#101

Which Pakistani official was elected to the UN's Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities for 2023-2026?

(a) A medical doctor

(b) A senior diplomat / legal expert

(c) A local mayor

(d) None of the above

Explanation: Pakistan's membership in this committee reflects its commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. It allows Pakistan to help shape international standards for the inclusion and protection of millions of people with disabilities.

#102

The Commonwealth Games 2026, which Pakistan is preparing for, are scheduled to be held in which country?

(a) United Kingdom

(b) Australia

(c) Scotland (Glasgow)

(d) India

Explanation: After Victoria (Australia) withdrew as host, the 2026 Commonwealth Games were officially moved to Glasgow, Scotland. Pakistan intends to send a strong contingent, aiming to build on the success of athletes like Arshad Nadeem and to improve its medal tally in sports like wrestling, boxing, and weightlifting.

#103

Which international organization did Pakistan join as a full member in June 2017 to enhance Eurasian security and economic ties?

(a) ASEAN

(b) SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization)

(c) BRICS

(d) Arab League

Explanation: Pakistan (along with India) was admitted as a full member of the SCO during the Astana Summit in 2017. Membership in the SCO provides Pakistan with a platform for regional counter-terrorism cooperation (through RATS) and economic connectivity with Russia, China, and Central Asia.

#104

The Plan for the division of the Indo-Pak subcontinent (the 3rd June Plan) was officially announced on:

(a) 3rd June, 1947

(b) 14th August, 1947

(c) 13th April, 1954

(d) 23rd March, 1940

Explanation: The final plan for the partition of India and the transfer of power, commonly known as the Mountbatten Plan or the 3rd June Plan, was announced by the British government on June 3, 1947. It laid out the timeline for independence and the mechanism for the creation of two sovereign states, India and Pakistan.

#105

The Eighth Amendment, introduced by the Junejo government, was approved by the Senate on:

(a) 28 September, 1985

(b) 29 September, 1985

(c) 30 September, 1985

(d) 31 October, 1985

Explanation: The Eighth Amendment was a landmark piece of legislation that indemnified the actions of the martial law regime and granted the President the power to dissolve the National Assembly. It was approved by the Senate on October 31, 1985.

#106

President Zia-ul-Haq dissolved the Junejo government and the assemblies on:

(a) 29 May, 1988

(b) 30 May, 1988

(c) 1 June, 1988

(d) 2 June, 1988

Explanation: On May 29, 1988, President Zia-ul-Haq dismissed Prime Minister Junejo and dissolved the National Assembly using Article 58-2b. He cited the government's failure to maintain law and order and the slow pace of Islamization as the official reasons.

#107

Which member of the dissolved assembly challenged the dissolution of the Junejo government in the Lahore High Court?

(a) Haji Mohammad Sharif

(b) Haji Mohammad Saifullah

(c) Haji Mohammad Yar Khan

(d) Haji Muhammad Doltana

Explanation: Haji Muhammad Saifullah challenged the dissolution of the assemblies. The court ruled that the dissolution was unsustainable in law as the grounds were too vague, but it did not restore the assembly because the election process had already begun.

#108

General Pervez Musharraf became the President of Pakistan on 20th June, 2001. Who was the sitting President before him?

(a) Waseem Sajjad

(b) Rafique Tarar

(c) Farooq Leghari

(d) None of these

Explanation: Muhammad Rafiq Tarar served as the President until June 20, 2001, when Musharraf formally assumed the presidency after Tarar's resignation.

#109

The 'National Security Policy' (NSP) 2022-2026 of Pakistan shifts the focus of its alliances from Geopolitics to:

(a) Space-politics

(b) Geo-economics

(c) Isolationism

(d) Theocratic governance

Explanation: The NSP 2022-2026 is a landmark document that places 'Geo-economics' at the heart of Pakistan's security. It emphasizes that traditional security through alliances is only sustainable if the country is economically strong and integrated into regional trade networks like CPEC and the ECO.

#110

Which British plan, announced in June 1947, finalized the partition of India and the creation of Pakistan?

(a) Cabinet Mission Plan

(b) Mountbatten Plan (3rd June Plan)

(c) Cripps Mission Plan

(d) Wavell Plan

Explanation: The 3rd June Plan, announced by Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, laid out the procedure for the transfer of power and the partition of British India into two sovereign states, India and Pakistan. It stipulated that the provincial assemblies of Punjab and Bengal would meet in two parts (Muslim and non-Muslim) to vote on partition and that referendums would be held in the NWFP and Sylhet district of Assam.

