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.
#19801
In April 2026, Iran announced a temporary ceasefire of what duration with the United States?
(a) One week
(b) One month
(c) Two weeks
(d) Three months
Explanation: The Iranian leadership confirmed a two-week ceasefire with the United States in April 2026, intended to facilitate potential peace negotiations. This duration was explicitly mentioned in the state-broadcast message. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990308/in-written-message-iran-supreme-leader-says-tehran-does-not-seek-war-but-will-not-renounce-legitimate-rights, 09 Apr 2026]
#19802
Consider the following statements about the market activity on March 10, 2026: 1. The KSE-100 index gained over 9,000 points during the trading session. 2. The market halt was triggered by a 5% increase in the KSE-100 index. 3. The rally followed a significant decline in the index on the previous trading day. 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 index advanced 9,696.98 points. Statement 2 is incorrect because the halt was triggered by the KSE-30 index, not the KSE-100. Statement 3 is correct as the rally followed the historic drop on March 9. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980474/bulls-return-as-kse-100-surges-past-9000-points-market-closes-in-the-green, 10 Mar 2026]
#19803
Consider the following statements regarding policy and governance developments in Pakistan as of August 5, 2026:
(a) Only 1 and 2 are correct
(b) Only 2 and 3 are correct
(c) Only 1 and 3 are correct
(d) 1, 2, and 3 are correct
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect because the planned restructuring involves unbundling the two existing gas utilities into five entities, not five companies into two. Statement 2 is correct regarding the labor action scheduled for August 8. Statement 3 is correct regarding the recent technological infrastructure advancement at SSUET. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433353/goods-transporters-say-will-observe-strike-from-8th]
#19804
Select the correct chronological sequence of the following policy-related occurrences reported on August 5, 2026:
(a) A > B > C > D
(b) C > B > D > A
(c) B > A > D > C
(d) D > C > B > A
Explanation: The events involve: A) The appointment of a cricket coach; B) The launch of a book on hybrid warfare; C) Bilawal Bhutto's statement on Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir; D) The Ministerial meeting in Jordan regarding Jerusalem. All events were reported on the same calendar day, and their sequence follows their presentation in the daily news cycle order. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433345/smith-appointed-batting-coach-of-mens-team]
#19805
Prior to the July 28, 2026 incident, when did the previous shooting occur at the same US Consulate building in Toronto?
(a) January 10, 2026
(b) February 10, 2026
(c) April 10, 2026
(d) March 10, 2026
Explanation: The previous shooting incident at the US Consulate in Toronto occurred on March 10, 2026. This event was also linked to broader security concerns in the Toronto area. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018887/shot-fired-outside-us-consulate-in-toronto, 28 Jul 2026]
#19806
The resignation of the Indian Education Minister in July 2026 was primarily triggered by failures in which sector?
(a) Competitive examination systems
(b) Agricultural subsidies
(c) Public healthcare infrastructure
(d) Foreign trade policy
Explanation: The resignation followed repeated failures and paper leaks in competitive exams, such as the NEET, which caused widespread anger among students. The other options are unrelated to the specific portfolio of the Education Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018741/indias-cockroach-janta-party-demands-release-of-protesters-after-reports-of-detention, 27 Jul 2026]
#19807
What is the notified value of Diyat (blood money) for the fiscal year 2026-27?
(a) Rs6,757,902
(b) Rs9,828,670
(c) Rs19,352,390
(d) None of these
Explanation: The federal government set the Diyat value at Rs19,352,390 for FY2026-27. The other figures represent values from previous fiscal years. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019000/govt-almost-doubles-blood-money-payment-to-heirs-of-victim-on-account-of-rising-silver-prices, 28 Jul 2026]
#19808
Which of the following statements regarding the fuel pricing policy in July 2026 is INCORRECT?
(a) The government decided to move toward a daily fuel pricing mechanism.
(b) The All Pakistan Dealers Association expressed support for the daily pricing decision.
(c) The price adjustments were influenced by hostilities in the Persian Gulf.
(d) The Petroleum Division issued a notification regarding the new prices.
Explanation: The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened to protest, making statement B incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's policy and the context of the price changes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
#19809
The Diyat value for FY2026-27 represents an approximate percentage increase over the FY2025-26 value?
(a) 56 percent
(b) 75 percent
(c) 97 percent
(d) None of these
Explanation: The government announced a 97 percent increase in the Diyat value for the current fiscal year compared to the previous year. This sharp rise is attributed to the appreciation of silver prices. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019000/govt-almost-doubles-blood-money-payment-to-heirs-of-victim-on-account-of-rising-silver-prices, 28 Jul 2026]
#19810
Which of the following statements regarding the security incident at the US Consulate on July 28, 2026, is INCORRECT?
(a) The incident resulted in multiple injuries to consulate staff.
(b) Police found evidence of a weapon having been fired.
(c) The incident occurred in downtown Toronto.
(d) A white sedan was seen fleeing the scene.
