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July 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#4241
Which of the following is NOT a proposal or promise made by the PPP Chairman regarding AJK in his July 19, 2026, address?
(a) Ensuring the right to self-government
(b) Immediate annexation of AJK into the federal cabinet
(c) Creating employment opportunities for the youth
(d) Formation of a truth and reconciliation commission
Explanation: The PPP Chairman advocated for provisional representation in federal bodies and self-governance, but he did not propose the immediate annexation of AJK into the federal cabinet. The other options are accurate reflections of his stated policy goals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
#4242
The upcoming AJK regional elections mentioned in the July 19, 2026, address were scheduled for which date?
(a) July 27, 2026
(b) August 12, 2026
(c) July 30, 2026
(d) None of these
Explanation: The regional elections in AJK were scheduled for July 27, 2026, as stated during the rally held on July 19, 2026. None of the other dates provided correspond to the election schedule mentioned. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
#4243
On July 22, 2026, which official stated that New York City lacks the legal authority to execute an ICC arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu?
(a) Eric Adams
(b) Zohran Mamdani
(c) Bill de Blasio
(d) None of these
Explanation: Zohran Mamdani, as the Mayor of New York City, clarified that his administration lacks the independent legal authority to enforce international warrants. Eric Adams and Bill de Blasio are former mayors and were not the officials involved in this specific 2026 statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017473/he-is-a-war-criminal-mamdani-says-nyc-cannot-arrest-netanyahu-on-icc-warrant-urges-us-federal-officials-to-step-in, 22 Jul 2026]
#4244
The government's petroleum and carbon levy was announced in June 2025 as part of a commitment to which international organization?
(a) World Bank
(b) Asian Development Bank
(c) World Trade Organization
(d) International Monetary Fund
Explanation: The petroleum and carbon levy was implemented under an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The World Bank and ADB are common distractors in fiscal policy contexts but were not the primary parties to this specific levy agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
#4245
Who received the Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni upon his arrival in Islamabad on July 20, 2026?
(a) Mohsin Naqvi
(b) Syed Asim Munir
(c) Shehbaz Sharif
(d) None of these
Explanation: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi officially received his Iranian counterpart, Eskandar Momeni, upon his arrival in Islamabad. While the visiting dignitary was scheduled to meet with the Prime Minister and the Army Chief, the reception at the airport was conducted by the Interior Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017051/irans-interior-minister-eskandar-momeni-arrives-in-pakistan, 20 Jul 2026]
#4246
Consider the following statements about the protests surrounding Sonam Wangchuk: 1. The protests demand the resignation of the Indian Education Minister. 2. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) announced an indefinite hunger strike in solidarity with Wangchuk. 3. The Indian parliament session was scheduled to commence on the Monday following the July 19, 2026, report. 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 based on the events described. The protest specifically targets the Education Minister, the CJP joined the hunger strike, and the parliamentary session timing aligns with the protest escalation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016713/over-100-cops-at-hospital-wife-alleges-indian-activist-sonam-wangchuk-illegally-detained-under-guise-of-medical-care, 19 Jul 2026]
#4247
Which of the following statements regarding the diplomatic situation in July 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) Pakistan has been leading peace efforts since the conflict began in February 2026.
(b) Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei stated that diplomatic exchanges with the US have completely ceased.
(c) The Islamabad MoU was a 14-point interim peace deal.
(d) The conflict has led to a surge in global oil prices.
Explanation: Statement C is incorrect because the Iranian foreign ministry spokesman explicitly stated that diplomatic exchanges with the US via mediators were ongoing, despite the military escalation. The other statements accurately reflect the status of the mediation and the economic impact of the conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017051/irans-interior-minister-eskandar-momeni-arrives-in-pakistan, 20 Jul 2026]
#4248
Consider the following statements about the PPP's political stance in AJK as of July 19, 2026: 1. The PPP has been part of the government in AJK for the past six months. 2. The PPP Chairman proposed that AJK should have representation in the National Finance Commission. 3. The PPP is currently in a coalition government at the federal level led by the PML-N. 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 correct based on the address: the PPP has been in the AJK government for six months, the Chairman proposed representation in the National Finance Commission, and the party is part of the federal coalition led by Shehbaz Sharif. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
#4249
Who currently serves as the Minister of State for Interior in the federal cabinet as of July 2026?
(a) Attaullah Tarar
(b) Tariq Fazal Chaudhry
(c) Tallal Chaudhry
(d) None of these
Explanation: Tallal Chaudhry is the Minister of State for Interior who publicly commented on the case. Attaullah Tarar is the Information Minister, and Tariq Fazal Chaudhry is the Parliamentary Affairs Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016686/nccia-summons-imrans-sister-noreen-for-allegedly-disseminating-false-offensive-inflammatory-content, 19 Jul 2026]
#4250
During his visit to Manila on July 22, 2026, Ishaq Dar visited the headquarters of which international institution?
(a) World Bank
(b) Asian Development Bank
(c) International Monetary Fund
(d) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Explanation: Ishaq Dar visited the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters in Manila, where he was received by the Director General for the Central and West Asia Department. The other institutions listed were not the focus of this specific visit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017480/dar-arrives-in-manila-to-attend-asean-regional-forum-ministerial-meeting, 22 Jul 2026]
#4251
Who received Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar upon his arrival at the airport in Manila on July 22, 2026?
