Pickaxe Mountain is the subterranean nuclear site near Natanz that Western intelligence suspects is being used for undeclared enrichment activities. It was explicitly named by the US President as a potential target for future military action. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017476/us-continues-strikes-on-iran-for-11th-consecutive-night-triggering-air-defences-in-tehran, 22 Jul 2026]
72
The Foreign Office of Pakistan issued a formal statement regarding the sentencing of Kashmiri leaders on which date in 2026?
The Foreign Office issued its condemnation on March 25, 2026, the same day the sentencing news was reported. The other dates are incorrect as they do not align with the event timeline. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
73
Consider the following statements about the recent escalation in the Persian Gulf:
1. The new Iranian leadership has declared the Resistance Front an inseparable part of the Islamic Revolution's values.
2. The United States President claimed that the war had already been won prior to the latest tanker attacks.
3. The Revolutionary Guards denied any involvement in the attack on the Thai bulk carrier.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the leader praised the Resistance Front. Statement 2 is correct as it reflects the US President's stance. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Revolutionary Guards explicitly claimed responsibility for the attack on the Thai bulk carrier. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981360/in-first-remarks-irans-new-supreme-leader-vows-to-avenge-martyrs-keep-strait-of-hormuz-closed, 12 Mar 2026]
74
Which of the following statements regarding the FO statement on the 2026 sentencing is INCORRECT?
The Foreign Office statement condemned the sentencing and questioned the judicial process, meaning it did not endorse the UAPA. Options A, B, and D are accurate reflections of the FO's official stance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
75
Who among the following associates of Asiya Andrabi was also sentenced by the Delhi court in March 2026?
Fehmeeda Sofi and Nahida Nasreen were the two associates sentenced alongside Asiya Andrabi. The other individuals listed are prominent Kashmiri figures but were not the subjects of this specific court verdict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
76
Consider the following statements about the oil market developments on March 10, 2026:
1. US President Donald Trump suggested that the war in the Middle East could conclude in the near future.
2. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps threatened to block oil exports from the region if attacks continued.
3. The Kremlin reported that Vladimir Putin shared proposals aimed at a quick settlement to the war.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the report: Trump predicted a short-lived war, the IRGC issued threats regarding oil exports, and the Kremlin confirmed Putin's diplomatic proposals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980481/oil-sinks-7pc-as-trump-predicts-middle-east-de-escalation, 10 Mar 2026]
77
Consider the following statements about the regional conflict as of March 10, 2026:
1. Iranian strikes targeted energy installations in the Gulf region.
2. The US President characterized the appointment of the new supreme leader as a positive development for regional peace.
3. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran's actions are defensive in nature.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as Iran launched strikes on energy installations. Statement 3 is correct as the Foreign Minister described actions as defensive. Statement 2 is incorrect because President Trump called the appointment a 'big mistake'. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980416/oil-prices-go-haywire-as-iran-welcomes-new-supreme-leader, 10 Mar 2026]
78
The mediation efforts led by Pakistan in April 2026 are primarily aimed at de-escalating tensions between which two countries?
The diplomatic efforts are focused on de-escalation between Iran and the United States, following direct talks held in Islamabad. The other options represent different geopolitical conflicts not addressed by this specific mediation mission. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991972/cdf-munir-visits-iran-alongside-delegation-as-part-of-mediation-efforts-holds-meeting-with-fm-araghchi, 15 Apr 2026]
79
Who is the current Foreign Minister of Iran who met with the Pakistani delegation in Tehran on April 15, 2026?
Abbas Araghchi is the Iranian Foreign Minister who welcomed Field Marshal Asim Munir in Tehran. Esmaeil Baqaei is the foreign ministry spokesman, not the Foreign Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991972/cdf-munir-visits-iran-alongside-delegation-as-part-of-mediation-efforts-holds-meeting-with-fm-araghchi, 15 Apr 2026]
80
Which of the following is NOT a legal ground cited by the court for finding that Senator Hanson's comments breached anti-discrimination laws?
The court found the comments breached laws because they were likely to offend, insult, humiliate, and intimidate. Increasing government spending is a political platform of Hanson's party, not a legal criterion for racial vilification. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018722/australian-politician-fails-to-overturn-racial-vilification-ruling-over-telling-muslim-senator-to-go-back-to-pakistan, 27 Jul 2026]
