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April 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#8521
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments in April 2026: 1. The ceasefire between the US and Iran is scheduled to expire on April 22, 2026. 2. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed President Asif Ali Zardari on his upcoming visits to Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. 3. The US and Iran have not engaged in any direct dialogue since 1979 prior to the 2026 Islamabad talks. 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 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Islamabad talks marked the highest engagement since 1979, but it does not imply that no other form of dialogue occurred in the intervening decades. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991712/trump-says-us-iran-talks-could-resume-over-the-next-two-days-were-more-inclined-to-go-to-pakistan, 14 Apr 2026]
#8522
What was the record voter turnout recorded during the 2026 Hungarian parliamentary elections?
(a) 77.8 percent
(b) 72.5 percent
(c) 67.0 percent
(d) 82.1 percent
Explanation: The election saw a record turnout of 77.8 percent at 6:30 pm local time. This high participation reflects the intense public interest in the contest between Orban and Magyar. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991135/viktor-orban-concedes-painful-defeat-to-conservative-peter-magyar-in-hungary-polls, 12 Apr 2026]
#8523
Who is the political newcomer that defeated Viktor Orban in the 2026 Hungarian elections?
(a) Gergley Gulyas
(b) Peter Magyar
(c) JD Vance
(d) None of these
Explanation: Peter Magyar, a former government insider, emerged as the primary challenger and victor in the 2026 parliamentary elections. Gergley Gulyas is Orban's chief of staff. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991135/viktor-orban-concedes-painful-defeat-to-conservative-peter-magyar-in-hungary-polls, 12 Apr 2026]
#8524
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments in 2026: 1. Pakistan initiated contact with regional leaders immediately following the start of the conflict on February 28. 2. The US-Iran talks in Islamabad were aimed at addressing the global fuel crisis and regional instability. 3. The quadrilateral moot in Islamabad included representatives from the United States and Iran. 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 as they reflect the timeline of Pakistan's diplomatic engagement and the objectives of the talks. Statement 3 is incorrect because the quadrilateral moot involved Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkiye, and Pakistan, not the US or Iran directly. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991120/dar-briefs-turkish-saudi-egyptian-fms-on-islamabad-talks-reaffirms-support-for-diplomacy-and-dialogue, 12 Apr 2026]
#8525
On April 12, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar held telephonic conversations regarding the Islamabad Talks with the foreign ministers of which of the following groups of countries?
(a) Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye
(b) China, Iran, and the United States
(c) Qatar, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates
(d) None of these
Explanation: Ishaq Dar engaged in diplomatic outreach with the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye to brief them on the status of the US-Iran talks held in Islamabad. These nations are key regional stakeholders involved in the broader de-escalation efforts. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991120/dar-briefs-turkish-saudi-egyptian-fms-on-islamabad-talks-reaffirms-support-for-diplomacy-and-dialogue, 12 Apr 2026]
#8526
Consider the following statements about the meeting between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on April 10, 2026: 1. The Prime Minister recalled a recent telephone conversation with the Crown Prince. 2. The meeting focused exclusively on military procurement and defense hardware. 3. The Saudi Finance Minister reaffirmed the resolve to strengthen fraternal bonds.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 and 3 are factually correct based on the official readout. Statement 2 is incorrect because the meeting focused on trade, investment, and economic development, not exclusively on military procurement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990567/in-meeting-with-saudi-finance-minister-pm-emphasises-strong-commitment-to-expanding-cooperation-in-all-spheres, 10 Apr 2026]
#8527
Consider the following statements about the 2026 Hungarian elections: 1. Peter Magyar's party secured more than two-thirds of the parliamentary seats. 2. Viktor Orban was seeking his fifth consecutive term in office. 3. The election results were finalized and confirmed by the European Union before Orban conceded. 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 as Magyar won 137 seats (over two-thirds) and Orban was indeed seeking a fifth term. Statement 3 is incorrect because Orban conceded while results were still being counted and not yet final. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991135/viktor-orban-concedes-painful-defeat-to-conservative-peter-magyar-in-hungary-polls, 12 Apr 2026]
#8528
Consider the following statements about the energy conservation measures announced in April 2026: 1. The federal government decided that markets in provinces other than Sindh should close by 8:00 PM. 2. The Sindh government notification applies to both weekdays and weekends. 3. The austerity measures were triggered by the global fuel crisis resulting from the US-Israel war on Iran. 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 accurate based on the government's policy announcements. The federal directive specifically excluded Sindh initially, the Sindh notification covers the entire week, and the geopolitical cause of the fuel crisis is correctly identified. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990483/sindh-implements-austerity-measures-notifies-early-market-closure-among-other-steps, 10 Apr 2026]
#8529
Who led the Iranian delegation that arrived in Islamabad for the 2026 talks?
(a) Abbas Araghchi
(b) Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf
(c) Ali Khamenei
(d) None of these
Explanation: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, led the delegation to Islamabad. Abbas Araghchi was part of the delegation as the Foreign Minister, but he was not the head of the delegation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990461/vance-en-route-iranian-delegation-touches-down-for-islamabad-talks, 10 Apr 2026]
#8530
Which of the following is NOT a precondition mentioned by the Iranian side for the commencement of negotiations in 2026?
(a) A ceasefire in Lebanon
(b) The release of Iran's blocked assets
(c) The immediate withdrawal of US forces from the Middle East
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Iranian side specifically cited a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of blocked assets as their preconditions. The withdrawal of US forces was not listed as a specific precondition for these talks. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990461/vance-en-route-iranian-delegation-touches-down-for-islamabad-talks, 10 Apr 2026]
#8531
Which US official was tasked with leading the American delegation to the 2026 Islamabad Talks?
