The statement that the Pakistan Army failed to respond is incorrect, as security sources confirmed that the army destroyed the gun position used for the firing in a retaliatory action. The other statements accurately reflect the reported facts of the event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992026/3-killed-in-kps-bajaur-as-mortar-shells-fired-from-across-afghan-border-security-sources, 15 Apr 2026]
1302
The term 'Fitna al Khawarij' is used by the Pakistani state to refer to which of the following groups?
The Pakistani government officially designates the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) as 'Fitna al Khawarij'. This terminology is used to distinguish the group in official security communications. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982625/pakistani-forces-strike-afghan-talibans-military-installations-in-kabul-nangarhar-security-sources, 16 Mar 2026]
1303
What is the name of the military operation launched by Pakistan in 2026 to target terrorist support infrastructure?
Operation Ghazab lil-Haq was launched in February 2026 to address cross-border terrorism and military support infrastructure. The other options refer to historical military operations conducted by Pakistan in previous years. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982625/pakistani-forces-strike-afghan-talibans-military-installations-in-kabul-nangarhar-security-sources, 16 Mar 2026]
1304
Who chaired the Punjab Assembly's Standing Committee meeting that approved the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026 on April 13, 2026?
PML-N MPA Pir Ashraf Rasool chaired the committee meeting. While Zulfiqar Shah was a member who expressed opposition, Saleem Haider is the Governor who promulgated the initial ordinance. [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]
1305
The Pakistan Meteorological Department warned that flash floods were expected in vulnerable areas of which of the following regions due to heavy rains in April 2026?
The PMD specifically identified upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir as the regions vulnerable to flash floods and landslides during the forecasted period. These areas are prone to such events due to their mountainous topography. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991385/pmd-predicts-rainfall-in-upper-parts-of-country-from-april-16-to-19, 13 Apr 2026]
1306
Consider the following statements about Pakistan's submarine cable infrastructure:
1. The total national internet usage currently fluctuates between 7 and 8 Tbps.
2. PTCL manages all six submarine cable systems currently serving Pakistan.
3. Maintenance work on submarine cables can lead to service degradation during evening hours.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding national usage. Statement 2 is incorrect because PTCL only manages three of the six systems. Statement 3 is correct as service degradation is a known consequence of such maintenance. [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]
1307
Which of the following statements regarding the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026 is INCORRECT?
The bill does not contain a provision allowing marriage under 18 with court permission; in fact, the proposal for such an exception was explicitly opposed by ministers during the debate. The other statements accurately reflect the provisions of the passed legislation. [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]
1308
Consider the following statements about the recent judicial developments in the Islamabad High Court:
1. The Islamabad High Court Bar Association demanded a structured and periodic rotation policy for judges.
2. The JCP withdrew the proposal to transfer Justice Arbab M. Tahir to the Balochistan High Court.
3. The transfers were approved by a unanimous vote of all JCP members present.
Statement 1 is correct as the Bar Association requested a comprehensive rotation mechanism. Statement 2 is correct as the proposal for Justice Arbab M. Tahir was withdrawn. Statement 3 is incorrect because the official report stated the transfers were approved by a majority, not a unanimous vote. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1995788/judicial-commission-of-pakistan-approves-transfer-of-3-ihc-judges, 28 Apr 2026]
1309
What is the official designation used by the Pakistani state for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban (TTP)?
The state has officially designated the banned TTP as Fitna al Khawarij. The other options are names of different militant or extremist organizations not used in this context. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1992026/3-killed-in-kps-bajaur-as-mortar-shells-fired-from-across-afghan-border-security-sources, 15 Apr 2026]
1310
Which of the following statements regarding the March 16, 2026, military strikes is INCORRECT?
The Afghan Taliban spokesperson claimed that a drug rehabilitation hospital was targeted, not a military training academy. The other statements accurately reflect the details provided by the Pakistani government regarding the operation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982625/pakistani-forces-strike-afghan-talibans-military-installations-in-kabul-nangarhar-security-sources, 16 Mar 2026]
