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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.
#3501
Which of the following individuals was NOT reported as being present at the meeting between the President and the Prime Minister on June 8, 2026?
(a) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
(b) Syed Murad Ali Shah
(c) Raja Pervaiz Ashraf
(d) None of these
Explanation: All three individuals listed (Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Syed Murad Ali Shah, and Raja Pervaiz Ashraf) were explicitly mentioned as attendees at the meeting. Therefore, none of the options provided are correct as a 'not present' individual. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006163/in-meeting-with-pm-president-stresses-provincial-rights-economic-stability-in-upcoming-budget, 08 Jun 2026]
#3502
Which of the following Afghan provinces were targeted during the precision air strikes conducted by Pakistan on the night of June 28/29, 2026?
(a) Kandahar, Helmand, and Nimruz
(b) Nangarhar, Logar, and Khost
(c) Paktia, Paktika, and Kunar
(d) None of these
Explanation: The precision strikes targeted terrorist hideouts specifically located in the Paktia, Paktika, and Kunar provinces of Afghanistan. None of these is incorrect because the correct provinces are explicitly identified in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011438/security-forces-kill-29-terrorists-in-ground-ops-air-strikes-along-pak-afghan-border-info-minister, 28 Jun 2026]
#3503
Consider the following statements about the security operations conducted on June 28, 2026: 1. The ground operation resulted in the death of a high-value commander named Khan Farosh. 2. The Karachi Rangers camp attack was attributed to terrorists belonging to Jamaatul Ahrar. 3. The air strikes destroyed large quantities of weapons and ammunition stored at terrorist hideouts. 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. The ground operation neutralized Khan Farosh, the Karachi attack was linked to Jamaatul Ahrar, and the air strikes successfully destroyed significant caches of weapons and ammunition. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011438/security-forces-kill-29-terrorists-in-ground-ops-air-strikes-along-pak-afghan-border-info-minister, 28 Jun 2026]
#3504
Consider the following statements about the repatriation of Afghan nationals: 1. The government reported that over 1.1 million Afghan nationals were deported in 2025. 2. The current repatriation drive was first launched in 2023. 3. The directive requires daily reporting to the Ministry of Interior starting from July 10, 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: Statement 1 is correct as 1,155,221 individuals were deported in 2025. Statement 2 is correct as the drive began in 2023. Statement 3 is incorrect because the daily reporting requirement commences on July 11, 2026, not July 10. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011435/interior-ministry-issues-directive-to-arrest-afghan-nationals-without-valid-visas-from-july-10, 28 Jun 2026]
#3505
Following the price reduction announced on June 19, 2026, what is the new ex-depot price of petrol per litre?
(a) Rs299.78
(b) Rs311.78
(c) Rs373.78
(d) Rs378.78
Explanation: The new price of petrol was set at Rs299.78 per litre following the Rs74 reduction. Rs311.78 is the new price for high-speed diesel. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009236/pm-shehbaz-announces-reduction-in-prices-of-petrol-by-rs74-diesel-by-rs67, 19 Jun 2026]
#3506
Consider the following statements about the fuel price situation in 2026: 1. The peak prices for both petrol and diesel were recorded on April 3, 2026. 2. The government reduced the petroleum levy by Rs80 per litre in April 2026 to provide immediate relief. 3. The June 19, 2026, price reduction was attributed to the restoration of energy shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Which of the statements given above 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. The peak occurred on April 3, the levy was slashed by Rs80 to provide relief, and the June reduction was linked to the easing of tensions and the restoration of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009236/pm-shehbaz-announces-reduction-in-prices-of-petrol-by-rs74-diesel-by-rs67, 19 Jun 2026]
#3507
Which Pakistani official visited Tehran in June 2026 to deliver a message from the Chief of Defence Forces to the Iranian Supreme Leader?
