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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.
#19241
On 2026-07-23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to establish which of the following to address examination fraud?
(a) Special investigative commissions
(b) Fast-track courts
(c) National education tribunals
(d) None of these
Explanation: Prime Minister Modi announced the creation of fast-track courts specifically to expedite the prosecution of individuals involved in question paper leaks. This measure was proposed as a direct response to the student protests challenging the integrity of the national testing system. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]
#19242
In which Russian cities were the Wildberries logistics centers attacked by Ukrainian drones on July 23, 2026?
(a) Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk
(b) Moscow and Saint Petersburg
(c) Rostov-on-Don and Volgograd
(d) None of these
Explanation: The strikes on July 23, 2026, specifically targeted Wildberries facilities in the southern Russian cities of Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk. Other major Russian cities like Moscow or Volgograd were not the sites of this specific coordinated drone attack. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017672/ukraines-drones-hit-stores-of-russian-retail-giant, 23 Jul 2026]
#19243
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 International Mathematical Olympiad is INCORRECT?
(a) Only one AI lab successfully achieved a perfect score at the 2026 competition.
(b) AI models were provided with the competition problems only after human contestants had completed the exam.
(c) The AI solutions were graded by the same official process used for human participants.
(d) Human intervention was strictly prohibited during the AI testing process.
Explanation: The statement that only one AI lab achieved a perfect score is incorrect because both Huawei and Xiaohongshu announced that their respective models achieved 100 percent. The other three statements accurately describe the testing and grading protocols followed during the event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017757/ai-catches-up-with-humans-to-score-100pc-at-top-maths-contest, 23 Jul 2026]
#19244
Which Argentine player received a red card during the 2026 World Cup final?
(a) Lionel Messi
(b) Emiliano Martinez
(c) Leandro Paredes
(d) Enzo Fernandez
Explanation: Enzo Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after a challenge on Spain's Pau Cubarsi. While other players were involved in post-match controversies, Fernandez was the specific player dismissed during the match. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017381/thousands-welcome-home-argentina-squad-without-messi-despite-world-cup-loss, 22 Jul 2026]
#19245
The National Stabilization Plan 2026–2035 aims to integrate population welfare compliance with which of the following?
(a) National defense budget allocations
(b) Provincial tax collection systems
(c) Federal social protection initiatives
(d) Foreign direct investment policies
Explanation: The government has initiated efforts to link federal social protection programs directly to population welfare compliance to incentivize sustainable growth. This is a key component of the broader demographic strategy. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431434/pm-shehbaz-told-pakistan-aims-to-halve-population-growth-rate-by-2035, 23 Jul 2026]
#19246
Which franchise signed Pakistani spinner Usman Tariq during the 2026 auction for The Hundred?
(a) London Spirit
(b) Welsh Fire
(c) Birmingham Phoenix
(d) Southern Brave
Explanation: Usman Tariq was acquired by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000. The other listed franchises were active in the auction but did not sign Tariq. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981366/ipl-linked-sunrisers-leeds-sign-abrar-ahmed-for-the-hundred, 12 Mar 2026]
#19247
Which technology is being utilized by the Punjab government to monitor rivers, dams, and barrages during the 2026 monsoon season?
(a) Safe City cameras
(b) Satellite imagery
(c) Drone surveillance
(d) Seismic sensors
Explanation: The Punjab Chief Minister directed that critical water infrastructure be monitored round the clock using Safe City cameras. This measure aims to enhance flood response and safety. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431316/17-people-killed-in-rain-related-incidents-in-punjab, 23 Jul 2026]
#19248
What was the primary cause of the majority of the 17 fatalities reported in Punjab during the 2026 monsoon season?
(a) Electrocution
(b) Lightning strikes
(c) Collapse of old and dilapidated buildings
(d) None of these
Explanation: Out of the 17 total deaths, 12 were attributed to the collapse of old and dilapidated buildings. Electrocution and lightning strikes accounted for the remaining fatalities. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431316/17-people-killed-in-rain-related-incidents-in-punjab, 23 Jul 2026]
#19249
Which of the following is NOT a stated grievance or focus of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement as of 2026?
(a) Concerns over unemployment
(b) Restoration of statehood to specific regions
(c) Examination paper leaks
(d) Governance and authoritarian style
Explanation: The CJP movement focuses on unemployment, examination irregularities, and the government's authoritarian style. While other groups may advocate for regional autonomy, it is not a core pillar of the CJP's stated agenda. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]
#19250
Consider the following statements about the 2026 Bulgaria-US refueling agreement: 1. The agreement allows for the use of Bulgarian territory as a base for direct military attacks on Iran. 2. The deployment of US tanker aircraft is supported by a 2006 bilateral defense agreement. 3. Iran has warned that the authorization makes Bulgaria an accomplice to regional aggression. 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 incorrect because the Bulgarian Prime Minister explicitly stated that it is out of the question for military operations in the Middle East to be conducted from Bulgarian territory. Statements 2 and 3 are factually accurate based on the 2006 defense pact and the diplomatic warnings issued by Tehran. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017669/bulgaria-allows-us-to-station-refuelling-planes, 23 Jul 2026]
#19251
Consider the following statements about the 2026 monsoon response in Punjab: 1. The PDMA reported that water levels in Tarbela Dam stood at 57 percent. 2. Residents of Gujrat experienced rainwater drainage within three hours. 3. The total number of injured persons reported in rain-related incidents was 107. 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 PDMA report and the government's operational updates for July 2026. The data confirms the dam levels, the drainage efficiency in Gujrat, and the total injury count. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431316/17-people-killed-in-rain-related-incidents-in-punjab, 23 Jul 2026]
#19252
What is the primary source of the strong monsoon currents currently affecting Sindh as of July 2026?
(a) Bay of Bengal
(b) Persian Gulf
(c) Arabian Sea
(d) Indian Ocean
Explanation: The Pakistan Meteorological Department identified the Arabian Sea as the source of the strong monsoon currents penetrating the region. The other options are incorrect geographical sources for these specific weather patterns. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431451/pdma-sindh-issues-province-wide-alert-as-heavy-monsoon-rains-expected-till-july-25, 23 Jul 2026]
#19253
Who is the current Director General of the PDMA Sindh as of July 2026?
(a) Syed Salman Shah
(b) Salman Farooqi
(c) Syed Murad Ali
(d) None of these
Explanation: Syed Salman Shah is the Director General of the PDMA Sindh who issued the official alert. The other names are not associated with this specific institutional role. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431451/pdma-sindh-issues-province-wide-alert-as-heavy-monsoon-rains-expected-till-july-25, 23 Jul 2026]
#19254
Which of the following statements is INCORRECT regarding the 2026 diplomatic exchange at the UN Security Council?
(a) Pakistan accused India of sponsoring terrorism.
(b) Pakistan argued that the Indus Waters Treaty allows for the unilateral suspension of water flow.
(c) India claimed that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of its territory.
(d) India linked cooperation on the Indus Waters Treaty to the issue of cross-border terrorism.
Explanation: Pakistan explicitly argued that the unilateral and illegal actions taken by India are not provided for by the Treaty or international law. Options A, B, and D accurately reflect the positions stated by the respective envoys during the session. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431428/at-un-pakistan-labels-india-sponsor-of-terrorism-rejects-cross-border-infiltration-claims, 23 Jul 2026]
#19255
How many districts in Punjab were equipped with Water and Sanitation Agencies (WASA) to manage monsoon drainage in 2026?
(a) 35 districts
(b) 45 districts
(c) 41 districts
(d) 50 districts
Explanation: The provincial government established or utilized WASA operations across 41 districts to ensure the swift drainage of rainwater. This infrastructure was supported by over 1,000 machines. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431316/17-people-killed-in-rain-related-incidents-in-punjab, 23 Jul 2026]
#19256
Consider the following statements about the 2026 edition of The Hundred: 1. It is the first time the tournament has utilized an auction system for player selection. 2. The tournament is scheduled to commence in July 2026. 3. All eight franchises are exclusively owned by English private investors. 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 this is the first auction-based selection in the tournament's history. Statement 2 is correct as the tournament begins on July 21, 2026. Statement 3 is incorrect because several franchises, including Sunrisers Leeds, are owned by groups that control IPL teams. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981366/ipl-linked-sunrisers-leeds-sign-abrar-ahmed-for-the-hundred, 12 Mar 2026]
#19257
Which of the following is NOT a cause of the 17 fatalities reported in Punjab during the 2026 monsoon season?
(a) Collapse of old buildings
(b) Flash flooding in urban centers
(c) Electrocution
(d) Lightning strikes
Explanation: The reported fatalities were specifically attributed to building collapses, lightning, and electrocution. While urban flooding occurred, it was not listed as a direct cause of the 17 deaths. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431316/17-people-killed-in-rain-related-incidents-in-punjab, 23 Jul 2026]
#19258
On July 23, 2026, which maritime chokepoint was identified as the site of Houthi militia attacks on Saudi Arabian oil tankers?
(a) Strait of Hormuz
(b) Bab el-Mandeb Strait
(c) Suez Canal
(d) Strait of Malacca
Explanation: The Houthi militia targeted Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This location is a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil supplies, distinct from the Strait of Hormuz. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431430/pakistan-reiterates-unwavering-support-for-saudi-arabias-security-sovereignty, 23 Jul 2026]
#19259
In which region of Iraq did the US military refueling aircraft crash occur on March 12, 2026?
(a) Northern Iraq
(b) Western Iraq
(c) Southern Iraq
(d) Eastern Iraq
Explanation: The US military confirmed the crash took place in western Iraq. This region is a critical area for US aerial operations in the ongoing conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981530/us-refuelling-aircraft-crashes-in-western-iraq-us-military, 12 Mar 2026]
#19260
Which of the following is NOT a precautionary measure or instruction issued by the PDMA Sindh in the context of the July 2026 monsoon alert?
(a) Directing district administrations to remain on high alert
(b) Mandating the immediate evacuation of all coastal residents
(c) Activating the monsoon preparedness plan
(d) Ensuring dewatering pumps are ready for deployment
Explanation: The PDMA alert focused on high readiness, machinery deployment, and public safety advisories regarding travel and infrastructure, but it did not mandate a province-wide evacuation of coastal residents. The other options are accurate descriptions of the PDMA's stated actions. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431451/pdma-sindh-issues-province-wide-alert-as-heavy-monsoon-rains-expected-till-july-25, 23 Jul 2026]