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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.
#16101
Who accompanied Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his diplomatic visit to Saudi Arabia on March 12, 2026?
(a) Ishaq Dar and Asim Munir
(b) Bilawal Bhutto and Nadeem Anjum
(c) Ahsan Iqbal and Sahir Shamshad Mirza
(d) None of these
Explanation: The official delegation included Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir. This reflects the high-level security and diplomatic nature of the visit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981279/in-restricted-meeting-with-saudi-crown-prince-pm-shehbaz-assures-him-of-pakistans-full-solidarity-support, 12 Mar 2026]
#16102
Who among the following associates of Asiya Andrabi was also sentenced by the Delhi court in March 2026?
(a) Fehmeeda Sofi
(b) Yasin Malik
(c) Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
(d) Syed Ali Geelani
Explanation: Fehmeeda Sofi and Nahida Nasreen were the two associates sentenced alongside Asiya Andrabi. The other individuals listed are prominent Kashmiri figures but were not the subjects of this specific court verdict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
#16103
Which countries participated in the quadrilateral ministerial meeting held in Islamabad on March 29, 2026?
(a) Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye
(b) Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Turkiye
(c) Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia
(d) None of these
Explanation: The quadrilateral meeting in Islamabad focused on the Middle East crisis and included the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkiye. Iran was a subject of the mediation efforts discussed, not a participant in the quadrilateral ministerial group. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1986574/pm-shehbaz-commends-kingdoms-remarkable-restraint-in-meeting-with-saudi-fm-assures-him-of-pakistans-full-support, 29 Mar 2026]
#16104
Where were two tankers reported to be ablaze following attacks by suspected explosive-laden boats on March 12, 2026?
(a) Port of Bandar Abbas
(b) Port of Jebel Ali
(c) Port of Basra
(d) Port of Chabahar
Explanation: Reports confirmed that two tankers were hit and set ablaze in an Iraqi port, specifically identified as the Port of Basra. The other ports are located in Iran or the UAE. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981360/in-first-remarks-irans-new-supreme-leader-vows-to-avenge-martyrs-keep-strait-of-hormuz-closed, 12 Mar 2026]
#16105
Which of the following statements regarding the FO statement on the 2026 sentencing is INCORRECT?
(a) It described the verdict as a grave miscarriage of justice.
(b) It called for the international community to take notice of the development.
(c) It explicitly endorsed the legal validity of the UAPA in the occupied territory.
(d) It reaffirmed support for the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination.
Explanation: The Foreign Office statement condemned the sentencing and questioned the judicial process, meaning it did not endorse the UAPA. Options A, B, and D are accurate reflections of the FO's official stance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
#16106
Consider the following statements about the fuel situation in Pakistan in March 2026: 1. The government recently hiked fuel prices by approximately 20 percent. 2. Naval escorts were provided to vessels transporting fuel to ensure supply continuity. 3. The Petroleum Minister confirmed that fuel prices would see immediate and significant changes. 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 government hiked prices by 20 percent. Statement 2 is correct as naval escorts were deployed. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Minister stated there would be 'no immediate significant changes' in fuel costs. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980901/tanker-drivers-claim-they-are-facing-long-waits-at-depots-due-to-fuel-shortage, 11 Mar 2026]
#16107
Who is the current Hurriyat chairman who reported that the gates of the Jama Masjid were locked from all sides on the last Friday of Ramazan in 2026?
(a) Yasin Malik
(b) Syed Ali Geelani
(c) Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
(d) Shabbir Shah
Explanation: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the chief cleric and Hurriyat chairman, confirmed the closure via social media. The other individuals listed are prominent Kashmiri figures but do not hold the specific title mentioned in the context of this event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981738/fo-condemns-continued-closure-of-historic-mosque-in-occupied-kashmir-on-last-friday-of-ramazan, 13 Mar 2026]
#16108
The Foreign Office of Pakistan issued a formal statement regarding the sentencing of Kashmiri leaders on which date in 2026?
(a) March 20, 2026
(b) March 25, 2026
(c) March 30, 2026
(d) April 05, 2026
Explanation: The Foreign Office issued its condemnation on March 25, 2026, the same day the sentencing news was reported. The other dates are incorrect as they do not align with the event timeline. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
#16109
Consider the following statements about the US diplomatic presence in Pakistan as of 2026: 1. The US State Department ordered non-emergency personnel and their families to leave consulates in Karachi and Lahore due to security concerns. 2. The Peshawar consulate was the closest US diplomatic mission to the Afghan border. 3. The closure of the Peshawar consulate was primarily triggered by the joint US-Israeli war against 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 security situation and the strategic location of the Peshawar facility. Statement 3 is incorrect because the report explicitly clarifies that the closure is not related to the Iran war, but rather to long-term downsizing and cost-saving measures. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981261/us-to-permanently-close-its-peshawar-consulate-report, 12 Mar 2026]
#16110
Consider the following statements about the school closure directive in Sindh: 1. The closure applies to both public and private educational institutions. 2. The directive was issued by the Sindh School Education and Literacy Department. 3. The holiday was declared for March 11, 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: All three statements are factually accurate based on the official notification. The closure encompasses both sectors, was issued by the relevant department, and is scheduled for the specified date in 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980177/public-private-schools-in-sindh-to-remain-closed-on-march-11-on-account-of-youm-i-ali, 09 Mar 2026]
#16111
Consider the following statements about the 2026 US-Israeli military campaign against Iran: 1. The campaign's primary focus includes targeting Iranian missile and drone factories. 2. The administration explicitly listed the destruction of Iran's nuclear weapons program as a primary war goal. 3. Senator Chris Murphy described the administration's war strategy as incoherent and incomplete. 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 focus is on missiles and drones. Statement 2 is incorrect because the briefing indicated that destroying the nuclear program was not among the listed war goals. Statement 3 is correct as Senator Murphy explicitly criticized the strategy as incoherent. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980866/us-lawmakers-warn-of-trumps-incoherent-iran-war-strategy-after-classified-briefing, 11 Mar 2026]
#16112
Which of the following statements regarding the drone incident on March 13, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The incident resulted in significant damage to military infrastructure at Faizabad.
(b) The drones were successfully brought down by security forces.
(c) The airspace was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure.
(d) Electronic countermeasures were employed to neutralize the threat.
Explanation: The Ministry of Information explicitly stated that no military or other infrastructure was hit, dismissing claims of damage or casualties as propaganda. Therefore, the statement claiming significant damage is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981736/2-rudimentary-drones-intercepted-brought-down-at-different-locations-adjacent-to-pindi-security-sources, 13 Mar 2026]
#16113
Following the price revision on May 15, 2026, what is the new price of petrol per litre in Pakistan?
(a) Rs378.00
(b) Rs415.50
(c) Rs409.78
(d) Rs420.25
Explanation: According to the official notification, the price of petrol was set at Rs409.78 per litre following the Rs5 reduction. Rs378.00 was a previous price point mentioned in the context of earlier fiscal adjustments. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000498/govt-reduces-petrol-diesel-prices-by-rs5, 15 May 2026]
#16114
How many police officers and personnel were deployed in Rawalpindi to perform security duties during the 2026 diplomatic event?
(a) More than 2,000
(b) More than 8,000
(c) More than 5,000
(d) More than 10,000
Explanation: The district administration and police command deployed over 5,000 officers and personnel to ensure foolproof security. This figure reflects the scale of the high-alert security clampdown implemented across the garrison city. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990590/public-holiday-extended-in-pindi-markets-fuel-stations-along-key-roads-closed, 11 Apr 2026]
#16115
Which provincial department issued the notification regarding the closure of schools on March 11, 2026?
(a) Sindh Higher Education Commission
(b) Sindh School Education and Literacy Department
(c) Sindh Board of Technical Education
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Sindh School Education and Literacy Department is the specific administrative body responsible for issuing directives regarding the closure of public and private schools in the province. Other bodies like the Higher Education Commission handle university-level affairs, not primary or secondary school closures. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980177/public-private-schools-in-sindh-to-remain-closed-on-march-11-on-account-of-youm-i-ali, 09 Mar 2026]
#16116
What specific austerity measure was announced by the Prime Minister in March 2026 to address fuel concerns?
(a) Increasing the work week to six days
(b) Banning private vehicle usage on weekends
(c) Slashing the government work week to four days
(d) Closing all international borders for trade
Explanation: The Prime Minister announced an austerity plan that included reducing the working week for government employees to four days to conserve fuel. The other options are either incorrect or not mentioned as part of the official austerity plan. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980901/tanker-drivers-claim-they-are-facing-long-waits-at-depots-due-to-fuel-shortage, 11 Mar 2026]
#16117
Which authority issued a clarification regarding the status of flight operations at Islamabad International Airport on March 13, 2026?
(a) Civil Aviation Authority
(b) Pakistan Airports Authority
(c) Ministry of Defence
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) issued statements to clarify that flight operations were continuing without interruption, countering rumors of an airport closure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981736/2-rudimentary-drones-intercepted-brought-down-at-different-locations-adjacent-to-pindi-security-sources, 13 Mar 2026]
#16118
Which specialized unit of the CTD was responsible for executing the targeted operation on July 18, 2026?
(a) Special Weapons and Tactics team
(b) Elite Force
(c) Rapid Response Force
(d) Counter Assault Team
Explanation: The CTD utilized its Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team to conduct the operation. While the Elite Force and Rapid Response Force are also law enforcement units, they were not the specific team cited in this operation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016443/wanted-terrorist-killed-in-intelligence-based-operation-in-dera-ismail-khan-ctd, 18 Jul 2026]
#16119
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic visit of the Canadian Foreign Minister to Pakistan on July 20, 2026: 1. The visit included the signing of a protocol on phyto-sanitary regulations for canola imports. 2. The Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPPA) was discussed as a tool to boost investor confidence. 3. The Canadian Foreign Minister held meetings with both the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan. 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 accurate based on the official reports of the visit. The protocol was signed, FIPPA was highlighted as a key investment instrument, and the Foreign Minister met with both Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017004/canada-eyes-new-avenues-for-trade-economic-cooperation-with-pakistan-as-fm-anand-visits-islamabad, 20 Jul 2026]
#16120
On May 14, 2026, where did the PPP Chairman chair a parliamentary party meeting?
(a) Aiwan-i-Sadr
(b) Parliament House
(c) Prime Minister House
(d) None of these
Explanation: Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari held the parliamentary party meeting at the Parliament House in Islamabad on May 14, 2026. Aiwan-i-Sadr is the official residence of the President and was not the venue for this specific party meeting. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000262/govt-has-not-contacted-ppp-over-any-constitutional-amendment-bilawal, 14 May 2026]