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Q1. What was Lew Hoad's full birth name and exact date of birth? A. Lewis Arthur Hoad, 23 November 1935 B. Lewis Alan Hoad, 23 November 1934 C. Lew Hoad, 15 December 1933 D. Lewis Edward Hoad, 10 October 1934 Answer: B. Lewis Alan Hoad, 23 November 1934 Q2. In which Australian suburb was Lew Hoad born? A. Manly, New South Wales B. Bondi, New South Wales C. Glebe, New South Wales D. Coogee, New South Wales Answer: C. Glebe, New South Wales Q3. How many Grand Slam singles titles did Lew Hoad win during his amateur career? A. 2 ... Read more

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1–12) 1. On 8 April 2026, what major development occurred in the US-Iran conflict? A) Iran launched full-scale attack on US bases B) US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz C) UNSC imposed fresh sanctions on Iran D) Israel and Iran signed a permanent peace treaty Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Following Trump’s deadline and threats, Pakistan-brokered talks led to a two-week ceasefire. Iran agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for safe passage under coordination with its armed forces. Relevant for UPSC GS-2 (IR) and security. 2. ... Read more

Q1. In which city and on what date was Jan Kodes born? A. Prague, 1 March 1946 B. Bratislava, 15 June 1947 C. Ostrava, 1 March 1950 D. Budapest, 5 April 1945 Answer: A. Prague, 1 March 1946 Q2. How many Grand Slam singles titles did Jan Kodes win during his professional career? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four Answer: C. Three Q3. Which two consecutive years did Jan Kodes win the French Open singles title? A. 1969 and 1970 B. 1970 and 1971 C. 1971 and 1972 D. 1972 and 1973 Answer: B. 1970 and 1971

Q1. What is Stan Smith's full birth name and date of birth? A. Stanley Roger Smith, born December 14, 1946 B. Stanford Smith, born January 15, 1947 C. Steven Roger Smith, born November 20, 1945 D. Stanley Smith, born March 10, 1948 Answer: A. Stanley Roger Smith, born December 14, 1946 Q2. Which university did Stan Smith attend for his collegiate tennis career, where he earned multiple All-American honors? A. UCLA B. University of Southern California (USC) C. Stanford University D. University of Florida Answer: B. University of Southern California (USC) Q3. What major collegiate titles did Stan Smith win ... Read more

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) Q1. On April 7, 2026, India issued an advisory to its nationals in Iran amid escalating tensions. What was the primary trigger mentioned in the advisory? A) Israel-Iran ceasefire violation B) US President Donald Trump’s deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz C) Pakistan’s mediation offer D) UN Security Council resolution on West Asia Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Amid Trump’s ultimatum threatening to “decimate Iran in one night” if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened, India urged citizens to stay indoors for 48 hours, avoid sensitive sites and coordinate travel. The advisory was ... Read more

Q1. What is Tony Roche's full birth name and exact date of birth? A. Anthony David Roche, born 17 May 1946 B. Anthony Dalton Roche, born 17 May 1945 C. Thomas Anthony Roche, born 15 June 1945 D. Anthony John Roche, born 17 May 1944 Answer: B. Anthony Dalton Roche, born 17 May 1945 Q2. In which Australian town was Tony Roche born? A. Wagga Wagga, New South Wales B. Sydney, New South Wales C. Tarcutta, New South Wales D. Melbourne, Victoria Answer: C. Tarcutta, New South Wales Q3. What was Tony Roche's highest singles ranking, achieved in 1969? A. ... Read more

Q1. When and where was Sergi Bruguera born? A. 16 January 1971, Barcelona, Spain B. 15 March 1970, Madrid, Spain C. 20 June 1972, Valencia, Spain D. 10 December 1969, Seville, Spain Answer: A. 16 January 1971, Barcelona, Spain Q2. What is Sergi Bruguera's height? A. 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) B. 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) C. 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in) D. 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) Answer: B. 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) Q3. In what year did Sergi Bruguera turn professional? A. 1986 B. 1988 C. 1990 D. 1992 Answer: B. ... Read more

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 ... Read more

Q1. In what year was Bobby Riggs born? A. 1915 B. 1918 C. 1922 D. 1925 Answer: B. 1918 Q2. At what age did Bobby Riggs begin taking tennis lessons? A. 8 B. 11 C. 12 D. 14 Answer: C. 12 Q3. By age 18, Bobby Riggs had achieved what ranking in the United States? A. No. 1 B. No. 4 C. No. 7 D. No. 10 Answer: B. No. 4

Q1. In which country was Pancho Segura born on June 20, 1921? A. Peru B. Ecuador C. Mexico D. Colombia Answer: B. Ecuador Q2. What was Pancho Segura's full birth name? A. Francisco Gonzalez Segura B. Pancho Ricardo Segura C. Francisco Olegario Segura Cano D. Juan Manuel Segura Answer: C. Francisco Olegario Segura Cano Q3. What childhood illness contributed to Pancho Segura's bowlegged appearance and limited his early physical activities? A. Polio B. Rickets C. Tuberculosis D. Malaria Answer: B. Rickets