#20821

Which province introduced a "Green Energy Transition Policy" in 2024? (2026)

(a) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

(b) Balochistan

(c) Punjab

(d) Sindh

Explanation: Punjab introduced the Green Energy Transition Policy in 2024.

#20822

India has constructed Baglihar Dam on __________ River. (2026)

(a) Ravi

(b) Indus

(c) Jhelum

(d) None of these

Explanation: Baglihar Dam is constructed on the Chenab River (None of these).

#20823

SAARC was founded in: (2026)

(a) 1985

(b) 1980

(d) 1975

Explanation: NFC Award provincial shares cannot be reduced below previous awards.

#20824

Pakistan joined the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in: (2026)

(a) 1956

(b) 1973

(d) None of these

Explanation: Pakistan joined the IMF in 1950 (None of these).

#20825

Article __________ empowers the Supreme Court to enforce Fundamental Rights directly. (2026)

(a) 185(6)

(b) 187(2)

(c) Both A and B

(d) 184(3)

Explanation: Article 184(3) empowers Supreme Court to enforce Fundamental Rights directly.

#20826

__________ founded the Khaksar Tehreek. (2026)

(a) Allama Inayatullah Mashriqi

(b) Allama Shibli Nomani

(c) Maulana Hasrat Mohani

(d) Maulana Abu Al Kalam Azad

Explanation: CPEC was formally launched in 2015 (None of these).

#20827

Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah, the Agha Khan headed the historic Simla deputation which successfully presented Muslim demands on 01, October 1906 before:

(a) Lord Curzon

(b) Lord Irwin

(c) Lord Minto

(d) None of these

#20828

The recent earthquake of October, 2005 was result of:

(a) Volcanic activity

(b) Tectonic dislocation

(c) Shovers Shooting

(d) None of these

Explanation: The devastating magnitude 7.6 earthquake on October 8, 2005, centered near Muzaffarabad in Azad Jammu & Kashmir, was caused by tectonic fault rupture and dislocation along the Main Boundary Thrust (MBT) and Balakot-Bagh fault lines as a result of the ongoing collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates.

#20829

The Bogra formula, presented on 7th October 1953, is also called:

(a) Grossi's Formula

(b) Constitutional Formula

(c) National Democratic Formula

(d) None of these

Explanation: The Bogra Formula was a constitutional proposal to resolve political deadlock by ensuring representation for East and West Pakistan; it is known as the Constitutional Formula.

#20830

On 14 October, 1999, Gen Musharraf took the post of:

(a) President

(b) Chief Executive

(c) Martial Law Administrator

(d) Prime Minister

Explanation: General Pervez Musharraf assumed the role of Martial Law Administrator after the 1999 coup on 14 October.

#20831

The Pakistan Republican Party was formed in October 1955. The President of the party was:

(a) Nawab Muzaffar Ali Khan Qizilbash

(b) Mirza Mumtaz Hassan Qizilbash

(c) Dr Khan Sahib

(d) Nawab Akbar Khan Bugti

Explanation: Nawab Muzaffar Ali Khan Qizilbash was the president of the Pakistan Republican Party formed in 1955.

#20832

What was the magnitude of the Earthquake that shook Northern Pakistan and Kashmir on October 8, 2005?

(a) 5.7

(b) 7.5

(c) 7.7

(d) None of these

Explanation: The devastating earthquake that struck northern Pakistan and parts of Kashmir on October 8, 2005, had a moment magnitude of 7.6 [1, p12]. Since 7.6 is not among the options, "None of these" is the correct answer.

#20833

Which crucial political delegation in October 1906 directly preceded and paved the way for the creation of the Muslim League?

(a) The Delhi Deputation

(b) The Simla Deputation

(c) The Khilafat Delegation

(d) The London Muslim Deputation

Explanation: On 1 October 1906, a delegation of 35 prominent Muslim leaders led by Sir Aga Khan III met Viceroy Lord Minto at Simla (the Simla Deputation) to demand separate electorates and adequate representation in legislative bodies for Muslims.

