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]
1322
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 Shawwal moon sighting is INCORRECT?
The statement that the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is not required to consider witness testimonies is false. The committee is explicitly mandated to make decisions based on credible witness testimonies and verified observations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980975/eidul-fitr-likely-to-fall-on-march-21-suparco, 11 Mar 2026]
1323
What is the official body in Pakistan that holds the sole authority to announce the beginning of Islamic months based on witness testimonies?
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is the legally designated authority for declaring the start of Islamic months. Other agencies like Suparco provide scientific input, but they do not possess the final decision-making power. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980975/eidul-fitr-likely-to-fall-on-march-21-suparco, 11 Mar 2026]
1324
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]
1325
According to the Ministry of Finance, the current account recorded a surplus of how much during the period of July 2025 to May 2026?
The external sector remained stable, with the current account recording a surplus of 255 million dollars during the Jul-May period of the 2026 fiscal year, supported by remittances and IT exports. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011978/govt-expects-easing-inflationary-pressure-in-new-fiscal-year-following-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz, 30 Jun 2026]
1326
The primary surplus achieved by Pakistan during the period of July 2025 to April 2026 was:
Effective expenditure management and revenue mobilization efforts enabled the government to achieve a primary surplus of 3.5 percent of GDP during the Jul-Apr period of the 2026 fiscal year. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011978/govt-expects-easing-inflationary-pressure-in-new-fiscal-year-following-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz, 30 Jun 2026]
1327
Consider the following statements regarding policy developments and national events occurring in August 2026:
1. The Sindh Governor has taken steps toward institutional modernization by inaugurating an AI laboratory at an engineering university.
2. The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a roadmap to restructure and unbundle existing gas utility companies into five distinct entities.
3. The national transport sector has announced a nationwide protest action slated to commence on August 8 due to operational grievances.
All statements are verified: the Governor of Sindh inaugurated an AI laboratory at SSUET; the government formally proposed restructuring gas utilities SNGPL and SSGCL into five entities; and transport associations have confirmed a nationwide strike beginning August 8. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433354/nehal-inaugurates-ai-lab-at-ssuet]
1328
Consider the following statements about the security incident at Gracie Mansion:
1. The protest involved approximately 20 far-right demonstrators and 125 counter-protesters.
2. The New York Police Commissioner stated that the incident was linked to ongoing hostilities in Iran.
3. The suspect, Amir Balat, was observed throwing a device near a line of police officers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the number of participants. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Police Commissioner explicitly stated there was no indication the incident was related to hostilities in Iran. Statement 3 is correct as it describes the actions of the suspect. [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]
1329
Who is the current Mayor of New York whose official residence was the site of the protest on March 8, 2026?
Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York whose residence, Gracie Mansion, was the location of the protest. Eric Adams and Bill de Blasio are former mayors, making them incorrect. [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]
1330
According to the New York Police Commissioner, what items were found inside the ignited devices thrown by the suspect?
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch reported that the devices contained nuts, bolts, and screws along with a hobby fuse. Option A is incorrect as pepper spray was used by a different protester, not inside the devices. [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]
