Article 175 of the Constitution of Pakistan establishes the judiciary and is fundamental to the doctrine of the separation of powers, ensuring the judiciary remains distinct from the executive and legislature.
SAARC was established to foster regional cooperation in South Asia, focusing on economic growth, social progress, and cultural development rather than supranational political or military integration.
The SCO functions as a regional geopolitical framework primarily focused on the 'three evils' of terrorism, separatism, and extremism to ensure regional stability among member states.
The Corruption Perceptions Index serves as a governance metric by aggregating expert assessments and surveys to measure the perceived integrity of public sector institutions, rather than measuring absolute corruption levels.
Consider the following statements about the 2026 T20 World Cup final:
1. Sanju Samson scored 89 runs off 46 balls in the final.
2. Abhishek Sharma was the bowler who claimed the final wicket of the match.
3. New Zealand had previously lost a T20 World Cup final to Australia in 2021.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the match report. Sanju Samson's innings, Abhishek Sharma's final wicket, and New Zealand's 2021 loss to Australia are all verified details of the event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979853/india-crush-new-zealand-to-win-third-t20-world-cup-title, 08 Mar 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the legal proceedings in the Saman Abbas case:
1. The Supreme Court of Cassation upheld life sentences for the parents of the victim.
2. Security footage from April 2021 showed individuals carrying tools including shovels and a crowbar.
3. The victim was killed while she was still a minor living in a government-protected shelter.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because although she had been in a shelter previously, she had returned to her parents' home by April 2021, where the murder subsequently took place. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015686/italian-supreme-court-upholds-murder-convictions-of-family-members-of-pakistani-girl-killed-for-refusing-arranged-marriage, 15 Jul 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the AJK electoral process:
1. The previous general elections in AJK were held in 2021.
2. The PPP and JUI-F alliance intends to contest all 45 seats jointly.
3. The JUI-F leadership emphasized that dialogue is the primary solution to regional problems.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the last elections were in 2021. Statement 3 is correct as Maulana Fazlur Rehman explicitly stated that dialogue, not force, is the solution. Statement 2 is incorrect because the PPP only allocated two seats to the JUI-F, not a joint contest for all 45 seats. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011985/ppp-jui-f-announce-they-will-jointly-contest-upcoming-ajk-elections, 30 Jun 2026]
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Arrange the following reported events in the chronological order of their contextual thematic occurrence or reporting (as per the provided logs):
The sequence follows the provided event descriptions: Berlin's report on hybrid threats precedes the flood project restructuring, followed by the Makkah defense pact, and finally, the domestic economic policy of fuel price maintenance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2021804/berlin-warns-of-hybrid-warfare-after-suspected-drone-attack]
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Consider the following statements regarding current administrative and economic developments in Pakistan as of August 10, 2026:
Statement 1 is incorrect because the Tarbela Dam reached its maximum storage capacity, not its minimum. Statement 2 is correct as fuel prices remained unchanged due to economic governance concerns. Statement 3 is correct as the IHC addressed the executive's role in constitutional mandates regarding judicial appointments. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2021950/govt-leaves-petrol-diesel-prices-unchanged-for-aug-11]
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The Geneva Conventions establish the legal standards for humanitarian treatment during armed conflict. Which of the following best describes their primary scope?
The Geneva Conventions are the cornerstone of International Humanitarian Law, specifically designed to protect those who are not or are no longer taking part in hostilities, such as civilians and wounded soldiers.
