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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.
#9121
Which body did the Senate Standing Committee on Information and Broadcasting direct the NCCIA to approach regarding a complaint against a newspaper columnist on 2026-07-24?
(a) Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority
(b) Press Council of Pakistan
(c) Federal Investigation Agency
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Senate Standing Committee ruled that the Press Council of Pakistan is the appropriate forum to examine published content by columnists. This directive aims to prevent the misuse of cybercrime laws against traditional media outlets. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431519/newspaper-columnist-senate-panel-orders-nccia-to-refer-complaint-to-pcp, 24 Jul 2026]
#9122
According to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Government (Amendment) Act, 2026, what is the required population range for a Village or Neighbourhood Council?
(a) 10,000 to 20,000
(b) 30,000 to 40,000
(c) 50,000 to 60,000
(d) 70,000 to 80,000
Explanation: The amendment stipulates a population range of 30,000 to 40,000 for Village and Neighbourhood Councils, subject to a 10% permissible variation. This specific range is the focal point of the ECP's objection regarding the feasibility of delimitation. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431520/ecp-opposes-key-amendment-to-kps-lg-law, 24 Jul 2026]
#9123
Which constitutional article does the Election Commission of Pakistan cite as being undermined by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Government (Amendment) Act, 2026?
(a) Article 140-A
(b) Article 218
(c) Article 222
(d) Article 224
Explanation: The ECP explicitly referenced Article 222 of the Constitution of Pakistan, which protects the powers of the Election Commission from being abridged by provincial legislation. Article 140-A relates to the devolution of political, administrative, and financial responsibility to local governments, but is not the specific article cited in this dispute. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431520/ecp-opposes-key-amendment-to-kps-lg-law, 24 Jul 2026]
#9124
Which judge authored the Federal Constitutional Court judgment regarding the OGDCL employee case on 2026-07-24?
(a) Justice Syed Hasan Azhar Rizvi
(b) Justice Qazi Faez Isa
(c) Justice Mansoor Ali Shah
(d) None of these
Explanation: The judgment was authored by Justice Syed Hasan Azhar Rizvi. It clarified that OGDCL is a public limited company and not a statutory corporation subject to the 1971 Ordinance. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431567/benefits-under-armed-forces-law-fcc-sets-aside-shc-order-in-ogdcl-employees-case, 24 Jul 2026]
#9125
Which of the following statements regarding the Senate Standing Committee's directives on 2026-07-24 is INCORRECT?
(a) The committee reiterated that PECA should not be used against newspaper websites.
(b) The committee confirmed that an FIR had already been registered against the columnist under PECA.
(c) The committee ruled that the PCP is the appropriate forum for examining columnist content.
(d) The committee directed that letters be sent to provincial authorities to expedite case transfers.
Explanation: The NCCIA explicitly informed the committee that no FIR had been registered against the columnist under PECA. The other statements accurately reflect the committee's proceedings and policy stance. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431519/newspaper-columnist-senate-panel-orders-nccia-to-refer-complaint-to-pcp, 24 Jul 2026]
#9126
Consider the following statements about the OGDCL case decided on 2026-07-24: 1. The respondent served in the Pakistan Army for over nine years before joining OGDCL. 2. The FCC bench consisted of three members. 3. The respondent was granted all requested seniority and pay benefits by the OGDCL management prior to the court case. 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 respondent served for nine years and twenty-nine days. Statement 2 is correct as the FCC bench was composed of three members. Statement 3 is incorrect because the respondent was only granted two advance increments, not the full seniority and pay benefits requested. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431567/benefits-under-armed-forces-law-fcc-sets-aside-shc-order-in-ogdcl-employees-case, 24 Jul 2026]
#9127
Which of the following statements regarding the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Local Government (Amendment) Act, 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) It was unanimously supported by the Election Commission of Pakistan.
(b) It received the assent of the Governor on July 16, 2026.
(c) It was officially notified on July 21, 2026.