(a) Shehbaz Sharif
(b) Asim Munir
(c) Mohsin Naqvi
(d) Bilawal Bhutto
Explanation: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Tehran to convey a message from the Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, to Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. Shehbaz Sharif is the Prime Minister who issued the public call for restraint, while Asim Munir is the Chief of Defence Forces. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006144/give-peace-a-little-more-chance-pm-shehbaz-calls-for-restraint-after-israel-iran-exchange-attacks, 08 Jun 2026]
#3508
Who served as the primary mediator for the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding signed on June 18, 2026?
(a) United Nations
(b) Pakistan
(c) European Union
(d) None of these
Explanation: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acted as the mediator for the agreement between the United States and Iran. The deal was signed in Islamabad, with Pakistan playing a critical role in facilitating the 14-point peace framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008902/landmark-islamabad-mou-to-go-a-long-way-in-rebuilding-iran-pm-shehbaz-tells-pezeshkian, 18 Jun 2026]
#3509
Consider the following statements about the airspace restrictions between Pakistan and India: 1. The airspace closure was initially implemented in response to tensions following an attack in Pahalgam. 2. Pakistan has offered a neutral probe into the allegations regarding the 2025 incident. 3. The airspace ban has been extended only once since its inception in 2025. 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 factually correct regarding the origin of the tensions and Pakistan's diplomatic stance. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ban has been extended multiple times since 2025. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
#3510
Which of the following is NOT a provision included in the Islamabad MoU signed on June 18, 2026?
(a) Immediate cessation of all Iranian military activities in the region
(b) Lifting of the US blockade on Iranian ports
(c) Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
(d) Waiver of oil sanctions crippling the Iranian economy
Explanation: The agreement focuses on ending the war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and lifting economic sanctions. There is no provision in the text regarding a total cessation of all Iranian military activities, making the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008902/landmark-islamabad-mou-to-go-a-long-way-in-rebuilding-iran-pm-shehbaz-tells-pezeshkian, 18 Jun 2026]
#3511
Which political leader met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on June 13, 2026, following parliamentary debates?
(a) Asad Qaiser
(b) Amir Dogar
(c) Ahsan Iqbal
(d) Mehmood Khan Achakzai
Explanation: Mehmood Khan Achakzai, the Opposition Leader, held a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the Saturday preceding the June 14, 2026, report. The other individuals mentioned are active participants in the National Assembly debates but were not the primary interlocutors in this specific meeting. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007773/info-minister-invites-opposition-to-sign-charter-of-economy-defends-proposed-fy27-budget, 14 Jun 2026]
#3512
Which of the following statements regarding the Senate debate on June 17, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) Senator Rana Mahmoodul Hassan demanded a separate South Punjab province.
(b) Senator Agha Shahzeb Durrani praised the PTI government's handling of the FBR.
(c) Senator Abid Sher Ali defended the current government's economic management.
(d) Senator Abdul Qadir criticized the influence of Independent Power Producers.
Explanation: Senator Agha Shahzeb Durrani actually alleged that the PTI had posted corrupt officers to the FBR, which the current government subsequently removed. Therefore, the statement that he praised the PTI's handling of the FBR is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008601/ppp-lawmaker-calls-for-separate-south-punjab-province-in-senate, 17 Jun 2026]
#3513
Which of the following is NOT a component or condition mentioned in the US-Iran MoU as of June 18, 2026?
(a) Sanctions relief
(b) Establishment of a reconstruction fund
(c) Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
(d) Immediate destruction of all nuclear facilities
Explanation: The agreement does not include a firm mechanism for the immediate destruction of Iran's nuclear program, which remains a point of contention. The other options are explicitly cited as parts of the deal or the negotiation framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008928/wake-up-us-vp-vance-rebukes-israeli-critics-of-iran-deal, 18 Jun 2026]
#3514
The recent exchange of attacks between Israel and Iran in June 2026 followed an Israeli airstrike on which specific location?
