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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.
#1781
Which Pakistani province announced its first-ever 'Deficit-Free' budget in 2024-2025 through radical fiscal reforms?
(a) Sindh
(b) Punjab
(c) KPK
(d) None of the above
Explanation: The Punjab government, under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, presented a budget for 2024-2025 that focused on revenue mobilization without increasing the deficit. The budget prioritized digital health, education, and the 'Kisan Card' scheme for agricultural growth.
#1782
In 2025, Pakistan successfully achieved its 'Export Target' for which product to the Chinese market under the second phase of CPFTA?
(a) Raw Cotton
(b) Cooked Meat and Cherries
(c) Luxury Carpets
(d) Sports Cars
Explanation: Under the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement (CPFTA) Phase II, the government successfully negotiated sanitary and phytosanitary protocols. In 2024-2025, Pakistan began exporting large quantities of cooked beef and high-quality cherries to China, diversifying its export basket.
#1783
In 2025, which international rating agency upgraded Pakistan's 'Economic Outlook' from stable to positive following the IMF deal?
(a) Moody's
(b) Fitch
(c) S&P Global
(d) All of the above
Explanation: Following the approval of the $7 billion IMF program and signs of macroeconomic stabilization (such as falling inflation and stable exchange rates), all three major global rating agencies upgraded Pakistan's credit rating and outlook in late 2024 and 2025.
#1784
In 2025, what was the primary focus of the government's 'Educational Emergency' declared in federal areas?
(a) Building private universities
(b) Enrolling Out-of-School Children (OOSC) and providing lunch programs
(c) Changing the uniform
(d) Selling school land
Explanation: The government launched a nationwide drive to enroll the estimated 26 million children currently out of school. In federal areas, this included providing free meals and digital labs to attract students back to public schools and improve literacy rates by 2026.
#1785
Who replaced Yousaf Raza Gillani as Prime Minister in June 2012?
(a) Shah Mehmood Qureshi
(b) Raja Pervez Ashraf
(c) Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain
(d) Mian Nawaz Sharif
Explanation: After the disqualification of Yousaf Raza Gillani, the PPP-led coalition elected Raja Pervez Ashraf as the Prime Minister. He served for the remaining duration of the assembly's term until March 2013.
#1786
Which major military operation was launched in June 2014 to clear North Waziristan of militants during the Nawaz Sharif administration?
(a) Operation Rah-e-Rast
(b) Operation Rah-e-Nijat
(c) Operation Zarb-e-Azb
(d) Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad
Explanation: Operation Zarb-e-Azb was launched on June 15, 2014, following a high-profile attack on Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. It was a joint military offensive aimed at eliminating local and foreign militant groups in North Waziristan, eventually leading to a significant decrease in terrorist incidents across the country.
#1787
What was the 'Model Town Incident' of June 2014 which remained a political challenge for the PML-N?
(a) A corruption scandal
(b) A violent clash between police and PAT workers in Lahore
(c) A factory fire
(d) A terrorist attack
Explanation: In June 2014, a police operation to remove barriers outside the residence of Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri led to a violent confrontation, resulting in the deaths of 14 PAT workers. The incident became a major tool for the opposition to challenge the legitimacy of the Sharif government.
#1788
What happens if the National Assembly does not pass the budget by June 30th?
(a) The previous year's budget automatically continues
(b) The government cannot legally spend any money starting July 1st
(c) The Prime Minister must resign immediately
(d) The Supreme Court takes over the treasury
Explanation: Budgetary authorization is strictly annual. If the Assembly fails to approve the Annual Budget Statement and the Finance Bill by the end of the fiscal year, the government loses the legal authority to withdraw money from the Consolidated Fund or collect taxes, leading to a 'government shutdown' scenario.
#1789
What is the significance of 'Freelancing' in Pakistan's services sector as of 2025?
(a) Pakistan ranks 4th globally in terms of growth in the freelance market
(b) It is the largest source of domestic tax
(c) It is only limited to the city of Islamabad
(d) It has no impact on foreign exchange
Explanation: Pakistan has emerged as a global powerhouse in freelancing, consistently ranking among the top 5 countries on platforms like Upwork and Fiverr. Freelancers contribute significantly to the service sector by bringing in millions of dollars in foreign exchange through software development, design, and content creation.
#1790
What is the '5G' status in Pakistan as of 2025?
(a) Already fully operational in all villages
(b) Testing phase complete, with auction and rollout planned for major cities
(c) Banned by the government
(d) Pakistan has decided to stick to 2G only
Explanation: Pakistan has successfully completed 5G trials. The government and PTA are working on the spectrum auction to roll out 5G in major urban centers, which is expected to revolutionize high-speed data services and the IoT ecosystem.
#1791
Which major investment-focused body was established in June 2023 under the PDM government to attract foreign investment?
