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July 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#2941
Who was the ring leader neutralized by security forces during the operations reported on May 21, 2026?
(a) Noor Wali Mehsud
(b) Hafiz Gul Bahadur
(c) Jan Meer alias Toor Saqib
(d) Fazlullah
Explanation: The ISPR identified the ring leader killed during the operation as Jan Meer, also known as Toor Saqib. He was a high-value target wanted for his involvement in attacks against security personnel and civilians. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002065/security-forces-kill-23-terrorists-in-multiple-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-ibos-ispr, 21 May 2026]
#2942
Which US media organizations did President Trump specifically criticize during his July 2026 address for not broadcasting his speech live?
(a) CNN and MSNBC
(b) ABC and NBC
(c) CBS and FOX
(d) PBS and NPR
Explanation: Trump named ABC and NBC as the broadcasters he accused of being part of a plot to ignore his speech. Other networks are common media entities but were not the focus of his specific criticism in this instance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016135/trump-revives-sweeping-election-fraud-claims-ahead-of-us-midterms-accuses-china-of-meddling, 17 Jul 2026]
#2943
According to the claims made by President Trump in July 2026, how many US voter files were allegedly acquired by China?
(a) 150 million
(b) 220 million
(c) 300 million
(d) None of these
Explanation: Trump explicitly cited the figure of 220 million voter files in his address regarding the alleged compromise of election data. The other options are incorrect numerical values. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016135/trump-revives-sweeping-election-fraud-claims-ahead-of-us-midterms-accuses-china-of-meddling, 17 Jul 2026]
#2944
The total additional financial burden proposed to be recovered from consumers through the August 2026 bills is:
(a) Rs15.7 billion
(b) Rs10.5 billion
(c) Rs18.2 billion
(d) Rs22.4 billion
Explanation: The petition filed by the power companies aims to recover an additional Rs15.7 billion from consumers across all power utilities, including ex-Wapda Discos and K-Electric, to offset the higher fuel costs. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016204/power-companies-seek-rs120-per-unit-fuel-cost-adjustment-for-august, 17 Jul 2026]
#2945
Who is the current Chairperson of the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee as of May 2026?
(a) Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman
(b) Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad
(c) Mufti Shahabuddin Popalzai
(d) None of these
Explanation: Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad serves as the Chairperson of the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee and presided over the meeting held in Karachi on May 17, 2026. Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman is a former chairperson, making him an incorrect choice. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000923/zilhaj-moon-sighted-eidul-azha-to-fall-on-may-27, 17 May 2026]
#2946
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic situation regarding Pakistani workers in the UAE as of May 2026: 1. The Ministry of Interior confirmed that the UAE has initiated a large-scale expulsion of Pakistani workers due to regional conflicts. 2. The Pakistani embassy in Abu Dhabi issued 780 emergency travel documents between January and April 2026. 3. The government maintains that issues regarding Pakistani nationals are handled on a case-by-case basis through established foreign office channels. 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 Ministry of Interior explicitly denied that a large-scale, targeted expulsion was occurring. Statements 2 and 3 are factually accurate based on the official briefing provided by the Foreign Office. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998692/interior-ministry-denies-reports-of-country-or-sect-specific-deportation-of-pakistanis-from-uae, 08 May 2026]
#2947
According to the ISPR, the conflict of 2026 demonstrated Pakistan's operational competence across which of the following domains?
(a) Land, air, sea, space, and nuclear
(b) Land, air, sea, cyber, and information
(c) Land, air, sea, psychological, and economic
(d) Land, air, sea, diplomatic, and intelligence
Explanation: The ISPR statement explicitly highlights the Armed Forces' superior operational competence across land, air, sea, cyber, and information domains during the conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998954/marka-i-haq-a-defining-landmark-in-the-nations-journey-ispr, 09 May 2026]
#2948
Following the price adjustment effective from May 9, 2026, what is the new price of petrol per litre in Pakistan?
(a) Rs378.00
(b) Rs414.78
(c) Rs414.58
(d) None of these
Explanation: The government increased the price of petrol by Rs14.92, bringing the total to Rs414.78 per litre. Option C represents the price of high-speed diesel, while option A refers to a previous price point. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998722/govt-hikes-petrol-by-rs1492-per-litre-diesel-by-rs15, 08 May 2026]
#2949
Consider the following statements about the US-China summit in May 2026: 1. This visit marks the first time a US president has visited China in nearly ten years. 2. President Trump initially delayed the visit from March due to the war in the Middle East. 3. The US delegation includes the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defence. 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 report. The visit is the first in nearly a decade, the delay was caused by the Middle East conflict, and both the Secretary of State (Marco Rubio) and Secretary of Defence (Pete Hegseth) were confirmed to be on the flight. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1999895/trump-arrives-in-beijing-for-high-stakes-meeting-with-chinese-president-xi, 13 May 2026]
#2950
Who is the current Foreign Office spokesperson that addressed the reports of Pakistani deportations from the UAE in May 2026?
