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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.
#15081
What is the current price of high-speed diesel (HSD) per litre as of July 25, 2026?
(a) Rs335.18
(b) Rs383.46
(c) Rs520.35
(d) Rs281.00
Explanation: The government set the price of high-speed diesel at Rs383.46 per litre following the recent adjustment. Rs335.18 is the current price for petrol, while Rs520.35 represents a historical peak price for diesel. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018328/govt-keeps-petrol-diesel-prices-unchanged-for-two-days, 25 Jul 2026]
#15082
Upon the successful completion of the 2026 IMF review, Pakistan is expected to receive approximately how much funding under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF)?
(a) 100 million USD
(b) 760 million USD
(c) 500 million USD
(d) 200 million USD
Explanation: The IMF indicated that Pakistan would be eligible for around $200 million under the RSF upon the successful conclusion of the review. The $760 million figure refers to the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) equivalent for the EFF portion. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981220/imf-mission-fails-to-reach-staff-level-agreement-with-pakistan-talks-to-continue, 12 Mar 2026]
#15083
Which judicial body issued the July 13, 2026, ruling that set aside the Supreme Court judgment regarding the demolition of restaurants in Margalla Hills National Park?
(a) Supreme Judicial Council
(b) Federal Constitutional Court
(c) Islamabad High Court
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) is the body that issued the ruling on July 13, 2026, overturning the previous Supreme Court decision. The Supreme Judicial Council is a separate body tasked with the accountability of judges, not the adjudication of environmental or property disputes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015144/fcc-sets-aside-sc-judgment-that-allowed-demolition-of-restaurants-in-margalla-hills-national-park, 13 Jul 2026]
#15084
Who led the IMF mission that held discussions with Pakistani authorities in March 2026?
(a) Nathan Porter
(b) Iva Petrova
(c) Kristalina Georgieva
(d) None of these
Explanation: Iva Petrova headed the IMF mission that conducted the review discussions with Pakistan in early 2026. Nathan Porter is a former mission chief, and Kristalina Georgieva is the Managing Director of the IMF. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981220/imf-mission-fails-to-reach-staff-level-agreement-with-pakistan-talks-to-continue, 12 Mar 2026]
#15085
On 2026-03-12, the Islamabad High Court ordered the formation of a medical board to evaluate the health of which individual?
(a) Nawaz Sharif
(b) Imran Khan
(c) Asif Ali Zardari
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Islamabad High Court issued the order on 2026-03-12 regarding the medical treatment of the PTI founder, Imran Khan. The other individuals listed are prominent political figures but were not the subject of this specific court order. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981293/ihc-orders-formation-of-medical-board-on-plea-seeking-imrans-transfer-to-shifa-international-hospital, 12 Mar 2026]
#15086
On March 11, 2026, the government announced plans to table legislation for SOE governance to meet structural benchmarks set by which international organization?
(a) World Bank
(b) International Monetary Fund
(c) Asian Development Bank
(d) None of these
Explanation: The government is finalizing legislation to meet structural benchmarks required for the successful conclusion of the IMF's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) reviews. The World Bank and ADB are development partners, but the specific structural benchmark compliance mentioned is tied to the IMF. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980722/govt-to-table-soe-bills-for-imf-compliance, 11 Mar 2026]
#15087
In the context of the 2026 Middle East conflict, which flight tracking service reported that planes arriving in Dubai were placed in a holding pattern due to a potential missile attack?
(a) FlightAware
(b) SkyScanner
(c) Aviation Safety Network
(d) Flightradar24
Explanation: Flightradar24 reported the airspace chaos in the Middle East, noting that planes were held in a pattern near Dubai as a precautionary measure against potential missile activity. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980748/airlines-raise-ticket-prices-as-middle-east-conflict-drives-up-fuel-costs, 11 Mar 2026]
#15088
In which area of Jammu did the assassination attempt on Farooq Abdullah occur on March 12, 2026?
(a) Greater Kailash
(b) Purani Mandi
(c) Royal Park
(d) None of these
Explanation: The incident took place at a wedding ceremony located in the Greater Kailash area of Jammu. While Royal Park is mentioned as the specific venue, Greater Kailash is the broader area identified in reports. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981258/man-arrested-after-attempt-on-life-of-former-occupied-kashmir-cm-farooq-abdullah, 12 Mar 2026]
#15089
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 AMD-Anthropic deal is INCORRECT?
(a) The deal involves the purchase of AI servers by Anthropic.
(b) The deal grants AMD a majority ownership stake in Anthropic.
(c) Anthropic will begin receiving the new chips in the first half of 2027.
(d) AMD's investment is contingent upon achieving deployment milestones.
Explanation: The deal is a strategic investment and hardware supply agreement; it does not grant AMD a majority ownership stake in Anthropic. The other three statements accurately reflect the terms reported in the agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017572/amd-to-sell-anthropic-tens-of-billions-in-ai-servers-invest-up-to-5bn-in-startup, 22 Jul 2026]
#15090
Consider the following statements about Pakistan's diplomatic stance on July 22, 2026: 1. Pakistan condemned the Houthi militia for threats against Saudi Arabia. 2. The Foreign Office emphasized that such threats undermine the freedom of navigation. 3. Pakistan explicitly declared an immediate military intervention in the Red Sea. 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 based on the Foreign Office statement. Statement 3 is incorrect because Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue and diplomacy, and while it reserved the right to self-defense, it did not declare an immediate military intervention. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431293/pakistan-condemns-houthi-threats-against-saudi-arabia-red-sea-shipping, 22 Jul 2026]
#15091
What is the percentage rate of the Ad hoc Relief Allowance-2026 granted to federal civil employees effective from July 1, 2026?
