November 2026 Edition

November 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions

Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.

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#3921

The humanitarian aid convoy involved in the incident on May 23, 2026, was known as the:

(a) Mediterranean Aid Mission
(b) Freedom Gaza Convoy
(c) Global Sumud Flotilla
(d) Humanity First Fleet
Explanation: The activists were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to breach the blockade of Gaza. The other options are plausible-sounding but incorrect names for this specific 2026 event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002539/france-bans-israeli-security-minister-ben-gvir-from-country, 23 May 2026]
#3922

Consider the following statements about the joint statement issued on July 24, 2026: 1. The statement was issued by a group of eight Arab and Islamic nations. 2. The signatories included Pakistan, Türkiye, and Indonesia. 3. The statement explicitly mentions that the actions taken by Israel are in accordance with international humanitarian law. 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 accurately identify the number and composition of the signatory nations. Statement 3 is incorrect because the statement explicitly claims that the actions are a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, not in accordance with it. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431627/pakistan-seven-other-islamic-states-condemn-israeli-escalation-at-al-aqsa-mosque, 24 Jul 2026]
#3923

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement gained significant national traction following the cancellation of which type of examination in May 2026?

(a) Civil Services Examination
(b) Engineering entrance exam
(c) Medical school entrance test
(d) University graduation finals
Explanation: The movement expanded to millions of followers after a national medical school entrance test was cancelled due to a question paper leak. This event served as the primary catalyst for the widespread youth mobilization. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
#3924

Who led the delegation from the Istanbul Bar Association No. 2 during its visit to the Karachi Press Club on July 27, 2026?

(a) Amir Latif
(b) Yasin Samli
(c) Nasrullah Chaudhry
(d) Maqsood Yousufi
Explanation: Advocate Yasin Samli is the President of the Istanbul Bar Association No. 2 and led the delegation. The other individuals listed were Pakistani representatives who received the delegation at the Karachi Press Club. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431897/istanbul-bar-number-2-delegation-visits-karachi-press-club, 27 Jul 2026]
#3925

The joint statement issued on July 24, 2026, warned that the provocative actions at Al-Aqsa Mosque obstruct efforts to advance peace based on which framework?

(a) The one-state solution
(b) The regional confederation model
(c) The two-state solution
(d) The international trusteeship model
Explanation: The ministers warned that the inflammatory acts obstruct efforts to advance a just and lasting peace on the basis of the two-state solution. This framework remains the standard diplomatic position for the signatory nations regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431627/pakistan-seven-other-islamic-states-condemn-israeli-escalation-at-al-aqsa-mosque, 24 Jul 2026]
#3926

Who was appointed as the Commander of the National Strategic Command on July 24, 2026?

(a) General Syed Asim Munir
(b) General Aamer Raza
(c) General Asif Ali Zardari
(d) None of these
Explanation: Lieutenant General Aamer Raza was promoted to the rank of four-star General and appointed as the Commander of the National Strategic Command on July 24, 2026. General Syed Asim Munir serves as the Chief of Defence Forces, making him an incorrect choice for this specific command role. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431618/lt-gen-aamer-raza-promoted-to-general-appointed-as-commander-of-national-strategic-command, 24 Jul 2026]
#3927

Who is the Education Minister of India whose resignation is being demanded by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) as of July 24, 2026?

(a) JP Nadda
(b) Dharmendra Pradhan
(c) Jitendra Singh
(d) Narendra Modi
Explanation: Dharmendra Pradhan is the Education Minister currently facing calls for resignation due to examination paper leaks. JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh are federal ministers who represented the government in the talks with the protesters. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
#3928

Who is the current Law Minister of Pakistan who advised the media to avoid debating foreign policy on March 10, 2026?

(a) Talal Chaudhry
(b) Azam Nazeer Tarar
(c) Shehbaz Sharif
(d) None of these
Explanation: Azam Nazeer Tarar is the Law Minister who issued the statement regarding media responsibility. Talal Chaudhry was present at the press conference but holds the portfolio for Information and Broadcasting. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40410963/law-minister-urges-media-to-avoid-debating-foreign-policy-citing-regional-sensitivities, 10 Mar 2026]
#3929

Who assumed the position of Supreme Leader of Iran following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in 2026?

(a) Ebrahim Raisi
(b) Mojtaba Khamenei
(c) Hassan Rouhani
(d) None of these
Explanation: Mojtaba Khamenei assumed the role of Supreme Leader of Iran in March 2026. The other individuals listed are former Iranian officials who do not hold this current position. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40410989/pm-shehbaz-president-zardari-congratulate-irans-new-supreme-leader-mojtaba-khamenei, 10 Mar 2026]
#3930

Consider the following statements about the impact of the Iran-Israel conflict on the Gaza peace process: 1. The conflict has led to the suspension of backchannel negotiations between the White House, Israel, and Hamas. 2. Hamas has completely ceased all military activities in Gaza since the war with Iran began on February 28, 2026. 3. Gulf Arab states that pledged funds for the 'Board of Peace' are now facing direct Iranian attacks. 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 report confirms the pause in talks. Statement 3 is correct as the report mentions Gulf states are dodging rocket fire. Statement 2 is incorrect because the report explicitly states that Hamas has continued to reassert its grip and has ambushed Israeli-backed militia members since the war began. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980407/iran-war-puts-trumps-gaza-disarmament-plan-on-hold, 10 Mar 2026]
#3931

Who was presiding over the National Assembly session on March 10, 2026, when the proceedings were adjourned?

