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1171
Which security doctrine explicitly identified the Persian Gulf as a region of vital national interest, asserting that the United States would employ military force to counter external threats to the area?
The Carter Doctrine, articulated in 1980, defined the Persian Gulf as a critical zone for global energy security, thereby formalizing a specific regional security commitment.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, essential for global energy security and international maritime trade.
The government explicitly linked the price hike to the impact of fluctuating global oil prices caused by renewed regional hostilities in the Persian Gulf. Other options, while relevant to general economic conditions, were not the primary driver for this specific adjustment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017573/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs639-diesel-by-rs783-per-litre, 22 Jul 2026]
1174
Consider the following statements about the US-Iran MoU signed in June 2026:
1. The US has already begun lifting its naval blockade as part of the agreement.
2. Vice President JD Vance expressed full confidence that the deal would be universally welcomed by the Israeli government.
3. The agreement includes a 60-day timeline for finalizing technical details.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as Vance confirmed the US has allowed ships to pass through the blockade. Statement 3 is correct regarding the 60-day timeline. Statement 2 is incorrect because Vance explicitly rebuked Israeli critics of the deal, indicating it was not universally welcomed. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008928/wake-up-us-vp-vance-rebukes-israeli-critics-of-iran-deal, 18 Jun 2026]
1175
Consider the following statements about the political situation in AJK as of June 17, 2026:
1. The PML-N leadership expressed concern over the loss of lives during recent clashes.
2. AJK elections are scheduled to take place at the end of the following month.
3. The government of Pakistan has consistently supported the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are accurate: the leadership expressed sorrow over casualties, elections are slated for the end of July 2026, and the official stance of Pakistan remains supportive of the right to self-determination. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
1176
Nawaz Sharif returned to Pakistan on June 16, 2026, after spending three weeks in which two countries?
Nawaz Sharif returned to Lahore after a three-week visit to Switzerland and Saudi Arabia. The other options represent common travel destinations for Pakistani officials but are not the locations mentioned in this context. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
1177
Which of the following regional organizations primarily focuses on the security and economic integration of the Persian Gulf states?
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a regional intergovernmental political and economic union consisting of all Arab states of the Persian Gulf, except Iraq, focused on regional security and economic policy coordination.
Public protests in AJK have been linked to several grievances, including inflation, electricity tariffs, and the specific issue of the 12 reserved refugee seats in the legislative assembly. Option D is incorrect because A is a factually cited cause. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
1179
Which of the following is NOT a component or condition mentioned in the US-Iran MoU as of June 18, 2026?
The agreement does not include a firm mechanism for the immediate destruction of Iran's nuclear program, which remains a point of contention. The other options are explicitly cited as parts of the deal or the negotiation framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008928/wake-up-us-vp-vance-rebukes-israeli-critics-of-iran-deal, 18 Jun 2026]
1180
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or appeal made by the PML-N leadership regarding the situation in AJK?
The leadership urged for dialogue and the cessation of protests to restore peace and advance the electoral process. There was no call for the immediate dissolution of the AJK Legislative Assembly; rather, the focus was on maintaining the constitutional framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
