March 2026 Edition
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March 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#141
Which Pakistani officer refused to conduct the military operation in East Pakistan and resigned in early March 1971?
(a) General Tikka Khan
(b) Admiral S.M. Ahsan / Lt Gen Sahabzada Yaqub Khan
(c) General A.A.K. Niazi
(d) General Gul Hassan
Explanation: Vice Admiral S.M. Ahsan (Governor) and Lt Gen Sahabzada Yaqub Khan (Commander Eastern Command) both resigned in early March 1971. They believed that a military solution was not viable for a political problem and warned against the crackdown.
#142
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.
#143
Pakistan Day is celebrated annually on March 23rd to commemorate which historic event?
(a) The independence of Pakistan from British rule
(b) The adoption of the Pakistan Resolution in 1940
(c) The passing of the 1973 Constitution
(d) The first successful nuclear test
Explanation: Pakistan Day, also known as Republic Day, commemorates the passing of the Lahore Resolution on March 23, 1940, at Minto Park. This resolution formally demanded a separate homeland for the Muslims of British India. Additionally, it marks the day in 1956 when Pakistan adopted its first constitution, officially becoming the world's first Islamic Republic.
#144
International Women's Day on March 8 is celebrated in Pakistan with a focus on which historical figure?
(a) Benazir Bhutto
(b) Fatima Jinnah (Madr-e-Millat)
(c) Begum Ra'ana Liaquat Ali Khan
(d) All of the above
Explanation: While March 8 is an international event, in Pakistan, the day is used to remember the struggle of women like Fatima Jinnah, Benazir Bhutto, and Ra'ana Liaquat Ali Khan. These women played pivotal roles in the independence movement, politics, and social welfare, serving as symbols of empowerment for the women of Pakistan.
#145
The poetic collection 'Bang-e-Dara' (The Call of the Marching Bell) was published in which year?
(a) 1915
(b) 1924
(c) 1935
(d) 1947
Explanation: 'Bang-e-Dara' was Allama Iqbal's first collection of Urdu poetry, published in 1924. It contains many of his most famous poems, including 'Shikwa' and 'Jawab-e-Shikwa,' and 'Taranah-e-Hindi.' The book is divided into three parts corresponding to different periods of his life and reflects his evolving philosophical and political thought regarding the Muslims of the subcontinent.
#146
The 'Aurat March', held annually on International Women's Day (March 8), first began in which city in 2018?
(a) Lahore
(b) Karachi
(c) Islamabad
(d) Multan
Explanation: The first Aurat March (Women's March) was organized in Karachi in 2018. It has since become an annual nationwide event held in major cities like Lahore, Islamabad, and Quetta. The march has sparked significant national debate regarding women's rights, bodily autonomy, and social justice, becoming a major cultural and political phenomenon in contemporary Pakistan.
#147
The 'Aurat March', held annually on March 8, represents which segment of Pakistani civil society?
(a) Environmentalists
(b) Feminist movements and women's rights advocates
(c) Political party workers only
(d) Industrial workers
Explanation: The Aurat March is an annual demonstration held in major Pakistani cities since 2018. It advocates for women's rights, bodily autonomy, and an end to gender-based violence. It has become a focal point for debates on social norms and civil liberties in Pakistan.
#148
Pakistan Day is celebrated annually on March 23rd to commemorate which historic event?
(a) The independence of Pakistan from British rule
(b) The adoption of the Pakistan Resolution in 1940
(c) The passing of the 1973 Constitution
(d) The first successful nuclear test
Explanation: Pakistan Day, also known as Republic Day, commemorates the passing of the Lahore Resolution on March 23, 1940, at Minto Park. This resolution formally demanded a separate homeland for the Muslims of British India. Additionally, it marks the day in 1956 when Pakistan adopted its first constitution, officially becoming the world's first Islamic Republic.
#149
International Women's Day on March 8 is celebrated in Pakistan with a focus on which historical figure?
(a) Benazir Bhutto
(b) Fatima Jinnah (Madr-e-Millat)
(c) Begum Ra'ana Liaquat Ali Khan
(d) All of the above
Explanation: While March 8 is an international event, in Pakistan, the day is used to remember the struggle of women like Fatima Jinnah, Benazir Bhutto, and Ra'ana Liaquat Ali Khan. These women played pivotal roles in the independence movement, politics, and social welfare, serving as symbols of empowerment for the women of Pakistan.
#150
Who was elected as the 14th President of Pakistan in March 2024, following the general elections?
(a) Arif Alvi
(b) Asif Ali Zardari
(c) Mehmood Khan Achakzai
(d) Fazal-ur-Rehman
Explanation: Asif Ali Zardari was elected as the President of Pakistan for a second time on March 9, 2024. As the joint candidate of the ruling coalition led by the PML-N and PPP, his election was a key component of the power-sharing agreement between the major political parties following the February 2024 general elections.
#151
Who was the leader of the 'Long March' in 2009 that eventually led to the restoration of Chief Justice Iftikhar Chaudhry?
