Dr. Asif Mahmood is a practicing pulmonologist. The other medical specialties listed are common distractors but do not reflect his professional background. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017231/pakistan-origin-physician-asif-mahmood-elected-chair-of-us-commission-on-religious-freedom, 21 Jul 2026]
63742
Which body is coordinating with the Ministry of National Heritage and Culture for the land acquisition of the proposed new museum?
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is the designated entity assisting in the land acquisition process for the new museum project. The Punjab Archaeology Department is involved in site conservation but not the museum's land acquisition in Islamabad. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018915/513-smuggled-artefacts-repatriated-from-us, 28 Jul 2026]
63743
The majority of the 513 repatriated artefacts belong to which ancient civilization?
The recovered objects are primarily associated with the Gandhara civilization, a major historical region in present-day northern Pakistan. The other options represent distinct archaeological cultures not primarily cited in the recovery report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018915/513-smuggled-artefacts-repatriated-from-us, 28 Jul 2026]
63744
UNESCO raised conservation concerns regarding which specific archaeological sites in Taxila?
UNESCO expressed reservations regarding the conservation measures and materials used at the Mohra Moradu and Sirkap sites. These sites are part of the Taxila World Heritage complex. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018915/513-smuggled-artefacts-repatriated-from-us, 28 Jul 2026]
63745
Consider the following statements about heritage conservation in Pakistan:
1. Following the 18th Constitutional Amendment, heritage conservation became a provincial subject.
2. Pakistan has currently submitted 24 dossiers for future UNESCO World Heritage inscription.
3. The Senate Standing Committee on National Heritage and Culture is chaired by the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the 18th Amendment devolved heritage management to provinces. Statement 2 is correct regarding the 24 pending dossiers. Statement 3 is incorrect because the committee is chaired by Senator Hidayatullah Khan, not the Prime Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018915/513-smuggled-artefacts-repatriated-from-us, 28 Jul 2026]
63746
Which of the following is NOT a principle mentioned as part of the internationally recognized conservation strategy for Taxila?
The conservation strategy emphasizes scientific repair and preservation rather than complete reconstruction, which often violates international heritage guidelines. Reversibility, material compatibility, and masonry consolidation are standard recognized principles. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018915/513-smuggled-artefacts-repatriated-from-us, 28 Jul 2026]
63747
Which of the following historical frameworks is categorized as an international security doctrine?
These doctrines represent foundational shifts in international security, defining spheres of influence and interventionist policies during their respective geopolitical eras.
Article 40 of the Constitution of Pakistan falls under the Principles of Policy, specifically directing the state to foster international peace and unity among Muslim nations.
The Doval Doctrine represents a strategic shift in Indian security policy, emphasizing proactive and offensive-defensive measures to address regional security threats.
The Brezhnev Doctrine asserted that the Soviet Union had the right to intervene in any Eastern Bloc country where socialist rule was perceived to be under threat.
