November 2026 Edition
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November 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#2221
Which French peninsula experienced mass evacuations due to forest fires on July 24, 2026?
(a) Cap Ferret
(b) Brittany
(c) Normandy
(d) None of these
Explanation: The Cap Ferret peninsula was the primary site of mass evacuations in France, where thousands of residents and holidaymakers were forced to flee by boat and road. Brittany and Normandy are other French regions but were not the focus of this specific wildfire event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018225/over-100000-flee-forest-fires-in-france-spain, 24 Jul 2026]
#2222
Who is the current Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting as of July 2026?
(a) Attaullah Tarar
(b) Ahsan Iqbal
(c) Khawaja Asif
(d) None of these
Explanation: Attaullah Tarar serves as the Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting and was specifically lauded by the Forum of Information Group Secretaries for his role in resolving career progression issues. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
#2223
The Saudi vessel targeted by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea on July 25, 2026, was identified as:
(a) NCC NOOR
(b) NCC FAJR
(c) NCC MASA
(d) NCC BADR
Explanation: Saudi state media confirmed that the vessel NCC MASA sustained minor hull damage while sailing in the Red Sea. The other options are plausible but incorrect names for the specific vessel involved in the incident. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018264/houthis-claim-strike-on-saudi-arabia-as-middle-east-conflict-deepens, 25 Jul 2026]
#2224
Consider the following statements about the 2026 wildfire crisis: 1. More than 100,000 people were forced to flee their homes across France and Spain. 2. French regional fire chief Marc Vermeulen reported that flames were consuming up to 1,000 hectares of forest per hour. 3. The fires in the Madrid region were described as the worst in the region's history by local officials. 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 correct. The total number of displaced persons exceeded 100,000, the rate of forest destruction was confirmed by the regional fire chief, and the severity of the Madrid fires was officially noted as unprecedented. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018225/over-100000-flee-forest-fires-in-france-spain, 24 Jul 2026]
#2225
Which organization provided a study linking the 2026 wildfires to human-fuelled climate change?
(a) World Meteorological Organization
(b) International Panel on Climate Change
(c) European Environment Agency
(d) World Weather Attribution
Explanation: The World Weather Attribution group published a study in July 2026 identifying human-fuelled climate change as a driver for the drought and wildfire conditions. While other organizations monitor climate, this specific study was attributed to the WWA. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018225/over-100000-flee-forest-fires-in-france-spain, 24 Jul 2026]
#2226
The town of Navas del Rey, threatened by wildfires in July 2026, is located approximately how many kilometers from Madrid?
(a) 50 kilometers
(b) 80 kilometers
(c) 120 kilometers
(d) None of these
Explanation: Navas del Rey is situated about 50 kilometers from the Spanish capital. The 80-kilometer figure refers to the location of Cebreros, another site mentioned in the context of the Madrid region fires. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018225/over-100000-flee-forest-fires-in-france-spain, 24 Jul 2026]
#2227
Consider the following statements about the UNESCO heritage designations of July 24, 2026: 1. The emergency procedure was invoked due to the immediate threat of destruction from military conflict. 2. Shamaa Castle was cited by the Lebanese Culture Minister as having already been destroyed. 3. The site of Sebastia is located near the modern Palestinian town of Nablus. 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. Statement 3 is incorrect because Sebastia is located near the town of Sebastia, not Nablus (though it is near the city of Nablus, the town of Sebastia is the specific local reference point). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018222/unesco-places-lebanese-castle-west-bank-site-on-danger-list, 24 Jul 2026]
#2228
Which of the following statements regarding the UNESCO emergency listing on July 24, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) Beaufort Castle is a Crusader-era fortress.
(b) The emergency procedure was justified by the serious threat of conflict-related damage.
(c) Sebastia is located in an area currently under the exclusive administrative control of the Lebanese government.
(d) The listing includes sites in both Lebanon and the occupied West Bank.
Explanation: Sebastia is located in the occupied West Bank in an area controlled by Israel, not the Lebanese government. The other statements accurately reflect the details of the UNESCO announcement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018222/unesco-places-lebanese-castle-west-bank-site-on-danger-list, 24 Jul 2026]
#2229
According to the PMD forecast, which of the following districts is expected to experience thunderstorms with moderate to isolated heavy rainfall through July 27, 2026?
(a) Shikarpur
(b) Kashmore
(c) Jacobabad
(d) Tharparkar
Explanation: Tharparkar is explicitly listed among the districts expected to receive moderate to isolated heavy rainfall. The other listed districts are categorized in the forecast as areas expecting light to moderate rain. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431762/karachi-braces-for-more-rain-as-monsoon-system-intensifies-over-sindh, 25 Jul 2026]
#2230
Which agency is primarily responsible for directing field personnel to remain on high alert during the heavy flooding events of July 2026?
(a) Pakistan Meteorological Department
(b) National Disaster Management Authority
(c) Frontier Works Organization
(d) National Highway Authority
Explanation: The Chairman of the National Highway Authority (NHA) issued the directives for field personnel to remain on high alert to manage traffic and infrastructure safety. While the NDMA oversees national disaster policy, the NHA specifically manages the field personnel mentioned in this context. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431695/heavy-flooding-ndma-directs-field-personnel-to-remain-alert, 24 Jul 2026]
#2231
Which regulatory body is responsible for setting daily petroleum prices under the new mechanism introduced on July 25, 2026?
