Geopolitics & World News – (Questions 1-11)
Q1. Which Indian-flagged LPG tanker successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on or around April 6, 2026, carrying 15,400 tonnes of LPG, marking the eighth such transit by an India-flagged vessel since early March amid regional tensions?
A. MV Green Asha
B. MV Blue Horizon
C. MV Pacific Star
D. MV Ocean Pride
Correct Answer: A. MV Green Asha
Explanation: This transit highlights India’s efforts to secure energy supplies amid the ongoing West Asia conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions.
Q2. On April 6, 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held urgent talks with which Iranian official regarding bilateral relations and developments in the Strait of Hormuz region?
A. Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi
B. President Masoud Pezeshkian
C. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
D. IRGC Commander Hossein Salami
Correct Answer: A. Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi
Explanation: The call was part of India’s proactive diplomacy to safeguard its energy interests and Indian nationals during the US-Iran tensions.
Q3. How many Indian fishermen evacuated from Iran amid the West Asia conflict safely reached Chennai on or around April 6, 2026?
A. 278
B. 512
C. 345
D. 410
Correct Answer: C. 345
Explanation: The evacuation underscores India’s consular efforts to protect its citizens in conflict zones.
Q4. Reports on April 6, 2026, indicated that the US, Iran, and regional mediators were discussing a potential ceasefire of how many days that could lead to a permanent resolution of the ongoing conflict?
A. 30 days
B. 45 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
Correct Answer: B. 45 days
Explanation: This temporary ceasefire proposal was a key diplomatic development in the US-Iran-West Asia crisis.
Q5. Amid the April 2026 West Asia conflict, Iran claimed to have destroyed which of the following US-linked assets?
A. Two C-130 aircraft and two Black Hawk helicopters
B. One F-35 fighter and three Apache helicopters
C. One B-52 bomber and two Chinook helicopters
D. Three F-16 fighters and one Black Hawk helicopter
Correct Answer: A. Two C-130 aircraft and two Black Hawk helicopters
Explanation: These claims reflect the escalating military exchanges reported on April 6.
Q6. The Government of India was urged on April 6, 2026, to revive which traditional trade mechanism with Iran to address the LPG and energy crisis?
A. LNG-gold exchange
B. Petro-dollar swap
C. Oil-rice barter system
D. Wheat-crude credit line
Correct Answer: C. Oil-rice barter system
Explanation: This GS2 (IR/Economy) relevant suggestion aims to bypass payment hurdles amid sanctions and conflict.
Q7. China’s move to expand its role in Iran war diplomacy was viewed with scepticism by which country, as highlighted in April 6, 2026, reports?
A. United States
B. Russia
C. Israel
D. France
Correct Answer: A. United States
Explanation: This reflects shifting global alignments in the West Asia conflict with implications for India’s strategic autonomy.
Q8. Amid the LPG crisis triggered by the Strait of Hormuz standoff, what impact was reported on migrant workers in Delhi on April 6, 2026?
A. Relocation to southern states
B. Shift to Gujarat factories
C. Demand for higher wages in construction
D. Many leaving for Bihar and Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer: D. Many leaving for Bihar and Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: Economic ripple effects of the energy crisis on vulnerable sections.
Q9. The Centre clarified on April 6, 2026, that India continues to purchase Iranian crude oil without any payment-related hurdles, dismissing reports of tankers being diverted to which country?
A. Russia
B. China
C. Saudi Arabia
D. UAE
Correct Answer: B. China
Explanation: This statement reaffirms India’s energy diplomacy stance.
Q10. What specific internal security measure along the Bangladesh border was discussed in The Hindu on April 6, 2026, under the phrase “Swim or sink”?
A. Reptile ‘patrols’
B. Drone surveillance grid
C. Flood barrier construction
D. Joint riverine exercises
Correct Answer: A. Reptile ‘patrols’
Explanation: A unique GS2 (IR/Internal Security) development for border management.
Q11. In the context of the West Asia conflict, KEAM 2026 candidates in Gulf countries were allowed to change exam centres. This decision was taken due to disruptions caused by which conflict?
A. Iran-US-Israel war
B. Russia-Ukraine war
C. Israel-Hamas conflict
D. Yemen civil war
Correct Answer: A. Iran-US-Israel war
Explanation: Direct impact of geopolitics on Indian education abroad.
Indian Polity & Governance – (Questions 12-19)
Q12. On April 6, 2026, the Prime Minister stated that states can reap maximum benefits from which constitutional reform?
A. Women’s reservation in legislatures
B. One Nation One Election
C. Simultaneous polls for local bodies
D. GST compensation extension
Correct Answer: A. Women’s reservation in legislatures
Explanation: GS2 (Governance) highlight on the 33% women’s quota implementation.
Q13. Which state joined the new RBI strategy for state loans, as reported in The Hindu on April 6, 2026?
A. Maharashtra
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Telangana
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: C. Telangana
Explanation: GS3 (Economy) development in centre-state fiscal relations.
Q14. Major Indian ports crossed a cargo handling target of how many million tonnes, as per April 6, 2026, reports?
A. 915
B. 850
C. 1,020
D. 780
Correct Answer: A. 915
Explanation: Positive economic indicator amid global disruptions (GS3 Economy).