(a) Tehran city center
(b) Strait of Hormuz
(c) Beaufort Castle
(d) Southern suburbs of Beirut
Explanation: The hostilities were triggered by an Israeli airstrike on the southern suburbs of Beirut. Beaufort Castle is a historic site mentioned in the context of Israeli operations in Lebanon, but it was not the target of the specific airstrike that prompted the Iranian retaliation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006144/give-peace-a-little-more-chance-pm-shehbaz-calls-for-restraint-after-israel-iran-exchange-attacks, 08 Jun 2026]
#3515
Consider the following statements about development loans in Pakistan: 1. The markup rate for 2025-26 is lower than the rate charged in 2024-25. 2. The federal government charges markup on loans to provincial governments as a source of revenue. 3. Foreign re-lent loans are advanced by the federal government out of its own domestic resources. 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 rate dropped from 17.74 percent to 11.89 percent. Statement 2 is correct as markup on these loans is a key revenue stream. Statement 3 is incorrect because cash development loans are funded from domestic resources, while foreign re-lent loans are sourced from international lenders. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018194/centre-cuts-markup-on-uplift-loans-to-1189pc, 24 Jul 2026]
#3516
Nawaz Sharif returned to Pakistan on June 16, 2026, after spending three weeks in which two countries?
(a) Switzerland and Saudi Arabia
(b) United Kingdom and United Arab Emirates
(c) Turkey and Qatar
(d) China and Malaysia
Explanation: Nawaz Sharif returned to Lahore after a three-week visit to Switzerland and Saudi Arabia. The other options represent common travel destinations for Pakistani officials but are not the locations mentioned in this context. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
#3517
Consider the following statements about the political situation in AJK as of June 17, 2026: 1. The PML-N leadership expressed concern over the loss of lives during recent clashes. 2. AJK elections are scheduled to take place at the end of the following month. 3. The government of Pakistan has consistently supported the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination. Which of the statements given above 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 accurate: the leadership expressed sorrow over casualties, elections are slated for the end of July 2026, and the official stance of Pakistan remains supportive of the right to self-determination. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
#3518
In the context of the Senate debate on June 17, 2026, which sector did Senator Abdul Qadir identify as a 'mafia' that allegedly caused the reversal of the government's solar policy?
(a) National Highway Authority
(b) Federal Board of Revenue
(c) Independent Power Producers
(d) State Bank of Pakistan
Explanation: Senator Abdul Qadir alleged that Independent Power Producers (IPPs) acted as a mafia that pressured the government to reverse its solar policy. He further criticized the burden of capacity charges associated with these power agreements. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008601/ppp-lawmaker-calls-for-separate-south-punjab-province-in-senate, 17 Jun 2026]
#3519
Which of the following statements regarding the regional conflict in June 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) Pakistan has been actively involved in mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran.
(b) The ceasefire established in April 2026 has remained entirely free of military incidents.
(c) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged all sides to exercise restraint.
(d) Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Tehran to deliver a message from the Chief of Defence Forces.
Explanation: The ceasefire has been repeatedly tested by military incidents in and around the Gulf region, making the claim that it remained 'entirely free' of incidents false. The other statements accurately reflect the diplomatic and political events of June 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006144/give-peace-a-little-more-chance-pm-shehbaz-calls-for-restraint-after-israel-iran-exchange-attacks, 08 Jun 2026]
#3520
Consider the following statements about the US-Iran MoU signed in June 2026: 1. The US has already begun lifting its naval blockade as part of the agreement. 2. Vice President JD Vance expressed full confidence that the deal would be universally welcomed by the Israeli government. 3. The agreement includes a 60-day timeline for finalizing technical details. 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 Vance confirmed the US has allowed ships to pass through the blockade. Statement 3 is correct regarding the 60-day timeline. Statement 2 is incorrect because Vance explicitly rebuked Israeli critics of the deal, indicating it was not universally welcomed. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008928/wake-up-us-vp-vance-rebukes-israeli-critics-of-iran-deal, 18 Jun 2026]