(a) State Bank of Pakistan
(b) Competition Commission of Pakistan
(c) Ministry of Finance
(d) Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority
Explanation: The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) is the designated body tasked with setting daily fuel prices using Platts benchmark rates. This shift is intended to reduce political interference and ensure transparency in the pricing structure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018248/daily-fuel-pricing, 25 Jul 2026]
#2232
In which venue was the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Men’s Volleyball Championship held on 2026-07-25?
(a) Jinnah Stadium
(b) Liaquat Gymnasium
(c) Ayub National Stadium
(d) None of these
Explanation: The tournament matches were hosted at the Liaquat Gymnasium located within the Pakistan Sports Complex in Islamabad. Jinnah Stadium is a separate facility often used for football or athletics, making it an incorrect distractor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018165/pakistan-stay-perfect-in-central-asian-volleyball-association-championship, 25 Jul 2026]
#2233
Consider the following statements about the monsoon forecast issued on July 25, 2026: 1. The monsoon system is being fueled by currents from the Arabian Sea. 2. The forecast period for the expected rainfall extends through July 27, 2026. 3. Farmers have been advised to ignore the weather forecast to prioritize harvesting. 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 PMD report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the PMD explicitly advised farmers to plan agricultural activities in line with the weather forecast to protect livestock. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431762/karachi-braces-for-more-rain-as-monsoon-system-intensifies-over-sindh, 25 Jul 2026]
#2234
Consider the following statements about the infrastructure restoration efforts in July 2026: 1. Clearance work has been completed at the RD 16 Knat Bridge. 2. Machinery is scheduled to be shifted from RD 16 toward RD 25 as water levels rise. 3. The NHA is coordinating with district administrations to ensure smooth traffic flow. 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 clearance work at RD 16 Knat Bridge was completed. Statement 3 is correct regarding coordination with district administrations. Statement 2 is incorrect because machinery is shifted as water levels recede, not as they rise. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431695/heavy-flooding-ndma-directs-field-personnel-to-remain-alert, 24 Jul 2026]
#2235
Which of the following statements regarding the NHA's flood response in July 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) Heavy machinery deployment is currently unaffected by water flow conditions.
(b) Water flow has been diverted to one side at the JSR Sassi Bridge.
(c) Debris has been successfully removed from the RD 25 Bridge.
(d) Upstream excavation has commenced at the JSR Sassi Bridge.
Explanation: The report explicitly states that the deployment of heavy machinery may experience slight delays due to ongoing strong water flow. Therefore, the claim that deployment is unaffected is incorrect. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431695/heavy-flooding-ndma-directs-field-personnel-to-remain-alert, 24 Jul 2026]
#2236
Consider the following statements about the CAVA Men’s Volleyball Championship matches held on 2026-07-25: 1. Pakistan maintained an unbeaten record in the tournament. 2. The match between Uzbekistan and Sri Lanka concluded in four sets. 3. Kazakhstan won the opening set against Bangladesh. 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 tournament reports from 2026-07-25. Pakistan remained unbeaten, Uzbekistan won 3-1 (four sets), and Kazakhstan took the first set against Bangladesh. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018165/pakistan-stay-perfect-in-central-asian-volleyball-association-championship, 25 Jul 2026]
#2237
Which of the following statements regarding the CAVA Men’s Volleyball Championship matches on 2026-07-25 is INCORRECT?
(a) Pakistan defeated Nepal in straight sets.
(b) Uzbekistan defeated Sri Lanka 3-1.
(c) The tournament was held at the Liaquat Gymnasium.
(d) Bangladesh defeated Kazakhstan in a three-set sweep.
Explanation: The match between Bangladesh and Kazakhstan was a five-set thriller, not a three-set sweep. The other statements accurately reflect the match outcomes and venue. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018165/pakistan-stay-perfect-in-central-asian-volleyball-association-championship, 25 Jul 2026]
#2238
In which area of the Gaza Strip was the senior police official killed on July 25, 2026?
(a) Sheikh Radwan
(b) Khan Younis
(c) Nuseirat refugee camp
(d) Al-Jalaa street
Explanation: The strike targeting the police official occurred in the Sheikh Radwan area, located north of Gaza City. Nuseirat and Khan Younis were sites of other separate strikes mentioned in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018321/israel-kills-senior-police-official-in-gaza-medics-say, 25 Jul 2026]
#2239
Who was the senior police official killed in the Israeli airstrike on July 25, 2026?
(a) Khaled Al-Breim
(b) Abdel-Nasser Al-Maqadmaqadma
(c) Khalil al-Hayya
(d) None of these
Explanation: Brigadier-General Abdel-Nasser Al-Maqadma, who also served as the governor of the northern Gaza Strip, was killed in the Sheikh Radwan area. Khaled Al-Breim was a high school student killed in a separate incident in Khan Younis. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018321/israel-kills-senior-police-official-in-gaza-medics-say, 25 Jul 2026]
#2240
Which organization hosted the seminar titled 'Enhancing Pak-Libya Trade and Economic Cooperation' in 2026?
(a) Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry
(b) Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry
(c) Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry
(d) Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Explanation: The seminar was hosted by the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) to discuss bilateral economic ties. The other chambers are distinct entities not mentioned as the hosts of this specific event. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431795/pak-workforce-in-libya-declines-by-78pc-envoy, 25 Jul 2026]