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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.
#1681
How many military personnel have been awarded the Nishan-e-Haider in the history of Pakistan as of 2025?
(a) 9
(b) 10
(c) 11
(d) 12
Explanation: A total of 11 individuals have been honored with the Nishan-e-Haider. These include nine from the Pakistan Army, one from the Pakistan Air Force (Rashid Minhas), and one from the Northern Light Infantry (Lalak Jan). The list spans conflicts from the 1948 Kashmir War to the 1999 Kargil Conflict.
#1682
In the context of 2024-2025, which medal is awarded to officers who successfully complete 10 years of meritorious service?
(a) Tamgha-e-Azm
(b) Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Military)
(c) Tamgha-e-Diffa
(d) Tamgha-e-Liaqat
Explanation: Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Medal of Excellence) is the basic tier of the Order of Imtiaz. For military personnel, it is awarded to recognize a decade or more of distinguished service. As officers progress, they may be eligible for Sitara-e-Imtiaz and eventually Hilal-e-Imtiaz based on their rank and achievements.
#1683
In 2025, which authority formally approves the recommendations for the highest military awards?
(a) Chief of Army Staff
(b) President of Pakistan
(c) Prime Minister of Pakistan
(d) Ministry of Defence
Explanation: While the military hierarchy (GHQ, NHQ, AHQ) initiates the citations for awards based on field reports, the final constitutional authority to confer all state honors, including military awards, rests with the President of Pakistan on the advice of the Prime Minister.
#1684
What is the total number of Nishan-e-Haider recipients in Pakistan's history as of 2025?
(a) 9
(b) 10
(c) 11
(d) 12
Explanation: A total of 11 individuals have been honored with the Nishan-e-Haider. These include nine from the Pakistan Army, one from the Air Force (Rashid Minhas), and one recipient from the Azad Kashmir Regiment (Naik Saif Ali Janjua, whose Hilal-e-Kashmir was declared equivalent to Nishan-e-Haider by the government). All 11 recipients received the award posthumously for embracing martyrdom.
#1685
Independence Day in Pakistan is celebrated on August 14. In 2025, how many years of independence did Pakistan complete?
(a) 75 years
(b) 77 years
(c) 78 years
(d) 80 years
Explanation: Pakistan gained independence from British rule on August 14, 1947. In the year 2025, the nation celebrated its 78th Independence Day. This day is marked by flag-hoisting ceremonies, fireworks, and national songs to honor the struggle of the founding fathers, including Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
#1686
Pakistan is the ___ most populous country in the world as of 2025.
(a) Third
(b) Fourth
(c) Fifth
(d) Sixth
Explanation: Based on the 2023 census and 2025 population projections, Pakistan is the 5th most populous nation in the world, trailing behind India, China, the USA, and Indonesia. This high ranking underscores the importance of population planning in Pakistan's national security and economic policies.
#1687
In 2025, Pakistan's 'Life Expectancy' is estimated at approximately:
(a) 55 years
(b) 67-68 years
(c) 80 years
(d) 45 years
Explanation: Despite health challenges, life expectancy in Pakistan has gradually improved due to better immunization and medical care, now standing at approximately 67 to 68 years. However, this is still lower than the average in many neighboring countries.
#1688
What percentage of Pakistan's population is estimated to be under the age of 30 as of 2025?
(a) 30%
(b) 50%
(c) 64%
(d) 80%
Explanation: Approximately 64% of Pakistan's population is under the age of 30. This makes Pakistan one of the 'youngest' countries in the world. The socio-economic future of the country depends on how effectively this large youth population is integrated into the productive labour force.
#1689
Which province of Pakistan has the highest 'Literacy Rate' according to census-linked surveys in 2024-2025?
(a) Sindh
(b) Punjab
(c) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
(d) Balochistan
Explanation: Punjab consistently records the highest literacy rate among the provinces (around 66%). Literacy is a key indicator analyzed alongside population growth, as there is a direct correlation between higher literacy (especially female education) and lower population growth rates.
#1690
Which religious group constitutes the largest minority in Pakistan as of 2025?
(a) Christians
(b) Hindus
(c) Sikhs
(d) Ahmadis
Explanation: Hindus are the largest religious minority in Pakistan, making up roughly 2.14% of the population according to recent census data. The vast majority of the Hindu population resides in the Sindh province, where they play a significant role in the socio-economic and cultural fabric of the region. Significant Hindu communities are also found in parts of Punjab and Balochistan.
#1691
How many seats are reserved for non-Muslim minorities in the National Assembly of Pakistan as of 2025?
