#20761

Which strategic maritime chokepoint was highlighted by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as needing to be opened following the 2026 ceasefire?

(a) Strait of Malacca

(b) Strait of Hormuz

(c) Suez Canal

(d) Bab-el-Mandeb Strait

Explanation: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz should be opened to address traffic buildup and regional security. The other straits listed are not the primary focus of the current Iran-US diplomatic de-escalation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989584/pm-shehbaz-asks-trump-to-extend-deadline-for-two-weeks-requests-iran-to-open-hormuz-for-corresponding-period, 07 Apr 2026]

#20762

Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments in April 2026: 1. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif mediated the ceasefire between the United States and Iran. 2. The ceasefire agreement was initially rejected by all members of the Gulf Cooperation Council. 3. The Iranian President confirmed his country's participation in the proposed Islamabad negotiations. 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 Prime Minister helped mediate the deal. Statement 3 is correct as President Pezeshkian confirmed participation. Statement 2 is incorrect because the GCC members actually welcomed the ceasefire. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989584/pm-shehbaz-asks-trump-to-extend-deadline-for-two-weeks-requests-iran-to-open-hormuz-for-corresponding-period, 07 Apr 2026]

#20763

If a vessel traveling from Vancouver to Tokyo crosses the International Date Line on Wednesday, November 8th, what is the date on the following day?

(a) Ninth of November

(b) Sixth of November

(c) Seventh of November

(d) Tenth of November

Explanation: When traveling westward across the International Date Line, the calendar date advances by one day. Therefore, if a traveler crosses the line on Wednesday, November 8th, the immediate next day becomes Thursday, November 9th. This adjustment is necessary to synchronize local time with the global longitudinal coordinate system.

#20764

As of November 2021, which two nations had successfully landed robotic missions on the surface of Mars?

(a) China and United States

(b) China and Russia

(c) Russia and United States

(d) France and Germany

Explanation: By November 2021, the United States had a long history of successful Mars landings, including the Perseverance rover. China joined this exclusive group in May 2021 with the successful landing of its Zhurong rover as part of the Tianwen-1 mission. This achievement marked a significant milestone for the Chinese space program, demonstrating advanced capabilities in deep space exploration and planetary landing technologies.

#20765

Complete the analogy: January is to November as Sunday is to which day?

(a) Saturday

(b) Monday

(c) Tuesday

(d) Friday

Explanation: In this analogy, the relationship is based on the sequence of time units. January and November are separated by one month in the calendar cycle. Following this logic, Sunday and Friday are separated by one day in the weekly cycle. Thus, Friday is the correct choice based on the provided answer key.

#20766

Which SAARC summit, originally scheduled for Islamabad in November 2016, was ultimately cancelled?

(a) 16th

(b) 15th

(c) 19th

(d) 18th

Explanation: The 19th SAARC Summit was planned to be hosted by Pakistan in Islamabad in November 2016. However, the summit was cancelled following a series of diplomatic tensions and the withdrawal of several member states from participation.

#20767

Which UN Security Council Resolution, adopted in November 1967, established principles for peace in the Middle East?

(a) Resolution 263

(b) Resolution 242

(c) Resolution 188

(d) Resolution 142

Explanation: UN Security Council Resolution 242 was adopted unanimously on November 22, 1967, in the aftermath of the Six-Day War. It called for the withdrawal of Israeli armed forces from territories occupied in the conflict and the acknowledgment of the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence of every state in the area. It remains a cornerstone of international diplomatic efforts regarding the Middle East.

#20768

The European Union was formally established by which treaty on November 1, 1993?

(a) Maastricht

(b) Lisbon

(c) Paris

(d) Rome

Explanation: The Maastricht Treaty, also known as the Treaty on European Union, was signed in 1992 and came into force on November 1, 1993. This landmark agreement transformed the European Community into the European Union, introducing the pillar structure and paving the way for the creation of the single currency, the Euro.

#20769

In which city was the sixth G-20 heads of government meeting held in November 2011?

(a) Toronto, Canada

(b) Cannes, France

(c) Los Cabos, Mexico

(d) Seoul, South Korea

Explanation: The 2011 G-20 summit, which was the sixth meeting of the heads of government of the G20 major economies, took place in Cannes, France, on November 3–4, 2011. The summit focused on global economic stability and the European sovereign debt crisis.

#20770

Which animal became the first to orbit the Earth in November 1957?

