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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.
#19761
According to shipping data from Kpler, oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz during the weekend of July 27, 2026, fell to what percentage of pre-war levels?
(a) 5 percent
(b) 25 percent
(c) 15 percent
(d) 35 percent
Explanation: Shipping data indicated that flows through the Strait of Hormuz dropped to approximately 15 percent of pre-war levels. This reduction reflects the severe impact of regional military tensions on maritime energy transit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018729/oil-prices-near-one-week-low-after-us-iran-pause-fighting-over-weekend, 27 Jul 2026]
#19762
Consider the following statements about the energy sector reforms discussed on 28 July 2026: 1. The government aims to increase strategic petroleum reserves to mitigate supply shocks. 2. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) is slated for performance-related reforms. 3. The federal budget for FY24-25 provided full, uninterrupted support for the 2023 refining policy. 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 correct as they reflect the PM's directives. Statement 3 is incorrect because the federal budget for FY24-25 actually nullified many incentives in the 2023 policy, causing refineries to pause their projects. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018968/pm-orders-increase-in-countrys-strategic-petroleum-reserves-changes-to-oil-refining-policy-approved, 28 Jul 2026]
#19763
Which of the following statements regarding the earthquake event on July 28, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 7.1.
(b) The epicenter was located approximately 20 kilometers south of Kumamoto city.
(c) The earthquake caused no damage to the regional high-speed rail network.
(d) The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of potential landslides for about a week.
Explanation: The statement that there was no damage to the rail network is incorrect, as reports confirmed that rail services were halted and high-speed train passengers were among those injured. The other three statements are factually accurate based on the event details. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018983/major-earthquake-hits-japans-kyushu-region-pm-says-injuries-reported-buildings-collapsed, 28 Jul 2026]
#19764
Consider the following statements about the energy security situation on July 27, 2026: 1. The conflict has caused oil shipments to be diverted away from the Red Sea. 2. Houthi forces targeted supply sites linking eastern Saudi Arabia to the city of Yanbu. 3. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal in the Black Sea remained closed indefinitely as of July 27, 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: Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the impact on Red Sea shipping and the specific targets of Houthi attacks. Statement 3 is incorrect because the energy ministry reported that the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal had resumed oil loadings. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018729/oil-prices-near-one-week-low-after-us-iran-pause-fighting-over-weekend, 27 Jul 2026]
#19765
Consider the following statements about the earthquake event on July 28, 2026: 1. Approximately 300,000 people were instructed to move to evacuation centres. 2. The earthquake caused damage to roads, bridges, and residential buildings. 3. The Japan Meteorological Agency declared that the risk of aftershocks had completely ended within 24 hours.
(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 disaster management agency's instructions and the reported infrastructure damage. Statement 3 is incorrect because the agency warned that residents must remain vigilant for strong aftershocks for about a week. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018983/powerful-quake-hits-southern-japan-deaths-feared-in-shopping-mall-explosion, 28 Jul 2026]
#19766
Consider the following statements about the 2026 T20 World Cup travel crisis: 1. The charter flight was intended to transport teams to Johannesburg before continuing to Antigua. 2. South African players Quinton de Kock and David Miller expressed dissatisfaction with the ICC's travel management. 3. The West Indies team remained in India for several days after their elimination due to repeated charter 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: All three statements are factually accurate based on the reports regarding the travel disruptions. The charter route, the specific players who voiced concerns, and the fact that the team remained in India post-elimination are all verified details. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980612/t20-world-cup-west-indies-players-leave-india-on-commercial-flights-after-charter-cancelled, 10 Mar 2026]
#19767
Consider the following statements about the 2026 wildfire crisis in Europe: 1. The heatwave conditions have hindered cargo shipping on European waterways due to low river levels. 2. Firefighters in Spain were able to effectively tackle active fire fronts in Madrid during the night. 3. The UK Met Office predicted that the heatwave would be a long-term, multi-month event. 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 operational challenges and successes reported. Statement 3 is incorrect because the UK Met Office described the spell of hot weather as 'relatively short-lived,' not a multi-month event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018994/firefighters-in-france-spain-scramble-to-contain-blazes-as-new-heatwave-looms, 28 Jul 2026]
#19768
Which of the following statements regarding the market events of March 10, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The State Bank of Pakistan increased the policy rate to 12.5% to curb inflation.
(b) Trading was temporarily suspended due to a 5% rise in the KSE-30 index.
(c) The market rally was partially attributed to improved global market conditions.
(d) The KSE-100 index closed the session in the green.
Explanation: The State Bank of Pakistan maintained the policy rate at 10.5%, not 12.5%. Options A, B, and C are factually accurate descriptions of the market conditions on that date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980474/bulls-return-as-kse-100-surges-past-9000-points-market-closes-in-the-green, 10 Mar 2026]
#19769
Which of the following statements regarding the oil market situation on March 10, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) Brent futures experienced a decline of approximately 6.8 percent.
(b) Goldman Sachs immediately adjusted its fourth-quarter 2026 price forecast for Brent to $90 per barrel.
(c) US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices fell by approximately 6.8 percent.
(d) Volumes in Brent dropped to the lowest amount since February 27.
