Pakistan maintains that normalization with Israel is contingent upon the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. The Abraham Accords are the specific agreements Pakistan has declined to join under current conditions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003632/pakistan-firmly-committed-to-stance-on-palestine-israel-dar-answers-question-on-abraham-accords, 29 May 2026]
112
Consider the following statements about the Board of Peace:
1. The board was conceived to rebuild Gaza following a two-year war.
2. The fund is currently empty because the reconstruction phase has not yet been reached.
3. The board's charter allows for the US President to remain in charge past their presidency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the board's design and the current status of the reconstruction efforts. The board is specifically structured to allow Trump to maintain leadership beyond his term, and the lack of funding is attributed to the delay in reaching the development phase. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003486/trump-board-of-peaces-official-gaza-fund-is-empty, 27 May 2026]
113
The Abraham Accords, which govern the normalization of diplomatic relations between Israel and various nations, were originally brokered under the administration of which US President?
The Abraham Accords were brokered in 2020 during the presidency of Donald Trump. While the current administration continues to discuss them, they originated under the Trump administration. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003632/pakistan-firmly-committed-to-stance-on-palestine-israel-dar-answers-question-on-abraham-accords, 29 May 2026]
114
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective of the meeting between Ishaq Dar and Marco Rubio?
The official statement mentions reviewing bilateral relations, exchanging views on regional developments, and strengthening cooperation in priority sectors. There is no mention of finalizing a formal military alliance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003563/dar-to-meet-rubio-in-washington-tomorrow-fo, 28 May 2026]
115
Consider the following statements about the political situation in Gilgit-Baltistan on May 29, 2026:
1. PTI leaders were expelled for failing to produce a valid travel permit.
2. The PTI leadership alleged that PML-N candidates were receiving preferential treatment and government protocol.
3. The KP Chief Minister threatened to personally visit the region to address the treatment of parliamentarians.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the reports: the administration cited the lack of a permit, the PTI alleged unequal treatment compared to the PML-N, and the KP Chief Minister issued a public warning regarding the treatment of the parliamentarians. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003687/pti-leaders-expelled-from-gb-during-electioneering-authorities-allege-code-of-conduct-violation, 29 May 2026]
116
The Gilgit-Baltistan administration justified the expulsion of the political leaders by citing a violation of which of the following?
The official statement from the Gilgit-Baltistan government explicitly stated that the leaders were expelled for violating the election code of conduct. Other options like the Anti-Terrorism Act or Foreigners Act were not cited as the legal basis for this administrative action. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003687/pti-leaders-expelled-from-gb-during-electioneering-authorities-allege-code-of-conduct-violation, 29 May 2026]
117
Which of the following statements regarding the events of May 29, 2026, is INCORRECT?
The GB government explicitly stated in an official release that no arrests were made, contradicting the PTI's claim of arrest. Therefore, the statement that the government confirmed arrests is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003687/pti-leaders-expelled-from-gb-during-electioneering-authorities-allege-code-of-conduct-violation, 29 May 2026]
118
Which PTI leader, serving as the party president in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was among those expelled from Gilgit-Baltistan?
Junaid Akbar, the PTI president for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was identified as the primary leader expelled during the electioneering campaign. While others like Sheikh Waqas Akram and Omar Ayub commented on the situation, they were not the individuals expelled from the region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003687/pti-leaders-expelled-from-gb-during-electioneering-authorities-allege-code-of-conduct-violation, 29 May 2026]
119
Consider the following statements about Pakistan's diplomatic position presented at the UNSC on May 26, 2026:
1. Pakistan advocates for the weaponization of water resources to exert diplomatic pressure.
2. The Foreign Minister emphasized that the crisis of the international system stems from the selective application of principles.
3. Pakistan maintains that there can be no durable peace in the Middle East while occupation and forced displacement continue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because Pakistan explicitly stated that water must never be weaponized. Statements 2 and 3 accurately reflect the Foreign Minister's critique of the international order and his stance on the Middle East conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003210/pakistan-stresses-need-for-restraint-de-escalation-in-iran-us-conflict, 26 May 2026]
120
Which of the following is NOT a concern raised by Pakistan regarding the current international system in the May 2026 UNSC debate?
Pakistan's address focused on the selective application of law, the sanctity of water treaties (specifically the Indus Waters Treaty), and the necessity of UNSC reform. NATO expansion was not a topic addressed by the Foreign Minister in this specific speech. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003210/pakistan-stresses-need-for-restraint-de-escalation-in-iran-us-conflict, 26 May 2026]
