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October 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#20801
Which four nations were primarily responsible for drafting the United Nations Charter in October 1944?
(a) United States, Germany, China and Soviet Union
(b) United States, England, China and Soviet Union
(c) United States, England, France and Soviet Union
(d) United States, Canada, England and Soviet Union
Explanation: The Dumbarton Oaks Conference, held in 1944, involved representatives from the United States, the United Kingdom (England), China, and the Soviet Union. These nations were the primary architects behind the framework of the United Nations organization.
#20802
Which of the following Muslim-majority nations were among the founding members that joined the United Nations on its inception date, October 24, 1945?
(a) All of above
(b) Turkey
(c) Egypt
(d) Syria
Explanation: Egypt, Syria, and Turkey were all original signatories to the United Nations Charter. They officially became members of the United Nations on October 24, 1945, when the Charter came into force. These nations were part of the initial group of countries that established the organization to promote international cooperation and prevent future global conflicts.
#20803
On October 14, 1911, which nation became the first to utilize an airplane for military purposes?
(a) Germany
(b) Britain
(c) Italy
(d) USA
Explanation: During the Italo-Turkish War in 1911, Italy became the first country to use aircraft for military operations. On October 23, 1911, an Italian pilot flew over Turkish lines for reconnaissance purposes. This marked the first time in history that an airplane was used in a theater of war, changing the nature of military conflict forever.
#20804
Angela Merkel assumed the role of Chancellor of Germany on October 10, 2005, marking which milestone?
(a) First female chancellor of Germany
(b) Second female chancellor of Germany
(c) Third female chancellor of Germany
(d) None of these
Explanation: Angela Merkel made history in 2005 by becoming the first woman to hold the office of Chancellor in Germany. She served in this leadership position for sixteen years, significantly influencing both German and European politics during her tenure.
#20805
What was the specific location identified as the epicenter of the earthquake that impacted Pakistan on October 8, 2005, situated approximately 100 kilometers north of Islamabad?
(a) Balakot
(b) Muzaffarabad
(c) Garhi Habib Ullah
(d) None of these
Explanation: The devastating earthquake that struck the Kashmir region on October 8, 2005, had its epicenter near the town of Balakot in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. This seismic event caused widespread destruction across the region, particularly in Balakot and Muzaffarabad, due to its shallow depth and high magnitude of 7.6 on the moment magnitude scale.
#20806
How many individuals participated in the record-breaking national anthem singing event held at the National Hockey Stadium in Lahore on October 20, 2012?
(a) 44,200
(b) 14,200
(c) 4,200
(d) 34,200
Explanation: On October 20, 2012, a massive gathering took place at the National Hockey Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan. A total of 44,200 people assembled to sing the national anthem simultaneously, setting a significant world record for the largest group of people singing a national anthem at one time.
#20807
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.
#20808
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.
#20809
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).
#20810
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.
#20811
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.
#20812
Islamabad officially became the capital of Pakistan in: (2026)
(a) 1969
(b) 1966
(c) 1962
(d) None of these
Explanation: Gomal Zam Dam is located in South Waziristan.
#20813
__________ 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.
#20814
__________ 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.
#20815
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.
#20816
Which of the following is not included in the '5 Es Framework to Turnaround Pakistan?' (2026)
(a) Equity & empowerment
(b) Environment
(c) E-Pakistan
(d) Efficiency
Explanation: The SCO Summit 2024 was hosted in Islamabad, Pakistan.
#20817
Pakistan Army provided training to which Middle Eastern country's armed forces in the 1970s? (2026)
(a) Iran
(b) Turkey
(c) UAE
(d) None of these
Explanation: Pakistan Army provided military training and advisory support to UAE armed forces.
#20818
Which Middle Eastern country was the first to recognize Pakistan in 1947? (2026)
(a) Iran
(b) Iraq
(c) Saudi Arabia
(d) Egypt
Explanation: The Objectives Resolution was passed on 12 March 1949.
#20819
Badshahi Mosque was built by: (2026)
(a) Akbar
(b) Shah Jahan
(c) Jahangir
(d) None of these
Explanation: Badshahi Mosque was completed in 1673 (None of these).
#20820
Which constitutional amendment generated debate about judicial reforms? (2026)
(a) 26th Amendment
(b) 27th Amendment
(c) Both (A) & (B)
(d) None of these
Explanation: The 26th Constitutional Amendment in 2024 generated debate on judicial reforms.