Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-8)
Q1. What was the theme of the Raisina Dialogue 2026?
A) Multipolar World Order
B) Samskara – Assertion, Accommodation, Advancement
C) Global South Leadership
D) Indo-Pacific Security
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The 11th edition (March 2026) focused on civilizational identity, diversity, and collective progress. India hosted global leaders, emphasizing science diplomacy and UNSC aspirations.
Q2. India hosted which BRICS event in early June 2026?
A) BRICS Summit
B) BRICS Trade Ministers Meeting
C) 11th BRICS Foreign Policy Dialogue
D) BRICS Youth Forum
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Held in Delhi on/around 5 June 2026, focusing on future forecasting, resilience, innovation, and global challenges.
Q3. India lodged a diplomatic protest with Pakistan over planned elections in which region?
A) Balochistan
B) Gilgit-Baltistan
C) Azad Kashmir
D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: India views Gilgit-Baltistan as integral to J&K and rejects any moves altering its status or legitimizing occupation.
Q4. Share of Russian oil in India’s imports rose to what percentage around early June 2026?
A) 25%
B) 52%
C) 45%
D) 38%
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Reflects India’s energy diversification amid global geopolitical shifts.
Q5. Which foreign university received approval for a branch campus in Bengaluru in June 2026?
A) Harvard
B) University of Liverpool
C) Oxford
D) Stanford
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Under UGC regulations for foreign higher education institutions, promoting internationalization of Indian education.
Q6. What major geopolitical tension was highlighted in news around 6 June 2026 involving West Asia?
A) Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
B) NATO expansion
C) Ongoing Iran-Israel conflict spillovers
D) South China Sea arbitration
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Impacted India’s MPC growth forecasts and energy security discussions.
Q7. Which event marked India’s push for science diplomacy in 2026?
A) Launch of Raisina Science Diplomacy Initiative
B) G20 Science Ministers Meet
C) QUAD Tech Forum
D) SCO Digital Initiative
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Launched during Raisina Dialogue, focusing on AI, semiconductors, and DPI for Global South.
Q8. Nepal PM sparked a row over border dispute with India – this was discussed in current affairs around which date?
A) Early May 2026
B) 1-6 June 2026 period
C) July 2026
D) Not recent
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Part of neighborhood diplomacy coverage in early June analyses.
Indian Polity, Governance & Economy (Questions 10-18)
Q9. India’s GDP growth for FY 2025-26 was reported as:
A) 6.5%
B) 8.2%
C) 7.7%
D) 5.9%
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: MoSPI provisional estimates; Q4 at 7.8%, driven by manufacturing/services; outpacing major peers.
Q10. RBI MPC in June 2026 decided to:
A) Cut repo rate
B) Keep repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and lower growth forecast
C) Hike rate
D) Introduce negative rates
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Third consecutive hold; cited West Asia risks and monsoon concerns; FY27 growth forecast revised to 6.6%.
Q11. Which protest at Jantar Mantar on 6 June 2026 demanded resignation of the Education Minister?
A) Farmers’ protest
B) Anti-corruption march
C) Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest led by Abhijeet Dipke
D) CAA protest
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Satirical/online movement turned offline; focused on exam-related lapses; ended peacefully with some detentions.
Q12. Ja Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary was designated as India’s:
A) 50th Ramsar site
B) 100th Ramsar site
C) 75th Ramsar site
D) First in Bihar
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Milestone for wetland conservation.
Q13. Nilgiri Tahr population in Tamil Nadu crossed:
A) 500
B) 1,000
C) 2,000
D) 1,360
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Positive conservation outcome in Western Ghats.
Q14. The Panchayat Advancement Index recently won a:
A) National e-Governance award
B) Nobel Prize
C) UN Award
D) Sahitya Akademi
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Recognizes data-driven governance in panchayats.
Q15. CCEA approved major National Highway projects worth over:
A) Rs10,000 crore
B) Rs50,000 crore
C) Rs24,249 crore
D) Rs15,000 crore
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Across multiple states for infrastructure boost.
Q16. Navachar Mantra initiative was launched by which ministry?
A) Education
B) MSME
C) Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
D) Commerce
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: To nurture grassroots innovators from Tier-2/3 areas (launched ~3 June).
Q17. Which state/region saw political shifts discussed impacting India-Bangladesh relations?
A) Assam
B) West Bengal
C) Bihar
D) Odisha
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: ORF analysis on political changes.
Q18. Middle class growth in India is transforming it into a hub of:
A) Global consumption and innovation
B) Savings only
C) Agriculture exports
D) Defense manufacturing
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Key socio-economic trend highlighted in June 2026.
Sports (Questions 19-24)
Q19. Indian GM R. Praggnanandhaa won which tournament in June 2026?
A) Candidates
B) Norway Chess 2026
C) World Rapid
D) Tata Steel
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: First Indian champion; defeated Keymer in final round with four straight classical wins.
Q20. India played a one-off Test against Afghanistan starting:
A) 5 June 2026
B) 10 June
C) 6 June 2026
D) Not scheduled
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Marked return to red-ball cricket post-IPL; new Test venue.
Q21. Who was appointed India’s new T20I captain around 6 June 2026?
A) Rohit Sharma
B) Shreyas Iyer
C) Hardik Pandya
D) Suryakumar Yadav
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Leadership transition ahead of white-ball series.
Q22. 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earned maiden India call-up for:
A) Test vs Afghanistan
B) T20/ODI squads
C) U-19 only
D) Domestic
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Sensation from IPL 2026.
Q23. PM Modi inaugurated the first World Yogasana Championship in:
A) New Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Haridwar
D) Ahmedabad
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Promotion of yoga globally.
Q24. Rishabh Pant was noted for aggressive batting in practice ahead of:
A) IND vs AFG Test
B) IPL final
C) ODI series
D) T20 World Cup
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Return to Test cricket.
Arts, Education, Literature & Others (Questions 25-30)
Q25. Barkatullah University renaming relates to:
A) India’s first “Prime Minister”
B) Freedom fighter
C) Scientist
D) Poet
Correct Answer: A.
Q26. Evaluation framework in Indian education ecosystem focuses on:
A) Rote learning
B) Holistic assessment and outcomes
C) Only board exams
D) Private coaching
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Recent policy emphasis.
Q27. Internationalisation of Higher Education in India saw approvals for:
A) Only Indian campuses abroad
B) Online only
C) No new initiatives
D) Foreign branch campuses (e.g., Liverpool)
Correct Answer: D.
Q28. Anime India event was held in Delhi on:
A) 6-7 June 2026
B) January
C) August
D) Not held
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Cultural/pop culture festival.
Q29. Climate Finance in India discussions highlighted needs for:
A) Reduced ambition
B) Scaling up for sustainability goals
C) Fossil fuel focus
D) No international cooperation
Correct Answer: B.
Q30. Which literary/historical figure’s contributions were highlighted in university renaming/news?
A) Shivaji
B) Tagore
C) Related to Barkatullah (early PM recognition)
D) Premchand
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Ties to modern history and polity.
