#1701

The total workers' remittances received by Pakistan in FY 2024-2025 were approximately in what range?

(a) $15 - $20 Billion

(b) $20 - $25 Billion

(c) $29 - $32 Billion

(d) $45 - $50 Billion

Explanation: For the fiscal year 2024-2025, Pakistan's workers' remittances showed a resilient trend, hovering around the $30 billion mark (specifically projected between $29 and $32 billion based on SBP data). These remittances, primarily originating from KSA, UAE, UK, and USA, are the second most important source of foreign exchange after exports and are crucial for managing the Current Account Deficit.

#1702

The term 'Brain Drain' in Pakistan refers to the high migration rate of which group in 2024-2025?

(a) Unskilled construction workers

(b) Highly skilled professionals (Doctors, Engineers, IT experts)

(c) Subsistence farmers

(d) Retail shopkeepers

Explanation: Pakistan has seen a sharp increase in 'Brain Drain' in 2024 and 2025, with over 800,000 Pakistanis leaving the country in a single year, many of whom are highly skilled professionals. The migration of doctors, engineers, and software experts to Europe, North America, and the Gulf is driven by economic instability and the search for better career prospects, posing a long-term challenge to Pakistan's domestic human capital development.

#1703

What is the 'Minimum Wage' for unskilled workers in Pakistan for the fiscal year 2024-2025 (specifically for the federal and Punjab regions)?

(a) PKR 25,000

(b) PKR 30,000

(c) PKR 37,000

(d) PKR 50,000

Explanation: In the 2024-2025 budgets, the government increased the minimum wage for unskilled workers to PKR 37,000 per month. This increase was aimed at providing relief to low-income groups amidst high inflation. However, implementation remains a challenge, particularly in the informal sector where workers are often paid below the legal threshold.

#1704

The 'Youth Unemployment Rate' in Pakistan is highest among which educational group in 2025?

(a) Illiterate youth

(b) Primary school dropouts

(c) University graduates

(d) Vocational diploma holders

Explanation: A concerning trend in Pakistan's labour market is that the unemployment rate is highest among university graduates compared to those with less formal education. This is due to a 'mismatch' between the skills taught in higher education and the requirements of the modern industry, leading to thousands of overqualified individuals unable to find suitable jobs.

#1705

In 2025, which digital platform was integrated with BEOE to allow Pakistani workers to find overseas jobs directly?

(a) Pak-Overseas Link

(b) E-Migrant Portal

(c) Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) Online

(d) Naya Pakistan Job Bank

Explanation: The Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) has modernized its online portal to allow citizens to apply for government-to-government (G2G) jobs, such as those in South Korea and Japan, without the need for middlemen. This digital transformation in 2024-2025 has improved transparency and reduced the cost of migration for many workers.

#1706

What is the 'Age Composition' of Pakistan's labour force in 2025?

(a) Mostly elderly (above 60)

(b) Predominantly young (64% below the age of 30)

(c) Equally distributed

(d) Shrinking due to low birth rates

Explanation: Pakistan possesses a 'Young Labour Force,' with nearly two-thirds of the population and a huge chunk of the workforce being under the age of 30. This demographic dividend provides a massive window of economic opportunity if the youth are provided with quality education and skills, but it can also lead to social unrest if jobs are not created.

#1707

In 2025, which new sector was identified for potential migration of 'IT Professionals' from Pakistan to Japan and Germany?

(a) Coal Mining

(b) Software Engineering and Digital Services

(c) Traditional Farming

(d) Handicrafts

Explanation: Under recent 'Specified Skilled Worker' agreements with Japan and skilled migration laws in Germany, Pakistan has started sending IT professionals and healthcare workers. This marks a shift from exporting only physical labour to exporting 'Knowledge Labour' in the 2024-2025 period.

#1708

In 2025, which province introduced a digital 'Domestic Workers Registration' portal to protect home-based labourers?

(a) Balochistan

(b) Punjab

(c) Sindh

(d) KPK

Explanation: The Punjab government has been a leader in implementing the 'Domestic Workers Act'. In 2024-2025, it launched a digital portal and mobile app to register domestic help (maids, drivers, cooks). This registration provides them with social security benefits, fixed working hours, and protection against harassment.

#1709

In 2025, which group was identified as 'Climate Migrants' in Pakistan following the recent extreme weather events?

(a) Rich business owners

(b) Populations from the Indus Delta and glacial melt zones

(c) Foreign tourists

(d) Military personnel

Explanation: Pakistan is one of the most climate-vulnerable countries. In 2024-2025, internal migration has been increasingly driven by 'climate shocks,' such as sea-water intrusion in the Indus Delta and flash floods in the north. Thousands are moving to cities because their traditional agricultural lands have become saline or been washed away.

#1710

Which international boundary fencing has reduced 'cross-border daily wage labour' in the 2024-2025 period?

