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August 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#2841
Which of the following statements regarding the LNG procurement process in May 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) PLL floated urgent tenders on a 36-hour notice.
(b) The tenders were issued to address power shortfalls.
(c) Qatar has maintained full supply capacity to Pakistan despite regional tensions.
(d) TotalEnergies submitted a bid priced at $16.98 per mmBtu.
Explanation: Qatar declared force majeure on its global LNG contracts, including those with Pakistan, due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Therefore, the statement that Qatar maintained full supply capacity is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998447/pakistan-turns-down-two-lowest-evaluated-lng-bids, 07 May 2026]
#2842
Consider the following statements about the 2026 T20 World Cup final: 1. Sanju Samson scored 89 runs off 46 balls in the final. 2. Abhishek Sharma was the bowler who claimed the final wicket of the match. 3. New Zealand had previously lost a T20 World Cup final to Australia in 2021. 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. Sanju Samson's innings, Abhishek Sharma's final wicket, and New Zealand's 2021 loss to Australia are all verified details of the event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979853/india-crush-new-zealand-to-win-third-t20-world-cup-title, 08 Mar 2026]
#2843
Arafat Minhas achieved a historic milestone during the ODI match against Australia on May 30, 2026, by becoming the first Pakistani bowler to:
(a) Take five wickets on his ODI debut
(b) Take a hat-trick on his ODI debut
(c) Score a century on his ODI debut
(d) Take ten wickets in a single match
Explanation: Arafat Minhas finished with figures of 5-32, making him the first home bowler to claim five wickets in an ODI debut. While other bowlers have taken wickets, this specific five-wicket feat on debut is a unique record for a Pakistani player in this format. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003971/pakistan-outspins-australia-in-milestone-odi-as-minhas-makes-history, 30 May 2026]
#2844
Who is the current Foreign Minister of Iran who visited Pakistan in April 2026?
(a) Hossein Amir-Abdollahian
(b) Mohammad Javad Zarif
(c) Abbas Araghchi
(d) Ali Bagheri Kani
Explanation: Abbas Araghchi is the Iranian Foreign Minister who conducted the diplomatic visits to Pakistan in April 2026. The other individuals listed are former or alternative Iranian officials not serving in this capacity during the specified event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995258/irans-araghchi-visits-pakistan-for-2nd-time-in-two-days-envoy-says-trip-undertaken-to-discuss-regional-developments, 26 Apr 2026]
#2845
The global fuel supply crunch mentioned in the context of the 2026 price hikes is attributed to the closure of which strategic maritime chokepoint?
(a) Suez Canal
(b) Malacca Strait
(c) Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
(d) Strait of Hormuz
Explanation: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which historically handles one-fifth of global oil and gas supplies, is cited as a primary cause for the global fuel market volatility. The other straits listed are critical maritime routes but were not the focus of this specific supply disruption. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994758/govt-hikes-petrol-high-speed-diesel-prices-by-rs26, 24 Apr 2026]
#2846
The match held on May 30, 2026, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium represented which milestone for the Pakistan national cricket team?
(a) Their 500th ODI match
(b) Their 750th ODI match
(c) Their 1,000th ODI match
(d) Their 1,200th ODI match
Explanation: The match against Australia was officially recognized as Pakistan's 1,000th One-Day International. This milestone highlights the longevity and participation of the team in the international cricket circuit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003971/pakistan-outspins-australia-in-milestone-odi-as-minhas-makes-history, 30 May 2026]
#2847
What was the primary reason for the disruption of LNG supplies from Qatar to Pakistan in early 2026?
(a) Technical issues at the Qatari liquefaction plant
(b) Failure of the regasification terminals
(c) Default on payment by the government
(d) Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Explanation: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint, prevented LNG-loaded vessels from reaching their destinations, forcing Qatar to declare force majeure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994734/pakistan-secures-3-bids-for-spot-lng-cargoes, 24 Apr 2026]
#2848
Who served as the stand-in captain for the Australian cricket team during the ODI match on May 30, 2026?
(a) Pat Cummins
(b) Matthew Renshaw
(c) Mitchell Starc
(d) Josh Inglis
Explanation: With regular captain Pat Cummins absent, Josh Inglis took on the leadership role for the Australian side. Other players like Renshaw and Starc were present or mentioned, but Inglis held the captaincy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003971/pakistan-outspins-australia-in-milestone-odi-as-minhas-makes-history, 30 May 2026]
#2849
The 2026 FIFA World Cup was jointly hosted by which of the following groups of nations?
(a) United States, Brazil, and Mexico
(b) Canada, Mexico, and Argentina
(c) United States, Canada, and Mexico
(d) United States, Canada, and Brazil
Explanation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup was hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The other options include countries that were not part of the official host consortium. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017229/5-questions-that-continue-to-linger-after-the-fifa-world-cup, 21 Jul 2026]
#2850
According to the statement made on July 22, 2026, which entity does the New York City Mayor identify as having the legal authority to execute an ICC warrant?
