International Affairs Current Affairs Questions
160 questions with answers and explanations in this section. Last updated 2026-10-01 by the axomexam team.
International affairs tests your awareness of the world beyond India. Questions ask about treaties and agreements, visits by heads of state, global conflicts, the work of international organisations, and the outcome of major world events. The section is smaller than national affairs but it appears in almost every paper.
Axomexam organises the year's world events by country and by theme, so you can revise India's relations with major powers, the activities of the United Nations and its agencies, and the conflicts and agreements that made headlines.
What international news is asked
- India's bilateral relations with major countries and the agreements signed.
- The United Nations, its agencies and peacekeeping operations.
- International organisations such as BRICS, G20, SAARC, ASEAN and the European Union.
- Conflicts, ceasefire agreements and peace talks.
- Global elections, new heads of state and government changes.
- Treaties, climate agreements and trade deals.
How to read international news for the exam
The examiner rarely asks for analysis. The useful facts are who met whom, which country hosted a summit, what agreement was signed, and which organisation issued a statement. When you read international news, therefore, focus on the actors, the place and the outcome. Once you note these three, most possible questions from that event are already covered.
Preparation tips for international affairs
- Pair international summits with the summits and conferences section so you do not revise them twice.
- For each agreement, note the two countries and the subject of the agreement.
- Keep a small map in mind for capitals and host cities, since venue questions are common.
- Note the full names of international organisations and their headquarters.
- Revise the list monthly, as global events move quickly.
- Attempt the set to see which regions you follow least and read more about them.
Sample International Affairs questions with answers
These are a few of the questions from this section. Every question carries the correct answer and a short explanation, and the full list is read online in English or Assamese.
- Who assumed the office of Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after winning the general election in July 2024?
Answer: Keir Starmer
Labour Party leader Keir Starmer became Prime Minister after securing a single-party majority in Britain's general election, replacing Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak.
উত্তৰ: কিয়েৰ ষ্টাৰমাৰ (Keir Starmer) - Who was sworn in as the first woman President in Mexico's 200-year history?
Answer: Claudia Sheinbaum
Climate scientist and former Mexico City mayor Claudia Sheinbaum won the country's historic election by a huge margin and assumed the presidency.
উত্তৰ: ক্লাউডিয়া শ্বেয়েনবাম (Claudia Sheinbaum) - Who was sworn in as the ninth Executive President of Sri Lanka?
Answer: Anura Kumara Dissanayake
The leftist leader of the National People's Power (NPP), Dissanayake scored a historic victory in the presidential election held after Sri Lanka's economic crisis.
উত্তৰ: অনুৰা কুমাৰা দিশানায়কে (Anura Kumara Dissanayake) - Who was appointed as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka?
Answer: Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
Under the Dissanayake government, distinguished academic and social activist Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was appointed the country's new Prime Minister.
উত্তৰ: ড° হৰিনী অমৰাসূৰিয়া (Dr. Harini Amarasuriya) - Which Prime Minister resigned and took refuge in India in August 2024 following massive public protests in Bangladesh?
Answer: Sheikh Hasina
As a result of the anti-quota student movement and nationwide protests, Sheikh Hasina was forced to flee, ending her 15-year rule.
উত্তৰ: শ্বেখ হাছিনা (Sheikh Hasina) - Who took charge as the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government?
Answer: Dr. Muhammad Yunus
Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Grameen Bank founder, economist Dr. Muhammad Yunus, was given charge of running the interim administration.
উত্তৰ: ড° মহম্মদ ইউনুছ (Dr. Muhammad Yunus) - Who assumed office as the ninth President of Iran?
Answer: Masoud Pezeshkian
After former President Ebrahim Raisi's sudden death in a helicopter crash, reformist physician-politician Pezeshkian became President in the subsequent election.
উত্তৰ: মাছৌদ পেজেশকিয়ান (Masoud Pezeshkian) - Who assumed office as Japan's 100th Prime Minister?
Answer: Shigeru Ishiba
After Fumio Kishida's resignation, ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader and former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba was elected Prime Minister.
উত্তৰ: শ্বিগেৰু ইছিবা (Shigeru Ishiba) - Who took charge as the new Prime Minister of Singapore?
Answer: Lawrence Wong
After Lee Hsien Loong, who led Singapore for nearly two decades, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong assumed charge as the country's fourth-generation Prime Minister.
উত্তৰ: লৰেন্স ৱং (Lawrence Wong) - Who was sworn in as the new President of Indonesia?
Answer: Prabowo Subianto
Former army general and Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto assumed the country's highest office as the successor to Joko Widodo.
উত্তৰ: প্ৰাবোৱো ছুবিআন্তো (Prabowo Subianto) - Who was sworn in for a second consecutive term as President of South Africa?
Answer: Cyril Ramaphosa
After the African National Congress (ANC) lost its majority, Ramaphosa was re-elected President by forming a coalition government.
উত্তৰ: চিৰিল ৰামাফোচা (Cyril Ramaphosa) - Whom did President Emmanuel Macron appoint as France's new Prime Minister?
Answer: Michel Barnier
Barnier, the European Union's former Brexit negotiator, was made Prime Minister to resolve the crisis of France's hung parliament.
উত্তৰ: মিচেল বাৰ্নিয়াৰ (Michel Barnier)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is international affairs asked in Assam exams?
Yes. A few questions on world events, treaties and international organisations appear in most papers, though the weight is smaller than national and state affairs.
Do I need to know the capitals of all countries?
Only the capitals of the countries in the news for that year. The capital is most often asked when a summit or a state visit took place there.
Which international organisations are asked most?
The United Nations, BRICS, G20, SAARC, ASEAN, IMF, World Bank and WHO are asked most frequently.
How much detail do I need on world conflicts?
Only the basic facts: the countries involved, the reason, and any agreement or ceasefire. Deep political analysis is not required.
Are the International Affairs Current Affairs questions available in Assamese and English?
Yes. International Affairs Current Affairs is bilingual: the question, every option and the full explanation are given in both Assamese and English, so you can read the problem in one language and the solution in the other.
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