(a) Imran Khan
(b) Nawaz Sharif
(c) Asif Zardari
(d) Qazi Hussain Ahmed
Explanation: Nawaz Sharif led the 'Long March' toward Islamabad in March 2009. Facing a massive political mobilization and pressure from the military, the PPP government agreed to restore Iftikhar Chaudhry and other judges dismissed by Musharraf.
#152
Which Pakistani minority leader and Federal Minister was assassinated in March 2011?
(a) Shahbaz Bhatti
(b) Kamran Michael
(c) Julius Salik
(d) Ramesh Kumar
Explanation: Shahbaz Bhatti, the Minister for Minorities Affairs and a devout Christian, was assassinated in Islamabad. He had been receiving threats for his stance against the blasphemy laws and his defense of minority rights.
#153
In March 2022, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution introduced by Pakistan to designate March 15 as:
(a) International Day for Tolerance
(b) International Day to Combat Islamophobia
(c) World Peace Day
(d) Kashmir Solidarity Day
Explanation: A major diplomatic achievement for Imran Khan was the unanimous adoption of a resolution by the UN General Assembly in March 2022, designating March 15 as the 'International Day to Combat Islamophobia.' This followed Khan's persistent advocacy at various international forums, including his speeches at the UNGA, where he highlighted the rising global threat of religious discrimination against Muslims.
#154
What was the 'Letter-gate' or 'Cipher' controversy that Imran Khan raised in March 2022?
(a) A corruption scandal
(b) An alleged threat letter from the US Department of State
(c) A secret deal with India
(d) A leaked military memo
Explanation: On March 27, 2022, during a public rally, Imran Khan brandished a paper, claiming it was a 'cipher' (secret diplomatic telegram) from Pakistan's ambassador in Washington. He alleged it contained a threat from US official Donald Lu, stating that 'all will be forgiven' if Khan was removed from power, fueling the narrative of a foreign-backed regime change.
#155
Who was elected as the 14th President of Pakistan in March 2024, becoming the first civilian to hold the office twice?
(a) Arif Alvi
(b) Asif Ali Zardari
(c) Mahmood Khan Achakzai
(d) Fazal-ur-Rehman
Explanation: Asif Ali Zardari, the co-chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), was sworn in as the President of Pakistan for a second time on March 10, 2024. He previously served as President from 2008 to 2013. His second term is characterized by a role as a mediator between the various coalition partners in the federal government.
#156
Who was elected as the Chief Minister of Balochistan in March 2024, leading a coalition government in the province?
(a) Jam Kamal Khan
(b) Sarfraz Bugti
(c) Abdul Quddus Bizenjo
(d) Nawab Aslam Raisani
Explanation: Mir Sarfraz Bugti, formerly the caretaker Interior Minister, was elected as the Chief Minister of Balochistan in March 2024 as a candidate for the PPP. His government is focused on addressing the province's complex security situation, promoting reconciliation with disgruntled elements, and overseeing mineral extraction projects like Reko Diq.
#157
Which leader from Bengal is known for presenting the 'Pakistan Resolution' in Lahore on March 23, 1940?
(a) Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy
(b) A.K. Fazlul Huq
(c) Khawaja Nazimuddin
(d) Maulana Bhashani
Explanation: Abul Kasem Fazlul Huq, known as 'Sher-e-Bangal' (Lion of Bengal), moved the historic Lahore Resolution on March 23, 1940. This resolution formally demanded that geographically contiguous regions in which Muslims were in a majority, such as the North-Western and Eastern zones of India, should be grouped to constitute independent states. His participation demonstrated the unified demand of Muslims from across the subcontinent for a separate homeland.
#158
What is the simple interest on Rs. 2500 at 6% p.a. from 4th March to 16th May in the same year?
(a) Rs. 25
(b) Rs. 30
(c) Rs. 35
(d) Rs. 40
Explanation: Calculate the number of days: March (31-4) = 27 days, April = 30 days, May = 16 days. Total = 73 days. Time T = 73/365 = 1/5 years. SI = (2500 × 6 × 1/5) / 100 = (500 × 6) / 100 = Rs. 30.
#159
If 5th March of a year is Friday, what day of the week will be 5th November of the same year?
(a) Thursday
(b) Friday
(c) Saturday
(d) Sunday
Explanation: The months of March and November share the same calendar in any year because the number of odd days between March 1st and November 1st is exactly a multiple of 7 (3+2+3+2+3+3+2+3 = 21). Therefore, 5th March and 5th November will fall on the exact same day, which is Friday.
#160
If 20th January of a leap year is a Wednesday, what will be the day on 20th March of the same year?
(a) Wednesday
(b) Thursday
(c) Friday
(d) Sunday
Explanation: Days remaining in January = 31 - 20 = 11. Since it's a leap year, February has 29 days. Days in March up to the 20th = 20. Total days = 11 + 29 + 20 = 60. Dividing 60 by 7 gives 8 weeks and 4 odd days. Wednesday + 4 days = Sunday. Wait, Jan 20 is Wed. Days to Mar 20 = Jan(11) + Feb(29) + Mar(20) = 60. 60 % 7 = 4. Wed + 4 = Sunday. Let me correct the option.