#18201

At which venue was the 11th HBL Pakistan Super League final held on May 3, 2026?

(a) Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

(b) National Bank Stadium, Karachi

(c) Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

(d) Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan

Explanation: The final match of the 11th edition of the PSL took place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Other venues listed are major cricket stadiums in Pakistan but did not host this specific final. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]

#18202

Who currently serves as the Minister for Power in the federal cabinet as of May 2, 2026?

(a) Ahad Khan Cheema

(b) Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari

(c) Ali Pervaiz Malik

(d) Attaullah Tarar

Explanation: Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari is the Minister for Power. The other individuals listed hold different portfolios, such as Economic Affairs, Petroleum, and Information and Broadcasting. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1996962/pm-shehbaz-orders-formulation-of-strategy-to-stabilise-electricity-tariffs, 02 May 2026]

#18203

According to the Pentagon, approximately how many US service members have been wounded since July 7, 2026?

(a) Nearly 50

(b) Nearly 100

(c) Nearly 150

(d) Nearly 200

Explanation: The Pentagon reported that nearly 100 US service members have sustained injuries, primarily minor concussions, since the onset of the current escalation on July 7, 2026. This figure highlights the intensity of the ongoing military exchanges. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017211/iran-targets-american-military-assets-in-gulf-warns-of-more-attacks-as-us-strikes-iran-for-10th-consecutive-day, 21 Jul 2026]

#18204

Who is the current Interior Minister of Iran who visited Islamabad on 2026-07-21?

(a) Eskandar Momeni

(b) Masoud Pezeshkian

(c) Mohsin Naqvi

(d) None of these

Explanation: Eskandar Momeni is the Iranian Interior Minister who led the delegation to Pakistan. Mohsin Naqvi is the Pakistani Interior Minister, and Masoud Pezeshkian is the President of Iran. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017273/iranian-interior-minister-meets-pm-shehbaz-in-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]

#18205

Consider the following statements about the 11th HBL PSL final: 1. Peshawar Zalmi secured their second PSL title in the 2026 edition. 2. Aaron Hardie became the first player to take a four-wicket haul and score a 50 in a PSL final. 3. Hyderabad Kingsmen were the defending champions entering the 2026 final. 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 factually correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because Hyderabad Kingsmen were debutants in the 2026 edition, not defending champions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1997223/peshawar-zalmi-beat-hyderabad-kingsmen-by-5-wickets-lift-psl-trophy-a-second-time, 03 May 2026]

#18206

Which of the following statements regarding the KSE-100 performance on July 21, 2026, is INCORRECT?

(a) The index opened the session in the green.

(b) The market experienced broad-based profit-taking in the latter half of the session.

(c) Investor sentiment remained cautious due to global energy market uncertainty.

(d) The index closed with a significant gain of over 2,000 points.

Explanation: The index closed with a marginal gain of only 205.83 points, not 2,000 points. The 2,442.72 point figure mentioned in reports refers to the initial surge, not the final closing gain. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017214/psx-gains-2000-points-during-intraday-trade-as-oil-eases-amid-us-iran-mediation-efforts, 21 Jul 2026]

#18207

What was the level of SBP foreign exchange reserves as of June 5, 2026?

(a) 17.2 billion dollars

(b) 16.2 billion dollars

(c) 15.2 billion dollars

(d) 18.2 billion dollars

Explanation: The SBP foreign exchange reserves reached $17.2 billion by June 5, 2026, following the successful completion of IMF reviews for the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008043/central-bank-keeps-policy-rate-unchanged-at-115pc, 15 Jun 2026]

#18208

On 2026-03-12, who was appointed as the Governor of Sindh?

(a) Nehal Hashmi

(b) Kamran Tessori

(c) Farooq Sattar

(d) Khalid Maqbool Siddique

Explanation: Nehal Hashmi was appointed as the Governor of Sindh following the recommendation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the approval of President Asif Ali Zardari. Kamran Tessori was the predecessor in this position. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981259/pm-shehbaz-recommends-pml-ns-nehal-hashmi-as-sindh-governor, 12 Mar 2026]

#18209

Consider the following statements about the political and administrative developments in Gilgit-Baltistan as of July 2026: 1. The PPP formed the government in Gilgit-Baltistan with the support of the PML-N. 2. The Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan was elected by the regional assembly on June 22, 2026. 3. The federal government has committed to establishing knowledge schools in the region. 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. The PPP-PML-N coalition in GB mirrors the federal arrangement, the election occurred on the specified date, and the establishment of knowledge schools is a confirmed federal priority. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017241/centre-committed-to-working-closely-with-gb-government-pm-tells-cm-amjad-hussain, 21 Jul 2026]

#18210

Which US-based technology firm held a meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in July 2026 to discuss refinery modernization?

(a) General Electric

(b) Honeywell Technologies

(c) Caterpillar Inc.

(d) None of these

Explanation: The finance minister met with a delegation from Honeywell Technologies in Washington on July 20, 2026, to discuss upgrading Pakistan's refinery infrastructure. General Electric and Caterpillar are major industrial firms but were not the primary participants in this specific refinery modernization proposal. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017217/us-technology-firm-proposes-refinery-modernisation-plan-for-pakistan-in-meeting-with-finance-minister, 21 Jul 2026]

#18211

In the context of the 2026 US-Iran negotiations, what specific term did President Trump use to refer to Iran's enriched uranium stockpile?

