04 April 2026 Current Affairs
1. What does BRICS stand for?
A. Brazil, रूस, India, China, South Africa
B. Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
C. Britain, Russia, India, China, سوريا
D. Brazil, Romania, India, China, Spain
Ans: B
Explanation: BRICS is an economic group of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
2. Which country hosted the BRICS Summit 2026?
A. India
B. Brazil
C. China
D. South Africa
Ans: B
Explanation: Brazil is hosting the BRICS Summit in 2026.
3. Which of the following is a new member of BRICS after expansion?
A. Japan
B. Egypt
C. Germany
D. Canada
Ans: B
Explanation: Egypt joined BRICS as part of expansion.
4. BRICS expansion mainly aims to:
A. Promote military alliances
B. Strengthen global economic cooperation
C. Reduce trade
D. Increase sanctions
Ans: B
💡 Explanation: BRICS focuses on economic cooperation and development.
5. Which region benefits most from BRICS expansion?
A. Developed nations
B. Developing countries
C. Arctic region
D. Antarctica
Ans: B
Explanation: BRICS supports developing economies.
6. Which organization is associated with BRICS financial cooperation?
A. IMF
B. World Bank
C. New Development Bank
D. WTO
Ans: C
Explanation: BRICS established the New Development Bank.
7. Which country among these is NOT a BRICS member?
A. India
B. Russia
C. Italy
D. China
Ans: C
Explanation: Italy is not part of BRICS.
8. BRICS countries aim to reduce dependence on which currency?
A. Euro
B. Yen
C. US Dollar
D. Pound
Ans: C
Explanation: BRICS promotes trade in local currencies.
9. Which sector is a major focus of BRICS cooperation?
A. Space warfare
B. Agriculture and infrastructure
C. Film industry
D. Tourism only
Ans: B
Explanation: BRICS invests in infrastructure and development.
10. Which continent does NOT have a BRICS country?
A. Asia
B. Africa
C. Europe
D. Australia
Ans: D
Explanation: No BRICS member is from Australia.
11. BRICS expansion reflects a shift toward:
A. Unipolar world
B. Bipolar world
C. Multipolar world
D. No power system
Ans: C
Explanation: Power is distributed among multiple nations.
12. Which factor drives BRICS expansion?
A. Cultural exchange
B. Economic growth of emerging markets
C. Sports
D. Tourism
Ans: B
Explanation: Emerging economies are gaining influence.
13. Which country is a major leader within BRICS?
A. China
B. Nepal
C. Sri Lanka
D. Bhutan
Ans: A
Explanation: China is a key economic power in BRICS.
14. Which term describes cooperation among developing nations?
A. Globalization
B. South-South Cooperation
C. Privatization
D. Liberalization
Ans: B
Explanation: It refers to collaboration among developing countries.
15. BRICS challenges the dominance of which group?
A. ASEAN
B. G7
C. SAARC
D. OPEC
Ans: B
Explanation: BRICS offers an alternative to G7 dominance.
16. Which of the following is a goal of BRICS currency discussions?
A. Replace all currencies
B. Promote local currency trade
C. Ban trade
D. Increase inflation
Ans: B
Explanation: It reduces dependence on the US dollar.
17. Which sector sees increased cooperation due to BRICS expansion?
A. Defense alliances
B. Trade and investment
C. Cinema
D. Fashion
Ans: B
Explanation: Economic collaboration is the main focus.
18. Which country from the Middle East joined BRICS expansion?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. Turkey
C. Israel
D. Qatar
Ans: A
Explanation: Saudi Arabia is part of the expanded BRICS.
19. BRICS expansion increases representation of:
A. Developed economies
B. Emerging economies
C. Island nations
D. Polar regions
Ans: B Explanation: It strengthens emerging economies globally.
20. The expansion of BRICS indicates:
A. Decline of global trade
B. Rise of regional conflicts
C. Changing global power balance
D. End of globalization
Ans: C
Explanation: It reflects shifting global influence.
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