#1341

On July 4, 1864, Sir Syed was elected as an Honorary Member of which prestigious society?

(a) The Royal Society of Arts

(b) The Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain

(c) The British Academy

(d) The Geological Society

Explanation: On July 4, 1864, Sir Syed was elected as an Honorary Member of the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain. This was a significant international recognition of his scholarly contributions to history and linguistics.

#1342

The 15th NAM summit was held on 11-16 July, 2009 in:

(a) Sharm El Sheikh

(b) Havana

(c) Durban

(d) Tehran

Explanation: The 15th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) took place in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, in July 2009. The summit focused on global financial crises, international security, and the importance of South-South cooperation among developing nations.

#1343

Who is the current Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (as of 2025)?

(a) Asif Ali Zardari

(b) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari

(c) Bakhtawar Bhutto

(d) Yousaf Raza Gillani

Explanation: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has been the Chairman of the PPP since 2007, following the assassination of his mother, Benazir Bhutto. He served as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan from 2022 to 2023.

#1344

Which party is currently leading the provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (as of 2025)?

(a) ANP

(b) JUI-F

(c) PTI (backed by SIC)

(d) PML-N

Explanation: Following the 2024 elections, PTI-backed candidates who joined the SIC formed the provincial government in KP, with Ali Amin Gandapur as the Chief Minister.

#1345

Who is the current Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan as of late 2025?

(a) General Qamar Javed Bajwa

(b) General Asim Munir

(c) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza

(d) General Nadeem Anjum

Explanation: General Asim Munir assumed the office of COAS in November 2022, succeeding General Bajwa. His tenure has been marked by a strong emphasis on economic revival through the SIFC and maintaining institutional integrity after the May 9 events.

#1346

In 2024 and 2025, a major point of contention between the government and digital rights activists was the implementation of what technology?

(a) 5G Networks

(b) National Firewall

(c) Digital Rupee

(d) E-Voting Machines

Explanation: The installation of a 'National Firewall' for content filtering and the resulting internet slowdowns became a massive controversy in 2024-2025. Civil society and IT experts argued that it would harm the freelance economy and restricted the right to information and free digital communication.

#1347

Which segment of civil society was most vocal in 2025 regarding the high inflation and cost of living in Pakistan?

(a) Upper-class industrialists

(b) Traders' associations and labor unions

(c) Foreign diplomats

(d) The judiciary

Explanation: In 2024 and 2025, several nationwide strikes (shutter-down strikes) were organized by traders' associations and labor unions to protest high electricity tariffs and rising taxes, showcasing the power of organized economic interest groups in civil society.

#1348

In the context of 2025 digital governance, what does 'E-Governance' mean in Pakistan?

(a) Ruling through Twitter

(b) Digitalization of government services to improve transparency and efficiency

(c) Selling electronics in government offices

(d) A system where only robots can vote

Explanation: E-Governance initiatives in Pakistan (like the Punjab IT Board's projects) aim to reduce the interface between civil servants and the public, thereby reducing corruption and providing better access to documents like driving licenses and land records.

#1349

In 2025, civil society activists expressed concern over the use of which technology for 'facial recognition' in urban areas?

(a) Safe City Projects

(b) Smart Watches

(c) Netflix

(d) Digital Radios

Explanation: Safe City Projects in major cities like Lahore and Islamabad use AI and facial recognition for security. Civil society groups have raised concerns about the lack of a 'Data Protection Law' and the potential for these systems to be used for political surveillance.

#1350

Which city was ranked as South Asia's cleanest city in 2025, a point highlighted by local civil society as a model for urban management?

(a) Islamabad

(b) Lahore

(c) Peshawar

(d) Karachi

Explanation: In 2025, Islamabad was recognized as the cleanest city in South Asia. This was celebrated by local environmental groups as a success of urban planning, despite the challenges of rapid urbanization and waste management in the country.

#1351

The 'Niazi vs. State' cases in 2024-2025 involving 'missing' social media activists were primarily handled through which legal writ?

(a) Habeas Corpus

(b) Certiorari

(c) Quo Warranto

(d) Prohibition

Explanation: The writ of Habeas Corpus ('produce the body') is the primary legal tool used by civil society lawyers to demand the release of individuals allegedly abducted by state agencies for their online or political activities.

#1352

What role does 'VPN' (Virtual Private Network) play in Pakistan's media landscape as of 2025?

