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]
1832
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]
1833
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]
1834
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]
1835
Which of the following units within the NC3 provides real-time oversight of traveller movements and biometric verification?
The Integrated Border Management System (IBMS) is specifically designed to provide real-time oversight of traveller movements and biometric screening at ports of entry. The other units listed perform different functions such as intelligence analysis or international coordination. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017177/fia-sets-up-cryptocurrency-investigation-unit, 21 Jul 2026]
1836
Consider the following statements about the political situation in India as of July 2026:
1. The protests in New Delhi represent the largest street rally in the capital in approximately five years.
2. The Cockroach Janta Party movement gained significant momentum through social media platforms.
3. The government immediately accepted the demands of the protesters following the meeting with JP Nadda.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the reports of the protest scale and the CJP's social media growth. Statement 3 is incorrect because the government had not yet responded to the protesters' demands despite the meeting with the minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/indian-opposition-leader-gandhi-arrested-outside-pm-modis-delhi-residence-amid-mass-protest, 21 Jul 2026]
1837
The 'Cockroach Janta Party' movement gained significant traction on which social media platform?
The movement amassed millions of followers on Instagram within days of its creation in mid-May 2026. It utilized this platform to channel youth frustration regarding unemployment and exam irregularities. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017491/exam-paper-leak-protests-and-gandhi-siblings-arrest-indias-cockroach-youth-movement-explained, 22 Jul 2026]
1838
Which of the following is NOT a demand made by the protesters of the 'Cockroach' movement?
The protesters demand the resignation of the Education Minister, the release of Sonam Wangchuk, and financial compensation for affected families. Dissolution of Parliament is not a stated demand of this movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017491/exam-paper-leak-protests-and-gandhi-siblings-arrest-indias-cockroach-youth-movement-explained, 22 Jul 2026]
1839
Which of the following statements regarding the protests in New Delhi on July 21, 2026, is INCORRECT?
The Delhi Police explicitly stated that 118 police personnel were injured during the clashes with protesters. Therefore, the claim that no security personnel were injured is factually incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/indian-opposition-leader-rahul-gandhi-arrested-outside-pm-modis-delhi-residence-amid-mass-protest, 21 Jul 2026]
1840
On July 21, 2026, which Indian opposition leader was detained by police while protesting outside the Prime Minister's residence in New Delhi?
Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the lower house, was detained alongside other political figures during the protest. While other opposition leaders are active in Indian politics, he was the specific individual identified as being detained at the Prime Minister's residence on this date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/indian-opposition-leader-gandhi-arrested-outside-pm-modis-delhi-residence-amid-mass-protest, 21 Jul 2026]
