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MPPSC 2026 — International Relations Questions with Answers

All 12 International Relations previous-year questions from MPPSC 2026, each with the correct answer and a full explanation. Practise them as a free, timed mock test with instant scoring.

1. Q1.International Conferences

   At the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) held in June, 2025 in France, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations demonstrated its leading voice on marine and ocean issues, especially on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture for resilient livelihood and “Blue Transformation”. Which of the following combinations about the “Four Betters” proposed by FAO for “Blue Transformation” is correct ?

   • a)Better production, better nutrition, better environment and better ocean
   • b)Better production, better nutrition, better environment and better life
   • c)Better coral reefs, better nutrition, better environment and better life
   • d)Better estuaries, better nutrition, better environment and better mangrove vegetation
2. Q2.Connectivity

   Consider the following statements about river bridges connecting India with neighbouring countries : 1. ‘Maitri Setu’, built over Feni river, connects Ramgarh in India with Sabroom in Bangladesh. 2. Jhulaghat suspension bridge connects India with Myanmar. 3. Mechi bridge and its approaches connect Panitanki Bypass in India with Kakarvitta in Nepal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   • a)1 and 2
   • b)2 and 3
   • c)1 only
   • d)3 only
3. Q3.International Agreements

   Which of the following conventions have not been ratified by India ? 1. Employment Policy Convention 2. Abolition of Forced Labour Convention 3. International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families 4. Geneva Convention Relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War 5. Convention on Reduction of Statelessness Select the answer using the code given below :

   • a)2 and 4
   • b)1 and 2
   • c)3 and 4 only
   • d)3, 4 and 5
4. Q4.Connectivity

   Which of the following connectivity projects is/are a part of cooperation between India and the ASEAN member countries ? 1. Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project 2. IMT Trilateral Highway 3. Agartala-Akhaura Rail Line Select the answer using the code given below :

   • a)1 and 2
   • b)2 and 3
   • c)1 and 3
   • d)2 only
5. Q5.India and Neighbours

   Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : List I (Project Supported by India) A. Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project B. Restoration of Stor Palace C. District Hospital at Dickoya D. Institute of Security and Law Enforcement Studies List II (Country) 1. Maldives 2. Afghanistan 3. Bhutan 4. Sri Lanka

   • a)A-1, B-4, C-2, D-3
   • b)A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
   • c)A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
   • d)A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3
6. Q6.International Organisations

   Consider the following statements about platforms for multilateral co-operation : 1. The ‘Colombo Process’ is a regional consultative process in which member states take binding decisions by consensus. 2. The ‘Abu Dhabi Dialogue’ is a voluntary non-binding consultative process among Asian countries of labour origin and destination to facilitate regional cooperation on contractual labour mobility. 3. The ‘Global Forum for Migration and Development’, created upon the proposal of a former UN Secretary General, is a voluntary forum whose decisions are non-binding in nature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   • a)1, 2 and 3
   • b)1 and 3 only
   • c)2 and 3 only
   • d)2 only
7. Q7.International Organisations

   Consider the following UN organisations/agencies : 1. World Food Programme 2. United Nations Children’s Fund 3. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees 4. International Labour Organisation How many of the above has/have been awarded the Nobel Prize twice ?

   • a)1
   • b)2
   • c)3
   • d)4
8. Q8.International Organisations

   Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : List I (UN Peacekeeping Operation) A. UNMIL B. MINURCAT C. MINUSTAH D. UNMISET List II (Period of Operation) 1. 2007 – 2010 2. 2002 – 2005 3. 2003 – 2018 4. 2004 – 2017 Code :

   • a)A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
   • b)A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
   • c)A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
   • d)A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
9. Q9.Regional Groupings

   Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : List I (BIMSTEC Centre/Establishment) A. BIMSTEC Cultural Industries Observatory B. BIMSTEC Energy Centre C. BIMSTEC Centre for Weather and Climate D. BIMSTEC Technology Transfer Facility List II (Location) 1. NOIDA 2. Bengaluru 3. Colombo 4. Thimphu Code :

   • a)3 2 1 4
   • b)3 1 2 4
   • c)4 2 1 3
   • d)4 1 2 3
10. Q10.Regional Groupings

    Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ? 1. Belarus 2. Poland 3. Germany 4. Switzerland Select the answer using the code given below :

    • a)1, 2 and 4
    • b)1 and 4 only
    • c)2 and 3
    • d)2 and 4 only
11. Q11.International Organisations

    Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists : List I (INTERPOL Notice) A. Silver Notice B. Blue Notice C. Black Notice D. Green Notice List II (Description) 1. To seek information on unidentified bodies 2. To collect additional information about a person's identity, location, or activities in relation to a criminal investigation 3. To provide warning about a person's criminal activities, where the person is considered to be a possible threat to public safety 4. To identify and trace criminal assets

    • a)3 1 2 4
    • b)3 2 1 4
    • c)4 2 1 3
    • d)4 1 2 3
12. Q12.International Affairs

    The Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany visited India in January, 2026. Which of the following is/are not correct in terms of outcomes of this visit ? 1. Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the All India Institute of Ayurveda and the University of Hamburg 2. Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Youth Hockey Development between Hockey India and the German Hockey Federation 3. Establishment of a bilateral dialogue mechanism on the Indo-Pacific 4. Opening of an Honorary Consul of Germany in Lucknow Select the answer using the code given below :

    • a)2 and 3
    • b)1 and 4
    • c)3 and 4
    • d)1 only