affairs (5 Questions)
Q10. The Delhi Cabinet approved which bill on January 4, 2026, to decriminalize minor offences?
A) Delhi Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill, 2026
B) Delhi Governance Reform Bill
C) Delhi Municipal Amendment Bill
D) Delhi Safety Ordinance
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: The bill aims to reduce penalties for procedural violations, easing business and citizen compliance.
Q11. Which Indian state heightened security along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura due to movements of armed groups in early January 2026?
A) West Bengal
B) Assam
C) Tripura
D) Meghalaya
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Reports of Bangladesh-based armed groups prompted increased vigilance.
Q12. The Haryana State Commission for Women took cognizance of which incident on January 4, 2026?
A) Farmer protest violence
B) Electoral malpractice
C) Water contamination outbreak
D) Gang-rape case in Faridabad
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The commission sought a report on the gang-rape of a 25-year-old woman.
Q13. Land acquisition was identified as the biggest bottleneck in India’s infrastructure projects, causing what percentage of delays as per recent reviews?
A) 15%
B) 35%
C) 50%
D) 73%
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Land issues caused 35% of delays, with environmental and right-of-way problems adding up to 73%.
Q14. Anant National University’s design entrance test (ADEPT) for 2026 admissions was conducted on:
A) January 1
B) January 10
C) January 4
D) January 15
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The online test was for students completing Class 12 in 2026 or earlier.
Sports (4 Questions)
Q15. The 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship, inaugurated virtually by PM Modi on January 4, 2026, was held in which city?
A) New Delhi
B) Varanasi
C) Chennai
D) Mumbai
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The event in Varanasi featured over 1,000 players from 58 teams.
Q16. Heightened security, including armed police, was reported at a sporting event in Australia on January 4, 2026, due to a recent terror attack at which location?
A) Sydney Opera House
B) Melbourne Cricket Ground
C) Bondi Beach
D) Great Barrier Reef
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: The antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach killed 15, prompting measures at sold-out matches.
Q17. Bangladesh announced it would not travel to India for its matches in which upcoming tournament as of January 4, 2026?
A) Asia Cup
B) Champions Trophy
C) ODI World Cup
D) Men’s T20 World Cup
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: The BCB requested ICC to relocate matches amid safety concerns and bilateral strains.
Q18. Hockey India League matches continued with double headers on January 4, 2026, in which locations?
A) Delhi and Mumbai
B) Chennai, Ranchi, and Bhubaneswar
C) Kolkata and Hyderabad
D) Punjab and Gujarat
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The league featured ongoing action in these venues.
Other Current Affairs (3 Questions)
Q19. South Korea recorded its highest annual export value in 2025, driven by which sector?
A) Automobiles
B) Textiles
C) Shipbuilding
D) Semiconductors
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Semiconductor shipments reached a record $173.4 billion due to AI demand.
Q20. Sectarian violence in which Syrian province led to arrests and curfews around January 4, 2026?
A) Damascus
B) Latakia
C) Aleppo
D) Idlib
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Unrest in Alawite-majority areas followed a mosque bombing.
Q21. Myanmar’s military government granted amnesty to prisoners marking which anniversary on January 4, 2026?
A) Independence from Britain
B) New Constitution
C) Armed Forces Day
D) Union Day
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Over 6,100 prisoners were amnestied for the 78th independence anniversary.