Canada earned its first-ever World Cup point through a draw, not a victory. The other three statements accurately describe the match outcome, the goal scorer, and the historical significance of the venue. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007443/canada-draw-with-bosnia-herzegovina-to-earn-first-ever-world-cup-point, 12 Jun 2026]
1022
Who scored the opening goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup during the match against South Africa?
Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the tournament in the ninth minute of the match against South Africa. Raul Jimenez scored the second goal later in the game. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
1023
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) operates primarily under which collective security principle?
Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty establishes the principle of collective defense, stating that an armed attack against one member shall be considered an attack against them all.
Under Chapter V of the UN Charter, the Security Council is vested with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, distinguishing its mandate from the General Assembly or the International Court of Justice.
SAFTA is the current operational framework for trade liberalization among SAARC nations, designed to reduce customs duties and promote intra-regional economic cooperation, succeeding the earlier SAPTA framework.
The HDI is a composite index developed by the UNDP that evaluates human development through three fundamental dimensions: health (life expectancy), education (mean and expected years of schooling), and standard of living (GNI per capita).
The ILO is a specialized UN agency that promotes human development by establishing international labor standards, fostering decent work opportunities, and enhancing social protection for workers globally.
Consider the following statements about the 2026 edition of The Hundred:
1. It is the first time the tournament has utilized an auction system for player selection.
2. The tournament is scheduled to commence in July 2026.
3. All eight franchises are exclusively owned by English private investors.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as this is the first auction-based selection in the tournament's history. Statement 2 is correct as the tournament begins on July 21, 2026. Statement 3 is incorrect because several franchises, including Sunrisers Leeds, are owned by groups that control IPL teams. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981366/ipl-linked-sunrisers-leeds-sign-abrar-ahmed-for-the-hundred, 12 Mar 2026]
1029
Which franchise signed Pakistani spinner Usman Tariq during the 2026 auction for The Hundred?
Usman Tariq was acquired by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000. The other listed franchises were active in the auction but did not sign Tariq. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981366/ipl-linked-sunrisers-leeds-sign-abrar-ahmed-for-the-hundred, 12 Mar 2026]
1030
Which Argentine player received a red card during the 2026 World Cup final?
Enzo Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after a challenge on Spain's Pau Cubarsi. While other players were involved in post-match controversies, Fernandez was the specific player dismissed during the match. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017381/thousands-welcome-home-argentina-squad-without-messi-despite-world-cup-loss, 22 Jul 2026]
