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141
The funeral processions for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei included ceremonies in which of the following Iraqi cities?
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
The funeral ceremonies were held in several locations, including the Iraqi shrine cities of Najaf and Karbala, before the final burial in Mashhad. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014150/funeral-prayers-offered-for-supreme-leader-ali-khamenei-in-irans-mashhad, 09 Jul 2026]
142
Consider the following statements about the Provincial Apex Committee meeting held on July 9, 2026:
1. The meeting was chaired by the Prime Minister to discuss the National Action Plan.
2. The leadership identified the eastern neighbour as being involved in supporting terrorist activities.
3. The committee decided to reduce the presence of security forces in Balochistan to de-escalate tensions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the Prime Minister chaired the meeting and explicitly accused the eastern neighbour of involvement. Statement 3 is incorrect because the leadership resolved to continue the war against terrorism until the last terrorist is eliminated, rather than reducing security presence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
143
Which family member of the late Supreme Leader was reported to have been injured in the same strike that killed him?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Mojtaba Khamenei is the son and successor of the late leader, and reports indicated he was injured in the February 28 strike. Zahra Haddad Adel was killed in the same strike. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014150/funeral-prayers-offered-for-supreme-leader-ali-khamenei-in-irans-mashhad, 09 Jul 2026]
144
Who accompanied Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his visit to Quetta on July 9, 2026?
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar was among the officials who accompanied the Prime Minister to Quetta. Other attendees included the Minister of Economic Affairs and the Adviser on Political Affairs. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
145
Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as being present at the Provincial Apex Committee meeting in Quetta on July 9, 2026?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The meeting was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, the Chief Minister of Balochistan (Sarfraz Bugti), and the Governor of Balochistan (Jaffar Khan Mandokhail). Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was not reported as an attendee. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
146
Which naval vessel was specifically mentioned as being diverted for the rescue operation on July 9, 2026?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
PNS Hunain was one of the primary assets diverted to the site of the distressed vessel. Other assets included aerial units coordinated through the Joint Maritime Information Coordination Centre. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014176/20-crew-members-rescued-from-sinking-cargo-dhow-east-of-ormara-ispr, 09 Jul 2026]
147
Which of the following statements regarding the rescue operation on July 9, 2026, is INCORRECT?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The distressed vessel was a cargo dhow, not a passenger ferry. The other statements accurately reflect the details of the rescue operation as reported by the ISPR. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014176/20-crew-members-rescued-from-sinking-cargo-dhow-east-of-ormara-ispr, 09 Jul 2026]
148
Which term does the current government use to refer to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and its affiliates?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The government officially designates the TTP and its affiliates as 'Fitna al Khawarij' (FAK). This term is used in official communications to describe the group's ideological and operational nature. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
149
The distress call for the sinking cargo dhow was received at which institutional facility?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The Joint Maritime Information Coordination Centre serves as the central hub for receiving and processing maritime distress signals in Pakistan. It facilitates the rapid deployment of naval and PMSA assets. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014176/20-crew-members-rescued-from-sinking-cargo-dhow-east-of-ormara-ispr, 09 Jul 2026]
150
Consider the following statements about the maritime rescue operations conducted by Pakistan in 2026:
1. The Pakistan Navy and PMSA rescued 20 crew members from a cargo dhow in July 2026.
2. In April 2026, the Navy rescued 18 crew members from a merchant vessel in the Arabian Sea.
3. All rescue operations in 2026 involved only foreign nationals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the reported events of 2026. Statement 3 is incorrect because the 20 crew members rescued in July 2026 were all Pakistani nationals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014176/20-crew-members-rescued-from-sinking-cargo-dhow-east-of-ormara-ispr, 09 Jul 2026]