(a) 5
(b) 10
(c) 15
(d) 20
Explanation: Under the Constitution of Pakistan, 10 seats are reserved for non-Muslims in the 336-member National Assembly. These members are elected through a proportional representation system based on the total number of general seats won by each political party. Similar reservations exist in the Provincial Assemblies to ensure minority representation in the legislative process.
#1692
In 2025, which sector of religious tourism did Pakistan prioritize through the 'Pilgrimage (Ziyarat) Policy'?
(a) Beach tourism
(b) Sufi, Buddhist, and Sikh religious sites
(c) Shopping festivals
(d) Winter sports
Explanation: Pakistan has a vast potential for religious tourism. In 2024-2025, the government streamlined its 'Ziyarat Policy' to facilitate pilgrims from countries like India, China, Sri Lanka, and Iran. The focus is on the 'Sikh Yatra', the 'Buddhist Trail' in Gandhara, and the 'Sufi Circuit' in Punjab and Sindh to boost the economy and promote a soft image of the country.
#1693
In the context of 2025, 'Interfaith Iftar' gatherings in Pakistan are used as a tool for:
(a) Cooking competitions only
(b) Diplomacy and fostering communal harmony during Ramadan
(c) Distributing voter ID cards
(d) Tax collection
Explanation: During the month of Ramadan, the government and various NGOs organize 'Interfaith Iftars' where Muslims, Hindus, Christians, and Sikhs break bread together. These events are highly publicized in 2025 as part of the state's efforts to promote a narrative of inclusivity and to counter extremist ideologies by highlighting shared human and national values.
#1694
As of 2025, approximately how many children are estimated to be 'Out of School' (OOSC) in Pakistan?
(a) 10 Million
(b) 15 Million
(c) 26.2 Million
(d) 40 Million
Explanation: Pakistan faces a massive challenge with approximately 26.2 million out-of-school children. This figure makes Pakistan the country with the second-highest number of OOSC globally, a crisis that prompted the federal government to declare an 'Education Emergency' in 2024 to prioritize enrollment.
#1695
Which province has successfully implemented a 'Zero Dropout' pilot program in selected districts in 2025?
(a) Punjab
(b) Sindh
(c) KPK
(d) Balochistan
Explanation: The Punjab government launched a 'Zero Dropout' initiative in 2024-25, using digital tracking systems to monitor every student's attendance and intervening through social workers if a child stops attending school.
#1696
In 2025, the 'Education for All' goal in Pakistan is being challenged by which economic factor?
(a) Low population
(b) High inflation and increased cost of school supplies
(c) Too much government funding
(d) Low taxes
Explanation: Rising inflation has made uniforms, books, and transportation unaffordable for many families. This has led to a 'Child Labour' surge, as children are pulled from schools to help their families cope with the cost of living.
#1697
Which province introduced 'Entrepreneurship' as a mandatory subject in technical colleges in 2025?
(a) Sindh
(b) KPK
(c) Punjab
(d) Balochistan
Explanation: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) integrated entrepreneurship into its TEVTA curriculum in 2025 to encourage vocational graduates to start their own businesses rather than seeking government jobs.
#1698
The 'E-Transfer' policy for teachers in Punjab (2025) was designed to stop:
(a) Teaching science
(b) Political interference and bribery in teacher transfers
(c) Using the internet
(d) Retirement
Explanation: The E-Transfer system allows teachers to apply for transfers online based on merit and seniority. This transparent digital system has eliminated the 'Sifarish' (favoritism) culture that historically plagued the provincial education departments.
#1699
Which sector remains the largest employer of the labour force in Pakistan as of 2025?
(a) Industry
(b) Services
(c) Agriculture
(d) Information Technology
Explanation: Despite its declining share in the GDP, the Agriculture sector remains the largest employer in Pakistan, absorbing approximately 37.4% of the total labour force. It is the backbone of the rural economy and provides a livelihood for the majority of the female labour force in rural areas. However, there is a gradual structural shift occurring as the Services sector is now closely following as the second largest employer.
#1700
Which country remains the top destination for Pakistani migrant workers seeking employment abroad in 2024-2025?
(a) United Arab Emirates
(b) Saudi Arabia
(c) Qatar
(d) United Kingdom
Explanation: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) continues to be the primary destination for Pakistani labour migration, hosting over 50% of the workers who went abroad in the 2024-2025 period. This migration is facilitated by various bilateral agreements and the 'Vision 2030' projects in KSA, which require a massive influx of construction, hospitality, and technical workers from Pakistan.