The official notification issued by the presidency confirmed that the session convened on June 10, 2026, was the 28th session of the 16th National Assembly. The other options are incorrect as they do not align with the official parliamentary record for that date. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]
1812
Which of the following is NOT a recommendation made by the Supreme Court in its 2026 judgment regarding acid attack survivors?
The court focused on rehabilitation, medical coverage, and pre-emptive regulation rather than mandating capital punishment. The other three options are explicit recommendations found within the court's judgment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006139/acid-attack-more-heinous-than-homicide-tool-of-patriarchal-violence-sc, 08 Jun 2026]
1813
In the context of the 2026-27 budget preparations, which body is responsible for coordinating economic policies between the federal and provincial governments?
The National Economic Council (NEC) is the constitutional body responsible for reviewing the overall economic condition of the country and coordinating economic policies between the federal and provincial governments. While the NFC Award deals with revenue distribution, the NEC is the primary body for development budget oversight. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]
1814
What is the name of the counter-terrorism vision under which the current security operations in Pakistan are being conducted?
The ISPR explicitly identified 'Azm-i-Istehkam' as the vision approved by the Federal Apex Committee for the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign. Zarb-e-Azb and Radd-ul-Fasaad are previous military operations and serve as distractors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006398/soldier-martyred-14-terrorists-killed-during-security-operation-in-balochistans-basima-ispr, 09 Jun 2026]
1815
Who is the current United States official serving as the counterpart to Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar?
During the recent diplomatic visit to Washington, Ishaq Dar engaged in discussions with his American counterpart, Marco Rubio. The other individuals listed are former officials and do not hold the position in the current administration. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2005211/pm-shehbaz-hails-islamabads-true-and-special-relationship-with-washington-at-event-marking-us-250th-anniversary, 04 Jun 2026]
1816
Which of the following mechanisms is central to the World Trade Organization's mandate for maintaining global trade stability?
The Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) is the core mechanism of the WTO for resolving trade conflicts between member states, ensuring adherence to multilateral trade agreements.
General Shaikh Mohammad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa is the Commander of the Bahrain National Guard. The other options represent different military or government roles within the Kingdom of Bahrain. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006391/bahrain-commander-meets-cdf-munir-discusses-strengthening-military-collaboration-ispr, 09 Jun 2026]
1818
In the 2026 Supreme Court judgment, which Justice authored the 14-page ruling on acid violence?
Justice Muhammad Hashim Khan Kakar authored the strongly worded judgment that classified acid attacks as more heinous than homicide. The other two judges mentioned were part of the three-judge bench but did not author the specific text. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006139/acid-attack-more-heinous-than-homicide-tool-of-patriarchal-violence-sc, 08 Jun 2026]
1819
Which of the following statements regarding the PTI's claims about the Gilgit-Baltistan elections is INCORRECT?
The PTI explicitly alleged that they were barred from campaigning and that their leaders were detained and expelled from the region, making option C the incorrect statement. The other options accurately reflect the party's stated positions and actions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006146/action-replay-of-2024-elections-pti-ttap-reject-gb-election-results-level-rigging-allegations, 08 Jun 2026]
1820
Under which Article of the Constitution of Pakistan does the President possess the authority to summon a session of the National Assembly?
Article 54(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan explicitly grants the President the power to summon either House or both Houses of Parliament to meet at such time and place as he thinks fit. Article 63 relates to disqualification on grounds of defection, while Article 51 pertains to the composition of the National Assembly. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006413/president-zardari-summons-na-senate-sessions-on-june-10, 09 Jun 2026]