The government has not negotiated a peace treaty; rather, it has declared the group proscribed and launched a security operation against them. The other three statements accurately reflect the government's stated policy and actions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015416/ajk-govt-says-operation-under-way-to-reopen-routes-blocked-by-banned-jaac, 14 Jul 2026]
1142
Which Iranian facility was reported to have been hit by a US-Israeli attack, damaging its national artificial intelligence platform?
The data center at Sharif University of Technology was specifically targeted, resulting in damage to infrastructure supporting Iran's national artificial intelligence platform. The other facilities listed are critical Iranian sites but were not the focus of this specific infrastructure strike. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989217/iran-conveys-to-pakistan-its-rejection-of-us-ceasefire-proposal-report, 06 Apr 2026]
1143
In the context of the 2026 diplomatic efforts, how many clauses were included in the Iranian response to the US peace proposal?
Iranian media reported that Tehran conveyed a 10-clause response to the US proposal, which included demands for the lifting of sanctions and a permanent end to the war. The 5-clause figure refers to an earlier set of conditions proposed by Iran, while the 15-point proposal originated from the US. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990234/pm-shehbaz-cdf-munir-discuss-pakistans-efforts-to-mediate-between-us-and-iran, 09 Apr 2026]
1144
Which Pakistani official was specifically praised by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for their role in coordinating the peace initiative?
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif publicly commended Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir for their selfless efforts and coordination in facilitating the peace talks. Ishaq Dar is the correct official mentioned in this context. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989847/us-iranian-delegations-expected-in-pakistan-on-friday-white-house-says-first-round-of-talks-to-be-held-on-saturday, 08 Apr 2026]
1145
Consider the following statements about the cabinet committee meeting held on April 6, 2026:
1. The committee expressed concern over loopholes in the diesel rate build-up.
2. Climate Change Minister Dr. Musadik Malik previously served as the energy and petroleum minister.
3. The government decided to rely solely on private sector data for monitoring retail outlets.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because the government is actively deploying joint teams to ensure data transparency and is not relying solely on private sector data, which was noted as having even poorer integration than PSO. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989171/ogra-pso-come-under-fire-for-poor-monitoring-of-oil-stocks, 06 Apr 2026]
1146
Which of the following is NOT a component of the charges currently levied by the government on petroleum products?
The government charges customs duty, petroleum levy, climate support levy, and inland freight equalisation margin on fuel. Corporate income tax is not listed as a component of the retail fuel price structure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016247/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs544-diesel-by-rs3105-per-litre-for-next-three-days, 17 Jul 2026]
1147
Which of the following statements regarding the security of Chinese nationals in Pakistan is INCORRECT?
The statement that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has never claimed responsibility for attacks is false, as the BLA has previously claimed responsibility for attacks, such as the 2022 suicide bombing at the University of Karachi's Confucius Institute. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016208/security-of-chinese-in-pakistan-paramount-for-us-says-pm-shehbaz, 17 Jul 2026]
1148
Which sector of the AJK economy was specifically mentioned as having been restored following timely intervention by the authorities?
The Home Secretary explicitly announced that the banking system had been restored in the state after the government's intervention. While tourism and transport were also affected, the banking system was the specific sector highlighted for its restoration. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015416/ajk-govt-says-operation-under-way-to-reopen-routes-blocked-by-banned-jaac, 14 Jul 2026]
1149
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]
1150
All of the following are components of the 10-clause Iranian proposal EXCEPT:
The Iranian proposal included demands for the lifting of sanctions, safe passage protocols, and an end to regional conflicts, but it did not include the dismantling of its nuclear program. In fact, the UAE adviser noted that a failure to rein in the nuclear program remains a major obstacle to any settlement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989217/iran-conveys-to-pakistan-its-rejection-of-us-ceasefire-proposal-report, 06 Apr 2026]
