The Doctrine of Necessity was historically invoked by the judiciary to provide legal cover for the extra-constitutional dissolution of the Constituent Assembly and subsequent executive actions, prioritizing state stability over strict constitutional adherence.
Article 203-D of the Constitution of Pakistan empowers the Federal Shariat Court to examine and decide whether any law or provision of law is repugnant to the injunctions of Islam as laid down in the Holy Quran and Sunnah.
The Public Accounts Committee is the principal parliamentary mechanism tasked with the examination of audit reports and the oversight of public expenditure to ensure fiscal discipline and accountability.
The JI campaign explicitly demands the cancellation of expensive contracts with independent power producers (IPPs) to reduce the burden on consumers. The other options represent policies that are either unrelated or contrary to the party's stated goals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1185
The government's petroleum and carbon levy was announced in June 2025 as part of a commitment to which international organization?
The petroleum and carbon levy was implemented under an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The World Bank and ADB are common distractors in fiscal policy contexts but were not the primary parties to this specific levy agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1186
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or demand of the Jamaat-i-Islami protest campaign?
The campaign focuses on petroleum levies, IPP contracts, and government austerity; privatization of the national airline is not a stated demand of this specific movement. The other three options are core components of the JI's anti-inflationary platform. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1187
Who is the current emir of Jamaat-i-Islami Pakistan who announced the nationwide highway blockade in 2026?
Hafiz Naeemur Rehman is the current emir of Jamaat-i-Islami who addressed the press conference at Mansoorah regarding the protest campaign. Sirajul Haq is a former emir, making him an incorrect choice. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1188
The Diyat value for FY2026-27 represents an approximate percentage increase over the FY2025-26 value?
The government announced a 97 percent increase in the Diyat value for the current fiscal year compared to the previous year. This sharp rise is attributed to the appreciation of silver prices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019000/govt-almost-doubles-blood-money-payment-to-heirs-of-victim-on-account-of-rising-silver-prices, 28 Jul 2026]
1189
Which of the following statements regarding the fuel pricing policy in July 2026 is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened to protest, making statement B incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's policy and the context of the price changes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
1190
Which of the following statements regarding the recent fuel price adjustments is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened a protest, making statement D incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's notification. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018803/govt-decreases-petrol-price-by-re1-increases-hsd-price-by-rs337, 27 Jul 2026]