NEET is the sole gateway for undergraduate medical school entrance in India. Other exams mentioned, such as those for police or teachers, are separate recruitment processes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017491/exam-paper-leak-protests-and-gandhi-siblings-arrest-indias-cockroach-youth-movement-explained, 22 Jul 2026]
1242
Consider the following statements regarding the legal and political discourse surrounding the ICC warrant in New York:
1. The Mayor of New York City asserted that his office possesses the independent legal authority to execute the ICC warrant.
2. The US federal government holds the authority to execute international arrest warrants within the country.
3. The ICC warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu was initially announced in 2024.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is false because the Mayor explicitly stated he does NOT have the authority. Statements 2 and 3 are factually correct based on the provided information. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017473/he-is-a-war-criminal-mamdani-says-ny-cannot-arrest-netanyahu-on-icc-warrant-urges-us-federal-officials-to-step-in, 22 Jul 2026]
1243
Consider the following statements about the protests in New Delhi on July 21, 2026:
1. The protests were organized to demand reforms in the national education system.
2. The government engaged in a parliamentary debate regarding the NEET irregularities prior to the protests.
3. Thousands of protesters gathered at the Jantar Mantar site to show support for the CJP movement.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 3 are correct as the protests focused on education reforms and utilized the Jantar Mantar site. Statement 2 is incorrect because opposition leaders specifically criticized the government for refusing to hold a debate on the issue in parliament. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/indian-opposition-leader-rahul-gandhi-arrested-outside-pm-modis-delhi-residence-amid-mass-protest, 21 Jul 2026]
1244
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement is primarily demanding the resignation of which Indian government official?
The CJP movement has organized mass protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. These demands stem from alleged irregularities in the NEET examination process. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/indian-opposition-leader-rahul-gandhi-arrested-outside-pm-modis-delhi-residence-amid-mass-protest, 21 Jul 2026]
1245
All of the following are true regarding the allegations involving Nikhil Gupta EXCEPT:
Nikhil Gupta was the subject of US Department of Justice charges, not a sponsor of the legislation. The other three statements accurately reflect the legal proceedings initiated against him in 2024. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017401/india-scrutiny-fuels-us-push-to-criminalise-foreign-repression, 22 Jul 2026]
1246
Which political party is led by Akhilesh Yadav, who was also detained during the protests on July 21, 2026?
Akhilesh Yadav is the chief of the Samajwadi Party. He was among the opposition leaders detained by Delhi Police while participating in the protest outside the Prime Minister's residence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/indian-opposition-leader-rahul-gandhi-arrested-outside-pm-modis-delhi-residence-amid-mass-protest, 21 Jul 2026]
1247
Which of the following statements regarding the recent fuel price adjustment is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and planned to protest against it, making statement C incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the price changes and the effective date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017065/govt-decreases-petrol-price-by-rs035-increases-diesel-by-rs571-per-litre, 20 Jul 2026]
1248
Consider the following statements about the joint statement issued on April 23, 2026:
1. The ministers condemned the raising of the Israeli flag within the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque.
2. The statement cited the 2024 advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice regarding illegal settlements.
3. The ministers declared that the Al-Aqsa compound is a place of worship exclusively for Muslims.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the joint statement. The ministers condemned the flag-raising, referenced the 2024 ICJ advisory opinion, and reiterated the exclusive status of the site for Muslim worship. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994444/pakistan-7-other-muslim-nations-reject-attempts-to-alter-historic-legal-status-quo-in-jerusalem-at-its-holy-sites, 23 Apr 2026]
1249
Which of the following statements regarding the second day of the first Test is INCORRECT?
Mohammad Rizwan is the wicket-keeper and did not score a century in the morning session; he was involved in taking a catch behind the stumps. The other three statements accurately reflect the events of the second day's morning session. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018615/pakistan-seize-control-but-hope-joseph-fight-on-as-west-indies-reach-303-7-at-lunch, 27 Jul 2026]
1250
On what date did the Foreign Office of Pakistan issue a statement rejecting the latest Indian propaganda regarding the Pahalgam incident?
The statement was published on April 23, 2026, addressing the one-year anniversary of the incident. The other dates represent either the original attack anniversary or dates associated with the 2025 conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994381/pakistan-rejects-indian-propaganda-on-pahalgam-attack-deplores-weaponisation-of-false-narrative, 23 Apr 2026]