(a) Donald Trump
(b) JD Vance
(c) Antony Blinken
(d) None of these
Explanation: US Vice President JD Vance was the official designated to lead the American delegation to Islamabad. Donald Trump provided the guidelines for the negotiations but did not travel to Pakistan himself. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990461/vance-en-route-iranian-delegation-touches-down-for-islamabad-talks, 10 Apr 2026]
#8532
Who led the Iranian delegation during the peace talks held in Islamabad on April 11, 2026?
(a) Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf
(b) Hossein Amir-Abdollahian
(c) Ali Bagheri Kani
(d) None of these
Explanation: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, led the Iranian delegation during the Islamabad talks. The other names listed are prominent Iranian officials but were not the heads of this specific delegation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990743/us-iran-search-for-breakthrough-in-islamabad-as-talks-stretch-into-third-round, 11 Apr 2026]
#8533
Which international forum did Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan invite Ishaq Dar to attend during their conversation on April 12, 2026?
(a) Doha Peace Conference
(b) Istanbul Security Summit
(c) Antalya Diplomacy Forum
(d) Ankara Global Dialogue
Explanation: The Turkish Foreign Minister extended an invitation to the Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister for the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. This forum is a prominent platform for discussing international relations and conflict resolution. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991120/dar-briefs-turkish-saudi-egyptian-fms-on-islamabad-talks-reaffirms-support-for-diplomacy-and-dialogue, 12 Apr 2026]
#8534
Which of the following statements regarding the meeting on April 10, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The meeting took place at the Prime Minister House.
(b) The Chief of Army Staff attended the meeting.
(c) The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for Saudi Arabia's economic support.
(d) The Saudi Finance Minister was on a three-day official visit to Pakistan.
Explanation: The Saudi Finance Minister was on a one-day visit, not a three-day visit. The other statements accurately reflect the details of the event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990567/in-meeting-with-saudi-finance-minister-pm-emphasises-strong-commitment-to-expanding-cooperation-in-all-spheres, 10 Apr 2026]
#8535
Which official shared the notification for the new fuel prices on X on April 10, 2026?
(a) Shehbaz Sharif
(b) Asim Munir
(c) Ishaq Dar
(d) None of these
Explanation: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar shared the official notification regarding the new fuel prices on the platform X. While the Prime Minister announced the policy, the notification was shared by the Foreign Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990554/govt-reduces-petrol-price-by-rs12-per-litre-hsd-by-rs135, 10 Apr 2026]
#8536
Who is the Israeli National Security Minister responsible for the April 2026 incursion into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound?
(a) Benjamin Netanyahu
(b) Itamar Ben-Gvir
(c) Yoav Gallant
(d) None of these
Explanation: Itamar Ben-Gvir is the National Security Minister who led the incursion into the Al-Aqsa compound in April 2026. Benjamin Netanyahu is the Prime Minister, and Yoav Gallant is a separate cabinet official, making them incorrect choices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991141/israeli-minister-storms-al-aqsa-mosque-again-amid-restrictions-on-worshippers, 12 Apr 2026]
#8537
The quadrilateral moot held in Islamabad on March 29, 2026, focused on de-escalation efforts in which region?
(a) South Asia
(b) The Middle East
(c) Central Asia
(d) The Horn of Africa
Explanation: The quadrilateral moot involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye was specifically convened to address the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The discussions aimed to facilitate a ceasefire between the US and Iran. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991120/dar-briefs-turkish-saudi-egyptian-fms-on-islamabad-talks-reaffirms-support-for-diplomacy-and-dialogue, 12 Apr 2026]
#8538
Who visited Islamabad on April 10, 2026, to meet with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif regarding bilateral cooperation?
(a) Mohammed bin Abdullah al Jadaan
(b) Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud
(c) Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
(d) None of these
Explanation: Mohammed bin Abdullah al Jadaan is the Saudi Finance Minister who conducted a one-day visit to Islamabad on the specified date. Faisal bin Farhan is the Foreign Minister, making him a plausible but incorrect distractor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990567/in-meeting-with-saudi-finance-minister-pm-emphasises-strong-commitment-to-expanding-cooperation-in-all-spheres, 10 Apr 2026]
#8539
What is the permitted operating window for restaurants and food outlets in Sindh under the 2026 austerity notification?
(a) 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
(b) 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM
(c) 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
(d) None of these
Explanation: The notification allows restaurants and food outlets to operate for dinner services between 7:00 PM and 11:30 PM. Takeaway and home delivery services are permitted to continue without these specific time restrictions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990483/sindh-implements-austerity-measures-notifies-early-market-closure-among-other-steps, 10 Apr 2026]
#8540
Which of the following statements regarding the government's fuel price policy on April 10, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The government decided to discontinue all targeted subsidy initiatives immediately.
(b) The Prime Minister rejected the recommendation to only partially pass on the relief to the public.
(c) The price of kerosene was reduced by Rs17.33 per litre.
(d) The price of light diesel oil was reduced to Rs369.72 per litre.
Explanation: The government explicitly stated that targeted subsidy initiatives would not be discontinued. Options A, B, and D are factually correct statements regarding the policy announcement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990554/govt-reduces-petrol-price-by-rs12-per-litre-hsd-by-rs135, 10 Apr 2026]