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121
Who is the current Finance Minister of Pakistan responsible for presenting the federal budget for FY2026-27?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Muhammad Aurangzeb is the incumbent Finance Minister tasked with presenting the federal budget. Ishaq Dar and Shaukat Tarin are former finance ministers and serve as incorrect distractors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006648/finance-minister-aurangzeb-to-present-budget-for-fy2026-27-on-june-12, 10 Jun 2026]
122
Consider the following statements about the FIA's 2026 briefing on migration:
1. Pakistan is the third largest student visa-receiving country for the United Kingdom.
2. The FIA reported that 10,000 Pakistani students in the UK misuse visas through asylum claims.
3. The Prime Minister's Office issued eight directives to curb human smuggling.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
All three statements are factually accurate based on the briefing provided by the FIA Director General. The briefing confirmed Pakistan's status as a major source of UK student visas, the specific number of visa misuses, and the issuance of eight directives by the PMO. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006395/fia-disciplines-over-100-officials-over-human-smuggling-links-since-greece-boat-tragedy, 09 Jun 2026]
123
Consider the following statements about the economic indicators of Pakistan in FY2026:
1. The GDP growth rate of 3.7pc is the highest recorded in the past four years.
2. The electricity, gas, and water supply industry experienced contraction during the fiscal year.
3. Large-scale manufacturing (LSM) recorded a decline of 6.1pc during the period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct as 3.7 percent is the highest growth in four years. Statement 2 is correct because the electricity, gas, and water supply industry contracted due to subsidy declines. Statement 3 is incorrect because LSM actually saw a rebound of 6.1 percent, not a decline. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006877/economy-grows-37pc-in-fy26-fastest-in-four-years-but-short-of-target, 11 Jun 2026]
124
Consider the following statements about the Gilgit-Baltistan Legislative Assembly elections:
1. The assembly consists of 24 directly elected seats.
2. There are six seats reserved for women and three seats reserved for technocrats.
3. The PTI demanded that they be allocated one seat from each of the reserved categories.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
All three statements are factually accurate based on the report. The assembly has 24 general seats, the specified reserved quotas exist, and the PTI leadership formally requested one seat from each reserved category. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006146/action-replay-of-2024-elections-pti-ttap-reject-gb-election-results-level-rigging-allegations, 08 Jun 2026]
125
Which of the following statements regarding the FIA's 2026 anti-smuggling measures is INCORRECT?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The report states that illegal migration towards Europe actually declined by 26 percent in 2025, with a 64 percent drop recorded in January–February 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. Therefore, the statement claiming an increase is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006395/fia-disciplines-over-100-officials-over-human-smuggling-links-since-greece-boat-tragedy, 09 Jun 2026]
126
The 'Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme' is designed to bring which segment of the economy into the tax net?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme specifically targets small traders and shopkeepers with an annual turnover of up to Rs200 million. The other options represent sectors already largely integrated into formal tax structures. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006648/finance-minister-aurangzeb-to-present-budget-for-fy2026-27-on-june-12, 10 Jun 2026]
127
The National Assembly session summoned by President Zardari on June 10, 2026, was identified as which session of the 16th National Assembly?
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
The official notification issued by the presidency confirmed that the session convened on June 10, 2026, was the 28th session of the 16th National Assembly. The other options are incorrect as they do not align with the official parliamentary record for that date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]
128
Which of the following is NOT a recommendation made by the Supreme Court in its 2026 judgment regarding acid attack survivors?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The court focused on rehabilitation, medical coverage, and pre-emptive regulation rather than mandating capital punishment. The other three options are explicit recommendations found within the court's judgment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006139/acid-attack-more-heinous-than-homicide-tool-of-patriarchal-violence-sc, 08 Jun 2026]
129
In the context of the 2026-27 budget preparations, which body is responsible for coordinating economic policies between the federal and provincial governments?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The National Economic Council (NEC) is the constitutional body responsible for reviewing the overall economic condition of the country and coordinating economic policies between the federal and provincial governments. While the NFC Award deals with revenue distribution, the NEC is the primary body for development budget oversight. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]
130
What is the name of the counter-terrorism vision under which the current security operations in Pakistan are being conducted?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The ISPR explicitly identified 'Azm-i-Istehkam' as the vision approved by the Federal Apex Committee for the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign. Zarb-e-Azb and Radd-ul-Fasaad are previous military operations and serve as distractors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006398/soldier-martyred-14-terrorists-killed-during-security-operation-in-balochistans-basima-ispr, 09 Jun 2026]
