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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#6441

What is the total value of the emergency fund that the government plans to utilize to absorb petroleum price shocks as of 2026-03-12?

(a) Rs289 billion
(b) Rs589 billion
(c) Rs489 billion
(d) Rs389 billion
Explanation: The government has allocated a Rs389 billion emergency fund to mitigate the impact of rising global fuel prices on domestic consumers. Other options represent incorrect figures that do not align with the official fiscal planning mentioned. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981355/govt-mulling-not-hiking-prices-of-petroleum-products-further-despite-increase-in-global-market, 12 Mar 2026]
#6442

Which political figure pointed out the lack of quorum in the National Assembly on March 12, 2026?

(a) Tallal Chaudhry
(b) Shahid Khattak
(c) Syed Naveed Qamar
(d) Ghulam Mustafa Shah
Explanation: PTI-backed MNA Shahid Khattak pointed out the lack of quorum to the Deputy Speaker. This action effectively halted the legislative proceedings on the bill. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981390/pointing-out-of-lack-of-quorum-in-na-opposition-blocks-passage-of-bill-seeking-to-upgrade-fc-to-federal-force, 12 Mar 2026]
#6443

What is the primary reason the opposition was able to halt the legislative process for the Federal Constabulary bill on March 13, 2026?

(a) A presidential veto
(b) Lack of quorum
(c) Supreme Court stay order
(d) None of these
Explanation: The opposition pointed out the lack of quorum, which is the minimum number of members required to conduct parliamentary proceedings. Once the lack of quorum was established, the chair was forced to prorogue the session. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981390/pointing-out-lack-of-quorum-in-na-opposition-blocks-passage-of-bill-seeking-to-upgrade-fc-to-federal-force, 13 Mar 2026]
#6444

Consider the following statements about the legislative developments on March 13, 2026: 1. The ordinance previously empowering the government to transform the FC had lapsed. 2. The opposition lawmakers tore apart copies of the agenda during the protest. 3. The government plans to reintroduce the bill in the upcoming sessions after Eid. Which of the statements given above 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 events of the session. The ordinance had lapsed, the opposition engaged in protest by tearing the agenda, and the government expressed intent to pursue the bill after the Eid holidays. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981390/pointing-out-lack-of-quorum-in-na-opposition-blocks-passage-of-bill-seeking-to-upgrade-fc-to-federal-force, 13 Mar 2026]
#6445

Consider the following statements about Pakistan's energy situation as of 2026-03-12: 1. The government is facing internal division between cabinet members and technocrats regarding the use of pricing buffers. 2. The current Dubai-based pricing for oil is lower than the benchmark Brent price. 3. The government has cited the risk of supply disruptions, similar to those seen in Bangladesh and India, as a reason for previous price adjustments. 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 cabinet members and technocrats are divided over the prime minister's directive. Statement 3 is correct as ministers defended previous hikes by referencing supply disruptions in neighboring countries. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Dubai-based pricing ($135/barrel) is currently higher than the Brent benchmark ($105/barrel). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981355/govt-mulling-not-hiking-prices-of-petroleum-products-further-despite-increase-in-global-market, 12 Mar 2026]
#6446

Consider the following statements about the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan elections: 1. The PPP alleged that the Balachi polling station in Astore-II was relocated to affect their vote bank. 2. Independent candidates, including those backed by the PTI, won a total of seven seats. 3. Reserved seats for women and technocrats are filled through direct general elections. 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 3 is incorrect because reserved seats are filled through proportional representation, not direct general elections. Statements 1 and 2 are factually accurate based on the election report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005670/unofficial-results-show-ppp-leading-the-gb-race-with-victory-on-10-seats, 07 Jun 2026]
#6447

Which of the following statements regarding the government's petroleum policy as of 2026-03-12 is INCORRECT?

(a) The government has successfully secured an increase in LNG imports from Qatar.
(b) The government is considering using block allocations for emergencies to absorb price hikes.
(c) The government has banned the export of all petroleum products.
(d) Ministers indicated that petroleum prices could be reviewed on 2026-03-13.
Explanation: The statement regarding LNG imports is incorrect because Qatar declared force majeure on its processing facilities, leading to a suspension of LNG imports, not an increase. The other statements accurately reflect the government's current policy stance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981355/govt-mulling-not-hiking-prices-of-petroleum-products-further-despite-increase-in-global-market, 12 Mar 2026]
#6448

Consider the following statements about the Board of Peace (BoP) and the Gaza reconstruction plan: 1. The BoP was formally established in January 2026. 2. The pilot camp is intended to be established in the buffer zone near Rafah. 3. The UN Security Council resolution authorizing the BoP was adopted in early 2026. 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 BoP was established in January 2026. Statement 2 is correct as the pilot camp is planned for the buffer zone near Rafah. Statement 3 is incorrect because the UN Security Council resolution was adopted in mid-November of the previous year (2025), not in 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015988/gaza-reconstruction-plan-under-trumps-board-of-peace-reduced-to-pilot-project-british-publication, 16 Jul 2026]
#6449

Consider the following statements about the political situation in Gilgit-Baltistan as of June 2026: 1. The PML-N leadership visited the region to meet with party ticket-holders. 2. The PTI has expressed concerns regarding the impartiality of the GB Election Commission. 3. The elections were held on schedule without any prior delays. 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 report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the elections were held after a four-month delay, not on the original schedule. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004429/pml-n-supremo-nawaz-sharif-to-visit-gilgit-baltistan-ahead-of-june-7-polls, 01 Jun 2026]
#6450

Who is the current Secretary General of the Pakistan People's Party Parliamentarians (PPP-P) as of 2026?

(a) Nadeem Afzal Chan
(b) Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari
(c) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
(d) None of these
Explanation: Syed Nayyer Hussain Bukhari serves as the Secretary General of the PPP-P. Nadeem Afzal Chan is the Central Secretary Information, making him a plausible but incorrect distractor. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431326/ajk-polls-ppp-leader-says-optimistic-about-electoral-prospects, 23 Jul 2026]
#6451

Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 AJK electoral process is INCORRECT?

(a) Nawaz Sharif is a confirmed candidate for the migrant seats in the AJK assembly.
(b) PML-N ministers argued that holding elections on time was a constitutional requirement.
(c) The PPP initially advocated for postponing elections due to law and order concerns.
(d) The PPP has expressed optimism about securing a majority in the AJK assembly.
Explanation: The PPP leadership explicitly stated that Nawaz Sharif is not a candidate for the migrant seats in the AJK assembly. The other three statements accurately reflect the political positions and events described in the report. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431326/ajk-polls-ppp-leader-says-optimistic-about-electoral-prospects, 23 Jul 2026]
#6452

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement, which led the 2026 protests in New Delhi, initially emerged as a response to remarks made by which official?

(a) Chief Justice Surya Kant
(b) The Minister of Education
(c) The Prime Minister of India
(d) The Home Secretary
Explanation: The CJP movement began in May 2026 as a satirical reaction to reports that Chief Justice Surya Kant had compared young people to 'cockroaches' and 'parasites' during a court hearing. The movement subsequently broadened its scope to include issues of unemployment and governance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]
#6453

Which Pakistani cricketer was signed by the Sunrisers Leeds franchise for the 2026 edition of The Hundred?

(a) Abrar Ahmed
(b) Haris Rauf
(c) Shaheen Shah Afridi
(d) Usman Tariq
Explanation: Abrar Ahmed was signed by Sunrisers Leeds for £190,000 during the 2026 auction. While Usman Tariq was also signed by a franchise, he was acquired by Birmingham Phoenix, not Sunrisers Leeds. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981366/ipl-linked-sunrisers-leeds-sign-abrar-ahmed-for-the-hundred, 12 Mar 2026]
#6454

In the context of the 2026 political discourse, which party did the PPP leadership claim to have supported to ensure the continuity of the democratic system?

(a) Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf
(b) Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz
(c) Muttahida Qaumi Movement
(d) Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam
Explanation: The PPP leadership stated that their support for the PML-N government was instrumental in maintaining the parliamentary system. The other parties listed are major political entities but were not the beneficiaries of this specific support arrangement. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431326/ajk-polls-ppp-leader-says-optimistic-about-electoral-prospects, 23 Jul 2026]
#6455

Approximately how many candidates were forced to retake a medical entrance test due to a question paper leak in 2026?

(a) One million
(b) Three million
(c) Two million
(d) Four million
Explanation: The leak of a medical entrance question paper necessitated a re-examination for more than two million candidates. This incident was a primary driver of the public anger that fueled the student-led protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]
#6456

Consider the following statements about the 2026 student protests in India: 1. The protests were triggered by a series of exam irregularities including paper leaks. 2. The movement has demanded the resignation of the education minister. 3. The government successfully prevented any injuries during the protests in New Delhi. 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 accurate as the protests were driven by exam fraud and calls for ministerial resignation. Statement 3 is incorrect because police actions, including tear gas and baton charges, resulted in at least 178 injuries. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]
#6457

Consider the following statements about the political situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir as of 2026: 1. The PPP leadership has officially declared that they will boycott the upcoming elections. 2. The PML-N government in Punjab has been accused by the PPP of administrative incompetence. 3. The decision regarding the next Prime Minister of Kashmir rests with the people of Kashmir according to the PPP's stated position. 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 false because the PPP explicitly stated they would contest the elections despite their concerns. Statements 2 and 3 are factually accurate based on the provided political commentary. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431326/ajk-polls-ppp-leader-says-optimistic-about-electoral-prospects, 23 Jul 2026]
#6458

On 2026-07-23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to establish which of the following to address examination fraud?

(a) Special investigative commissions
(b) Fast-track courts
(c) National education tribunals
(d) None of these
Explanation: Prime Minister Modi announced the creation of fast-track courts specifically to expedite the prosecution of individuals involved in question paper leaks. This measure was proposed as a direct response to the student protests challenging the integrity of the national testing system. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]
#6459

Which franchise signed Pakistani spinner Usman Tariq during the 2026 auction for The Hundred?

(a) London Spirit
(b) Welsh Fire
(c) Birmingham Phoenix
(d) Southern Brave
Explanation: Usman Tariq was acquired by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000. The other listed franchises were active in the auction but did not sign Tariq. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981366/ipl-linked-sunrisers-leeds-sign-abrar-ahmed-for-the-hundred, 12 Mar 2026]
#6460

Which of the following is NOT a stated grievance or focus of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement as of 2026?

(a) Concerns over unemployment
(b) Restoration of statehood to specific regions
(c) Examination paper leaks
(d) Governance and authoritarian style
Explanation: The CJP movement focuses on unemployment, examination irregularities, and the government's authoritarian style. While other groups may advocate for regional autonomy, it is not a core pillar of the CJP's stated agenda. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017750/modi-vows-punishment-for-exam-fraud-in-first-comments-on-indian-student-protests, 23 Jul 2026]