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September 2024 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#1441
In early September 2010, where did the Israeli Prime Minister and the Palestinian leader conduct their first direct peace negotiations following the 2009 Gaza War?
(a) None of these
(b) New York
(c) Washington DC
(d) Oslo
Explanation: The direct peace talks held in September 2010 were hosted in Washington D.C. under the auspices of the Obama administration. These negotiations represented a renewed effort to establish a framework for a two-state solution, bringing together Benjamin Netanyahu and Mahmoud Abbas to address core issues of the conflict after a period of significant diplomatic stagnation.
#1442
Which Indian hydroelectric project was the subject of interim measures ordered by an arbitral tribunal in a dispute with Pakistan on September 23, 2011?
(a) Tulbul project
(b) Wullar Lake barrage
(c) Baglihar Dam
(d) Kishanganga Hydroelectric Project
Explanation: The Kishanganga Hydroelectric Project became a major point of contention between India and Pakistan. In 2011, the Permanent Court of Arbitration issued interim measures regarding the construction of the dam, specifically addressing concerns about water flow and the potential impact on Pakistan's downstream Neelum-Jhelum project. This case highlights the complexities of water sharing under the Indus Waters Treaty.
#1443
By late October 1947, what were the outcomes of the tribal-led rebellion in Kashmir following the unrest of August and September?
(a) all of these
(b) capturing several towns
(c) advancing within four miles of the capital, Srinagar
(d) massacring large number of civilians
Explanation: The rebellion in Kashmir, fueled by local unrest and supported by tribal forces from the North-West Frontier Province, escalated rapidly. By late October 1947, these forces had captured various towns and advanced significantly toward Srinagar, the capital, causing widespread instability and civilian casualties, which ultimately prompted the Maharaja to seek military assistance from India.
#1444
Which organization was identified as the perpetrator of the September 11 attacks, often associated with the targeting of global symbols of economic power?
(a) ASG
(b) TTP
(c) FTO
(d) Al- Qaeda
Explanation: Al-Qaeda, led by Osama bin Laden, was responsible for the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the United States. The attacks targeted major symbols of American economic and military power, including the World Trade Center, which served as a global hub for international trade and finance.
#1445
Which political figure formally introduced the First Report of the Basic Principles Committee to the Constituent Assembly on September 28, 1950?
(a) Iftikhar-ud-Din
(b) Liaqat Ali Khan
(c) Meraj Khalid
(d) Maulvi Tamiz-ud-Din
Explanation: Liaqat Ali Khan, serving as the first Prime Minister of Pakistan, was the primary architect of the early constitutional efforts. On September 28, 1950, he presented the First Report of the Basic Principles Committee to the Constituent Assembly, marking a pivotal moment in the legislative attempt to define the state's foundational structure and governance principles.
#1446
Who submitted the first report of the Basic Principles Committee to the Constituent Assembly on September 28, 1950?
(a) Iftikhar-ud-Din
(b) Maulvi Tamez-ud-Din
(c) Meraj Khalid
(d) Liaqat Ali Khan
Explanation: Liaquat Ali Khan, the first Prime Minister of Pakistan, presented the first report of the Basic Principles Committee to the Constituent Assembly on September 28, 1950. This committee was tasked with outlining the fundamental principles for the future constitution of Pakistan, though the report faced significant criticism and was eventually withdrawn for further revision.
#1447
Which United States President initiated 'Operation Enduring Freedom' in response to the September 11 attacks?
(a) Gerald Ford
(b) Ronald Reagan
(c) George W. Bush
(d) George H. W. Bush
Explanation: Operation Enduring Freedom was the official name used by the U.S. government for the military campaign in Afghanistan, which began in October 2001. It was launched by President George W. Bush as part of the broader 'War on Terror' following the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. The primary objective was to dismantle the Al-Qaeda terrorist network and remove the Taliban regime from power.
#1448
What form of government was established by the French Constitution of September 3, 1791?
(a) Limited monarchy and the Legislative Assembly
(b) Unlimited monarchy and the Legislative Assembly
(c) Unlimited monarchy and the limited Legislative Assembly
(d) None of these
Explanation: The French Constitution of 1791 was the first written constitution of France. It transformed the absolute monarchy of the Ancien Régime into a constitutional or limited monarchy, where the monarch's power was checked by the newly created Legislative Assembly, marking a significant shift toward representative government.
#1449
Which military operation was initiated by the United States as a direct response to the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center?
(a) Operation Iraqi Freedom
(b) Operation Desert Storm
(c) Operation Enduring Freedom
(d) Operation Infinite Reach
Explanation: Operation Enduring Freedom was the official name used by the U.S. government for the military campaign in Afghanistan that began in October 2001. It was launched in response to the September 11 terrorist attacks, with the primary goal of dismantling the Al-Qaeda terrorist network and removing the Taliban regime from power in Afghanistan.
#1450
Which of the following statements regarding the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center is factually incorrect?