(a) Line of Control

(b) Pak-Afghan Border (Durand Line)

(c) Wagah Border

(d) Sino-Pak Border

Explanation: Historically, thousands of people crossed the Afghan border daily for trade and casual labour. However, with the completion of the border fence and the implementation of a 'One Document Regime' (Visa and Passport) in 2024-2025, this informal cross-border movement of labour has been strictly regulated for security reasons.

#1711

In 2024-2025, 'Digital Nomad' visas in other countries have allowed many Pakistani freelancers to:

(a) Stop working

(b) Live abroad while working for their global clients legally

(c) Join the army

(d) Become farmers

Explanation: The 'Digital Nomad' trend has seen many young Pakistani IT and creative professionals move to countries like Dubai, Portugal, or Thailand while keeping their Pakistani residency. This 'virtual migration' allows them to earn in dollars and provides them with global exposure, though the government is working to provide similar facilities within Pakistan's STZs.

#1712

What is the primary reason for 'Urbanization' in Pakistan as of 2025?

(a) People like big buildings

(b) Search for economic opportunities and better service delivery in cities

(c) To escape the cold

(d) Government orders

Explanation: Urbanization in Pakistan is 'Opportunity Driven'. The concentration of industries, universities, and specialized hospitals in cities like Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad acts as a 'Pull Factor,' drawing millions from the neglected rural hinterlands who seek to join the formal and informal labour markets of the metropolises.

#1713

Which Pakistani city was declared as South Asia's cleanest city in 2025?

(a) Islamabad

(b) Lahore

(c) Peshawar

(d) Karachi

Explanation: In 2025, Islamabad was ranked as the cleanest city in South Asia. The capital city of Pakistan is known for its high-quality urban planning, extensive green belts, and effective waste management systems. This recognition highlights the success of recent environmental initiatives and urban development projects aimed at maintaining the city's scenic beauty and ecological balance.

#1714

Pakistan launched which communication satellite in 2025 to enhance its digital infrastructure?

(a) PRSS-2

(b) PakSat-MM1

(c) Badr-C

(d) PakSat-1R

Explanation: Pakistan launched the PakSat-MM1 communication satellite in 2025. This advanced multi-mission satellite is designed to provide high-speed broadband, DTH services, and improved connectivity across the country. It marks a significant milestone in Pakistan's space program and its efforts to promote a digital economy and bridge the digital divide in remote areas.

#1715

In 2025, which city's 'Spring Flower Show' at the Rose and Jasmine Garden remains a major attraction for the residents of the twin cities?

(a) Lahore

(b) Islamabad

(c) Karachi

(d) Peshawar

Explanation: The Rose and Jasmine Garden in Islamabad hosts an annual flower show that features hundreds of varieties of roses and seasonal blooms. Organized by the Capital Development Authority, it is a family-oriented festival that promotes environmental awareness and provides a serene recreational space for the inhabitants of Islamabad and Rawalpindi during the spring season.

#1716

In 2024-2025, which literary figure was posthumously honored with a major state award for their contribution to Urdu poetry and drama?

(a) Amjad Islam Amjad

(b) Munir Niazi

(c) Ahmed Faraz

(d) Habib Jalib

Explanation: Amjad Islam Amjad was a legendary poet and playwright who passed away in 2023. In the 2024-2025 honors lists, his immense contribution to Urdu literature and the television industry (specifically his masterpiece drama 'Waris') continued to be recognized with posthumous high-level civil awards. He was a bridge between classical traditions and modern sensibility, remaining one of Pakistan's most popular literary icons until his death.

#1717

As of 2025, which age group is considered 'Dependent' for educational and census planning in Pakistan?

(a) 0-5 years

(b) Under 15 and over 65

(c) 15-64 years

(d) Only students

Explanation: In demographic and educational planning, individuals under 15 (who are supposed to be in school) and those over 65 (who are retired) are categorized as the dependent population. Pakistan's high dependency ratio, driven by a large number of children under 15, places immense pressure on the working-age population and the state's budget for education and health.

#1718

The 'Digital Literacy' program launched by the Ministry of IT in 2025 focuses on which skill set?

(a) Typing only

(b) Coding, AI prompts, and Freelancing

(c) Repairing old radios

(d) Selling paper books

Explanation: The 2025 digital initiative aims to equip students with modern tech skills. By integrating coding and AI literacy into the school curriculum and providing training for freelancing, the government hopes to create a workforce that can compete in the multi-billion dollar global digital market.

#1719

In 2025, which province introduced 'Entrepreneurship' as a mandatory subject in technical colleges?

(a) Sindh

(b) KPK

(c) Punjab

(d) Balochistan

Explanation: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) took the lead in integrating entrepreneurship into the technical education curriculum. The goal is to encourage graduates to start their own small businesses rather than relying solely on government employment.

#1720

In 2025, Pakistan's 'Education for All' goal is being challenged by which primary economic factor?

(a) Low population

(b) High inflation and increased cost of school supplies

(c) Too much funding

(d) Low taxes

Explanation: Rising inflation has made uniforms, books, and transport unaffordable for low-income families. As a result, even where schools are available, many children are being pulled out to help their families cope with the cost of living, posing a major challenge to enrollment targets.

July 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions