Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-8)

Q1. On May 13, 2026, US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Which of the following was a key agenda item?
A) Climate change accords only
B) Trade, Taiwan, and the ongoing Iran war
C) Space exploration cooperation
D) Arctic military de-escalation
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: The summit focused on trade relations, Taiwan tensions, and the 2026 Iran war/Strait of Hormuz crisis, amid Chinese vessels transiting the strait.

Q2. In the context of the 2026 Iran war and Strait of Hormuz crisis, what significant maritime development occurred involving Chinese vessels on May 13, 2026?
A) Multiple Chinese tankers and carriers crossing via Iran’s safe corridor
B) A Chinese naval blockade
C) US seizure of Chinese oil tankers
D) Complete closure of the strait by Iran
Correct Answer: A.
Explanation: Vessels like the supertanker Yuan Hua Hu (carrying Iraqi crude) and others crossed, ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting.

Q3. Which country conducted drone strikes killing at least 12 people (including children) on a highway in Lebanon on or around May 13, 2026?
A) Syria
B) Iran
C) Israel
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)

Q1. India hosted the Kimberley Process Intersessional Meeting 2026 in which city, under its Chairship for the year?
A) New Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Surat
D) Jaipur
Correct Answer: B) Mumbai
Explanation: The meeting (11-14 May 2026) focuses on responsible diamond trade, monitoring, compliance, and preventing conflict diamonds. India assumed KP Chairship on 1 Jan 2026.

Q2. PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to undertake a five-nation visit from 15-20 May 2026 to which countries?
A) UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Italy
B) USA, UK, France, Germany, Japan
C) Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand
D) Russia, China, Brazil, South Africa, Egypt
Correct Answer: A) UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Italy
Explanation: The visit includes bilateral talks and the India–Nordic Summit, emphasizing trade, green energy, technology, and strategic partnerships.

Q3. Which initiative did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar inaugurate at the UN highlighting India’s mathematical legacy?
A) Zero to Infinity Exhibition
B) Ancient Indian Science Pavilion
C) Vedic Mathematics Forum
D) From Shunya to Ananta
Correct Answer: D) From Shunya to Ananta
Explanation: Inaugurated around 11 May 2026 at UN Headquarters, New York.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-10)

Q1. On 11 May 2026, India welcomed a conditional ceasefire in which ongoing conflict?
A) Russia-Ukraine war
B) 2026 Iran war (US-Iran/Israel-Iran)
C) Sudanese civil war
D) Israel-Hezbollah conflict only
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: India expressed hope for lasting peace in West Asia, unimpeded navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and advocated de-escalation amid the 2026 Iran war.

Q2. Which country’s Deputy PM and Foreign Minister met the US chargé d’affaires in Islamabad to discuss Iran-US ceasefire efforts around 11 May 2026?
A) China
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Pakistan
D) Turkey
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Pakistani efforts mediated responses between Iran and the US.

Q3. According to reports around 11 May 2026, which country secretly joined Israel and the US in airstrikes on Iran during the 2026 war?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) United Arab Emirates
C) Jordan
D) Egypt
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: UAE forces reportedly struck targets including a refinery on Lavan Island.

Geopolitics & World Affairs (Questions 1-8)
Q1. On May 10, 2026, which country’s leader signaled that the conflict with Ukraine was nearing an end during Victory Day celebrations?
A) China
B) Russia
C) Iran
D) Israel
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Putin highlighted progress amid a U.S.-brokered ceasefire context.

Q2. India has been impacted by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to tensions between which two entities?
A) Russia-Ukraine
B) China-Taiwan
C) US-Israel and Iran
D) Saudi ArabiCa-Yemen
Correct Answer: C.
Explanation: Ongoing US-Iran conflict/ceasefire fragility has affected global energy supplies and shipping, prompting Indian responses.

Q3. PM Narendra Modi, on May 10, 2026, urged citizens to adopt which measures amid West Asia crisis-induced oil price concerns?
A) Increase gold purchases
B) Work from home, carpooling, and use petrol sparingly
C) Boost international tourism
D) Import more crude oil
Correct Answer: B.
Explanation: Modi promoted swadeshi, domestic tourism, and fuel conservation for national interest and Atmanirbharata.