(a) It is used to watch PTV

(b) It is used by citizens to bypass government-imposed blocks on platforms like X

(c) It is a government software for taxes

(d) It is used for land mapping

Explanation: Following the ban on X (Twitter) in 2024, millions of Pakistanis used VPNs to access the platform. In 2025, the government attempted to register VPNs and block 'unauthorized' ones, leading to further tension with digital rights groups.

#1353

In 2025, Pakistan launched which communication satellite, helping to expand media reach and digital connectivity?

(a) PRSS-2

(b) PakSat-MM1

(c) Badr-C

(d) PakSat-1R

Explanation: PakSat-MM1 was launched in 2025 to boost Pakistan's communication infrastructure. It improves internet speeds and provides high-definition broadcasting capacity, which is essential for the growing digital media sector.

#1354

The 'Niazi' vs. the State narrative in the media during 2024-2025 highlighted the divide between:

(a) Sports and Politics

(b) Pro-PTI digital media vs. the pro-Establishment traditional media

(c) Sindh and Punjab

(d) Religious vs. Secular law

Explanation: The 2024-2025 period saw a deep polarization where mainstream TV channels (regulated by PEMRA) were seen as carrying the state's narrative, while YouTube and X became the primary battlegrounds for the PTI's counter-narrative.

#1355

Which guiding principle of the state was emphasized in 2025 as part of the country's urban management goals?

(a) Building more highways

(b) Environmental protection and cleanliness (Islamabad as a model)

(c) Nationalization of industries

(d) Abolishing local taxes

Explanation: In 2025, Islamabad's ranking as South Asia's cleanest city highlighted a growing focus on environmental protection and sustainable urban management as a guiding principle for municipal and state authorities.

#1356

Which guiding principle was emphasized in the 2024-2025 fiscal policy to address the IMF's $7 billion program requirements?

(a) Increasing subsidies

(b) Fiscal discipline and tax base expansion

(c) Fixed exchange rates

(d) Printing more currency

Explanation: To meet the conditions of the $7 billion IMF EFF program in 2024, Pakistan adopted fiscal discipline and tax base expansion as its primary economic guiding principles to ensure debt sustainability and macroeconomic stability.

#1357

What is the primary diplomatic challenge Pakistan faces regarding the interim Afghan government as of late 2025?

(a) Dispute over transit trade fees

(b) Cross-border terrorism and TTP safe havens

(c) Water sharing of the Kunar river

(d) Recognition of the Taliban cabinet

Explanation: The most persistent challenge in Pak-Afghan relations is the surge in cross-border attacks by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Despite repeated high-level engagements, the Afghan interim government's reluctance to take decisive action against these safe havens remains a major source of friction and a priority for Pakistan's national security and foreign policy.

#1358

Pakistan was elected to which prestigious body for the 2025-2026 term, enhancing its voice on global security issues?

(a) UN Human Rights Council

(b) Non-permanent member of the UN Security Council

(c) President of the General Assembly

(d) Head of the IMF

Explanation: In June 2024, Pakistan secured a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2025-2026 term. This platform allows Pakistan to advocate for its stance on Kashmir, international counter-terrorism, and the rights of the Global South, particularly regarding climate justice.

#1359

In 2024-2025, Pakistan's relationship with India remained 'frozen' primarily due to which condition set by Islamabad?

(a) The return of Junagadh

(b) The restoration of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir

(c) A formal apology for the 1971 war

(d) An increase in water flow in the Ravi river

Explanation: Pakistan has maintained that no formal bilateral dialogue or trade can resume with India until New Delhi revisits its August 5, 2019 decision that revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir. India's refusal to discuss this internal matter has led to a prolonged diplomatic stalemate.

#1360

Which specific issue regarding the 'Indus Waters Treaty' became a point of diplomatic tension with India in 2023-2025?

(a) India's attempt to modify the treaty unilaterally

(b) Pakistan's decision to leave the treaty

(c) The construction of a dam on the Kabul river

(d) The pollution of the Arabian Sea

Explanation: In 2023, India issued a notice to Pakistan seeking to 'modify' the 1960 treaty following disputes over the Kishanganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects. Pakistan views any unilateral modification as a threat to its water security, and the matter is currently being debated in the Court of Arbitration at The Hague.

July 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions