The Monetary Policy Committee decided to keep the policy rate unchanged at 11.5 percent during its final review for FY26. This rate is maintained to guide inflation toward the medium-term target range. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008043/central-bank-keeps-policy-rate-unchanged-at-115pc, 15 Jun 2026]
372
What was the growth rate of large-scale manufacturing in FY26?
Large-scale manufacturing posted a growth of 6.5 percent in FY26, contributing significantly to the overall GDP growth of 3.7 percent. This sector remains a key component of the industrial output. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008043/central-bank-keeps-policy-rate-unchanged-at-115pc, 15 Jun 2026]
373
What is the medium-term inflation target range set by the State Bank of Pakistan?
The MPC maintains its monetary policy stance to guide inflation toward the medium-term target range of 5-7 percent. This target is central to the bank's objective of price stability. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008043/central-bank-keeps-policy-rate-unchanged-at-115pc, 15 Jun 2026]
374
Which political party boycotted the Sindh Assembly session during the presentation of the 2026-27 budget?
Lawmakers from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) boycotted the session, citing a lack of prior consultation. Other parties listed were not identified as the primary boycotting group in the assembly session. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008557/sindh-cm-murad-ali-shah-presents-rs356tr-budget-with-no-new-taxes-7pc-pay-raise, 17 Jun 2026]
375
According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, what was the provisional GDP growth rate for FY26?
The GDP growth for FY26 was provisionally estimated at 3.7 percent, showing an increase from the 3.2 percent recorded in FY25. The growth was primarily driven by the services and industry sectors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008043/central-bank-keeps-policy-rate-unchanged-at-115pc, 15 Jun 2026]
376
Which doctrine explicitly established the Persian Gulf as a vital interest zone for United States military intervention?
The Carter Doctrine (1980) articulated that any attempt by an outside force to gain control of the Persian Gulf region would be regarded as an assault on the vital interests of the United States, necessitating military response.
Charles Lamanna is the executive vice president for Copilot and agents who provided the analogy regarding the new billing approach. Satya Nadella is the CEO, and the other names are not associated with this specific quote. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008363/microsoft-launches-ai-agent-with-pay-as-you-go-pricing, 16 Jun 2026]
378
Consider the following statements about the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding:
1. The agreement mandates the immediate removal of all US naval forces from the region upon the signing of the MOU.
2. Iran is required to provide safe passage for commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz without charge for 60 days.
3. The agreement includes provisions for the termination of both unilateral US sanctions and UN Security Council resolutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because the US is required to remove forces only within 30 days after the final deal, not immediately upon signing the MOU. Statements 2 and 3 accurately reflect the provisions regarding maritime passage and the schedule for sanctions termination. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008644/us-official-unveils-14-point-iran-agreement-to-halt-conflict-and-reopen-strait-of-hormuz, 17 Jun 2026]
379
Which of the following statements regarding Microsoft's new AI pricing model is INCORRECT?
The tool still requires a paid Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription in addition to the usage-based fees for specific tasks. Therefore, statement C is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008363/microsoft-launches-ai-agent-with-pay-as-you-go-pricing, 16 Jun 2026]
380
Consider the following statements about Pakistan's engagement with the SCO:
1. Pakistan hosted the Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government in October 2024.
2. Pakistan leads an SCO working group specifically focused on poverty alleviation.
3. The SCO was originally formed in 2001 as a security cooperation group.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate. Pakistan hosted the 2024 government-level meeting, chairs the poverty alleviation working group, and the SCO was indeed founded in 2001 with a primary focus on security. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008079/pakistan-to-assume-chairmanship-of-sco-council-of-heads-of-states-in-september, 15 Jun 2026]
