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June 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#3261
On June 4, 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended a ceremony in Islamabad to commemorate which milestone of the United States?
(a) 200th anniversary
(b) 225th anniversary
(c) 275th anniversary
(d) 250th anniversary
Explanation: The event held in Islamabad on June 4, 2026, was specifically organized to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. This milestone reflects the long-standing diplomatic history between the two nations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005211/pm-shehbaz-hails-islamabads-true-and-special-relationship-with-washington-at-event-marking-us-250th-anniversary, 04 Jun 2026]
#3262
Consider the following statements about the US equity market performance in June 2026: 1. The S&P 500 ended a nine-week winning streak on June 5, 2026. 2. S&P Global has confirmed that it will change eligibility requirements to allow SpaceX to enter the S&P 500 index immediately. 3. Chipmaker Marvell Technology is considered a contender for addition to the S&P 500 benchmark index. 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 S&P 500 ended its nine-week run. Statement 3 is correct as Marvell Technology is a contender for index inclusion. Statement 2 is incorrect because S&P Global explicitly stated it would not change eligibility requirements for its major indices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005508/wall-street-ends-sharply-lower-as-chips-slide-jobs-data-fuels-rate-hike-fears, 05 Jun 2026]
#3263
During his visit to Pakistan on June 9, 2026, the Bahraini National Guard Commander held a meeting at the Naval Headquarters with which official?
(a) Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi
(b) Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi
(c) Admiral Naveed Ashraf
(d) Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan
Explanation: Admiral Naveed Ashraf is the current Chief of the Naval Staff of Pakistan. The other names listed are former naval chiefs and serve as plausible distractors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006391/bahrain-commander-meets-cdf-munir-discusses-strengthening-military-collaboration-ispr, 09 Jun 2026]
#3264
Consider the following statements about fuel pricing in Pakistan as of June 5, 2026: 1. The government has implemented four consecutive weekly reductions in petrol prices. 2. The cumulative decline in petrol prices over the four-week period is approximately Rs37 per litre. 3. Monthly sales demand for kerosene is significantly higher than that of petrol and high-speed diesel. 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 based on the reported data. Statement 3 is incorrect because kerosene demand is only 10,000 tonnes, whereas petrol and HSD demand is 700,000 to 800,000 tonnes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005447/govt-reduces-petrol-price-by-rs4-keeps-diesel-price-unchanged, 05 Jun 2026]
#3265
Who is the current US Secretary of State who testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 2, 2026?
(a) Antony Blinken
(b) Marco Rubio
(c) Mike Pompeo
(d) None of these
Explanation: Marco Rubio is the current US Secretary of State who appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 2, 2026, to discuss the State Department's budget and the ongoing conflict with Iran. Antony Blinken and Mike Pompeo are former Secretaries of State. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004681/iran-willing-to-negotiate-aspects-of-nuclear-programme-rubio-says-amid-escalating-scrutiny-over-war, 02 Jun 2026]
#3266
Consider the following statements about the security situation in Balochistan as of June 2, 2026: 1. The IBOs were launched following a suicide attack on a shuttle train in Quetta. 2. The military's media wing reported the recovery of weapons and explosives from the neutralized terrorists. 3. The counter-terrorism campaign 'Azm-e-Istehkam' was approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan. 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 ISPR report. The operations were a direct response to the Quetta train bombing, weapons were recovered, and the campaign is indeed part of the National Action Plan framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004690/security-forces-kill-17-terrorists-in-various-districts-of-balochistan-following-quetta-train-bombing-ispr, 02 Jun 2026]
#3267
Who is the current Chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) who addressed the media regarding the Gilgit-Baltistan election results on June 8, 2026?
(a) Imran Khan
(b) Barrister Gohar Ali Khan
(c) Mehmood Khan Achakzai
(d) None of these
Explanation: Barrister Gohar Ali Khan is the current Chairman of the PTI and led the party's response to the Gilgit-Baltistan election results. Imran Khan is the founding leader, but Gohar Ali Khan is the official Chairman who addressed the press conference. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006146/action-replay-of-2024-elections-pti-ttap-reject-gb-election-results-level-rigging-allegations, 08 Jun 2026]
#3268
Consider the following statements about the political discourse in Gilgit-Baltistan as of June 2026: 1. The PPP claims that the establishment of the GB assembly and the office of the Chief Minister was facilitated by President Asif Ali Zardari. 2. Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari expressed concern that competing parties might reverse legislation regarding land ownership if they secure a majority. 3. The PPP manifesto for the region focuses exclusively on urban infrastructure development in Gilgit city. 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 report attributes the regional assembly and identity to Asif Ali Zardari. Statement 2 is correct as Bilawal warned that other parties might tear up land legislation. Statement 3 is incorrect because the party's focus is broader, including land ownership and employment across the entire region, not just urban infrastructure in Gilgit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005196/at-ghizer-rally-bilawal-urges-voters-to-give-ppp-heavy-mandate-to-safeguard-regions-rights, 04 Jun 2026]
#3269
Which of the following statements regarding the security operations reported on June 2, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The operations were conducted in response to a suicide car bomb attack on a shuttle train.
(b) The operations were limited exclusively to the city of Quetta.
(c) The Quetta train attack resulted in 14 fatalities.
(d) Security forces recovered improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from the terrorists.
Explanation: The statement that operations were limited to Quetta is incorrect because the ISPR report specified that the IBOs were conducted across multiple districts including Mastung, Nushki, Khuzdar, and Kech. The other statements accurately reflect the details provided in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004690/security-forces-kill-17-terrorists-in-various-districts-of-balochistan-following-quetta-train-bombing-ispr, 02 Jun 2026]
#3270
General Shaikh Mohammad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, who visited Pakistan on June 9, 2026, holds which of the following positions?