(a) The United States federal government
(b) The New York State Supreme Court
(c) The New York Police Department
(d) The United Nations Security Council
Explanation: The Mayor clarified that municipal authorities lack the power to enforce international warrants, explicitly calling upon the US federal government to intervene. The NYPD and state courts do not possess jurisdiction over international diplomatic arrests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017473/he-is-a-war-criminal-mamdani-says-ny-cannot-arrest-netanyahu-on-icc-warrant-urges-us-federal-officials-to-step-in, 22 Jul 2026]
#2851
Consider the following statements about the 2026 FIFA World Cup: 1. The tournament was the most expansive edition held to date. 2. The final match featured a halftime show inspired by the Super Bowl. 3. FIFA's disciplinary processes were praised for their absolute transparency throughout the tournament. 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 tournament was described as the most expansive. Statement 2 is correct regarding the introduction of a Super Bowl-style halftime show. Statement 3 is incorrect because the tournament was specifically criticized for a lack of transparency in disciplinary processes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017229/5-questions-that-continue-to-linger-after-the-fifa-world-cup, 21 Jul 2026]
#2852
Consider the following statements about the government's austerity measures announced in March 2026: 1. The Prime Minister decided to review the work-from-home and distance learning plan on a weekly basis. 2. The government reported that the country currently lacks adequate reserves of petrol and diesel. 3. The Prime Minister urged federal and provincial ministers to play an effective role in resource provision. 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 PM decided to review the contingency plan weekly. Statement 2 is incorrect because the government explicitly stated that the country had adequate reserves of petrol and diesel. Statement 3 is correct as the PM called for active participation from all ministers. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979860/pm-shehbaz-to-announce-austerity-plan-tomorrow-amid-global-fuel-crisis, 08 Mar 2026]
#2853
Consider the following statements about the events in Islamabad on March 8, 2026: 1. The police detained both male and female participants during the march. 2. The wife of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan Secretary General was among those detained. 3. The marchers were permitted to reach the National Press Club before being arrested. 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 both men and women were detained, and the wife of the HRCP Secretary General was arrested at the police station. Statement 3 is incorrect because the police were already present at the National Press Club, preventing the marchers from reaching it. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979796/dozens-of-aurat-march-activists-participants-detained-by-police-in-islamabad-ahead-of-international-womens-day-rally, 08 Mar 2026]
#2854
Who were the two federal ministers responsible for announcing the fuel price adjustments on April 2, 2026?
(a) Ali Pervaiz Malik and Muhammad Aurangzeb
(b) Bilal Yaseen and Shehbaz Sharif
(c) Muhammad Aurangzeb and Bilal Yaseen
(d) Ali Pervaiz Malik and Shehbaz Sharif
Explanation: Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb jointly announced the fuel price revisions on April 2, 2026. Other combinations include the Prime Minister or other provincial ministers who were not the primary spokespersons for this specific announcement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994758/govt-hikes-petrol-high-speed-diesel-prices-by-rs26, 24 Apr 2026]
#2855
Which prominent human rights defender was among those reported as detained by the police on March 8, 2026?
(a) Hina Jilani
(b) Asma Jahangir
(c) Tahira Abdullah
(d) Malala Yousafzai
Explanation: Tahira Abdullah, a well-known human rights defender, was explicitly named as one of the individuals taken into custody. The other figures listed were not involved in this specific event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979796/dozens-of-aurat-march-activists-participants-detained-by-police-in-islamabad-ahead-of-international-womens-day-rally, 08 Mar 2026]
#2856
What is the primary geopolitical reason cited for the disruption of LNG supplies to Pakistan in 2026?
(a) Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
(b) Sanctions on the Suez Canal
(c) Blockade of the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
(d) None of these
Explanation: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz following regional military escalations has prevented LNG-loaded vessels from reaching their destinations, forcing suppliers like Qatar to declare force majeure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998447/pakistan-turns-down-two-lowest-evaluated-lng-bids, 07 May 2026]
#2857
Which of the following companies did NOT submit a successful bid for the spot LNG cargoes in the April 2026 tender?
(a) TotalEnergies
(b) Vitol Bahrain
(c) OQ Trading
(d) Trafigura
Explanation: TotalEnergies, Vitol Bahrain, and OQ Trading were the three companies that secured the lowest bids. Trafigura was not among the successful bidders mentioned in the tender results. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994734/pakistan-secures-3-bids-for-spot-lng-cargoes, 24 Apr 2026]
#2858
At which location in Pakistan did the Iranian Foreign Minister arrive for his diplomatic visit in 2026?
(a) Allama Iqbal International Airport
(b) Jinnah International Airport
(c) Nur Khan Air Base
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Iranian Foreign Minister arrived at the Nur Khan air base in Rawalpindi. The other options are major civilian airports in Pakistan that were not the site of this specific diplomatic arrival. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995258/irans-araghchi-visits-pakistan-for-2nd-time-in-two-days-envoy-says-trip-undertaken-to-discuss-regional-developments, 26 Apr 2026]
#2859
Consider the following statements about the LNG supply situation in 2026: 1. The Power Division requested 400 million mmcfd of LNG to mitigate summer loadshedding. 2. PLL successfully imported eight cargoes in March 2026 to stabilize the market. 3. The basket RLNG price in March 2026 was based on only two cargoes. 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 Power Division requested 400 million mmcfd. Statement 3 is correct as the basket price was based on only two cargoes in March. Statement 2 is incorrect because imports were significantly lower than eight cargoes due to force majeure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998447/pakistan-turns-down-two-lowest-evaluated-lng-bids, 07 May 2026]
#2860
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or concern of Iran regarding the regional security framework in 2026?
(a) Promoting external interference to stabilize the region
(b) Reducing US military presence in the Middle East
(c) Ensuring security in the Strait of Hormuz
(d) Seeking sustainable political solutions to the conflict
Explanation: Iran explicitly advocates for a regional security framework free of outside interference, making the incorrect statement. The other options accurately reflect Iran's stated diplomatic positions during the 2026 crisis. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995258/irans-araghchi-visits-pakistan-for-2nd-time-in-two-days-envoy-says-trip-undertaken-to-discuss-regional-developments, 26 Apr 2026]