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]
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What is the primary economic commitment made by the United States under the Islamabad MoU regarding Iran's energy sector?
The agreement explicitly includes a commitment from Washington to immediately waive oil sanctions that were crippling the Iranian economy. This is a central component of the deal aimed at economic stabilization. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008902/landmark-islamabad-mou-to-go-a-long-way-in-rebuilding-iran-pm-shehbaz-tells-pezeshkian, 18 Jun 2026]
333
The seminar titled 'Transboundary Water Resources: A Weaponised Global Common' was jointly organized by Pakistan's embassy in Brussels and which other institution?
The seminar was a collaborative effort between the Pakistani embassy in Brussels and the Centre for European Policy Studies. It served as a platform for discussing the weaponization of water resources. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008889/pakistan-assails-17-indian-projects-on-indus-waterways-calls-them-tools-for-hydro-hegemony, 18 Jun 2026]
334
Which of the following statements regarding the Senate debate on June 17, 2026, is INCORRECT?
Senator Agha Shahzeb Durrani actually alleged that the PTI had posted corrupt officers to the FBR, which the current government subsequently removed. Therefore, the statement that he praised the PTI's handling of the FBR is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008601/ppp-lawmaker-calls-for-separate-south-punjab-province-in-senate, 17 Jun 2026]
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Which of the following is NOT a provision included in the Islamabad MoU signed on June 18, 2026?
The agreement focuses on ending the war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and lifting economic sanctions. There is no provision in the text regarding a total cessation of all Iranian military activities, making the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008902/landmark-islamabad-mou-to-go-a-long-way-in-rebuilding-iran-pm-shehbaz-tells-pezeshkian, 18 Jun 2026]
336
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]
337
Who served as the primary mediator for the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding signed on June 18, 2026?
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acted as the mediator for the agreement between the United States and Iran. The deal was signed in Islamabad, with Pakistan playing a critical role in facilitating the 14-point peace framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008902/landmark-islamabad-mou-to-go-a-long-way-in-rebuilding-iran-pm-shehbaz-tells-pezeshkian, 18 Jun 2026]
338
Consider the following statements about the current status of the Indus Waters Treaty:
1. Pakistan considers unilateral attempts to change the flow of cross-border waterways as an act of war.
2. The treaty has failed to survive any major conflicts between India and Pakistan since its inception.
3. India has recently expressed an intention to ensure that no water flows into Pakistan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as Pakistan has officially termed such actions as an act of war. Statement 2 is incorrect because the treaty has historically survived three major conflicts. Statement 3 is correct as the Indian Water Minister stated an intention to stop water flow. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008889/pakistan-assails-17-indian-projects-on-indus-waterways-calls-them-tools-for-hydro-hegemony, 18 Jun 2026]
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The Carter Doctrine represents a significant shift in international security policy by:
The Carter Doctrine (1980) explicitly defined the Persian Gulf as a vital interest area, marking a shift toward proactive military posture to ensure energy security and regional stability.
Which of the following regional frameworks primarily focuses on the collective security and economic integration of the Arab states of the Persian Gulf?
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a regional intergovernmental political and economic union specifically established to foster integration and security among the Arab states of the Persian Gulf, distinguishing it from broader pan-Arab or pan-Islamic organizations.
