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Which international security doctrine shifted the burden of regional defense to local allies, specifically impacting security frameworks in the Persian Gulf during the 1970s?
The Nixon Doctrine emphasized that the United States would provide military and economic assistance to allies while expecting them to assume primary responsibility for their own regional defense, a shift from direct interventionism.
Which of the following regional organizations serves as the primary intergovernmental political and economic union for the Arab states of the Persian Gulf?
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is the specific regional framework established to coordinate security, economic, and political policies among the Arab states of the Persian Gulf.
Consider the following statements about the Strait of Hormuz and the 2026 geopolitical developments:
1. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman.
2. The US President claimed that the United States would refrain from military action while waiting for international support.
3. The Iranian leadership indicated that blocking the strait is a strategic tool to exert pressure on Washington.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is geographically correct. Statement 2 is false because the US President explicitly stated the US would be 'bombing the hell out of the shoreline' and shooting Iranian boats. Statement 3 is correct as it reflects the stated intent of the Iranian leadership. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982096/trump-claims-many-countries-will-send-warships-to-keep-strait-of-hormuz-open, 14 Mar 2026]
754
Which political party's senator demanded the creation of a separate South Punjab province during the Senate budget debate on June 17, 2026?
Senator Rana Mahmoodul Hassan, representing the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), formally demanded the creation of a separate South Punjab province during the Senate proceedings on June 17, 2026. He emphasized the need for administrative bifurcation to address regional grievances. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008601/ppp-lawmaker-calls-for-separate-south-punjab-province-in-senate, 17 Jun 2026]
755
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]
756
Which of the following administrative or infrastructure demands was specifically mentioned by the senator advocating for a separate South Punjab province?
The senator explicitly demanded a separate share in the National Finance Commission (NFC) award for the proposed South Punjab province, alongside other infrastructure needs like a high court and industrial zones. Bahawalpur was mentioned for its historical support of Pakistan, not as the proposed new capital. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008601/ppp-lawmaker-calls-for-separate-south-punjab-province-in-senate, 17 Jun 2026]
757
In the context of the Senate debate on June 17, 2026, which sector did Senator Abdul Qadir identify as a 'mafia' that allegedly caused the reversal of the government's solar policy?
Senator Abdul Qadir alleged that Independent Power Producers (IPPs) acted as a mafia that pressured the government to reverse its solar policy. He further criticized the burden of capacity charges associated with these power agreements. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008601/ppp-lawmaker-calls-for-separate-south-punjab-province-in-senate, 17 Jun 2026]
758
Consider the following statements about the Islamabad MoU:
1. The agreement was signed by the leaders of Pakistan, Iran, and the United States.
2. The conflict between the US and Iran lasted for approximately 100 days before the deal.
3. The deal was signed electronically by the involved parties.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the details of the agreement. The leaders involved included PM Shehbaz Sharif, President Pezeshkian, and President Trump, the conflict duration exceeded 100 days, and the signing process was conducted electronically. [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]
759
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]
760
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]