(a) Khalilur Rehman
(b) Sergey Lavrov
(c) Elmer G. Cato
(d) Leah Gutierrez
Explanation: Elmer G. Cato, the assistant secretary at the Philippines’ foreign affairs department, received Ishaq Dar upon his arrival. Sergey Lavrov and Khalilur Rehman were counterparts met by Dar on the sidelines of the forum, while Leah Gutierrez is an official at the ADB. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017480/dar-arrives-in-manila-to-attend-asean-regional-forum-ministerial-meeting, 22 Jul 2026]
#4252
Who represented the government during the signing of the MoU for EV charging stations on July 22, 2026?
(a) Haroon Akhtar Khan
(b) Ahsan Iqbal
(c) Jam Kamal Khan
(d) None of these
Explanation: Haroon Akhtar Khan, the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, presided over the signing ceremony. He emphasized the government's commitment to the electric mobility transition. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017426/mou-signed-with-chinese-firm-for-ev-charging-stations, 22 Jul 2026]
#4253
The youth-led protest movement that gained prominence in New Delhi in July 2026 is known as the:
(a) Cockroach movement
(b) Student Solidarity Front
(c) Youth Accountability League
(d) None of these
Explanation: The movement is officially referred to as the 'cockroach' movement, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). It began as an online satire before evolving into large-scale street protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017492/under-soaring-pressure-after-cockroach-movement-protests-indias-education-minister-promises-reforms-debate, 22 Jul 2026]
#4254
According to the Prime Minister's address on July 22, 2026, what percentage of indigenization has been achieved in the production of drones?
(a) 60 percent
(b) 50 percent
(c) 40 percent
(d) 75 percent
Explanation: The Prime Minister noted that drones have achieved 60 percent indigenization, highlighting the progress made in domestic manufacturing capabilities. Other figures like 40 or 50 percent are incorrect as they do not reflect the specific progress cited in the official address. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017529/pakistans-progress-in-indigenous-autonomous-capabilities-an-integral-part-of-national-defence-pm-shehbaz, 22 Jul 2026]
#4255
Who currently serves as the Petroleum Minister of Pakistan as of July 2026?
(a) Nadeem Aziz Khan
(b) Ali Pervaiz Malik
(c) Khaleeq Kiani
(d) None of these
Explanation: Ali Pervaiz Malik is the Petroleum Minister who led the negotiations with the APPPOA. Nadeem Aziz Khan is the Information Secretary of the association, and Khaleeq Kiani is a journalist. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017561/petrol-pump-owners-defer-strike-call-after-talks-with-petroleum-minister, 22 Jul 2026]
#4256
According to the Ministry of Finance, the current account recorded a surplus of how much during the period of July 2025 to May 2026?
(a) 155 million dollars
(b) 255 million dollars
(c) 355 million dollars
(d) None of these
Explanation: The external sector remained stable, with the current account recording a surplus of 255 million dollars during the Jul-May period of the 2026 fiscal year, supported by remittances and IT exports. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011978/govt-expects-easing-inflationary-pressure-in-new-fiscal-year-following-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz, 30 Jun 2026]
#4257
Consider the following statements about the JCP interview committees: 1. The committees were formed to vet candidates for additional judge positions in four high courts. 2. The proposal to form a seven-member committee was originally suggested by Senator Farooq Hamid Naek. 3. The committees are tasked with interviewing candidates nominated until July 4, 2026. 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 based on the JCP notification and the internal deliberations of the Rule-Making Committee. The committees cover four high courts, follow the proposal of Senator Naek, and have a deadline of July 4, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012237/no-supreme-court-judge-in-jcp-panels-for-vetting-high-court-judges, 01 Jul 2026]
#4258
Who accompanied the Prime Minister of Pakistan on his diplomatic visit to Iran and Turkiye in July 2026?
(a) The Minister of Defence
(b) The Minister of Finance
(c) The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Foreign Office spokesperson confirmed that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, along with cabinet members and senior officials, accompanied the Prime Minister. The other options are incorrect as they do not reflect the specific delegation composition mentioned. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012436/fo-says-pm-to-visit-iran-turkiye-from-july-3-5-to-attend-funeral-of-assassinated-iranian-supreme-leader, 02 Jul 2026]
#4259
Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as being present at the Provincial Apex Committee meeting in Quetta on July 9, 2026?
(a) Field Marshal Asim Munir
(b) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
(c) Jaffar Khan Mandokhail
(d) Sarfraz Bugti
Explanation: The meeting was attended by the Chief of Army Staff, the Chief Minister of Balochistan (Sarfraz Bugti), and the Governor of Balochistan (Jaffar Khan Mandokhail). Bilawal Bhutto Zardari was not reported as an attendee. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014127/mutual-and-singular-decision-by-leadership-to-end-terrorism-pm-shehbaz-says-after-balochistan-attacks, 09 Jul 2026]
#4260
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments in July 2026: 1. The Prime Minister visited Iran to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. 2. The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding includes a 14-point accord to address the US-Iran conflict. 3. Pakistan has accepted India's proposal to review the Indus Waters Treaty due to terrorism concerns. 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 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because Pakistan explicitly rejected India's attempt to use terrorism as a pretext to place the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012436/fo-says-pm-to-visit-iran-turkiye-from-july-3-5-to-attend-funeral-of-assassinated-iranian-supreme-leader, 02 Jul 2026]