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151
Which of the following sections of the Pakistan Penal Code was NOT cited in the FIR against Rehan Tariq?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The FIR included sections 153-A (promoting enmity), 295-A (outraging religious feelings), and 298 (wounding religious feelings). Section 302 pertains to murder and was not part of the charges. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015936/court-dismisses-post-arrest-bail-petition-of-podcast-host-rehan-tariq-in-blasphemy-case, 16 Jul 2026]
152
Who presided over the three-judge Supreme Court bench that heard the jurisdictional dispute regarding NAB bail applications on July 16, 2026?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar headed the three-judge bench, which also included Justice Musarrat Hilali and Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan. The other two judges were members of the bench, not the presiding head. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015925/2sc-32a-bail-fcc, 16 Jul 2026]
153
Which section of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) specifically governs the grant of bail to under-trial prisoners?
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
Section 497 of the CrPC deals with the grant of bail, whereas Section 426 relates to the suspension of a sentence pending an appeal. The distinction is central to the current jurisdictional debate. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015925/2sc-32a-bail-fcc, 16 Jul 2026]
154
Who serves as the chairman of the National Coordination and Management Council (NCMC) responsible for energy supply oversight?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Ahad Khan Cheema is the designated chairman of the NCMC, while Lt Gen Zafar Iqbal serves as the co-chairman of the executive committee. Ali Pervez Malik is the Petroleum Minister who attended the meeting but does not chair the council. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015959/oil-industry-prompts-government-to-discourage-hoarding-as-petrol-stocks-decline-to-14-day-cover, 16 Jul 2026]
155
Which agency is responsible for the investigation and arrest of Rehan Tariq in the blasphemy case?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) registered the FIR and conducted the arrest of the YouTuber. While the FIA often handles cybercrime, the specific agency mentioned in the proceedings is the NCCIA. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015936/court-dismisses-post-arrest-bail-petition-of-podcast-host-rehan-tariq-in-blasphemy-case, 16 Jul 2026]
156
Which of the following statements regarding the jurisdictional dispute heard on July 16, 2026, is INCORRECT?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The Supreme Court had only reserved its ruling on the matter as of July 16, 2026, and had not yet issued a final verdict. The other statements accurately reflect the proceedings of the hearing. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015925/2sc-32a-bail-fcc, 16 Jul 2026]
157
The Saindak copper and gold mine is operated by which of the following entities?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The mine is operated by the Metallurgical Corporation of China's Resources Development Company (MRDL). Saindak Metals Limited is the state-owned partner, but MRDL is the primary operator. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015683/authorities-increasing-security-around-saindak-copper-and-gold-mine-in-balochistan-minister, 15 Jul 2026]
158
What is the approximate amount of pending price differential claims that oil marketing companies have cited as a financial challenge?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Smaller oil marketing companies have cited more than Rs 66 billion in pending price differential claims against the government as a reason for their reluctance to expand fuel supplies. This financial burden limits their operational liquidity. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015959/oil-industry-prompts-government-to-discourage-hoarding-as-petrol-stocks-decline-to-14-day-cover, 16 Jul 2026]
159
Which of the following statements regarding the security situation at the Saindak mine is INCORRECT?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The managing director of Saindak Metals Limited explicitly refuted the report that operations would be forced to shut down, labeling it factually incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's and operator's positions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015683/authorities-increasing-security-around-saindak-copper-and-gold-mine-in-balochistan-minister, 15 Jul 2026]
160
The European Union report identifies all of the following as areas of concern regarding Pakistan's GSP+ compliance EXCEPT:
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The report explicitly acknowledges that Pakistan has made progress of a 'legislative and administrative nature.' Therefore, stating that there is a lack of legislative progress is incorrect, as the report highlights several new laws and bills. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015939/eu-notes-issues-in-pakistans-gsp-compliance-urges-islamabad-to-address-shortcomings, 16 Jul 2026]
