The government has set a GDP growth target of 4 percent for the fiscal year 2026-27 as part of its economic stabilization and growth strategy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007374/finmin-aurangzeb-says-govt-committed-to-reducing-tax-burden-by-widening-tax-net, 12 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about Pakistan's defence and technology initiatives:
1. The Indus RAS Expo 2026 was held to showcase advancements in indigenous autonomous capabilities.
2. The Prime Minister recalled the Indus AI Week held in February 2026 as part of the journey in artificial intelligence.
3. The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff is Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the provided text. The expo focused on autonomous systems, the AI week was held in February, and the title of the Chief of Defence Forces is correctly identified as Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017529/pakistans-progress-in-indigenous-autonomous-capabilities-an-integral-part-of-national-defence-pm-shehbaz, 22 Jul 2026]
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The Truman Doctrine was primarily designed to facilitate which strategic objective in the context of Cold War international security?
The Truman Doctrine served as the foundational policy for the United States' strategy of containment, aimed at preventing the geopolitical and ideological expansion of the Soviet Union during the early Cold War period.
Article 63-A of the Constitution of Pakistan provides the specific constitutional mechanism for the disqualification of members of Parliament who defect from their parliamentary party, a critical aspect of legislative governance.
The 'Gender Inequality Index' (GII) introduced by the UNDP in the 2010 Human Development Report measures inequality across which of the following domains?
The GII is a composite metric of gender inequality that captures the loss of achievement within a country due to gender inequality in three dimensions: reproductive health, empowerment, and the labor market.
Which of the following international governance institutions is primarily responsible for the oversight of global financial stability and the prevention of balance-of-payments crises?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is the central institution in the international monetary system, tasked with monitoring global economic developments and providing financial assistance to member countries experiencing balance-of-payments difficulties.
On June 11, 2026, the Foreign Office spokesperson identified which specific article of the UN Charter as relevant to the potential threat of water blockage?
The Foreign Office spokesperson cited Article 51 of the UN Charter, which pertains to the inherent right of individual or collective self-defense if an armed attack occurs. This was invoked to underscore the gravity of potential Indian actions regarding transboundary water flows. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006857/any-attempt-to-block-water-will-have-far-reaching-consequences-warns-fo-after-indian-ministers-remarks, 11 Jun 2026]
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Which technology is the government planning to implement within the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to reduce human intervention?
The Finance Minister stated that the government is working on replacing traditional workflows with AI-led mechanisms to ensure zero human intervention in tax processes. This is intended to curb corruption and improve efficiency. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007374/finmin-aurangzeb-says-govt-committed-to-reducing-tax-burden-by-widening-tax-net, 12 Jun 2026]
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Which of the following is NOT a feature or historical context associated with the Hangor-class submarine program?
The Hangor-class submarine program is a result of strategic defence cooperation with China, not the United States. The other options correctly describe the submarine's features or its historical naming significance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007071/first-hangor-class-submarine-arrives-at-karachi-port, 11 Jun 2026]
2140
The PTI founder was initially imprisoned in August 2023 for concealing details regarding which of the following?
The initial imprisonment in August 2023 was related to the concealment of details concerning Toshakhana gifts. While the Al-Qadir Trust case is also mentioned, the specific charge for the August 2023 arrest was the Toshakhana case. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000491/barbs-fly-in-senate-over-pti-founders-health-access-to-political-prisoners, 15 May 2026]
