The government explicitly stated that the protests are NOT peaceful and that the participants are considered perpetrators of militancy. Options A, C, and D are accurate reflections of the government's official position. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
442
According to the State Minister for Interior, how many of the JAAC's demands were accepted by the government prior to the escalation of unrest?
The State Minister for Interior stated that 37 out of 38 demands presented by the JAAC had been accepted by the government, indicating that the subsequent violence was not driven by a lack of negotiation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
443
Consider the following statements about the Supreme Court's intervention in the 2026 protests:
1. The court ordered that protesters' personal data should not be made public.
2. The Solicitor General claimed that approximately 250 police officers were injured during the demonstrations.
3. The protests continued even after the resignation of the Education Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the court proceedings. Statement 3 is incorrect because the protests ended on the Saturday following the minister's resignation and the government's agreement to protesters' demands. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
444
Which constitutional mechanism allows the legislative branch to compel testimony or the production of documents during oversight proceedings?
The power to issue subpoenas is a critical legislative mechanism that enables Congress to perform its oversight function by compelling the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence.
The protests were sparked by the leak of question papers for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), a medical college entrance exam. The other options are common Indian competitive exams but were not the specific cause of these protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
446
Which specific type of imported firearm was reported as recovered from the violent elements during the AJK unrest?
The State Minister for Interior confirmed the recovery of M-4 rifles, along with Kalashnikovs and sniper equipment, from the protesters, highlighting the militant nature of the group. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
447
Which political group spearheaded the movement demanding the resignation of the Education Minister?
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was identified as the group that spearheaded the movement. The other parties are established political entities in India but were not the primary organizers of this specific protest movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
448
Which of the following is NOT a directive issued by the Supreme Court regarding the youth protesters?
The court ordered an independent investigation into police conduct but did not order the immediate arrest of officers. The other three options are accurate descriptions of the court's interim directives. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
449
Which political figure responded to the PPP's allegations regarding the Mirpur election results by urging them to accept defeat?
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz responded to the PPP's claims of rigging in Mirpur by urging the party to accept the electoral outcome. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018993/govt-protesters-must-agree-to-formation-of-a-truth-commission-to-resolve-unrest-in-ajk-demands-bilawal, 28 Jul 2026]
450
Who is the Chief Justice of India presiding over the directives regarding the youth protests on July 28, 2026?
Chief Justice Surya Kant issued the interim directives to protect protesters and ensure an independent investigation into police conduct. Dharmendra Pradhan is the former Education Minister, and Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