(a) This attack is seen as the end of US hegemony
(b) Nineteen hijackers from various Arab countries were part of this attack
(c) In terms of loss of life, this attack is worse on the US soil since the country was formed in 1776
(d) The attack has been compared to that of the Pearl Harbour
Explanation: The September 11 attacks were a catastrophic terrorist event, but they did not signify the end of US global hegemony. While the attacks prompted significant shifts in US foreign policy, such as the Global War on Terror, the United States maintained its status as a dominant global superpower. The assertion that the attacks ended US hegemony is a matter of political debate rather than an established historical fact.
#1451
In which year did the September 11 terrorist attacks occur?
(a) 2000
(b) 2004
(c) 2001
(d) 2002
Explanation: The terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, commonly referred to as 9/11, took place on September 11, 2001. This event is frequently studied in psychology regarding its impact on collective trauma, stress responses, and the formation of flashbulb memories.
#1452
The surge in national patriotism following the September 11, 2001, attacks illustrates which functionalist perspective on deviance?
(a) Solidarity
(b) Unification
(c) Warning
(d) Authoritarian
Explanation: Émile Durkheim argued that deviance can serve a positive function by reinforcing social solidarity. When a society faces a threat or a deviant act, the collective reaction often brings members together, strengthening shared values and creating a sense of unity against a common 'other' or external challenge.
#1453
The rise in patriotism following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, is an example of what function of deviance ?
(a) Solidarity
(b) Warning
(c) Unification
(d) AuthoritarianE. Boundary setting
Explanation: Source answer preserved: option B (Solidarity). AI attempted to change protected answer data (option_d), so this item is flagged for manual review before study use.
#1454
Which prestigious civilian award was conferred upon Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V in 2024?
(a) Tamgha-i-Pakistan
(b) Hilal-i-Pakistan
(c) Sitara-i-Pakistan
(d) Nishan-i-Pakistan
Explanation: The Nishan-i-Pakistan is the nation's highest civilian award, which was granted to the Prince in 2024 for his family's contributions to the country. The other options are lower-tier civil awards. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001810/aga-khan-affirms-commitment-to-supporting-development-during-meeting-with-president-zardari, 20 May 2026]
#1455
What new role will Tim Cook assume after stepping down as Apple's CEO in September 2026?
(a) Chief Hardware Officer
(b) Chief Technology Officer
(c) Chief Operating Officer
(d) Executive Chairman
Explanation: Upon stepping down from the CEO position, Tim Cook is slated to become the company's executive chairman. This transition allows him to remain involved with the firm while handing over daily operational leadership. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1993605/apple-says-chief-executive-tim-cook-stepping-down-in-september, 20 Apr 2026]
#1456
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?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: 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]
#1457
Consider the following statements about development loans in Pakistan: 1. The markup rate for 2025-26 is lower than the rate charged in 2024-25. 2. The federal government charges markup on loans to provincial governments as a source of revenue. 3. Foreign re-lent loans are advanced by the federal government out of its own domestic resources. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the rate dropped from 17.74 percent to 11.89 percent. Statement 2 is correct as markup on these loans is a key revenue stream. Statement 3 is incorrect because cash development loans are funded from domestic resources, while foreign re-lent loans are sourced from international lenders. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018194/centre-cuts-markup-on-uplift-loans-to-1189pc, 24 Jul 2026]
#1458
Consider the following statements about the Indian bond market and macroeconomic indicators as of July 24, 2026: 1. The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield reached its highest level since January 2025. 2. Brent crude prices briefly exceeded $100 per barrel for the first time in two months. 3. The probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike in September was estimated at 30%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because the probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike in September was reported at 80%, while the probability for July was 30%. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431650/india-bonds-end-three-day-losing-streak-but-post-second-straight-weekly-decline, 24 Jul 2026]
#1459
Arrange the following major international and regional developments in the correct chronological order of their reported occurrences or scheduling (earliest to latest): 1. The 11th Pakistan Banking Awards. 2. The 2024 uprising in Bangladesh leading to the current political climate for Sheikh Hasina. 3. The reported monsoon-related fatalities in India reaching over 100 on August 6, 2026. 4. The legislative advancement of a conditional amnesty bill for PKK fighters in Turkey.
(a) 2, 3, 4, 1
(b) 3, 2, 4, 1
(c) 2, 1, 3, 4
(d) 4, 2, 3, 1
Explanation: The sequence is determined by the 2024 Bangladesh uprising, followed by the specific disaster reports from India (August 6, 2026), the legislative action in Turkey (August 6, 2026), and finally the scheduled Pakistan Banking Awards (August 21, 2026). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020870/floods-landslides-leave-over-100-dead-as-monsoon-batters-india]
#1460
In 2024, which Indian regulatory body investigated Amazon for alleged breaches of competition laws related to deep discounting?
(a) Securities and Exchange Board of India
(b) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority
(c) Reserve Bank of India
(d) Competition Commission of India
Explanation: The Competition Commission of India (the antitrust watchdog) conducted the investigation into Amazon's business practices. The other bodies listed regulate financial markets, banking, and insurance, respectively. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431461/india-relaxes-e-commerce-investment-rules-for-exports-in-win-for-amazon, 23 Jul 2026]