June 2025 Edition
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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.
#1601
Which Pakistani city was declared as South Asia's cleanest city in 2025, an achievement often showcased in regional municipal forums?
(a) Islamabad
(b) Lahore
(c) Peshawar
(d) Karachi
Explanation: Islamabad was ranked as the cleanest city in South Asia in 2025. This achievement highlights the successful implementation of sustainable urban management, waste processing, and environmental policies in the capital, serving as a model for urban development within international organizations focusing on sustainable cities.
#1602
Pakistan launched which communication satellite in 2025 to boost its digital infrastructure and connectivity?
(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 provides high-speed internet and digital services, aiding Pakistan's goals of digital sovereignty and fulfilling technical standards required by international telecommunications bodies like the ITU.
#1603
Which international organization did Pakistan join as a full member in June 2017 to enhance Eurasian security and economic ties?
(a) ASEAN
(b) SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization)
(c) BRICS
(d) Arab League
Explanation: Pakistan (along with India) was admitted as a full member of the SCO during the Astana Summit in 2017. Membership in the SCO provides Pakistan with a platform for regional counter-terrorism cooperation (through RATS) and economic connectivity with Russia, China, and Central Asia.
#1604
In 2025, which international body's President visited Pakistan and praised the 'Kartarpur Corridor' as a model for inter-faith harmony?
(a) UN General Assembly
(b) OIC
(c) The Arab League
(d) European Parliament
Explanation: The President of the UNGA visited Pakistan in early 2025. During the visit, they described the Kartarpur Corridor as a landmark project for religious diplomacy. The corridor connects India to one of the holiest sites for Sikhs in Pakistan, promoting people-to-people contact.
#1605
Pakistan’s 'Polio-Free' status goal in 2025 is supported by which philanthropic organization through the WHO?
(a) The Marshall Plan
(b) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
(c) The Rockefeller Foundation
(d) The Aga Khan Foundation only
Explanation: The Gates Foundation is one of the largest donors to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. Bill Gates has visited Pakistan and pledged continued support to the government to overcome the remaining hurdles (security and vaccine hesitancy) to eliminate the virus.
#1606
Which Pakistani official was elected as the Vice-President of the UN General Assembly's 79th session (2024-2025)?
(a) Munir Akram
(b) Permanent Representative from the mission in New York
(c) The Prime Minister
(d) The Foreign Minister
Explanation: Pakistan was elected as one of the Vice-Presidents of the 79th UNGA session. This role allows Pakistan to participate in the UN General Committee, which manages the Assembly’s work program and agenda, giving the country a voice in setting global priorities.
#1607
In early 2025, Pakistan and ______ discussed a 'Currency Swap' agreement to reduce reliance on the US Dollar for bilateral trade?
(a) USA
(b) Russia and Iran
(c) United Kingdom
(d) Australia
Explanation: Pakistan is exploring settling bilateral trade in local currencies (Ruble/Rial/Rupee) with Russia and Iran. This is part of a broader trend among developing nations to bypass the dollar-denominated global financial system and to manage foreign exchange shortages.
#1608
The 'Special Investment Facilitation Council' (SIFC) identifies which sector as a 'Green' investment priority in 2025?
(a) Coal-fired power plants
(b) Corporate Farming and Mineral Extraction for EV batteries
(c) Tobacco farming
(d) None of the above
Explanation: The SIFC is promoting 'Green FDI.' It seeks investment in large-scale corporate farming using water-efficient technology and the mining of critical minerals like lithium and copper, which are essential for the global shift to electric vehicles and renewable energy.
#1609
In 2025, which international body's President visited Pakistan and praised its 'Digital Pakistan' vision?
(a) World Bank
(b) UN General Assembly (79th Session President)
(c) NATO
(d) IMF
Explanation: The UNGA President visited Pakistan in early 2025. During the visit, they lauded Pakistan's progress in sustainable urban development and its 'Digital Pakistan' vision, which align with the regional goals of both the SCO and the UN's Sustainable Development Agenda.
#1610
In 2025, which international body's President visited Pakistan and acknowledged its sacrifices in the war against terrorism during a speech at the Foreign Office?