Q15. The Supreme Court on April 6, 2026, expressed concern over the practice of using ‘stock’ witnesses and expanded a panel to examine it. This relates to which area of criminal justice?
A. Bail reforms
B. Witness protection and credibility
C. Plea bargaining
D. Fast-track courts
Correct Answer: B. Witness protection and credibility
Explanation: Key GS2 (Governance/Judiciary) observation.
Q16. The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, passed by Rajya Sabha (relevant in current affairs), seeks to create a unified legal framework and allows higher percentage of IPS deputation at senior levels (50% IG, 67% ADG). It overrides which earlier judicial ruling?
A. CAG audit on paramilitary finances
B. High Court order on CAPF recruitment
C. NCLT directive on force restructuring
D. Supreme Court judgment on IPS deputation
Correct Answer: D. Supreme Court judgment on IPS deputation
Explanation: Important GS2 (Polity) legislation amid Opposition concerns.
Q17. The Supreme Court criticised the Chief Secretary and DGP of which state over access issues in a Malda incident on April 6, 2026?
A. West Bengal
B. Bihar
C. Jharkhand
D. Odisha
Correct Answer: A. West Bengal
Explanation: GS2 (Governance) judicial-executive tension.
Q18. Which editorial topic in The Hindu on April 6, 2026, discussed “The executive office without a limit”?
A. Electoral bond scheme review
B. Federalism in coal block allocations
C. Judicial appointments delay
D. Concerns over concentration of power
Correct Answer: D. Concerns over concentration of power
Explanation: GS2 (Polity/Governance) relevant for UPSC.
Q19. The first phase of India’s 2026 national census (world’s largest and first fully digital) began on April 1 with self-enumeration. Caste enumeration will occur in which phase for the first time since 1931?
A. Second phase
B. First phase (housing)
C. Final data validation phase
D. NPR update phase
Correct Answer: A. Second phase
Explanation: Major current affairs (GS1/Governance) development with implications for delimitation and policy.
Sports – (Questions 20-24)
Q20. In IPL 2026, who scored a match-winning half-century to lead Lucknow Super Giants to a five-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad around April 6, 2026?
A. Rishabh Pant
B. KL Rahul
C. Nicholas Pooran
D. Marcus Stoinis
Correct Answer: A. Rishabh Pant
Explanation: Key performance in ongoing IPL 2026 season.
Q21. Former India coach Ravi Shastri praised which young Rajasthan Royals batter for a match-winning knock in the IPL 2026 thriller against Gujarat Titans, predicting a bright future?
A. Sanju Samson
B. Yashasvi Jaiswal
C. Riyan Parag
D. Shimron Hetmyer
Correct Answer: C. Riyan Parag
Explanation: Rising talent spotlight in IPL 2026.
Q22. In the Indian Athletics Series 2026 held in Bengaluru, who won the men’s long jump event with a leap of 8.15m?
A. Sandeep Sejwal
B. Praveen Kumar
C. Neeraj Chopra
D. Murali Sreeshankar
Correct Answer: D. Murali Sreeshankar
Explanation: Domestic athletics highlight relevant for sports current affairs.
Q23. Which IPL 2026 team was reported to have Jasprit Bumrah joining the squad ahead of a crucial match (context April 6)?
A. Mumbai Indians
B. Chennai Super Kings
C. Kolkata Knight Riders
D. Delhi Capitals
Correct Answer: A. Mumbai Indians
Explanation: Fitness and squad update in T20 league.
Q24. In IPL 2026 coverage on April 6, rain affected which match, allowing Punjab Kings to go top of the table after a washout?
A. MI vs RCB
B. KKR vs PBKS
C. SRH vs LSG
D. RR vs GT
Correct Answer: B. KKR vs PBKS
Explanation: Weather impact on league standings.
Education, Arts, Culture & Other Current Affairs – (Questions 25-29)
Q25. Stakeholders at AIIMS (doctors, students, faculty) demanded immediate implementation of which national-level medical exit examination on April 6, 2026?
A. National Exit Test (NExT)
B. NEET-PG
C. FMGE
D. INI-CET
Correct Answer: A. National Exit Test (NExT)
Explanation: Key reform in medical education (GS2 Education).
Q26. Delhi University is likely to commence UG admissions in the third week of which month in 2026, following CUET UG results?
A. July
B. June
C. April
D. May
Correct Answer: D. May
Explanation: Academic calendar update post-CUET.
Q27. Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2026 were awaited by over how many students, as per April 6 reports?
A. 7 lakh
B. 5 lakh
C. 10 lakh
D. 3 lakh
Correct Answer: A. 7 lakh
Explanation: State-level board exam current affairs.
Q28. Easter was celebrated across India on April 6, 2026, with greetings extended by the Prime Minister. This falls under which UPSC syllabus area?
A. GS3 (Economy)
B. GS2 (Polity)
C. GS1 (Art and Culture)
D. GS4 (Ethics)
Correct Answer: C. GS1 (Art and Culture)
Explanation: Cultural diversity and national integration.
Q29. India’s ports are being urged to transform using which technology for efficiency, as discussed in The Hindu on April 6, 2026?
A. Blockchain only
B. Artificial Intelligence
C. Quantum computing
D. 5G drone surveillance
Correct Answer: B. Artificial Intelligence
