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December 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#13021
What specific directive did the Chief Minister of Sindh issue to district administrations in response to the May 2026 heatwave alert?
(a) To impose a curfew in urban centers
(b) To suspend all public transport services
(c) To establish heatwave relief camps
(d) None of these
Explanation: Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah explicitly instructed district administrations in the affected areas to establish heatwave relief camps to provide support to the public. This measure is a standard institutional response to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1996972/cm-murad-urges-public-to-take-precautionary-measures-amid-heatwave-alert-for-sindhs-central-upper-regions, 02 May 2026]
#13022
Consider the following statements regarding the heatwave conditions in Sindh as of May 2, 2026: 1. The PMD predicted dust thunderstorms in districts including Shikarpur and Ghotki. 2. The Chief Minister directed that special arrangements be made in hospitals for heatstroke patients. 3. The heatwave alert was issued for the entire province of Sindh, including coastal areas. 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 PMD predicted dust storms in districts like Shikarpur and Ghotki. Statement 2 is correct as the CM ordered hospital preparations. Statement 3 is incorrect because the alert was specifically focused on the central and upper regions of the province, not the entire province including coastal areas. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1996972/cm-murad-urges-public-to-take-precautionary-measures-amid-heatwave-alert-for-sindhs-central-upper-regions, 02 May 2026]
#13023
Which of the following statements regarding the March 16, 2026, military strikes is INCORRECT?
(a) The Afghan Taliban claimed the strikes hit a military training academy.
(b) The operation was conducted by the Pakistan Air Force.
(c) The strikes targeted ammunition storage facilities in Kabul.
(d) Secondary detonations were observed, indicating the presence of large ammunition depots.
Explanation: The Afghan Taliban spokesperson claimed that a drug rehabilitation hospital was targeted, not a military training academy. The other statements accurately reflect the details provided by the Pakistani government regarding the operation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982625/pakistani-forces-strike-afghan-talibans-military-installations-in-kabul-nangarhar-security-sources, 16 Mar 2026]
#13024
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]
#13025
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]
#13026
Dr. Asif Mahmood was elected as the chair of which United States federal body in 2026?
(a) United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
(b) United States Commission on Civil Rights
(c) United States Commission on Human Rights
(d) None of these
Explanation: Dr. Asif Mahmood was elected chair of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) for the 2026-27 term. The other options represent different federal commissions that do not focus specifically on the international religious freedom mandate. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017231/pakistan-origin-physician-asif-mahmood-elected-chair-of-us-commission-on-religious-freedom, 21 Jul 2026]
#13027
Who was elected as the vice chair of the USCIRF alongside Dr. Asif Mahmood for the 2026-27 term?
(a) CeCe Heil
(b) Hakeem Jeffries
(c) Kamala Harris
(d) None of these
Explanation: The USCIRF announced the unanimous election of Dr. Asif Mahmood as chair and CeCe Heil as vice chair for the 2026-27 term. The other individuals mentioned are political figures not serving in this specific commission role. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017231/pakistan-origin-physician-asif-mahmood-elected-chair-of-us-commission-on-religious-freedom, 21 Jul 2026]
#13028
Consider the following statements about Dr. Asif Mahmood: 1. He has served as a member of the Medical Board of California. 2. He was elected chair of the USCIRF for the 2026-27 term. 3. He has lived in California since 1999. 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. Dr. Mahmood is a two-term member of the Medical Board of California, was elected chair of the USCIRF in 2026, and has resided in California since 1999. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017231/pakistan-origin-physician-asif-mahmood-elected-chair-of-us-commission-on-religious-freedom, 21 Jul 2026]
#13029
Which organization is responsible for recommending that the US State Department designate India as a 'country of particular concern' in 2026?
(a) Human Rights Watch Executive Board
(b) United Nations Human Rights Council
(c) Amnesty International Global Secretariat
(d) United States Commission on International Religious Freedom
Explanation: The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is the federal government entity tasked with monitoring religious freedom abroad and providing policy recommendations. Other organizations listed are international NGOs or UN bodies, not US federal commissions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998729/us-religious-freedom-commission-calls-for-india-to-be-listed-as-country-of-particular-concern, 08 May 2026]
#13030
As of 2026, how many Indian states are reported to enforce strict anti-conversion laws?
(a) 13 states
(b) 18 states
(c) 21 states
(d) 28 states
Explanation: The 2026 USCIRF assessment explicitly identifies that 13 out of 28 Indian states enforce these specific legal frameworks. The figure 28 represents the total number of states in India, not the number with anti-conversion laws. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998729/us-religious-freedom-commission-calls-for-india-to-be-listed-as-country-of-particular-concern, 08 May 2026]
#13031
Consider the following statements about the 2026 USCIRF findings regarding India: 1. The commission alleges that India has engaged in transnational repression targeting religious minorities abroad. 2. The report claims that violence against religious minorities in India has become increasingly episodic rather than normalized. 3. Proposed amendments to the FCRA could allow the Indian government to take over assets of NGOs that lose their foreign funding licenses. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) All three
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct regarding transnational repression. Statement 2 is incorrect because the report states that violence is becoming 'less episodic' and 'more normalized.' Statement 3 is correct regarding the potential impact of FCRA amendments. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998729/us-religious-freedom-commission-calls-for-india-to-be-listed-as-country-of-particular-concern, 08 May 2026]
#13032
Under which specific Indian legislation were Asiya Andrabi and her associates sentenced in 2026?
(a) Public Safety Act
(b) National Security Act
(c) Armed Forces Special Powers Act
(d) Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act
Explanation: The court utilized the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) to prosecute and sentence the individuals. The other acts listed are different legal frameworks used in India for security and detention purposes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
#13033
Asiya Andrabi, who was sentenced by a Delhi court on March 25, 2026, is the founder of which Kashmiri rights group?
(a) Dukhtaran-i-Millat
(b) Hurriyat Conference
(c) Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front
(d) None of these
Explanation: Asiya Andrabi is the founder of the Dukhtaran-i-Millat, also known as the Daughters of the Nation. The other organizations listed are distinct political or militant entities operating within the Kashmir region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
#13034
Who are identified as the most frequent perpetrators of gender-based violence in the 2026 report?
(a) Acquaintances and husbands
(b) Strangers and unknown assailants
(c) Law enforcement personnel
(d) Political activists
Explanation: The data indicates that acquaintances and husbands account for a higher number of perpetrators than strangers. This underscores the prevalence of domestic and intimate partner violence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018677/writing-on-the-wall, 27 Jul 2026]
#13035
In which sector of Islamabad were the Aurat March activists detained by the police on March 8, 2026?
(a) Sector F-7
(b) Sector G-7
(c) Sector I-8
(d) Sector F-6
Explanation: The activists were detained near the Super Market located in Sector F-6. Other sectors listed are common residential or commercial areas in Islamabad but were not the site of this specific police action. [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]
#13036
All of the following statements regarding the events of March 8, 2026, are TRUE EXCEPT:
(a) The marchers intended to head towards D-Chowk as their primary destination.
(b) The district administration had denied a no-objection certificate for the march.
(c) The police cited potential clashes with Lal Masjid management as a reason for the arrests.
(d) The Women's Police Station released a list of 19 women activists who were detained.
Explanation: The activists stated they had no intention of heading towards D-Chowk, making the false statement. The other options accurately reflect the details provided regarding the administrative denial and the police rationale. [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]
#13037
Consider the following statements about the incident reported on March 8, 2026: 1. The victim was accompanied by her aunt and uncle to the hospital. 2. The suspects allegedly used weapons to guard the entrance of the hospital. 3. The Special Sexual Offences Investigation Unit (SSIOU) confirmed the assault based on a preliminary medical report. 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 according to the details provided in the FIR and the confirmation by Inspector Sohail Aslam of the SSIOU. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979833/police-register-fir-after-15-year-old-allegedly-sexually-assaulted-in-mandi-bahauddin-hospital, 08 Mar 2026]
#13038
Consider the following statements about the 2026 sentencing of Kashmiri leaders: 1. Asiya Andrabi received a life imprisonment sentence from the Delhi court. 2. The sentencing was criticized by the Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. 3. The FO statement claimed that the sentencing was a result of a fair and transparent judicial process. 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 FO explicitly criticized the process, citing concerns regarding due process and judicial independence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985165/fo-condemns-harsh-sentences-awarded-to-kashmiri-leader-asiya-andrabi-associates-by-delhi-court, 25 Mar 2026]
#13039
Which police station registered the FIR regarding the incident reported on March 8, 2026?
(a) City Police Station
(b) Civil Lines Police Station
(c) Saddar Police Station
(d) Cantt Police Station
Explanation: The Civil Lines Police Station in Mandi Bahauddin was responsible for registering the FIR based on the complaint filed by the victim's mother. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979833/police-register-fir-after-15-year-old-allegedly-sexually-assaulted-in-mandi-bahauddin-hospital, 08 Mar 2026]
#13040
Which of the following statements regarding the FIR registered on March 8, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The FIR was registered under Section 114 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
(b) The victim was 15 years old at the time of the incident.
(c) All three suspects were identified by name in the initial FIR.
(d) The incident occurred at a private hospital.
Explanation: The FIR named only one suspect, while the other two individuals were listed as unidentified. Therefore, the statement that all three were named is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979833/police-register-fir-after-15-year-old-allegedly-sexually-assaulted-in-mandi-bahauddin-hospital, 08 Mar 2026]