June 2024 Edition
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June 2024 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#621
What was the inflation rate milestone achieved by Pakistan in late 2024/2025?
(a) Dropped to single digits
(b) Increased to 40%
(c) Stabilized at 15%
(d) Deflation of -2%
Explanation: A major economic achievement highlighted in 2025 was the reduction of inflation to single digits (reported around 4.9% to 6.9% in various months), down from a high of 38%.
#622
The 'Indus Shield' 2024-2025 was a major exercise conducted by which force?
(a) Pakistan Navy
(b) Pakistan Air Force
(c) Pakistan Army
(d) Pakistan Rangers
Explanation: Indus Shield is a large-scale regional air exercise hosted by the Pakistan Air Force, featuring participation from several allied nations to simulate modern air warfare.
#623
Pakistan hosted the heads of government of which organization in October 2024?
(a) SAARC
(b) ECO
(c) Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
(d) OIC
Explanation: Pakistan hosted the 23rd Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Islamabad in October 2024.
#624
Which Pakistani snooker player won his third World Championship title in late 2024?
(a) Ahsan Ramzan
(b) Muhammad Asif
(c) Muhammad Sajjad
(d) Babar Masih
Explanation: Muhammad Asif secured his third IBSF World Snooker Championship title in late 2024, defeating an Iranian opponent in the final.
#625
Which legendary Pakistani actor passed away in May 2024?
(a) Qavi Khan
(b) Talat Hussain
(c) Abid Ali
(d) Shakeel
Explanation: Legendary actor Talat Hussain passed away in May 2024. He was a revered figure in the Pakistani entertainment industry known for his voice and acting prowess.
#626
Which Pakistani mountaineer made headlines for new summits in 2024/2025?
(a) Sajid Sadpara
(b) Naila Kiani
(c) Shehroze Kashif
(d) Samina Baig
Explanation: Naila Kiani has been consistently in the news for her mountaineering achievements, summiting multiple 8,000m peaks and receiving national awards.
#627
Which international airline resumed flights to Pakistan in 2024 after a long hiatus?
(a) British Airways
(b) Lufthansa
(c) Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL)
(d) Cathay Pacific
Explanation: Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) commenced direct flights to Pakistan (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad) in late 2024, enhancing connectivity.
#628
Who was the first female Chief Minister of Punjab elected in 2024?
(a) Hina Rabbani Khar
(b) Maryam Nawaz
(c) Sharmila Faruqui
(d) Zartaj Gul
Explanation: Maryam Nawaz made history by becoming the first female Chief Minister of Punjab in February 2024.
#629
Which Pakistani scientist received the 'Hilal-e-Imtiaz' in 2024 for contributions to science?
(a) Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman
(b) Dr. Amjad Saqib
(c) Naila Kiani
(d) Dr. Asim Hussain
Explanation: Dr. Amjad Saqib (founder of Akhuwat) was awarded the Hilal-e-Imtiaz. While primarily known for social service, his contributions often overlap with development sciences. (Note: Ensure distinction between Science and Social Service categories, but he is a primary recipient).
#630
Pakistan's IT exports reached approximately what figure in the fiscal year 2024-25?
(a) $1.5 Billion
(b) $2.6 Billion
(c) $3.8 Billion
(d) $5.0 Billion
Explanation: Pakistan's IT exports saw a significant surge, reaching approximately $3.8 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting the sector's growth.
#631
Which Pakistani naval ship participated in the 'RIMPAC' 2024 exercise?
(a) PNS Babur
(b) PNS Tughril
(c) None (Observer status)
(d) PNS Shamsheer
Explanation: Pakistan typically does not send ships to RIMPAC (hosted by USA) in recent years but has participated as an observer or in staff capacities. Specific ship participation is rare recently due to geopolitical alignments.
#632
Who was appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan in 2024?
(a) Bilawal Bhutto
(b) Ishaq Dar
(c) Khawaja Asif
(d) Mohsin Naqvi
Explanation: Ishaq Dar was appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan in April 2024, in addition to his role as Foreign Minister.
#633
Which Pakistani startup raised the highest funding in 2024/2025?
(a) Airlift
(b) Bazaar
(c) Sadapay
(d) Abhi
Explanation: Fintech startup 'Abhi' has been among the leaders in raising funding during this period, despite the overall funding winter.
#634
The Pakistan Navy inducted which new class of submarines in 2024/2025?
(a) Agosta 90B
(b) Hangor Class
(c) Yuan Class
(d) Kilo Class
Explanation: Pakistan Navy inducted the first of the Hangor Class submarines (derived from China's Type 039B) aimed at bolstering maritime defence.
#635
Who is the Finance Minister of Pakistan (late 2024/2025)?
(a) Miftah Ismail
(b) Muhammad Aurangzeb
(c) Ishaq Dar
(d) Shaukat Tarin
Explanation: Muhammad Aurangzeb, a former banker, serves as the Finance Minister of Pakistan in the Shehbaz Sharif administration.
#636
Which Pakistani cricketer was appointed as the white-ball captain in 2024 before stepping down/being replaced?
(a) Shaheen Afridi
(b) Babar Azam
(c) Shan Masood
(d) Mohammad Rizwan
Explanation: Babar Azam was reinstated as the white-ball captain in early 2024 (replacing Shaheen Afridi) but later resigned in October 2024. Mohammad Rizwan was then appointed captain.
#637
What is the name of Pakistan's first lunar mission satellite launched in May 2024?
(a) Badr-L
(b) iCube-Qamar
(c) Shaheen-Moon
(d) Rehbar-2
Explanation: iCube-Qamar (ICUBE-Q) is Pakistan's first lunar satellite mission. It was designed and developed by the Institute of Space Technology (IST) in collaboration with SUPARCO and China's Shanghai University.
#638
Who is the current Chairman of SUPARCO (as of 2024-2025)?
(a) Major General Amer Nadeem
(b) Muhammad Yousaf Khan
(c) Dr. Samar Mubarakmand
(d) Qaiser Anees Khurram
Explanation: Muhammad Yousaf Khan is the serving Chairman of the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO). He has been instrumental in overseeing recent missions like iCube-Q and Paksat MM1.
#639
What was the total value of Pakistan's IT exports in the fiscal year 2024-25?
(a) $2.6 Billion
(b) $3.2 Billion
(c) $3.8 Billion
(d) $4.5 Billion
Explanation: Pakistan's IT exports reached a record high of approximately $3.8 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, marking a significant 18% increase over the previous year.
#640
Who is the Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication (as of 2024-2025)?
(a) Aminul Haque
(b) Shaza Fatima Khawaja
(c) Umar Saif
(d) Anusha Rahman
Explanation: Shaza Fatima Khawaja serves as the Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication in the current administration, overseeing the Digital Pakistan initiatives.