The Jubail petrochemicals complex was the site of the strike that raised concerns regarding regional stability. The other facilities are critical Saudi energy infrastructure but were not the specific target mentioned in this event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990849/pakistan-sends-military-force-fighter-jets-to-saudi-arabia, 11 Apr 2026]
1292
Who served as the primary mediator for the direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel held in Washington on April 14, 2026?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio mediated the high-level talks between the Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors. While Michael Needham was present as a State Department Counselor, Rubio led the diplomatic effort. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991749/lebanon-israel-agree-to-direct-negotiations-after-washington-talks, 14 Apr 2026]
1293
According to Pakistani security sources, which countries' manufactured parts were allegedly used in the drone assembly workshops destroyed in the 2026 strikes?
Security sources reported that the drone workshops destroyed in Kabul and Nangarhar utilized components manufactured in India and Israel. This detail was highlighted to emphasize the technical nature of the targeted infrastructure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982625/pakistani-forces-strike-afghan-talibans-military-installations-in-kabul-nangarhar-security-sources, 16 Mar 2026]
1294
Which of the following statements regarding the provisions of the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026 is INCORRECT?
The bill does not include exceptions for socio-economic status; committee members explicitly rejected such suggestions, fearing they would lead to the misuse of the law. The other options accurately reflect the punitive measures outlined in the bill. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991404/punjab-assembly-panel-approves-bill-setting-minimum-marriage-age-at-18-for-both-males-and-females, 13 Apr 2026]
1295
Consider the following statements about the political fallout of the AI-generated image:
1. The image was removed from the social media platform on the Monday following its initial posting.
2. Religious conservatives who typically support Trump expressed criticism regarding the image.
3. The US Secretary of Defense has publicly apologized for the use of religious imagery in political discourse.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually accurate as the post was removed on Monday and drew criticism from religious conservatives. Statement 3 is incorrect because the US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, has actually cited scripture to justify military actions rather than apologizing for the use of religious imagery. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991418/i-thought-it-was-me-as-a-doctor-trump-on-ai-image-of-himself-as-jesus-like-figure, 13 Apr 2026]
1296
During the 2026 Spring Meetings, Finance Minister Aurangzeb discussed the development of capital markets with the Managing Director of which organization?
The Finance Minister held a separate meeting with IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop to discuss capital market development and private sector investment. The ADB and IsDB are distinct institutions not mentioned in the context of this specific request. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991419/in-meeting-with-wb-vice-president-aurangzeb-calls-for-enhanced-technical-support-for-debt-management, 13 Apr 2026]
1297
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective of the Finance Minister's engagement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC)?
The Finance Minister's discussions with the IFC focused on private sector development, productivity, and job creation. Direct management of provincial tax collection is a domestic administrative function and was not a stated objective of the IFC engagement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991419/in-meeting-with-wb-vice-president-aurangzeb-calls-for-enhanced-technical-support-for-debt-management, 13 Apr 2026]
1298
On what date did PTCL announce that repair work on its submarine cable would commence?
The announcement regarding the maintenance work was issued by the PTCL news desk on April 13, 2026. While the work itself was scheduled to begin on April 14, the official announcement date is April 13. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991416/ptcl-says-repair-work-on-submarine-cable-to-begin-from-tuesday-internet-users-may-face-service-degradation-in-evening-hours, 13 Apr 2026]
1299
Consider the following statements about the recent regulatory changes for solar prosumers:
1. The Power Division directed NEPRA to abolish the licensing fee following public criticism.
2. The Private Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB) supported the centralization of approval authority at NEPRA.
3. The policy change aims to reduce bureaucratic hurdles for residential solar adoption.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 2 is incorrect because the PPIB actually flagged the regulatory shift as problematic and requested NEPRA to maintain consistency with the earlier, more decentralized approvals regime. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995812/nepra-abolishes-licence-requirement-fee-for-small-solar-users, 28 Apr 2026]
1300
According to the US administration's justification for the blockade, what specific activity by Iran in international waters was labeled as 'extortion'?
The US President cited the collection of 'illegal tolls' from vessels as a primary reason for the blockade announcement. The other options represent broader geopolitical tensions but are not the specific trigger for the blockade. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991096/after-trumps-blockade-announcement-irgc-says-will-view-military-vessels-approaching-hormuz-as-ceasefire-breach, 12 Apr 2026]