Explanation: Goldman Sachs explicitly stated it was not changing its oil price forecast for Brent at $66 per barrel for the fourth quarter of 2026, making the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980481/oil-sinks-7pc-as-trump-predicts-middle-east-de-escalation, 10 Mar 2026]
#19770
Consider the following statements about the Sindh government's transport policy announced on April 5, 2026: 1. The government decided to make all public transport free across the province. 2. The subsidy package includes financial support for transporters based on route permits. 3. The total contribution of the Sindh government towards the overall subsidy framework is approximately Rs14 billion. 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 government explicitly chose a fare freeze over making buses free. Statements 2 and 3 are factually correct as per the government's announcement regarding route permit subsidies and the Rs14 billion total contribution. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1988836/sindh-cm-secures-fare-freeze-after-talks-with-transporters-amid-fuel-price-hike, 05 Apr 2026]
#19771
Consider the following statements about the Supreme Court's intervention in the 2026 protests: 1. The court ordered that protesters' personal data should not be made public. 2. The Solicitor General claimed that approximately 250 police officers were injured during the demonstrations. 3. The protests continued even after the resignation of the Education Minister. 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 court proceedings. Statement 3 is incorrect because the protests ended on the Saturday following the minister's resignation and the government's agreement to protesters' demands. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
#19772
In April 2026, Iran announced a temporary ceasefire of what duration with the United States?
(a) One week
(b) One month
(c) Two weeks
(d) Three months
Explanation: The Iranian leadership confirmed a two-week ceasefire with the United States in April 2026, intended to facilitate potential peace negotiations. This duration was explicitly mentioned in the state-broadcast message. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990308/in-written-message-iran-supreme-leader-says-tehran-does-not-seek-war-but-will-not-renounce-legitimate-rights, 09 Apr 2026]
#19773
Consider the following statements about the market activity on March 10, 2026: 1. The KSE-100 index gained over 9,000 points during the trading session. 2. The market halt was triggered by a 5% increase in the KSE-100 index. 3. The rally followed a significant decline in the index on the previous trading day. 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 index advanced 9,696.98 points. Statement 2 is incorrect because the halt was triggered by the KSE-30 index, not the KSE-100. Statement 3 is correct as the rally followed the historic drop on March 9. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980474/bulls-return-as-kse-100-surges-past-9000-points-market-closes-in-the-green, 10 Mar 2026]
#19774
Consider the following statements regarding policy and governance developments in Pakistan as of August 5, 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 correct
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect because the planned restructuring involves unbundling the two existing gas utilities into five entities, not five companies into two. Statement 2 is correct regarding the labor action scheduled for August 8. Statement 3 is correct regarding the recent technological infrastructure advancement at SSUET. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433353/goods-transporters-say-will-observe-strike-from-8th]
#19775
Select the correct chronological sequence of the following policy-related occurrences reported on August 5, 2026:
(a) A > B > C > D
(b) C > B > D > A
(c) B > A > D > C
(d) D > C > B > A
Explanation: The events involve: A) The appointment of a cricket coach; B) The launch of a book on hybrid warfare; C) Bilawal Bhutto's statement on Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir; D) The Ministerial meeting in Jordan regarding Jerusalem. All events were reported on the same calendar day, and their sequence follows their presentation in the daily news cycle order. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433345/smith-appointed-batting-coach-of-mens-team]
#19776
Prior to the July 28, 2026 incident, when did the previous shooting occur at the same US Consulate building in Toronto?
(a) January 10, 2026
(b) February 10, 2026
(c) April 10, 2026
(d) March 10, 2026
Explanation: The previous shooting incident at the US Consulate in Toronto occurred on March 10, 2026. This event was also linked to broader security concerns in the Toronto area. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018887/shot-fired-outside-us-consulate-in-toronto, 28 Jul 2026]
#19777
The resignation of the Indian Education Minister in July 2026 was primarily triggered by failures in which sector?
(a) Competitive examination systems
(b) Agricultural subsidies
(c) Public healthcare infrastructure
(d) Foreign trade policy
Explanation: The resignation followed repeated failures and paper leaks in competitive exams, such as the NEET, which caused widespread anger among students. The other options are unrelated to the specific portfolio of the Education Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018741/indias-cockroach-janta-party-demands-release-of-protesters-after-reports-of-detention, 27 Jul 2026]
#19778
What is the notified value of Diyat (blood money) for the fiscal year 2026-27?
(a) Rs6,757,902
(b) Rs9,828,670
(c) Rs19,352,390
(d) None of these
Explanation: The federal government set the Diyat value at Rs19,352,390 for FY2026-27. The other figures represent values from previous fiscal years. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019000/govt-almost-doubles-blood-money-payment-to-heirs-of-victim-on-account-of-rising-silver-prices, 28 Jul 2026]
#19779
Which of the following statements regarding the fuel pricing policy in July 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The government decided to move toward a daily fuel pricing mechanism.
(b) The All Pakistan Dealers Association expressed support for the daily pricing decision.
(c) The price adjustments were influenced by hostilities in the Persian Gulf.
(d) The Petroleum Division issued a notification regarding the new prices.
Explanation: The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened to protest, making statement B incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's policy and the context of the price changes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
#19780
The Diyat value for FY2026-27 represents an approximate percentage increase over the FY2025-26 value?
(a) 56 percent
(b) 75 percent
(c) 97 percent
(d) None of these
Explanation: The government announced a 97 percent increase in the Diyat value for the current fiscal year compared to the previous year. This sharp rise is attributed to the appreciation of silver prices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019000/govt-almost-doubles-blood-money-payment-to-heirs-of-victim-on-account-of-rising-silver-prices, 28 Jul 2026]