(a) Commander of the Bahrain National Guard
(b) Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force
(c) Minister of Interior of Bahrain
(d) None of these
Explanation: General Shaikh Mohammad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa is the Commander of the Bahrain National Guard. The other options represent different military or government roles within the Kingdom of Bahrain. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006391/bahrain-commander-meets-cdf-munir-discusses-strengthening-military-collaboration-ispr, 09 Jun 2026]
#3271
The National Assembly session summoned by President Zardari on June 10, 2026, was identified as which session of the 16th National Assembly?
(a) 26th session
(b) 27th session
(c) 28th session
(d) None of these
Explanation: The official notification issued by the presidency confirmed that the session convened on June 10, 2026, was the 28th session of the 16th National Assembly. The other options are incorrect as they do not align with the official parliamentary record for that date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]
#3272
Which of the following statements regarding the Germany vs. Curacao match on June 14, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) Curacao was making its debut in the FIFA World Cup.
(b) Germany won the match with a final score of 7-1.
(c) Livano Comenencia scored the only goal for Curacao.
(d) The match was held in the final stage of the knockout rounds.
Explanation: The match was an opening Group E fixture, not a knockout round match. The other three statements accurately describe the debutant status of Curacao, the final score, and the goalscorer for Curacao. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]
#3273
Consider the following statements about the Germany vs. Curacao match held on June 14, 2026: 1. Kai Havertz scored two goals during the match. 2. The Curacao fans are known as the Blue Wave. 3. Germany had not won an opening match at a World Cup since 2014. 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 match report. Kai Havertz scored a double, the Curacao fans are referred to as the Blue Wave, and Germany had indeed not won an opening match since their 2014 title run. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]
#3274
What percentage of possession did Spain hold during their match against Cape Verde on June 15, 2026?
(a) 65 per cent
(b) 70 per cent
(c) 74 per cent
(d) 80 per cent
Explanation: Spain maintained 74 per cent possession throughout the match but failed to score. The other figures are incorrect estimates of their dominance in the game. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008115/spain-held-0-0-by-world-cup-debutants-cape-verde, 15 Jun 2026]
#3275
In the meeting at Air Headquarters on June 9, 2026, discussions between the Bahraini commander and the Pakistan Air Force leadership focused on which of the following emerging technologies?
(a) Space-based orbital weaponry
(b) Nuclear propulsion systems
(c) Submarine-launched ballistic missiles
(d) Drones and artificial intelligence
Explanation: The discussions at Air Headquarters specifically highlighted emerging defence technologies including drones, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and advanced sensors. The other options are not related to the specific technological focus mentioned in the official ISPR statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006391/bahrain-commander-meets-cdf-munir-discusses-strengthening-military-collaboration-ispr, 09 Jun 2026]
#3276
Consider the following statements about the parliamentary sessions summoned in June 2026: 1. The President summoned both the National Assembly and the Senate to meet on June 10, 2026. 2. The federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 was scheduled to be presented in Parliament on June 10, 2026. 3. The National Economic Council meeting was postponed multiple times prior to the budget session. 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 both houses were summoned for June 10. Statement 2 is incorrect because, while the sessions were summoned on June 10, the budget presentation was expected on June 12. Statement 3 is correct as the NEC meeting faced multiple postponements due to negotiations over provincial shares. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]
#3277
Consider the following statements about the 2026 Iran agreement: 1. The agreement was signed electronically by President Trump and Vice President Vance on the Sunday preceding June 16, 2026. 2. The full text of the memorandum of understanding has been released to the public to ensure transparency. 3. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has expressed that he currently lacks sufficient information to judge the merits of the deal. 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 deal was signed electronically on Sunday. Statement 2 is false because the administration has not yet released the text of the memorandum, which is the core of the lawmakers' complaints. Statement 3 is correct as Senator Thune explicitly stated he did not know enough about the deal to judge it. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008356/trump-open-to-congressional-review-of-iran-deal-as-lawmakers-seek-details, 16 Jun 2026]
#3278
Which player was sent off during the Belgium versus Iran match on June 21, 2026?
(a) Kevin De Bruyne
(b) Romelu Lukaku
(c) Nathan Ngoy
(d) Thibaut Courtois
Explanation: Nathan Ngoy was dismissed after a red card for hauling down Mehdi Taremi following a mis-hit backpass. The other players listed remained on the pitch for their respective teams. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009791/iran-frustrate-star-studded-belgium-to-steal-another-world-cup-point, 21 Jun 2026]
#3279
Which of the following statements regarding the political situation in the UK as of June 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The British Prime Minister is required to be a member of the House of Lords to lead the government.
(b) Keir Starmer has faced internal pressure following Labour's performance in local and regional polls.
(c) Andy Burnham serves as the Mayor of Greater Manchester.
(d) Peter Kyle serves as the Business Secretary in the current government.
Explanation: The statement that a Prime Minister must be a member of the House of Lords is incorrect; a Prime Minister must be a member of Parliament (typically the House of Commons). The other statements are factually accurate based on the provided information. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009758/uk-pm-starmer-mulling-political-realities-senior-minister, 21 Jun 2026]
#3280
Consider the following statements about the federal budget for FY2026-27: 1. The budget presentation is scheduled for June 12, 2026. 2. Provincial shares from the federal divisible pool are proposed to be increased significantly. 3. The government aims to cover an estimated Rs800 billion revenue shortfall.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct regarding the date. Statement 3 is correct regarding the revenue shortfall. Statement 2 is incorrect because the agreement stipulates that provincial shares will remain frozen at the current fiscal year's position. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006648/finance-minister-aurangzeb-to-present-budget-for-fy2026-27-on-june-12, 10 Jun 2026]