Launched in August 2021, 'Roshan Apna Ghar' was a sub-scheme of the RDA. It provided Overseas Pakistanis with simplified access to housing finance from Pakistani banks, allowing them to buy or renovate property in Pakistan with competitive rates and government-backed security.
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Which international boundary was 'completely fenced' during the PTI government to stop smuggling and terrorism?
By early 2022, Pakistan had completed nearly 94% of the fencing along the 2,600 km border with Afghanistan. The PTI government prioritized the funding and logistical support for this project, which was executed by the Pakistan Army, to regulate movement and enhance national security.
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The 'Kamyab Pakistan Program' (KPP) launched in late 2021 was unique because it provided:
KPP was a massive 1.4-trillion-rupee program designed to be the largest of its kind. It integrated several existing schemes to provide 'bottom-up' economic growth, offering interest-free micro-loans for small businesses (Kamyab Karobar), farmers (Kamyab Kissan), and low-cost housing (Kamyab Ghar).
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On what date was Imran Khan officially removed from office through a Vote of No-Confidence?
In the early hours of April 10, 2022, the National Assembly passed the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan with 174 votes (out of 342). He became the first Prime Minister in Pakistan's history to be removed from office through a constitutional Vote of No-Confidence.
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Who was the 'Speaker of the National Assembly' who resigned just before the no-confidence vote on April 9, 2022?
Asad Qaiser, a senior PTI leader, resigned from his position as Speaker late on the night of April 9, 2022, stating he could not oversee a vote that he believed was part of a foreign conspiracy. The session was then chaired by Ayaz Sadiq of the PML-N to conduct the voting process.
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On which date did the Supreme Court of Pakistan restore the National Assembly after it was dissolved by the President on the PM's advice?
After the Deputy Speaker dismissed the no-confidence motion on April 3, the President dissolved the assembly. However, the Supreme Court took suo motu notice and, in a landmark verdict on April 7, declared the Deputy Speaker's ruling and the subsequent dissolution 'unconstitutional,' ordering the assembly to reconvene for the no-confidence vote.
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What was the 'Letter-gate' or 'Cipher' controversy that Imran Khan raised in March 2022?
On March 27, 2022, during a public rally, Imran Khan brandished a paper, claiming it was a 'cipher' (secret diplomatic telegram) from Pakistan's ambassador in Washington. He alleged it contained a threat from US official Donald Lu, stating that 'all will be forgiven' if Khan was removed from power, fueling the narrative of a foreign-backed regime change.
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The 'PECA' (Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act) Amendment Ordinance, 2022, was criticized for being:
In February 2022, the PTI government issued an ordinance to amend PECA 2016, making 'defamation' of state institutions a non-bailable offense and increasing prison terms. The move was met with fierce resistance from journalist bodies and the opposition, and was eventually struck down by the Islamabad High Court as unconstitutional.
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Which project aimed to create the 'world's largest' man-made forest in the riverine areas of Punjab?
As part of the RRUDP and the 10 Billion Tree Tsunami, the government initiated the planting of massive urban forests using the Miyawaki technique. The plan included the creation of a vast 'Riverine Forest' along the Ravi to improve the air quality of Lahore and restore the local ecosystem.
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The 'Naya Pakistan Certificate' offered attractive interest rates for investments in which currencies?
Naya Pakistan Certificates (NPCs) were high-yield investment instruments available to Roshan Digital Account holders. They were offered in both local and major foreign currencies, helping the government stabilize foreign exchange reserves while providing Overseas Pakistanis with a secure and profitable way to invest in their homeland.