(a) Board of Investment (BOI)
(b) Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)
(c) Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)
(d) National Economic Council (NEC)
Explanation: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) was established in June 2023 as a 'one-window' platform to facilitate foreign investment, particularly from Gulf countries. It is a civil-military collaborative body designed to streamline projects in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, IT, and energy, aimed at stabilizing the economy without bureaucratic hurdles.
#1792
In June 2023, Pakistan secured a 9-month Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF worth how much?
(a) $1 Billion
(b) $3 Billion
(c) $6 Billion
(d) $7 Billion
Explanation: After months of negotiations and the expiration of the previous Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the PDM government signed a $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF in late June 2023. This short-term bridge loan was critical in preventing a sovereign default and stabilizing the country's foreign exchange reserves before the upcoming elections.
#1793
In June 2023, the PDM government amended the Elections Act to limit the disqualification period of lawmakers to how many years?
(a) Permanent
(b) 10 years
(c) 5 years
(d) 3 years
Explanation: The amendment to the Elections Act 2017 reduced the disqualification period for lawmakers under Article 62(1)(f) to a maximum of five years. This was widely seen as a move to clear the way for PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif and IPP leader Jahangir Tareen to participate in future elections.
#1794
Who serves as the Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan as of 2025, having previously served as the Prime Minister?
(a) Sadiq Sanjrani
(b) Yousaf Raza Gillani
(c) Raza Rabbani
(d) Nayyar Bukhari
Explanation: Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, a senior leader of the PPP and former Prime Minister (2008-2012), was elected unopposed as the Chairman of the Senate in April 2024. His role is to preside over the upper house of parliament, ensuring the representation of provincial interests in the federal legislative process.
#1795
Who is the founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and remains its most influential figure despite being in detention through 2024 and 2025?
(a) Gohar Ali Khan
(b) Imran Khan
(c) Omar Ayub Khan
(d) Shibli Faraz
Explanation: Imran Khan, the former cricket star and 22nd Prime Minister, is the founder of PTI. Despite his incarceration since August 2023 and various legal challenges, he remains the central figure of the opposition politics in Pakistan, with his party candidates winning the largest number of seats in the 2024 elections as independents.
#1796
Who is the leader of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) and a prominent figure in the opposition as of late 2025?
(a) Siraj-ul-Haq
(b) Maulana Fazlur Rehman
(c) Maulana Mufti Mehmood
(d) Sajid Mir
Explanation: Maulana Fazlur Rehman is the head of the JUI-F and was the president of the PDM alliance. In late 2024 and 2025, he has taken an independent and often critical stance against both the government and the PTI, positioning himself as a key power broker in the parliament, especially during the debates on the 26th Constitutional Amendment.
#1797
Which leader serves as the Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives in 2025?
(a) Ishaq Dar
(b) Ahsan Iqbal
(c) Attaullah Tarar
(d) Musadik Malik
Explanation: Ahsan Iqbal of the PML-N is the Federal Minister for Planning. He is known as the primary architect of 'Vision 2025' and is the lead focal person for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, working to revive the momentum of the corridor's second phase.
#1798
Who serves as the Federal Minister for Petroleum and is a key figure in energy negotiations as of 2025?
(a) Hammad Azhar
(b) Dr. Musadik Malik
(c) Ghulam Sarwar Khan
(d) Omar Ayub
Explanation: Dr. Musadik Malik of the PML-N is the Federal Minister for Petroleum. He is a professional with extensive experience in the energy sector and is currently leading efforts to secure long-term LNG deals and exploring regional energy pipelines like TAPI.
#1799
A starts a business with an investment of Rs. 25000. After 3 months, B joins with Rs. 30000 and after another 3 months, C joins with Rs. 40000. If the total profit at the end of the year is Rs. 20250, what is the share of C?
(a) Rs. 5000
(b) Rs. 6000
(c) Rs. 6500
(d) Rs. 7000
Explanation: Time for A = 12 months, B = 9 months, C = 6 months. Ratio = (25000*12) : (30000*9) : (40000*6) = 300 : 270 : 240 = 10 : 9 : 8. Total parts = 27. C's share = (8/27) * 20250 = 8 * 750 = Rs. 6000.
#1800
A starts a business with an investment of Rs. 25000. After 3 months, B joins with Rs. 30000 and after another 3 months, C joins with Rs. 40000. If the total profit at the end of the year is Rs. 20250, what is the share of C?
(a) Rs. 5000
(b) Rs. 6000
(c) Rs. 6500
(d) Rs. 7000
Explanation: Time for A = 12 months, B = 9 months, C = 6 months. Ratio = (25000*12) : (30000*9) : (40000*6) = 300 : 270 : 240 = 10 : 9 : 8. Total parts = 27. C's share = (8/27) * 20250 = 8 * 750 = Rs. 6000.