(d) It was passed by the KP Assembly on July 6, 2026.
Explanation: The ECP has formally opposed the amendment, terming it a 'delaying tactic' for local government elections. The other three statements accurately reflect the timeline of the bill's passage, assent, and notification. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431520/ecp-opposes-key-amendment-to-kps-lg-law, 24 Jul 2026]
#9128
Who is the current Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to whom the ECP addressed its concerns regarding the 2026 amendment?
(a) Shahab Ali Shah
(b) Nadeem Qasim
(c) Sardar Sikander Shaheen
(d) None of these
Explanation: Shahab Ali Shah is the Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa who received the official correspondence from the ECP. Nadeem Qasim is the Additional Director General of the ECP who authored the letter, not the recipient. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431520/ecp-opposes-key-amendment-to-kps-lg-law, 24 Jul 2026]
#9129
Consider the following statements about the ECP's objection to the KP Local Government (Amendment) Act, 2026: 1. The ECP claims the amendment contradicts its constitutional authority to delimit constituencies. 2. The amendment requires the ECP to consult with the provincial government when waiving population conditions. 3. The ECP argues that the amendment is a necessary step to expedite the local government election 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: Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the ECP's legal stance and the specific provision of the amendment they oppose. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ECP views the amendment as a 'delaying tactic' rather than a measure to expedite the election process. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431520/ecp-opposes-key-amendment-to-kps-lg-law, 24 Jul 2026]
#9130
Which of the following sequences represents the correct order of official policy focus or incidence occurrence reported on July 31, 2026?
(a) Mine explosion -> Police martyrdom -> Defense cooperation agreement -> Electric bus expansion
(b) Defense cooperation agreement -> Electric bus expansion -> Mine explosion -> Police martyrdom
(c) Electric bus expansion -> Mine explosion -> Police martyrdom -> Defense cooperation agreement
(d) Police martyrdom -> Electric bus expansion -> Mine explosion -> Defense cooperation agreement
Explanation: While all events occurred on the same calendar day, the logical progression of administrative and security events, as recorded in the news cycle, identifies the mining disaster and security threats followed by external strategic policy and internal environmental initiatives. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019693/at-least-32-killed-after-coal-mine-explosion-near-quetta-search-under-way-for-2-miners]
#9131
Who was appointed as the Commander of the National Strategic Command on July 24, 2026?
(a) General Syed Asim Munir
(b) General Aamer Raza
(c) General Asif Ali Zardari
(d) None of these
Explanation: Lieutenant General Aamer Raza was promoted to the rank of four-star General and appointed as the Commander of the National Strategic Command on July 24, 2026. General Syed Asim Munir serves as the Chief of Defence Forces, making him an incorrect choice for this specific command role. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431618/lt-gen-aamer-raza-promoted-to-general-appointed-as-commander-of-national-strategic-command, 24 Jul 2026]
#9132
In which city was the lawsuit filed by Anthropic against the United States government on March 10, 2026?
