Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)
Q1. On May 7, 2026, what significant military incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz involving the US and Iran?
A) Iran seized US oil tankers
B) US and Iranian forces exchanged fire, with US conducting self-defense strikes on Iranian facilities after attacks on US destroyers
C) A joint naval exercise was announced
D) Complete closure of the strait by Iran
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Reports confirmed exchanges involving US Arleigh Burke-class destroyers and subsequent US strikes on Iranian sites in self-defense, testing a fragile ceasefire.
Q2. Regarding the US-Iran situation on May 7, 2026, which statement is accurate?
A) President Trump declared the ceasefire completely ended
B) Iran announced full withdrawal from the Hormuz region
C) Pakistan’s foreign office noted expectations of a ceasefire agreement “sooner rather than later”
D) No maritime services were offered by Iranian ports
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Amid ongoing tensions and strikes, diplomatic efforts for de-escalation were highlighted.
Q3. What is the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz in the context of recent events?
A) It is a minor fishing route
B) It is a critical chokepoint for global oil transport, with Iran offering support services to ships
C) It connects only the Red Sea and Mediterranean
D) It has no military significance
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: A large portion of the world’s oil passes through it, making incidents there highly impactful for global energy security.
Q4. In May 2026 geopolitics, what anniversary was observed related to India-Pakistan relations?
A) Kargil War
B) Lahore Declaration
C) Surgical Strikes 2016
D) One year of Operation Sindoor
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Operation Sindoor involved precision strikes on terror camps in response to a Pahalgam attack; its anniversary featured defence releases and statements on counter-terror resolve.
Q5. PM Modi’s statement on May 7, 2026, emphasized India’s resolve against:
A) Climate change initiatives only
B) Space cooperation
C) Trade deficits exclusively
D) Terrorism and its enabling ecosystem, one year after Operation Sindoor
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: It reaffirmed India’s steadfast approach post the 2025 conflict.
Q6. US strikes on May 7 targeted facilities linked to attacks on which US ships?
A) Aircraft carriers
B) Arleigh Burke-class destroyers (USS Truxtun, USS Rafael Peralta, USS Mason)
C) Submarines only
D) Supply vessels
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Strikes were in response to Iranian actions against these vessels transiting the region.
Q7. The 2026 Iran-US tensions primarily revolve around:
A) Strait of Hormuz incidents, ceasefire tests, and maritime security
B) Nuclear negotiations only
C) Land border disputes
D) Space technology sharing
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Key flashpoint with implications for global trade and energy.
Q8. What did Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization state on May 7?
A) Ports closed indefinitely
B) Readiness to provide maritime services, support, and medical aid to ships in the Strait of Hormuz
C) Alliance with US Navy
D) Withdrawal from international conventions
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Aimed at maintaining operations amid tensions.
Q9. Broader implication of Hormuz events for India includes concerns over:
A) Only domestic politics
B) Antarctic research
C) European Union trade
D) Energy security, oil imports, and regional stability
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: India relies heavily on Gulf oil routes.
Indian Polity & Governance (Questions 10-19)
Q10. In the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, which party emerged as the single largest with 108 seats in its debut?
A) DMK
B) AIADMK
C) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) led by actor Vijay
D) BJP
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: TVK disrupted the traditional Dravidian duopoly, falling short of majority (118 needed) and prompting alliance talks.
Q11. Post Tamil Nadu results, DMK’s seat tally was approximately:
A) Over 100
B) Around 59
C) 108
D) Zero
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: DMK came second; AIADMK third.
Q12. Amid Tamil Nadu government formation discussions on/around May 7, DMK:
A) Immediately allied with TVK
B) Rejected overtures from AIADMK
C) Dissolved the party
D) Invited BJP only
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Reports indicated rejection of AIADMK approaches.
Q13. In West Bengal, post-poll violence on/around May 6-7, 2026, involved the killing of:
A) A TMC MLA
B) A central minister
C) An independent candidate
D) Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Shot in Madhyamgram; BJP alleged targeted attack amid broader violence reports.
Q14. Allegations against the Modi government regarding recent state elections included:
A) Over-spending only
B) Purging millions of voters before polls
C) Banning all opposition rallies
D) Dissolving all state assemblies
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Claims of voter list manipulations surfaced in analyses of BJP’s strong performance.
Q15. Tamil Nadu Governor’s reported action post-results involved:
A) Asking TVK’s Vijay to prove majority/support for government formation
B) Immediate dismissal of assembly
C) Inviting only DMK
D) Central rule imposition
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Standard constitutional process for hung or near-majority situations.
Q16. Operation Sindoor (2025) primarily targeted:
A) Pakistani military bases
B) Terror infrastructure/camps linked to groups like JeM and LeT
C) Civilian areas
D) Economic hubs
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Precision strikes post-Pahalgam terror attack.
Q17. Suvendu Adhikari is the Leader of Opposition in which state assembly?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Kerala
D) West Bengal
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Key BJP figure in the state.
Q18. TVK contested the 2026 Tamil Nadu polls:
A) In alliance with Congress
B) Independently across all seats
C) Only in urban areas
D) With AIADMK support
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Notable for breaking duopoly without pre-poll allies.
Q19. Post-poll violence in West Bengal has historically been linked to:
A) Cricket matches
B) Festival celebrations
C) Power transitions and political rivalries between major parties (TMC, BJP, etc.)
D) Economic policies only
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Recurring concern during election periods.
Sports & Other Current Affairs (Questions 20-24)
Q20. India’s men’s badminton team achieved what at the Thomas Cup 2026?
A) Gold medal
B) Bronze medal
C) Did not participate
D) Quarter-final exit only
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Second Thomas Cup medal after 2022 gold; Lakshya Sen missed semi due to injury.
Q21. On May 7, 2026, an IPL 2026 match featured:
A) RCB vs LSG
B) Final
C) No matches
D) Only women’s league
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: League stage continued with high viewership.
Q22. Thomas Cup 2026 was hosted in:
A) India
B) Denmark
C) China
D) Indonesia
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: International badminton event.
Q23. India’s defence ecosystem post-Operation Sindoor emphasized:
A) Import dependence
B) Conventional infantry only
C) Reduction in military budget
D) Indigenous tech, drones, precision strikes, and integrated systems
Correct Answer: D.
Explanation: Transformation in strategy and Atmanirbhar initiatives.
Q24. Which sportsperson/group celebrated Thomas Cup bronze on social media?
A) Cricket team
B) Chirag Shetty
C) PV Sindhu solo
D) Hockey team
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Team camaraderie highlighted.
