Mujtaba Shujaur Rehman, serving as the Punjab Parliamentary Affairs Minister, formally presented the bill to the assembly. While Azma Bokhari participated in the debate and Ejaz Augustine moved an amendment, Rehman was the minister responsible for the bill's introduction. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995556/punjab-assembly-passes-bill-setting-minimum-marriage-age-at-18-for-both-males-and-females, 27 Apr 2026]
402
Who served as the Speaker of the Punjab Assembly during the session where the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026 was passed?
Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan presided over the session as Speaker and directed the distribution of the bill copies to the members. Saleem Haider is the Governor of Punjab, not the Speaker. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995556/punjab-assembly-passes-bill-setting-minimum-marriage-age-at-18-for-both-males-and-females, 27 Apr 2026]
403
Who currently serves as the Federal Minister for Power in Pakistan?
Awais Leghari is the incumbent Power Minister who directed NEPRA to abolish the licensing requirements for small solar users. The other options are not the current minister. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995812/nepra-abolishes-licence-requirement-fee-for-small-solar-users, 28 Apr 2026]
404
According to the Federal Minister for Planning, Pakistan currently holds what global rank in the freelancing sector?
Ahsan Iqbal stated that Pakistan has emerged as the fourth-largest freelancing country in the world. This status highlights the significant contribution of Pakistani youth to the global digital economy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016952/china-to-train-03m-pakistani-youths-in-digital-skills-annually-says-ahsan-iqbal, 20 Jul 2026]
405
Consider the following statements about the visit of the US delegation in July 2026:
1. The delegation met with the Governor of Punjab in Lahore.
2. The US congressmen expressed that the bilateral relationship has never been better.
3. The delegation visited the mausoleum of Allama Iqbal during their stay in Islamabad.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the delegation met the Punjab Governor and Zinke remarked on the strength of the relationship. Statement 3 is incorrect because the mausoleum of Allama Iqbal is located in Lahore, not Islamabad. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018779/in-meeting-with-cdf-munir-us-congressmen-acknowledge-pakistans-critical-role-in-regional-stability-ispr, 27 Jul 2026]
406
According to the Federal Minister for Planning and Development, approximately what percentage of petrol in Pakistan is consumed by the transport sector?
The Minister stated that 80 percent of the country's petrol is consumed by the transport sector. This high consumption rate is a primary driver for the government's push toward electric vehicle adoption to reduce import dependence. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018388/ahsan-iqbal-calls-for-fast-track-transition-to-electric-vehicles, 26 Jul 2026]
407
Consider the following statements about the appointment of Anas Sarwar:
1. He was appointed to the United Kingdom cabinet.
2. His father, Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, is a former Governor of Punjab.
3. The United Business Group (UBG) criticized the appointment as detrimental to Pakistan's interests.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because the UBG welcomed the appointment rather than criticizing it. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
408
Who met with the Governor of Sindh on July 25, 2026, to discuss bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector?
Dr. Kemal Aydin, Chairman of the Ibn Sina Foundation, held a meeting with the Governor of Sindh to discuss expanding cooperation in medical research and education. The other names are prominent figures but were not involved in this specific diplomatic engagement. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431850/governor-seeks-stronger-pak-turkiye-partnership-in-healthcare, 25 Jul 2026]
409
Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, the father of the newly appointed UK cabinet member, previously served in which high-ranking provincial office in Pakistan?
Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar served as the Governor of Punjab. The other options represent different provincial roles that he did not hold. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
410
The Forum of Information Group Secretaries (FIGS) recently commended the government for resolving which specific administrative issue?
The FIGS expressed appreciation for the creation of new posts, which directly addresses the long-standing issue of career progression and promotion stagnation within the Information Group. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
