The tool still requires a paid Microsoft 365 Copilot subscription in addition to the usage-based fees for specific tasks. Therefore, statement C is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008363/microsoft-launches-ai-agent-with-pay-as-you-go-pricing, 16 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about Pakistan's engagement with the SCO:
1. Pakistan hosted the Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government in October 2024.
2. Pakistan leads an SCO working group specifically focused on poverty alleviation.
3. The SCO was originally formed in 2001 as a security cooperation group.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate. Pakistan hosted the 2024 government-level meeting, chairs the poverty alleviation working group, and the SCO was indeed founded in 2001 with a primary focus on security. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008079/pakistan-to-assume-chairmanship-of-sco-council-of-heads-of-states-in-september, 15 Jun 2026]
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What is the minimum thickness threshold for plastic bags under the new regulatory framework established by the Punjab EPA?
The Punjab EPA has implemented a ban on plastic bags that are below 75 microns in thickness to reduce environmental waste. Other values represent different regulatory standards not currently applied in this specific provincial policy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007783/punjab-expands-liquid-tree-project-to-tackle-urban-pollution, 14 Jun 2026]
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Which political party secured the highest number of seats in the June 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan elections?
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) emerged as the largest party in the assembly with 11 seats. The PML-N followed with six seats. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008336/four-independents-join-aleem-khans-istehkam-i-pakistan-party-in-gilgit-baltistan, 16 Jun 2026]
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Which of the following institutions is primarily tasked with providing technical assistance and policy advice to member countries to ensure macroeconomic stability?
The IMF's core mandate involves monitoring global economic developments and providing policy advice and financial assistance to countries experiencing actual or potential balance of payments problems.
Which constitutional principle serves as the primary legal basis for the judiciary to exercise oversight over the administrative actions of the Election Commission of Pakistan?
The principle of Checks and Balances is the foundational mechanism that empowers the judiciary to review administrative decisions, ensuring that the Election Commission operates within the scope of its constitutional mandate.
Chapter VII of the UN Charter provides the Security Council with the authority to take enforcement measures, including sanctions and military action, to maintain or restore international peace and security.
Under the constitutional framework of Pakistan, which tier of government is primarily mandated to establish and oversee the local government system following the 18th Amendment?
The 18th Amendment devolved significant administrative and financial powers to the provinces, making the establishment and regulation of local government systems a provincial constitutional responsibility.
Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation regarding regional geopolitical frameworks?
The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation focuses on fostering cooperation in areas such as trade, industry, agriculture, and energy to improve the socioeconomic standing of its members within the global framework, rather than military or supranational integration.
Which body serves as the supreme forum for reviewing the overall economic condition of the country and formulating national economic stabilization policies?
The National Economic Council (NEC) is the apex body responsible for reviewing the economic situation and formulating plans for balanced economic development and stabilization across the federation.
