Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the tournament in the ninth minute of the match against South Africa. Raul Jimenez scored the second goal later in the game. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
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Who served as the chief guest during the reception ceremony for the arrival of the first Hangor-class submarine?
Vice Admiral Abdul Munib, the Commander Pakistan Fleet, attended the reception ceremony as the chief guest. The other officials listed hold different roles within the national security hierarchy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007071/first-hangor-class-submarine-arrives-at-karachi-port, 11 Jun 2026]
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Which of the following member states was the most recent addition to the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?
Afghanistan was formally admitted as the eighth member state of SAARC during the 14th summit in 2007, reflecting the organization's expansion of its regional geopolitical framework.
The recent military escalation between the United States and Iran involved an American Apache attack helicopter going down near which strategic location?
The report specifies that the American Apache attack helicopter was downed near the Strait of Hormuz, which served as a flashpoint for the renewed hostilities on the night of June 10, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007576/us-iran-peace-deal-inches-closer-as-pm-shehbaz-says-finalisation-expected-within-a-day, 13 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the US-Iran peace process:
1. The peace deal is expected to be signed through an electronic process.
2. A previous round of talks held in Islamabad in April 2026 failed to produce a signed deal after 21 hours of negotiations.
3. The conflict between the two nations has been entirely limited to cyber warfare.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the Prime Minister mentioned preparations for an electronic signing. Statement 2 is correct regarding the April 2026 talks in Islamabad. Statement 3 is incorrect because the conflict involved physical military strikes, including the downing of an Apache helicopter. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007576/us-iran-peace-deal-inches-closer-as-pm-shehbaz-says-finalisation-expected-within-a-day, 13 Jun 2026]
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Which political leader met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on June 13, 2026, following parliamentary debates?
Mehmood Khan Achakzai, the Opposition Leader, held a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the Saturday preceding the June 14, 2026, report. The other individuals mentioned are active participants in the National Assembly debates but were not the primary interlocutors in this specific meeting. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007773/info-minister-invites-opposition-to-sign-charter-of-economy-defends-proposed-fy27-budget, 14 Jun 2026]
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Which of the following individuals is NOT mentioned in the Lawyers Action Committee resolution as being currently incarcerated?
Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry is mentioned in the context of the 2007 lawyers' movement, not as a currently incarcerated individual. The other three are explicitly listed in the resolution as examples of dissenting voices currently in custody. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016484/lawyers-action-committee-terms-jcp-judge-appointment-process-horse-trading-announces-nationwide-movement, 18 Jul 2026]
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Which mechanism is central to the Food and Agriculture Organization's (FAO) role in global food security governance?
The Committee on World Food Security (CFS) serves as the foremost inclusive international and intergovernmental platform for all stakeholders to work together to ensure food security and nutrition for all.
The Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) is a foundational component of which international governance framework?
The TRIPS Agreement is one of the multilateral agreements on trade in goods and services that constitutes the legal framework of the World Trade Organization established by the Marrakesh Agreement.
The WTO's core mandate is to facilitate the implementation, administration, and operation of trade agreements and to provide a platform for trade negotiations and dispute resolution.