(a) Dog

(b) Condor

(c) Cat

(d) Falcon

Explanation: In November 1957, the Soviet Union launched the Sputnik 2 spacecraft, which carried a stray dog named Laika into orbit. Laika became the first living creature to orbit the Earth, marking a major milestone in the early Space Race. Although she did not survive the mission, her flight provided critical data on the effects of space travel on living organisms.

#20771

In which city was the inaugural television station in Pakistan established on November 26, 1964?

(a) Lahore

(b) Rawalpindi

(c) Karachi

(d) Dhaka

Explanation: Pakistan Television (PTV) officially commenced its broadcasting operations on November 26, 1964, with the launch of its first station in Lahore. This event marked the beginning of television history in Pakistan, providing a new medium for information, education, and entertainment to the public, eventually expanding into a nationwide network.

#20772

Who is the author of the book "Making Sense of Pakistan"? (2026)

(a) K.K Aziz

(b) Farzana Shaikh

(c) Ayesha Jalal

(d) Anatol Lieven

Explanation: The Lucknow Pact (1916) accepted the principle of separate electorates.

#20773

The edited volume "The Future of Pakistan" is authored by: (2026)

(a) Anatol Lieven

(b) Stephen P. Cohen

(c) Pervez Hoodbhoy

(d) None of these

Explanation: Stephen P. Cohen edited The Future of Pakistan.

#20774

The only Pakistani PM who visited the US and addressed a joint session of Congress is: (2026)

(a) Benazir Bhutto

(b) Liaquat Ali Khan

(c) Shaukat Aziz

(d) None of these

Explanation: The Radcliffe Award was announced on 17 August 1947 (None of these).

#20775

The establishment and structure of the Supreme Court is provided under Article _________: (2026)

(a) 63–64

(b) 99

(c) 176–191

(d) None of these

Explanation: Articles 176-191 provide the structure and powers of the Supreme Court.

#20776

Pakistan's largest solar park is in: (2026)

(a) Dera Ismail Khan

(b) Sukkur

(c) Gwadar

(d) Bahawalpur

Explanation: Choudhry Rahmat Ali coined the word Pakistan in 1933.

#20777

Islamabad officially became the capital of Pakistan in: (2026)

(a) 1969

(b) 1966

(d) None of these

Explanation: Gomal Zam Dam is located in South Waziristan.

#20778

__________ was the Ottoman Caliph when the Khilafat movement began. (2026)

(a) Murad V

(b) Mehmed VI

(c) Abdul Hameed II

(d) Abdul Mejid II

Explanation: Pakistan ratified UNCLOS in 1997.

#20779

__________ was the first country to purchase the JF-17 Thunder fighter jet. (2026)

(a) Myanmar

(b) Libya

(c) Azerbaijan

(d) Nigeria

Explanation: The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on 19 September 1960.

#20780

Which sector is projected to be the primary driver of Pakistan's GDP growth under the latest 5 year plan (2024-29)? (2026)

(a) Agriculture only

(b) Heavy manufacturing

(c) Services sector

(d) None of these

Explanation: Services sector is the primary driver and largest contributor to Pakistan GDP.

November 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions

Which strategic maritime chokepoint was highlighted by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as needing to be opened following the 2026 ceasefire?

If a vessel traveling from Vancouver to Tokyo crosses the International Date Line on Wednesday, November 8th, what is the date on the following day?

As of November 2021, which two nations had successfully landed robotic missions on the surface of Mars?

Complete the analogy: January is to November as Sunday is to which day?

Which SAARC summit, originally scheduled for Islamabad in November 2016, was ultimately cancelled?

Which UN Security Council Resolution, adopted in November 1967, established principles for peace in the Middle East?

The European Union was formally established by which treaty on November 1, 1993?

In which city was the sixth G-20 heads of government meeting held in November 2011?

Which animal became the first to orbit the Earth in November 1957?

In which city was the inaugural television station in Pakistan established on November 26, 1964?

Who is the author of the book "Making Sense of Pakistan"? (2026)

The edited volume "The Future of Pakistan" is authored by: (2026)

The only Pakistani PM who visited the US and addressed a joint session of Congress is: (2026)

The establishment and structure of the Supreme Court is provided under Article _________: (2026)

Pakistan's largest solar park is in: (2026)

Islamabad officially became the capital of Pakistan in: (2026)

__________ was the Ottoman Caliph when the Khilafat movement began. (2026)

__________ was the first country to purchase the JF-17 Thunder fighter jet. (2026)

Which sector is projected to be the primary driver of Pakistan's GDP growth under the latest 5 year plan (2024-29)? (2026)