(a) Tahir Andrabi
(b) Mumtaz Zahra Baloch
(c) Asim Iftikhar
(d) None of these
Explanation: Tahir Andrabi served as the spokesperson during the weekly briefing where the issue of emergency travel documents and deportations was discussed. The other names are prominent diplomats but were not the primary spokespersons for this specific event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998692/interior-ministry-denies-reports-of-country-or-sect-specific-deportation-of-pakistanis-from-uae, 08 May 2026]
#2951
Consider the following statements about the Breathe Pakistan International Climate Change Conference: 1. The conference was a two-day event held in May 2026. 2. Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani emphasized that internal stability and regional calm are necessary for the climate agenda. 3. The conference was exclusively attended by government officials and had no representation from the private sector. 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 event details. Statement 3 is incorrect because the conference explicitly included corporate leaders and representatives from the banking and energy sectors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998144/breathe-pakistan-international-climate-change-conference-concludes-with-calls-for-climate-resilience-coordinated-action, 07 May 2026]
#2952
The global fuel supply crunch mentioned in the context of 2026 is linked to the closure of which strategic maritime chokepoint?
(a) Suez Canal
(b) Strait of Hormuz
(c) Strait of Malacca
(d) Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
Explanation: The Strait of Hormuz is identified as the critical passage through which one-fifth of the world's oil and gas supply passes. Its closure due to regional conflict has significantly impacted global fuel prices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998722/govt-hikes-petrol-by-rs1492-per-litre-diesel-by-rs15, 08 May 2026]
#2953
What is the official designation given by the state to the 2026 military conflict between Pakistan and India?
(a) Operation Azm-e-Istehkam
(b) Marka-i-Haq
(c) Operation Zarb-e-Azb
(d) None of these
Explanation: The state refers to the 2026 conflict as Marka-i-Haq, which translates to 'Battle of Truth'. It is described as a defining landmark in the nation's journey. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998954/marka-i-haq-a-defining-landmark-in-the-nations-journey-ispr, 09 May 2026]
#2954
The military conflict known as Marka-i-Haq concluded with a ceasefire on which date in 2026?
(a) April 22, 2026
(b) May 9, 2026
(c) June 1, 2026
(d) May 10, 2026
Explanation: The conflict, which began with the Pahalgam attack on April 22, 2026, officially ended with a ceasefire on May 10, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998954/marka-i-haq-a-defining-landmark-in-the-nations-journey-ispr, 09 May 2026]
#2955
Which of the following statements regarding the petroleum price adjustments in 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The government has maintained a fixed, unchanging price for fuel since the beginning of the year.
(b) Petrol is primarily used in private transport and small vehicles.
(c) The government has been revising petroleum prices on a weekly basis on Friday nights.
(d) High-speed diesel is used for large generators.
Explanation: The government has frequently adjusted prices in response to market volatility, making the claim that prices remained fixed INCORRECT. The other statements accurately reflect the usage patterns and the frequency of price revisions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998722/govt-hikes-petrol-by-rs1492-per-litre-diesel-by-rs15, 08 May 2026]
#2956
Which ministry in Pakistan issued the official denial regarding the alleged targeted deportation of Pakistanis from the UAE on May 8, 2026?
(a) Ministry of Foreign Affairs
(b) Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis
(c) Ministry of Interior
(d) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Explanation: The Ministry of Interior issued the statement on X (formerly Twitter) to clarify that no sect-specific deportations were occurring. While the Foreign Office also addressed the matter, the primary denial regarding the nature of the deportations originated from the Interior Ministry. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1998692/interior-ministry-denies-reports-of-country-or-sect-specific-deportation-of-pakistanis-from-uae, 08 May 2026]
#2957
Nehal Hashmi was appointed as the Governor of Sindh in 2026 as a representative of which political party?
(a) Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)
(b) Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P)
(c) Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)
(d) Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)
Explanation: Nehal Hashmi is a member of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N). His appointment was recommended by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who leads the PML-N. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981259/president-zardari-approves-appointment-of-pml-ns-nehal-hashmi-as-sindh-governor, 12 Mar 2026]
#2958
Which of the following statements regarding the appointment of the Sindh Governor in 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The appointment was made on the advice of the Prime Minister.
(b) The President of Pakistan granted the final approval for the appointment.
(c) The appointment process involved the signing of a formal Commission of Appointment.
(d) The MQM-P was consulted and provided prior consent for the removal of the incumbent governor.
Explanation: The MQM-P leadership, including Farooq Sattar, explicitly stated that they were not consulted and had no prior information regarding the removal of Kamran Tessori, making statement C incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981259/president-zardari-approves-appointment-of-pml-ns-nehal-hashmi-as-sindh-governor, 12 Mar 2026]
#2959
What is the total value of the emergency fund that the government plans to utilize to absorb petroleum price shocks as of 2026-03-12?
(a) Rs289 billion
(b) Rs589 billion
(c) Rs489 billion
(d) Rs389 billion
Explanation: The government has allocated a Rs389 billion emergency fund to mitigate the impact of rising global fuel prices on domestic consumers. Other options represent incorrect figures that do not align with the official fiscal planning mentioned. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981355/govt-mulling-not-hiking-prices-of-petroleum-products-further-despite-increase-in-global-market, 12 Mar 2026]
#2960
What was the age of the suspect, Kamal Singh Jamwal, at the time of his arrest on March 12, 2026?
(a) 53 years
(b) 73 years
(c) 63 years
(d) 83 years
Explanation: Official reports identified the attacker as a 63-year-old man. He claimed to have been planning the attack for approximately two decades. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981258/man-arrested-after-attempt-on-life-of-former-occupied-kashmir-cm-farooq-abdullah, 12 Mar 2026]