Explanation: The report explicitly stated that there were no injuries reported during the incident. Therefore, the statement claiming there were multiple injuries is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018887/shot-fired-outside-us-consulate-in-toronto, 28 Jul 2026]
#19811
In the context of the 2026 AJK unrest, what was the primary political event that the government claimed the protesters attempted to sabotage?
(a) Regional referendum
(b) General elections
(c) Constitutional assembly session
(d) None of these
Explanation: The government stated that the protesters attempted to disrupt the peaceful and transparent elections held in AJK. 'None of these' is the correct choice because the event was a regional election, not a referendum or assembly session. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
#19812
Consider the following statements about the fuel price adjustments in July 2026: 1. Petrol prices were increased by Rs1.63 per litre. 2. High-speed diesel prices were increased by Rs1.55 per litre. 3. The new prices were made applicable starting from July 29, 2026. 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 government notification issued on July 28, 2026. The price hikes for petrol and diesel were Rs1.63 and Rs1.55 respectively, with an effective date of July 29. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
#19813
What type of vehicle was reported by police to have fled the scene following the shooting at the US Consulate on July 28, 2026?
(a) Black SUV
(b) Silver hatchback
(c) White sedan
(d) Blue pickup truck
Explanation: Toronto police reported that a white sedan was observed fleeing the scene immediately after the gunshot was heard. This detail is a key piece of evidence in the ongoing investigation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018887/shot-fired-outside-us-consulate-in-toronto, 28 Jul 2026]
#19814
In the context of the 2026 pharmaceutical conference, what percentage of pharmaceutical raw material does Pakistan currently import?
(a) 70 percent
(b) 90 percent
(c) 80 percent
(d) 95 percent
Explanation: The Federal Health Minister stated that Pakistan imports 90 percent of its pharmaceutical raw material, highlighting the need for domestic production. 80 percent refers to the digitalization status of DRAP services. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016621/pakistan-china-pharma-conference-ends-with-850m-agreements, 19 Jul 2026]
#19815
Who is the current Foreign Minister of Iran who met with the Pakistani delegation in Tehran on April 15, 2026?
(a) Abbas Araghchi
(b) Esmaeil Baqaei
(c) Hossein Amir-Abdollahian
(d) Mohammad Javad Zarif
Explanation: Abbas Araghchi is the Iranian Foreign Minister who welcomed Field Marshal Asim Munir in Tehran. Esmaeil Baqaei is the foreign ministry spokesman, not the Foreign Minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991972/cdf-munir-visits-iran-alongside-delegation-as-part-of-mediation-efforts-holds-meeting-with-fm-araghchi, 15 Apr 2026]
#19816
Who is the current Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs visiting Pakistan in July 2026?
(a) Melanie Joly
(b) Anita Anand
(c) Chrystia Freeland
(d) None of these
Explanation: Anita Anand is the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs who scheduled a visit to Pakistan in July 2026. The other names listed are former or alternative Canadian cabinet members, making them incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016734/canadian-foreign-minister-anita-anand-to-visit-pakistan-on-monday, 19 Jul 2026]
#19817
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or outcome of the 2026 Pakistan-China Pharmaceutical and Healthcare B2B Investment Conference?
(a) Promotion of clinical trials and vocational training
(b) Local manufacturing of medical devices
(c) Domestic production of pharmaceutical raw materials
(d) Immediate privatization of all public sector hospitals
Explanation: The conference focused on investment, technology transfer, and local manufacturing to reduce imports; it did not involve the privatization of public hospitals. The other three options were explicitly mentioned as key discussion points. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016621/pakistan-china-pharma-conference-ends-with-850m-agreements, 19 Jul 2026]
#19818
What was the percentage increase in cotton arrivals recorded in Sindh by July 15, 2026?
(a) 38.9 percent
(b) 77.3 percent
(c) 113.8 percent
(d) 90.0 percent
Explanation: Sindh recorded a 113.8 percent rise in cotton arrivals compared to the previous year. Punjab recorded a 38.9 percent increase, while the national average increase was 77.3 percent. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016601/early-cotton-arrivals-hit-record-527900-bales, 19 Jul 2026]
#19819
The mediation efforts led by Pakistan in April 2026 are primarily aimed at de-escalating tensions between which two countries?
(a) Pakistan and India
(b) Russia and Ukraine
(c) Saudi Arabia and Iran
(d) Iran and the United States
Explanation: The diplomatic efforts are focused on de-escalation between Iran and the United States, following direct talks held in Islamabad. The other options represent different geopolitical conflicts not addressed by this specific mediation mission. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991972/cdf-munir-visits-iran-alongside-delegation-as-part-of-mediation-efforts-holds-meeting-with-fm-araghchi, 15 Apr 2026]
#19820
Which of the following statements regarding Kylian Mbappe's performance in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is INCORRECT?
(a) He scored two goals in the third-place match against England.
(b) He reached his record-breaking total in 22 total World Cup appearances.
(c) He won the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Spain.
(d) He surpassed the previous record of 21 goals held by Lionel Messi.
Explanation: Statement D is incorrect because France played in the third-place match, not the final. Spain and Argentina were the teams competing in the 2026 final. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016719/frances-mbappe-becomes-world-cups-all-time-top-scorer, 19 Jul 2026]