#111

Which military operation was approved by the federal cabinet in June 2024 to tackle the renewed surge in militancy across the country?

(a) Operation Zarb-e-Azb

(b) Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad

(c) Operation Azm-e-Istehkam

(d) Operation Rah-e-Rast

Explanation: Operation Azm-e-Istehkam (Resolve for Stability) was approved as a comprehensive national counter-terrorism campaign. It aims to integrate kinetic military actions with socio-economic development and enhanced border management to permanently eliminate the threat of terrorism and ensure internal security.

#112

Who replaced Yousaf Raza Gillani as Prime Minister in June 2012?

(a) Shah Mehmood Qureshi

(b) Raja Pervez Ashraf

(c) Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain

(d) Mian Nawaz Sharif

Explanation: After the disqualification of Yousaf Raza Gillani, the PPP-led coalition elected Raja Pervez Ashraf as the Prime Minister. He served for the remaining duration of the assembly's term until March 2013.

#113

Which major military operation was launched in June 2014 to clear North Waziristan of militants during the Nawaz Sharif administration?

(a) Operation Rah-e-Rast

(b) Operation Rah-e-Nijat

(c) Operation Zarb-e-Azb

(d) Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad

Explanation: Operation Zarb-e-Azb was launched on June 15, 2014, following a high-profile attack on Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. It was a joint military offensive aimed at eliminating local and foreign militant groups in North Waziristan, eventually leading to a significant decrease in terrorist incidents across the country.

#114

What was the 'Model Town Incident' of June 2014 which remained a political challenge for the PML-N?

(a) A corruption scandal

(b) A violent clash between police and PAT workers in Lahore

(c) A factory fire

(d) A terrorist attack

Explanation: In June 2014, a police operation to remove barriers outside the residence of Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri led to a violent confrontation, resulting in the deaths of 14 PAT workers. The incident became a major tool for the opposition to challenge the legitimacy of the Sharif government.

#115

What happens if the National Assembly does not pass the budget by June 30th?

(a) The previous year's budget automatically continues

(b) The government cannot legally spend any money starting July 1st

(c) The Prime Minister must resign immediately

(d) The Supreme Court takes over the treasury

Explanation: Budgetary authorization is strictly annual. If the Assembly fails to approve the Annual Budget Statement and the Finance Bill by the end of the fiscal year, the government loses the legal authority to withdraw money from the Consolidated Fund or collect taxes, leading to a 'government shutdown' scenario.

#116

Which major investment-focused body was established in June 2023 under the PDM government to attract foreign investment?

(a) Board of Investment (BOI)

(b) Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)

(c) Economic Coordination Committee (ECC)

(d) National Economic Council (NEC)

Explanation: The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) was established in June 2023 as a 'one-window' platform to facilitate foreign investment, particularly from Gulf countries. It is a civil-military collaborative body designed to streamline projects in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, IT, and energy, aimed at stabilizing the economy without bureaucratic hurdles.

#117

In June 2023, Pakistan secured a 9-month Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF worth how much?

(a) $1 Billion

(b) $3 Billion

(c) $6 Billion

(d) $7 Billion

Explanation: After months of negotiations and the expiration of the previous Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the PDM government signed a $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF in late June 2023. This short-term bridge loan was critical in preventing a sovereign default and stabilizing the country's foreign exchange reserves before the upcoming elections.

#118

In June 2023, the PDM government amended the Elections Act to limit the disqualification period of lawmakers to how many years?

(a) Permanent

(b) 10 years

(c) 5 years

(d) 3 years

Explanation: The amendment to the Elections Act 2017 reduced the disqualification period for lawmakers under Article 62(1)(f) to a maximum of five years. This was widely seen as a move to clear the way for PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif and IPP leader Jahangir Tareen to participate in future elections.

#119

If 1st May of a year is Tuesday, what day is 1st June of the same year?

(a) Thursday

(b) Friday

(c) Saturday

(d) Sunday

Explanation: May has 31 days. The number of odd days in May is 31 mod 7 = 3. Moving from 1st May to 1st June adds these 3 odd days to the current day. Tuesday + 3 days = Friday.

#120

In a regular year, how many odd days are accumulated between January 1st and June 1st?

(a) 2

(b) 4

(c) 4

(d) 5

Explanation: Calculate the odd days for the completed months: Jan (3) + Feb (0) + Mar (3) + Apr (2) + May (3). Total = 11 odd days. 11 mod 7 leaves a final remainder of exactly 4 odd days. Let me update the correct option to 4.

June 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions