The PPP Chairman explicitly stated that neither the government nor the protesters had responded to his proposal for a truth and reconciliation commission. Therefore, the claim that it was accepted is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016221/bilawal-kicks-off-ajk-election-campaign-pledges-to-be-voice-of-people-in-centre, 17 Jul 2026]
1792
What specific mechanism did Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari propose to resolve the ongoing issues between the AJK government and protesters?
The PPP Chairman proposed the formation of a truth and reconciliation commission to address the grievances of both the government and the protesters. This was intended to provide a peaceful alternative to the ongoing disruptions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016221/bilawal-kicks-off-ajk-election-campaign-pledges-to-be-voice-of-people-in-centre, 17 Jul 2026]
1793
Consider the following statements about the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan elections:
1. The PPP has fielded more candidates than the PML-N.
2. Only eight women are contesting the elections across all constituencies.
3. The Istehkam-i-Pakistan Party (IPP) has fielded more candidates than the PTI.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The PPP has 23 candidates compared to 22 for the PML-N. There are exactly eight women contesting the elections. The IPP has 15 candidates, which is more than the 10 candidates fielded by the PTI. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005690/gilgit-baltistan-votes-in-legislative-assembly-elections-on-sunday-24-constituencies-up-for-grabs, 06 Jun 2026]
1794
Consider the following statements about the legal proceedings concerning Margalla Hills National Park:
1. The Supreme Court's 2024 judgment declared the operator of Monal restaurant to be a trespasser.
2. The FCC ruling on July 13, 2026, maintained that administrative matters should be decided by relevant regulatory bodies.
3. The Supreme Court's 2024 judgment was based on the premise that the restaurants were beneficial for the park's biodiversity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 3 is incorrect because the Supreme Court's 2024 judgment argued the exact opposite: that the restaurants were damaging the park's biodiversity and environment. Statements 1 and 2 are accurate reflections of the legal history and the recent FCC findings. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015144/fcc-sets-aside-sc-judgment-that-allowed-demolition-of-restaurants-in-margalla-hills-national-park, 13 Jul 2026]
1795
Which of the following international governance institutions is primarily mandated to oversee the global financial system and ensure exchange rate stability?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is the central institution of the international monetary system, tasked with monitoring global economic developments and providing financial assistance to member states.
Joseph Kent explicitly stated that Iran posed NO imminent threat to the United States, making option B the incorrect statement. The other options accurately reflect his stated reasons and professional background. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1983065/iran-posed-no-imminent-threat-to-our-nation-senior-us-counter-terrorism-official-resigns-to-protest-mideast-war, 17 Mar 2026]
1797
The 18th Constitutional Amendment in Pakistan significantly altered the federal structure by:
The 18th Amendment, enacted in 2010, abolished the Concurrent Legislative List, thereby transferring legislative and administrative authority over various subjects, including health and education, to the provincial governments.
A vote of no confidence is a parliamentary mechanism used to demonstrate that the executive government no longer enjoys the support of the majority of the legislature, thereby necessitating its resignation.
Joseph Kent resigned from his position as the Director of the National Counterterrorism Centre to protest the US-Israeli war against Iran. Tulsi Gabbard is the Director of National Intelligence, not the NCTC Director. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1983065/iran-posed-no-imminent-threat-to-our-nation-senior-us-counter-terrorism-official-resigns-to-protest-mideast-war, 17 Mar 2026]
1800
Joseph Kent served in which of the following military units prior to his appointment as a senior counter-terrorism official?
Joseph Kent is a former member of the Green Beret special forces and served multiple combat tours. The other units listed are distinct branches of the US special operations community. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1983065/iran-posed-no-imminent-threat-to-our-nation-senior-us-counter-terrorism-official-resigns-to-protest-mideast-war, 17 Mar 2026]