(a) Sardar Ayaz Sadiq
(b) Tariq Fazal Chaudhry
(c) Raja Pervaiz Ashraf
(d) Ghulam Mustafa Shah
Explanation: Ghulam Mustafa Shah was the deputy speaker presiding over the session during the protest. The other individuals listed are prominent political figures but were not the presiding officer at that specific time. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40410878/na-adjourned-after-oppositions-uproar-against-fuel-price-hike, 10 Mar 2026]
#3932

Who received Field Marshal Asim Munir upon his arrival in Tehran on May 22, 2026?

(a) Abbas Araghchi
(b) Eskandar Momeni
(c) Steve Witkoff
(d) None of these
Explanation: Eskandar Momeni, the Iranian Minister for Interior, officially received the Pakistani delegation at the airport. Abbas Araghchi is the Iranian Foreign Minister, and Steve Witkoff is a US Special Envoy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002286/cdf-asim-munir-arrives-in-iran-as-part-of-ongoing-mediation-efforts-ispr, 22 May 2026]
#3933

Which of the following statements regarding the security operations reported on May 21, 2026, is INCORRECT?

(a) The operations were conducted over a period of 72 hours.
(b) The operations resulted in the death of 23 terrorists.
(c) Security forces discovered and destroyed complex underground tunnels and bunkers.
(d) Weapons and a large cache of explosives were recovered from the terrorists.
Explanation: The ISPR statement specified that the operations were conducted over the last 48 hours, not 72 hours. The other statements accurately reflect the findings and outcomes of the reported IBOs. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002065/security-forces-kill-23-terrorists-in-multiple-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-ibos-ispr, 21 May 2026]
#3934

Who scored the opening goal for India in the 2026 Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship final?

(a) Ketan Kushwaha
(b) Shahrukh Ali
(c) Romit Pal
(d) None of these
Explanation: Romit Pal scored the first goal for India four minutes and 13 seconds into the final match. Ketan Kushwaha and Shahrukh Ali also scored in the match but were not the first to find the net. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018608/india-beat-pakistan-to-retain-youth-hockey5s-asian-title, 27 Jul 2026]
#3935

Who is the current Foreign Minister of Bahrain who held a telephonic conversation with Ishaq Dar on March 10, 2026?

(a) Dr. Abdullatif Bin Rashid Al Zayani
(b) Sheikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa
(c) Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa
(d) None of these
Explanation: Dr. Abdullatif Bin Rashid Al Zayani is the Foreign Minister of Bahrain who engaged in the diplomatic call with Ishaq Dar. The other names listed are former officials or not the current incumbent. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980499/in-phone-call-with-bahrains-fm-dar-reiterates-pakistans-call-for-de-escalation-in-iran-war, 10 Mar 2026]
#3936

Consider the following statements regarding the geopolitical and security developments occurring on August 3, 2026:

(a) Only 1 and 2 are correct
(b) Only 2 and 3 are correct
(c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
(d) All of the above are correct
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as Iran officially denied engagement despite US announcements. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Strait of Hormuz is the central concern for US-Iran diplomacy, not the Gaza conflict. Statement 3 is correct as the Wana explosion specifically involved the targeted killing of a religious scholar/cleric. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020319/iran-denies-negotiations-with-us-after-trump-announces-talks]
#3937

Arrange the following events of August 3, 2026, in the correct chronological order of their impact or reporting based on the provided data summaries:

(a) 1, 2, 3, 4
(b) 4, 3, 2, 1
(c) 2, 4, 1, 3
(d) 3, 1, 4, 2
Explanation: While all events share the date of August 3, 2026, the logic follows the sequence of systemic legislative review, then active regional conflict (Gaza), moving to international diplomatic security (Hormuz), and finally domestic terror incidents (Moscow). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020267/no-more-torture]
#3938

Which of the following statements regarding the diplomatic response to the incident on May 23, 2026, is INCORRECT?

(a) The United Kingdom summoned Israel’s most senior diplomat in Britain.
(b) New Zealand announced it would summon the Israeli ambassador to express concerns.
(c) Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated that Australia had already sanctioned Ben-Gvir.
(d) The United States officially joined France in imposing a travel ban on Ben-Gvir.
Explanation: While the US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, condemned the actions, there is no report that the United States joined France in imposing a formal travel ban. The other statements accurately reflect the diplomatic actions taken by the respective nations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002539/france-bans-israeli-security-minister-ben-gvir-from-country, 23 May 2026]
#3939

Arrange the following events of August 3, 2026, in the correct chronological order of their primary subject matter focus:

(a) Gaza Air Strikes -> Moscow Bombing -> Wana Explosion -> PSX Market Gains
(b) Moscow Bombing -> Gaza Air Strikes -> Wana Explosion -> PSX Market Gains
(c) PSX Market Gains -> Gaza Air Strikes -> Moscow Bombing -> Wana Explosion
(d) Wana Explosion -> Moscow Bombing -> Gaza Air Strikes -> PSX Market Gains
Explanation: The sequence follows the reporting order of the incidents: the Moscow bombing incident, the escalation in Gaza, the targeted killing in Wana, and the subsequent impact on the Pakistan Stock Exchange. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020282/woman-bomber-kills-3-near-moscow-restaurant]
#3940

Who is the current Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan as of 2026?

(a) Reza Amiri Moghadam
(b) Ali Sarwar Naqvi
(c) Moinul Haque
(d) None of these
Explanation: Reza Amiri Moghadam serves as the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan. The other names listed are prominent Pakistani diplomats associated with strategic research institutes. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431693/regional-challenges-irans-envoy-for-greater-bilateral-cooperation, 24 Jul 2026]