(a) San Francisco
(b) Washington
(c) New York
(d) Los Angeles
Explanation: The complaint was filed in federal court located in San Francisco. While Washington is the seat of the federal government and the Pentagon, the legal action itself was initiated in the Northern District of California. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980425/anthropic-takes-us-govt-to-court-over-security-risk-designation, 10 Mar 2026]
#9133
Consider the following statements regarding governance and policy developments in Pakistan and international domains as of August 2, 2026:
(a) Only 1 and 2 are correct
(b) Only 2 and 3 are correct
(c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
(d) 1, 2, and 3 are all correct
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect because the US business delegation visit to Karachi was focused on FDI through the SIFC, not the ECP's electoral governance. Statement 2 is accurate as Pakistan Railways is digitizing land records to retrieve encroached state assets. Statement 3 correctly identifies that mining safety in Pakistan is now a provincial mandate following the 18th Constitutional Amendment. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433041/us-business-team-completes-2-day-visit-of-karachi]
#9134
Arrange the following events in the chronological order of their reported occurrences or policy implementation status as described in the provided updates for August 2, 2026:
(a) 1-3-2-4
(b) 4-1-2-3
(c) 2-4-1-3
(d) 3-2-4-1
Explanation: Based on the provided reports for August 2, 2026: The recovery of 2,552 acres by Pakistan Railways (Event 4) serves as a recent administrative achievement. The EU's enforcement of the AI law (Event 1) and the US delegation visit (Event 2) were confirmed activities of the day, followed by the tragic security updates in Swat (Event 3). [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433039/railways-retrieves-2552-acres-of-encroached-land]
#9135
Arrange the following events of August 3, 2026, in the correct chronological order of their impact or reporting based on the provided data summaries:
(a) 1, 2, 3, 4
(b) 4, 3, 2, 1
(c) 2, 4, 1, 3
(d) 3, 1, 4, 2
Explanation: While all events share the date of August 3, 2026, the logic follows the sequence of systemic legislative review, then active regional conflict (Gaza), moving to international diplomatic security (Hormuz), and finally domestic terror incidents (Moscow). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020267/no-more-torture]
#9136
Who was appointed as the Commander of the National Strategic Command (NSC) on July 24, 2026?
(a) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza
(b) General Aamer Raza
(c) General Asim Munir
(d) None of these
Explanation: General Aamer Raza was promoted to the rank of four-star general and appointed as the Commander of the National Strategic Command. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza is the incorrect choice as he was the last officer to serve as the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee before that office was abolished. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431733/lt-gen-aamer-promoted-appointed-as-commander-nsc, 24 Jul 2026]
#9137
Who chaired the Senate Standing Committee meeting held on July 24, 2026, regarding federal interference in devolved ministries?
(a) Senator Farooq H. Naek
(b) Senator Raza Rabbani
(c) Senator Zamir Hussain Ghumro
(d) Senator Mushahid Hussain
Explanation: Senator Zamir Hussain Ghumro chaired the committee meeting where concerns were raised regarding the federal government's failure to adhere to the devolution process mandated by the 18th Amendment. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431713/17-ministries-senate-body-says-concerned-at-govts-meddling, 24 Jul 2026]
#9138
According to the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan, what was the primary driver for the decline in dollar sales to banks during the first 10 months of 2026?
(a) Increased investment in domestic manufacturing
(b) Diversion of funds into cryptocurrency trading
(c) Sharp rise in official export-led remittances
(d) Government-imposed limits on foreign currency accounts
Explanation: The chairman of the Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan noted that billions of dollars were diverted from the banking system into illegal cryptocurrency investments. This outflow contributed to the reduction in dollar sales to banks. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018391/war-dries-up-unofficial-dollar-inflows, 26 Jul 2026]
#9139
The Virtual Assets Act 2026 was passed to regulate which of the following sectors in Pakistan?
(a) Cryptocurrency and digital asset providers
(b) Traditional textile export manufacturing
(c) Informal hundi and hawala networks
(d) Cross-border physical commodity trade
Explanation: The Virtual Assets Act 2026 provides a regulatory framework for licensed virtual asset providers, allowing banks to facilitate services for the sector. This is distinct from the informal hundi/hawala systems which remain illegal. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018391/war-dries-up-unofficial-dollar-inflows, 26 Jul 2026]
#9140
Which of the following statements regarding the Virtual Assets Act 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) It allows regulated banks to open accounts for entities registered under the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority.
(b) It establishes a framework for licensed virtual asset providers to operate within the formal financial system.
(c) It was passed in the same year that Pakistan lifted its eight-year ban on crypto-related banking activity.
(d) It permits banks to use customer deposits to trade or invest in digital assets for profit.
Explanation: The Act explicitly prohibits banks from using their own capital or customer deposits to trade, hold, or invest in digital assets. Therefore, is the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018391/war-dries-up-unofficial-dollar-inflows, 26 Jul 2026]