Upon the removal of statehood in 2019, the region was divided into two federally controlled territories: Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The other options mischaracterize the administrative status of the region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017041/hundreds-protest-in-delhi-demanding-restoration-of-autonomy-for-occupied-kashmir, 20 Jul 2026]
1282
Which political organization is primarily responsible for leading the protest movement demanding examination reforms in India?
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is the movement that launched the campaign for education reform and the resignation of the Education Minister. While the Indian National Congress and Samajwadi Party leaders supported the protests, they are not the founders of the CJP movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/we-wont-stop-indias-cockroach-movement-vows-to-protest-until-education-minister-resigns, 21 Jul 2026]
1283
Which federal agency joined the New York City Police Department to investigate the incident involving ignited devices?
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) confirmed that its Joint Terrorism Task Force was actively investigating the matter alongside local police. The other agencies listed were not involved in this specific counter-terrorism probe. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979791/new-york-police-probe-man-for-throwing-ignited-devices-near-anti-muslim-protest-in-front-of-mayor-mamdanis-house, 08 Mar 2026]
1284
Which economic principle serves as the foundational justification for international trade by suggesting that nations should specialize in producing goods where they possess a lower opportunity cost?
Comparative Advantage is the core economic doctrine explaining why trade is mutually beneficial, even if one nation is more efficient at producing all goods, by focusing on relative efficiency and opportunity costs.
The Marrakesh Agreement, which formalized the transition from the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), established which of the following international bodies?
The Marrakesh Agreement (1994) established the World Trade Organization (WTO) as the successor to the GATT, providing a permanent institutional framework for multilateral trade governance.
Article 129 of the Constitution of Pakistan explicitly mandates that the executive authority of the province shall vest in the Governor and be exercised by him, either directly or through officers subordinate to him, in accordance with the Constitution.
Consider the following statements about the economic indicators of Pakistan in FY2026:
1. The GDP growth rate of 3.7pc is the highest recorded in the past four years.
2. The electricity, gas, and water supply industry experienced contraction during the fiscal year.
3. Large-scale manufacturing (LSM) recorded a decline of 6.1pc during the period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as 3.7 percent is the highest growth in four years. Statement 2 is correct because the electricity, gas, and water supply industry contracted due to subsidy declines. Statement 3 is incorrect because LSM actually saw a rebound of 6.1 percent, not a decline. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006877/economy-grows-37pc-in-fy26-fastest-in-four-years-but-short-of-target, 11 Jun 2026]
1288
Which constitutional article in Pakistan mandates the establishment of a Public Service Commission for the Federation and the Provinces?
Article 242 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan provides the constitutional framework for the establishment and functions of the Public Service Commissions, ensuring the institutional mechanism for merit-based recruitment.
The services sector recorded a growth of 4.09 percent during FY2026. The agriculture and industrial sectors recorded growth rates of 2.89 percent and 3.51 percent, respectively. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006877/economy-grows-37pc-in-fy26-fastest-in-four-years-but-short-of-target, 11 Jun 2026]
1290
Which of the following statements regarding the economic performance in FY2026 is INCORRECT?
The GDP growth rate of 3.7 percent fell short of the 4.2 percent target, making statement D incorrect. The other three statements accurately reflect the fiscal and sectoral data provided in the survey. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006877/economy-grows-37pc-in-fy26-fastest-in-four-years-but-short-of-target, 11 Jun 2026]
