The Geneva Conventions form the core of international humanitarian law, specifically regulating the treatment of non-combatants, wounded personnel, and prisoners of war, distinguishing them from trade or diplomatic treaties.
The alliance mentioned in the context of the May 2026 protests is the Tehreek Tahaffuz Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP). The other options represent different political coalitions that have existed in Pakistan's history. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001835/afridi-aleema-claim-shots-were-fired-at-adiala-sit-in-participants, 20 May 2026]
1723
What is the primary objective of the mission dubbed 'Mission Aagaman'?
Mission Aagaman was designed as a test flight to validate the rocket's propulsion, avionics, telemetry, guidance, navigation, and control systems. The other options describe long-term goals or unrelated space missions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016450/indias-skyroot-launches-vikram-1-in-first-private-orbital-rocket-mission, 18 Jul 2026]
1724
Consider the following statements about the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement:
1. The movement began as an online satire before evolving into large-scale physical protests.
2. The government held formal talks with CJP spokespersons Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka.
3. The monsoon session of the Indian Parliament has remained unaffected by the ongoing protests.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are accurate as the movement started as satire and involved formal negotiations with the named spokespersons. Statement 3 is incorrect because the monsoon session of Parliament was repeatedly disrupted by opposition lawmakers supporting the protesters' demands. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
1725
The primary protest site for the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement in New Delhi is located at:
Jantar Mantar is the designated site in central Delhi where thousands of protesters gathered to demand the minister's resignation. The other locations are historical landmarks not serving as the primary hub for this specific movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
1726
Which of the following is NOT a demand made by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) to the Indian government?
The CJP demands the resignation of the Education Minister, the dropping of police cases, and compensation for families of students who died by suicide. The dissolution of Parliament is not a stated demand of the movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
1727
Consider the following statements about the political transition in Bangladesh:
1. Tarique Rahman was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh in February 2026.
2. The Awami League party remains a legally active and permitted political entity in Bangladesh.
3. The resignation of the president occurred amidst a period of significant political restructuring following the 2024 uprising.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as Tarique Rahman took office in February 2026. Statement 3 is correct as the resignation is part of the post-2024 political shift. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Awami League party has been banned following the uprising. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018063/bangladesh-president-shahabuddin-76-resigns-citing-health-concerns, 24 Jul 2026]
1728
Who is the Education Minister of India whose resignation is being demanded by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) as of July 24, 2026?
Dharmendra Pradhan is the Education Minister currently facing calls for resignation due to examination paper leaks. JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh are federal ministers who represented the government in the talks with the protesters. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
1729
Which fiscal policy measure is typically recommended by international financial institutions to achieve macroeconomic stabilization in developing economies?
Fiscal consolidation, involving the reduction of budget deficits and public debt, is a standard stabilization policy aimed at restoring investor confidence and controlling inflation.
While the student-led uprising occurred in 2024, Shahabuddin did not resign immediately; he remained in office until July 2026. The other statements are factually accurate regarding his political background and the controversies surrounding his tenure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018063/bangladesh-president-shahabuddin-76-resigns-citing-health-concerns, 24 Jul 2026]