#20834

What notorious incident occurred in October 1763 in which over 150 British prisoners were killed on Mir Qasim's orders before his retreat?

(a) The Black Hole Tragedy

(b) The Patna Massacre

(c) The Siege of Arcot

(d) The Kanpur Massacre

Explanation: Enraged by British advances and the capture of his territory, Mir Qasim ordered the execution of approximately 150 British military and civilian prisoners at Patna, including Company agent William Ellis. The killings were carried out by his commander Walter Reinhardt (Samru) and intensified British resolve to crush him.

#20835

Which historic administrative system was introduced by Ayub Khan through the Basic Democracies Order in October 1959?

(a) Local Self-Government Board System

(b) Basic Democracies (BD) System

(c) Panchayati Raj Tier System

(d) Community Development Council System

Explanation: Promulgated on 27 October 1959, the Basic Democracies Order created a five-tier (later four-tier) system of local government comprising 80,000 (later increased to 120,000) directly elected Basic Democrats, split equally between East and West Pakistan. These BD members served as an electoral college for presidential and legislative elections.

#20836

What describes the post-monsoon transitional period in Pakistan occurring during October and November?

(a) Severe cyclone activity across all northern mountainous valleys

(b) Clear skies, dry air, warm days, increasingly cool nights, and generally stable weather across the country

(c) Continuous widespread monsoon deluges across the Indus Plain

(d) Heavy blizzards throughout southern Sindh and lower Punjab

Explanation: October and November mark the post-monsoon transition period across Pakistan. Characterized by the retreat of moist winds and the onset of continental anticyclonic conditions, this season brings clear skies, minimal rainfall, pleasant daytime warmth, and progressively cooler nighttime temperatures.

#20837

Who unilaterally dissolved the Constituent Assembly on 24 October 1954?

(a) Ghulam Muhammad

(b) Iskander Mirza

(c) Ayub Khan

(d) Liaquat Ali Khan

#20838

Athar moved here _____ October.

(a) In

(b) At

(c) On

(d) From

#20839

On October 24, 1954, ____ imposed emergency in the country and dissolved the Constituent Assembly ?

(a) Ayub Khan

(b) Ghulam Muhammad

(c) Iskandar Ali Mirza

(d) Khawaja Nazimuddin

#20840

Wasim moved here _______ October ?

(a) From

(b) At

(c) On

(d) In

October 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions

Which province introduced a "Green Energy Transition Policy" in 2024? (2026)

India has constructed Baglihar Dam on __________ River. (2026)

SAARC was founded in: (2026)

Pakistan joined the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in: (2026)

Article __________ empowers the Supreme Court to enforce Fundamental Rights directly. (2026)

__________ founded the Khaksar Tehreek. (2026)

Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah, the Agha Khan headed the historic Simla deputation which successfully presented Muslim demands on 01, October 1906 before:

The recent earthquake of October, 2005 was result of:

The Bogra formula, presented on 7th October 1953, is also called:

On 14 October, 1999, Gen Musharraf took the post of:

The Pakistan Republican Party was formed in October 1955. The President of the party was:

What was the magnitude of the Earthquake that shook Northern Pakistan and Kashmir on October 8, 2005?

Which crucial political delegation in October 1906 directly preceded and paved the way for the creation of the Muslim League?

What notorious incident occurred in October 1763 in which over 150 British prisoners were killed on Mir Qasim's orders before his retreat?

Which historic administrative system was introduced by Ayub Khan through the Basic Democracies Order in October 1959?

What describes the post-monsoon transitional period in Pakistan occurring during October and November?

Who unilaterally dissolved the Constituent Assembly on 24 October 1954?

Athar moved here _____ October.

On October 24, 1954, ____ imposed emergency in the country and dissolved the Constituent Assembly ?

Wasim moved here _______ October ?