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Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 23 February 2026, India strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes on which two Afghan provinces that resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children, during the holy month of Ramadan? A) Kandahar and Herat B) Nangarhar and Paktika C) Kabul and Jalalabad D) Kunduz and Balkh Correct Answer: B. Explanation: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal termed the strikes an attempt by Pakistan to deflect from its internal challenges and reaffirmed India’s support for Afghan sovereignty. Q2. The Ministry of Home Affairs unveiled India’s first-ever comprehensive National Counter-Terrorism Policy and Strategy on 23 February 2026. What ... Read more

Q1. In which city and on what exact date was Gerd Muller born? A. Munich, 3 November 1944 B. Nordlingen, 3 November 1945 C. Wolfratshausen, 15 August 1945 D. Berlin, 1 January 1946 Answer: B. Nordlingen, 3 November 1945 Q2. What was Gerd Müller’s famous nickname that reflected his explosive goal-scoring ability? A. Der Kaiser B. Der Libero C. Der Bomber (or Bomber der Nation) D. Der Torjager Answer: C. Der Bomber (or Bomber der Nation) Q3. Which club did Gerd Muller join in 1964 after starting his senior career at TSV 1861 Nordlingen? A. Borussia Dortmund B. Bayern Munich ... Read more

Q1. What is Ruud Gullit's birth name? A. Rudolphus Gullit B. Rudi Dil C. Ruud van Basten D. George Gullit Answer: B. Rudi Dil Q2. On what date and in which city was Ruud Gullit born? A. 1 September 1962, Amsterdam B. 1 September 1962, Rotterdam C. 15 May 1963, Eindhoven D. 1 September 1961, Haarlem Answer: A. 1 September 1962, Amsterdam Q3. Which club did Ruud Gullit join as his first professional senior team in 1979? A. Feyenoord B. PSV Eindhoven C. HFC Haarlem D. AFC DWS Answer: C. HFC Haarlem

Geopolitics & International Relations (Questions 1-10) Q1. On 22 February 2026, India strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghan territory that caused civilian casualties, including women and children, during Ramadan. The Ministry of External Affairs described the action as Pakistan attempting to: A) Strengthen bilateral ties with Afghanistan B) Externalise its internal failures C) Support counter-terrorism efforts in the region D) Fulfil UN Security Council resolutions Correct Answer: B. Explanation: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the strikes were “another attempt by Pakistan to externalise its internal failures” while reiterating India’s support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Q2. Which of ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-12) Q1. On 21 February 2026, the Indian government stated it is studying the implications of a new U.S. global tariff measure. What is the temporary import surcharge rate now applicable to Indian goods entering the U.S.? A) 18% B) 15% C) 10% D) 5% Correct Answer: C. Explanation: Following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down earlier country-specific tariffs, President Trump imposed a temporary 10% ad valorem surcharge effective 24 February 2026 for 150 days. India’s rate dropped from the previous 18% level under the interim trade agreement. Q2. Which U.S.-led initiative for resilient ... Read more

Q1. What is Ronaldinho's full birth name? A. Ronaldo de Assis Moreira B. Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima C. Ronaldo de Souza D. Roberto de Assis Moreira Answer: A. Ronaldo de Assis Moreira Q2. In which Brazilian city was Ronaldinho born on 21 March 1980? A. Rio de Janeiro B. Porto Alegre C. Sao Paulo D. Belo Horizonte Answer: B. Porto Alegre Q3. Why was he nicknamed "Ronaldinho" (Little Ronaldo) as a child? A. He was the youngest and smallest player in his youth teams B. He idolised Ronaldo Nazario C. His brother gave him the name D. It was ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News Involving India (Questions 1–10) Q1. On 20 February 2026, India signed an agreement to join which U.S.-led coalition aimed at building resilient supply chains for critical minerals, electronics and AI? A) Quad Critical Minerals Forum B) Pax Silica C) Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) Supply Chain Pillar D) Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) Correct Answer: B. Explanation: Pax Silica (signed by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw with U.S. Under Secretary Jacob Helberg at the AI Impact Summit) counters China’s dominance in rare earth refining and economic coercion. Members include US, Canada, Japan, South Korea and EU. Q2. What is the ... Read more

Q1. On what date was George Weah born? A. 1 October 1965 B. 1 October 1966 C. 15 October 1966 D. 1 November 1966 Answer: B. 1 October 1966 Q2. In which city was George Weah born and raised in the Clara Town slum? A. Abidjan, Ivory Coast B. Yaounde, Cameroon C. Monrovia, Liberia D. Dakar, Senegal Answer: C. Monrovia, Liberia Q3. At which Liberian club did George Weah begin his professional career at age 15 in 1981? A. Mighty Barrolle B. Invincible Eleven C. Young Survivors D. Bong Range United Answer: C. Young Survivors

Q1. What is Roberto Carlos's full name? A. Roberto Carlos da Silva Santos B. Roberto Carlos da Silva Rocha C. Roberto Carlos Vieira D. Roberto Carlos Oliveira Answer: B. Roberto Carlos da Silva Rocha Q2. On what date and in which Brazilian city was Roberto Carlos born? A. 10 April 1973, Garça, Sao Paulo B. 15 February 1974, Rio de Janeiro C. 22 June 1972, Belo Horizonte D. 5 May 1975, Porto Alegre Answer: A. 10 April 1973, Garça, Sao Paulo Q3. What was Roberto Carlos's primary playing position throughout most of his career? A. Central midfielder B. Left-back C. ... Read more

Geopolitics & World News (Questions 1-9) Q1. On 19 February 2026, India participated as an “observer nation” in the inaugural meeting of which U.S. initiative focused on Gaza reconstruction? A) Global Peace Forum B) Board of Peace C) Middle East Stabilisation Council D) Gaza Reconstruction Alliance Correct Answer: B. Explanation: India was represented by Chargé d’affaires Namgya Khampa at the meeting held at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. The Board includes 27 member nations; the U.S. pledged $10 billion and others $7 billion for reconstruction and an International Stabilization Force. Q2. Which Indian leader addressed the Leaders’ Plenary ... Read more