The Defence Minister explicitly rejected the impression that the 28th constitutional amendment had been tabled, making option C the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001298/india-will-be-relegated-to-history-if-it-attempts-misadventure-against-pakistan, 18 May 2026]
2062
The Prime Minister referred to which of the following as a historic victory for the Pakistan Armed Forces?
In his address, the Prime Minister specifically paid tribute to the victory achieved under the leadership of the Chief of Army Staff, referring to it as Marka-i-Haq. The other operations listed are historical military campaigns but were not the subject of this specific reference. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001538/pakistan-a-net-regional-stabiliser-contributing-to-peace-in-the-region-and-beyond-pm-shehbaz, 19 May 2026]
2063
All of the following are prohibited under the Section 144 order issued in Balochistan on May 17, 2026, EXCEPT:
The order prohibits the use of unregistered motorcycles, not registered ones. The other three options are explicitly listed as prohibited activities in the government notification. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000944/section-144-imposed-throughout-balochistan-for-one-month, 17 May 2026]
2064
Consider the following statements about the Gilgit-Baltistan cabinet formation in 2026:
1. The cabinet consists of 12 ministers appointed on the advice of the Chief Minister.
2. The PML-N is part of the ruling coalition government in Gilgit-Baltistan.
3. The GB Governor is responsible for administering the oath to the newly appointed ministers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the cabinet has 12 members. Statement 2 is incorrect because the PML-N decided to sit in the opposition. Statement 3 is correct as the Governor administers the oath. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017537/newly-sworn-in-gb-cm-picks-8-ppp-4-ipp-assembly-members-to-join-his-cabinet-as-ministers, 22 Jul 2026]
2065
The 'Responsibility to Protect' (R2P) doctrine, adopted at the 2005 World Summit, primarily addresses the limitations of which international legal concept?
R2P redefines state sovereignty not as an absolute right of non-interference, but as a responsibility to protect populations from mass atrocities, allowing for international intervention when a state fails in this duty.
Under the UN Charter, the Security Council is vested with the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, including the authority to issue binding resolutions and authorize enforcement actions.
Which of the following principles serves as the foundational basis for the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in contentious cases between states?
The ICJ operates on the principle of consensual jurisdiction, meaning states must explicitly consent to the court's authority to settle a dispute, either through special agreements, treaty clauses, or optional clause declarations.
The federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 was announced at Rs 18.8 trillion. This figure represents the government's primary fiscal planning document for the upcoming year. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007374/finmin-aurangzeb-says-govt-committed-to-reducing-tax-burden-by-widening-tax-net, 12 Jun 2026]
2069
Consider the following statements about the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz:
1. The conflict involving the United States and Israel began in February 2026.
2. A ceasefire has been in effect in the region since April 2026.
3. The PGSA is the only body authorized to manage the strait, with no involvement from the Revolutionary Guards.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct regarding the timeline of the conflict and the ceasefire. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Revolutionary Guards' navy actively shared and supported the announcement of the PGSA, indicating their involvement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001272/iran-officially-announces-new-body-to-manage-strait-of-hormuz-top-security-council, 18 May 2026]
2070
Which of the following statements regarding the Prime Minister's address on May 19, 2026, is INCORRECT?
The Prime Minister explicitly stated that Pakistan's peace offer was never a sign of weakness, but rather a reflection of its strength and mature stance. Therefore, the statement claiming he called it a weakness is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001538/pakistan-a-net-regional-stabiliser-contributing-to-peace-in-the-region-and-beyond-pm-shehbaz, 19 May 2026]