(a) World Bank
(b) UN General Assembly (President of the 79th Session)
(c) NATO
(d) Interpol
Explanation: The President of the UNGA visited Pakistan in 2025. This visit was diplomatically significant as it provided an opportunity for Pakistan to highlight its role in UN peacekeeping and its heavy human and economic losses in the global fight against extremism.
#1611
Which Muslim majority country is the largest exporter of palm oil to Pakistan as of 2024-2025?
(a) Saudi Arabia
(b) Indonesia
(c) Egypt
(d) Jordan
Explanation: Indonesia is the primary supplier of palm oil to Pakistan. The bilateral trade relationship is robust, and both countries are working toward a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to further boost commercial ties and investment.
#1612
The Plan for the division of the Indo-Pak subcontinent (the 3rd June Plan) was officially announced on:
(a) 3rd June, 1947
(b) 14th August, 1947
(c) 13th April, 1954
(d) 23rd March, 1940
Explanation: The final plan for the partition of India and the transfer of power, commonly known as the Mountbatten Plan or the 3rd June Plan, was announced by the British government on June 3, 1947. It laid out the timeline for independence and the mechanism for the creation of two sovereign states, India and Pakistan.
#1613
The Eighth Amendment, introduced by the Junejo government, was approved by the Senate on:
(a) 28 September, 1985
(b) 29 September, 1985
(c) 30 September, 1985
(d) 31 October, 1985
Explanation: The Eighth Amendment was a landmark piece of legislation that indemnified the actions of the martial law regime and granted the President the power to dissolve the National Assembly. It was approved by the Senate on October 31, 1985.
#1614
President Zia-ul-Haq dissolved the Junejo government and the assemblies on:
(a) 29 May, 1988
(b) 30 May, 1988
(c) 1 June, 1988
(d) 2 June, 1988
Explanation: On May 29, 1988, President Zia-ul-Haq dismissed Prime Minister Junejo and dissolved the National Assembly using Article 58-2b. He cited the government's failure to maintain law and order and the slow pace of Islamization as the official reasons.
#1615
Which member of the dissolved assembly challenged the dissolution of the Junejo government in the Lahore High Court?
(a) Haji Mohammad Sharif
(b) Haji Mohammad Saifullah
(c) Haji Mohammad Yar Khan
(d) Haji Muhammad Doltana
Explanation: Haji Muhammad Saifullah challenged the dissolution of the assemblies. The court ruled that the dissolution was unsustainable in law as the grounds were too vague, but it did not restore the assembly because the election process had already begun.
#1616
General Pervez Musharraf became the President of Pakistan on 20th June, 2001. Who was the sitting President before him?
(a) Waseem Sajjad
(b) Rafique Tarar
(c) Farooq Leghari
(d) None of these
Explanation: Muhammad Rafiq Tarar served as the President until June 20, 2001, when Musharraf formally assumed the presidency after Tarar's resignation.
#1617
In 2025, Pakistan Railways launched a 'Track Revamp Plan' worth how much?
(a) Rs 10 billion
(b) Rs 50 billion
(c) Rs 100 billion
(d) Rs 250 billion
Explanation: In November 2025, Pakistan Railways announced a massive Rs 100 billion rehabilitation project to upgrade 19 branch lines across the country, covering 2,479 kilometers of track to improve safety and connectivity.
#1618
In 2025, which international financial institution reaffirmed support for Pakistan's ML-1 railway project?
(a) World Bank
(b) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
(c) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
(d) Islamic Development Bank
Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) reaffirmed its support and finalized agreements for the ML-1 project in December 2025 as part of Pakistan's efforts toward economic and logistics modernization.
#1619
What is the total length of Pakistan's railway network as of 2025?
(a) 5,500 km
(b) 7,791 km
(c) 11,881 km
(d) 15,000 km
Explanation: Pakistan's total rail network is approximately 11,881 kilometers long, ranking it among the significant networks in the region, although active operational length varies based on maintenance.
#1620
The 'Panda Bond' initiative mentioned in 2025 news is related to financing projects from which country?
(a) USA
(b) Saudi Arabia
(c) China
(d) United Kingdom
Explanation: A Panda Bond is a yuan-denominated sovereign bond issued by a non-Chinese issuer in China. Pakistan prepared to launch its first Panda bond in 2025 to diversify funding sources for CPEC and other projects.