Article 184(3) of the Constitution of Pakistan grants the Supreme Court original jurisdiction to enforce fundamental rights if a question of public importance is involved.
Which of the following institutional mechanisms is primarily tasked with the coordination of international humanitarian assistance during complex emergencies?
UNOCHA is the specific UN body mandated to coordinate the global humanitarian response, ensuring coherence among various international actors, whereas the other listed agencies have specialized mandates (refugees, children, development).
The Constitution of 1973 establishes a parliamentary democracy that relies on the separation of powers between the legislature, the executive, and the judiciary to prevent the concentration of authority.
Which constitutional amendment significantly devolved powers from the federal government to the provinces, thereby strengthening the federal structure of Pakistan?
The 18th Amendment, passed in 2010, abolished the Concurrent Legislative List and devolved significant administrative and financial powers to the provinces, marking a shift toward greater provincial autonomy.
Collective security is a foundational doctrine of the UN Charter, predicated on the principle that international peace is indivisible and that member states must act collectively to deter or suppress acts of aggression.
Which article of the UN Charter provides the legal basis for the inherent right of individual or collective self-defence in the event of an armed attack?
Article 51 of the United Nations Charter establishes the legal framework for collective self-defence, allowing member states to respond to armed aggression until the Security Council has taken measures necessary to maintain international peace and security.
The Washington Consensus advocates for market-oriented reforms, including fiscal discipline, privatization, and trade liberalization, as the standard policy package for economic development.
Consider the following statements about the Germany vs. Curacao match held on June 14, 2026:
1. Kai Havertz scored two goals during the match.
2. The Curacao fans are known as the Blue Wave.
3. Germany had not won an opening match at a World Cup since 2014.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the match report. Kai Havertz scored a double, the Curacao fans are referred to as the Blue Wave, and Germany had indeed not won an opening match since their 2014 title run. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007821/germany-hammer-world-cup-debutants-curacao-after-early-scare, 14 Jun 2026]
1809
With which country will Iran conduct a dialogue to define future administration and maritime services in the Strait of Hormuz?
Point 5 of the agreement specifies that Iran will engage in dialogue with the Sultanate of Oman to determine the future administration of the Strait of Hormuz. This is to be done in consultation with other Persian Gulf littoral states. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008644/us-official-unveils-14-point-iran-agreement-to-halt-conflict-and-reopen-strait-of-hormuz, 17 Jun 2026]
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The 'Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme' is designed to bring which segment of the economy into the tax net?
The Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme specifically targets small traders and shopkeepers with an annual turnover of up to Rs200 million. The other options represent sectors already largely integrated into formal tax structures. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006648/finance-minister-aurangzeb-to-present-budget-for-fy2026-27-on-june-12, 10 Jun 2026]