(a) 5 percent
(b) 7 percent
(c) 10 percent
(d) 15 percent
Explanation: The government notification issued on July 22, 2026, explicitly states that a 7 percent Ad hoc Relief Allowance-2026 was granted to federal civil employees. This allowance is calculated based on the running basic pay under the new BPS-2026 structure. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431195/salary-increase-notified-govt-issues-revised-bps-2026-for-civil-servants, 22 Jul 2026]
#15092
Consider the following statements about the Board of Peace (BoP) and the Gaza reconstruction plan: 1. The BoP was formally established in January 2026. 2. The pilot camp is intended to be established in the buffer zone near Rafah. 3. The UN Security Council resolution authorizing the BoP was adopted in early 2026. 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 BoP was established in January 2026. Statement 2 is correct as the pilot camp is planned for the buffer zone near Rafah. Statement 3 is incorrect because the UN Security Council resolution was adopted in mid-November of the previous year (2025), not in 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015988/gaza-reconstruction-plan-under-trumps-board-of-peace-reduced-to-pilot-project-british-publication, 16 Jul 2026]
#15093
What is the maximum investment amount AMD has pledged to Anthropic in the 2026 deal?
(a) 1 billion dollars
(b) 30 billion dollars
(c) 10 billion dollars
(d) 5 billion dollars
Explanation: AMD announced an investment of up to $5 billion in Anthropic, tied to the achievement of specific deployment milestones. The $30 billion figure refers to separate reported talks involving Nvidia and OpenAI. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017572/amd-to-sell-anthropic-tens-of-billions-in-ai-servers-invest-up-to-5bn-in-startup, 22 Jul 2026]
#15094
Consider the following statements about the political situation in Gilgit-Baltistan as of June 2026: 1. The PML-N leadership visited the region to meet with party ticket-holders. 2. The PTI has expressed concerns regarding the impartiality of the GB Election Commission. 3. The elections were held on schedule without any prior delays. 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 based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the elections were held after a four-month delay, not on the original schedule. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004429/pml-n-supremo-nawaz-sharif-to-visit-gilgit-baltistan-ahead-of-june-7-polls, 01 Jun 2026]
#15095
Who is the current US Treasury Secretary who met with Pakistan's Finance Minister in July 2026?
(a) Janet Yellen
(b) Timothy Geithner
(c) Steven Mnuchin
(d) Scott Bessent
Explanation: Scott Bessent is the US Treasury Secretary who held discussions with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb regarding Pakistan's economic reforms. Janet Yellen is a former Treasury Secretary, making her an incorrect choice. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017582/us-treasury-secretary-welcomes-pakistans-economic-reforms-return-to-capital-markets, 22 Jul 2026]
#15096
Consider the following statements about the Prime Minister’s Office System (PMOS): 1. It was launched on July 22, 2026. 2. It is designed to manage the lifecycle of directives from issuance to post-implementation review. 3. It is mandatory for all federal ministries and divisions to adopt the system. 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 launch details provided. The system was launched on the specified date, covers the full lifecycle of directives, and is a mandatory requirement for federal entities. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431190/ai-powered-monitoring-system-pm-launches-pmos-to-manage-complete-lifecycle-of-directives, 22 Jul 2026]
#15097
Which specific chip model is Anthropic planning to purchase from AMD as part of the 2026 agreement?
(a) Instinct MI300
(b) Instinct MI450
(c) Instinct MI500
(d) None of these
Explanation: Anthropic has committed to purchasing two gigawatts of AMD's latest-generation Instinct MI450 chips. The MI300 is an older architecture, and the MI500 is not the model specified in the agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017572/amd-to-sell-anthropic-tens-of-billions-in-ai-servers-invest-up-to-5bn-in-startup, 22 Jul 2026]
#15098
According to the Prime Minister's address on July 22, 2026, which sector was specifically highlighted as a beneficiary of the robotics and autonomous systems revolution for inclusive growth?
(a) Large-scale manufacturing
(b) Agricultural sector
(c) Financial banking sector
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Prime Minister emphasized that robotics and autonomous systems should improve the lives of farmers and small businesses, explicitly highlighting the agricultural sector as a key beneficiary for inclusive growth. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431277/pm-shehbaz-calls-for-national-innovation-ecosystem-to-advance-indigenous-robotics-technology, 22 Jul 2026]
#15099
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic meeting held on July 23, 2026: 1. The Iranian President described Pakistan as a brotherly country and a second home for Iranians. 2. The meeting involved the presentation of credentials by the new Pakistani ambassador. 3. The Iranian President expressed a desire to distance Iran from regional Muslim-majority nations. 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 based on the event. Statement 3 is incorrect because the President specifically emphasized the need for promoting unity among Muslim countries, not distancing Iran from them. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017654/iranian-president-pezeshkian-calls-for-strengthening-pak-iran-relations, 23 Jul 2026]
#15100
Which of the following is NOT a category of Iranian military targets struck by the United States as of July 23, 2026?
(a) Coastal surveillance sites
(b) Missile and drone storage facilities
(c) Air defense assets
(d) Commercial oil refineries
Explanation: The United States Central Command specified that strikes targeted military capabilities, including air defense, surveillance, and storage facilities. Commercial oil refineries were not listed as targets in the official military report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017740/houthis-attack-saudi-tankers-in-red-sea-as-us-strikes-iran-for-12th-consecutive-day, 23 Jul 2026]