(a) Heavy water

(b) Yellow cake

(c) Nuclear dust

(d) Fissile material

Explanation: President Trump referred to the enriched uranium stockpile as 'nuclear dust' during his remarks to reporters. The other terms are technical descriptors for nuclear materials but were not the specific terminology used by the President. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992383/trump-says-if-iran-deal-is-reached-and-signed-in-islamabad-i-might-go-there, 16 Apr 2026]

#18212

What percentage increase in salaries and pensions was announced for government employees in the 2026-27 budget?

(a) 5 percent

(b) 11 percent

(c) 9 percent

(d) 7 percent

Explanation: The government announced a 7 percent increase in salaries and pensions for its employees. The other percentages are incorrect distractors that do not reflect the approved fiscal policy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008557/sindh-cm-murad-ali-shah-presents-rs356tr-budget-with-no-new-taxes-7pc-pay-raise, 17 Jun 2026]

#18213

Which of the following individuals was NOT reported as being detained by the Delhi Police on July 21, 2026?

(a) Rahul Gandhi

(b) Priyanka Gandhi

(c) Dharmendra Pradhan

(d) Akhilesh Yadav

Explanation: Dharmendra Pradhan is the Education Minister whose resignation is being demanded; he was not among those detained by the police. Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Akhilesh Yadav were all reported as being detained during the protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/we-wont-stop-indias-cockroach-movement-vows-to-protest-until-education-minister-resigns, 21 Jul 2026]

#18214

All of the following statements regarding the Prime Minister's 2026 visit to Qatar are TRUE EXCEPT:

(a) He signed a formal military alliance treaty during the visit.

(b) He discussed the importance of de-escalation in the Gulf region.

(c) He arrived in Doha after visiting Saudi Arabia.

(d) He met with Emir Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

Explanation: While the Prime Minister did meet the Emir and discuss regional stability, there is no mention of signing a formal military alliance treaty. The visit focused on strengthening existing cooperation in security, defense, and energy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992240/pm-shehbaz-arrives-in-turkiye-on-third-leg-of-tri-nation-tour-holds-meeting-with-fm-fidan, 16 Apr 2026]

#18215

What is the approximate total value of Canadian imports affected by the new US tariff measures announced in July 2026?

(a) 10 billion dollars

(b) 40 billion dollars

(c) 30 billion dollars

(d) 20 billion dollars

Explanation: The US Trade Representative's office confirmed that the new 50 percent tariffs apply to approximately 20 billion dollars worth of imports from Canada. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017209/us-imposes-new-50pc-tariffs-on-20bn-worth-of-canadian-products, 21 Jul 2026]

#18216

Which of the following statements regarding the diplomatic efforts in April 2026 is INCORRECT?

(a) The US and Iran were engaged in talks brokered by Pakistan.

(b) Pakistan's leadership has been actively seeking to bring the parties to the table.

(c) The ceasefire was implemented following US-Israeli strikes.

(d) President Trump confirmed he would personally participate in the negotiation sessions.

Explanation: President Trump explicitly stated that he would not participate in the actual negotiation sessions, even though he expressed a willingness to travel to Islamabad for the final signing of a deal. The other statements accurately reflect the diplomatic situation described. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992383/trump-says-if-iran-deal-is-reached-and-signed-in-islamabad-i-might-go-there, 16 Apr 2026]

#18217

Which of the following statements regarding the 2026-07-21 visit of the Iranian Interior Minister is INCORRECT?

(a) The minister met with the Chief of Army Staff at the Prime Minister's House.

(b) The minister visited the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad.

(c) The minister held a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the PM House.

(d) The minister was accompanied by a high-level delegation of senior government officials.

Explanation: The meeting with the Chief of Army Staff took place at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, not the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad. The other statements accurately reflect the events of the visit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017273/iranian-interior-minister-meets-pm-shehbaz-in-islamabad, 21 Jul 2026]

#18218

Who led the Iranian delegation during the 2026 peace talks in Islamabad?

(a) Ali Larijani

(b) Abbas Araqchi

(c) Esmail Khatib

(d) Gholamreza Soleimani

Explanation: The Iranian delegation was led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf. The other individuals listed are either deceased or held different roles. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992620/pakistan-escorted-iranian-negotiators-home-from-peace-talks-amid-concerns-of-israeli-attack-sources-say, 17 Apr 2026]

#18219

Who was the Iranian Ambassador to India summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs on April 18, 2026?

(a) Hossein Amir-Abdollahian

(b) Ali Bagheri Kani

(c) Dr. Mohammad Fathali

(d) Mohammad Javad Zarif

Explanation: Dr. Mohammad Fathali is the Iranian Ambassador to India who was summoned by the Indian foreign secretary to discuss the safety of merchant shipping. The other individuals listed are prominent Iranian political figures but do not hold the position of Ambassador to India. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992990/new-delhi-summons-iranian-envoy-after-indian-flagged-tankers-shot-at-near-strait-of-hormuz, 18 Apr 2026]

#18220

What was the primary geopolitical factor influencing global oil price volatility on July 21, 2026?

(a) US-Iran diplomatic mediation efforts

(b) OPEC production quota adjustments

(c) Global supply chain disruptions in Asia

(d) Changes in US Federal Reserve interest rates

Explanation: Market volatility was driven by reports of mediation efforts between the US and Iran, contrasted against ongoing hostilities and threats of naval blockades in the Gulf. While other factors can influence oil, the specific context of this session was the US-Iran diplomatic situation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017214/psx-gains-2000-points-during-intraday-trade-as-oil-eases-amid-us-iran-mediation-efforts, 21 Jul 2026]

February 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions