The PTI founder is serving his sentence at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. Other facilities like Kot Lakhpat are frequently used for high-profile prisoners but are not the site of his current incarceration. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000491/barbs-fly-in-senate-over-pti-founders-health-access-to-political-prisoners, 15 May 2026]
2182
Which of the following programs was launched to transform research into world-class technologies and productive jobs?
The 'Spark and Elevate Programme' was specifically announced as a landmark initiative to transform research into globally competitive enterprises and highly productive jobs. The other options are plausible-sounding distractors that do not correspond to the official program name. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017529/pakistans-progress-in-indigenous-autonomous-capabilities-an-integral-part-of-national-defence-pm-shehbaz, 22 Jul 2026]
2183
Consider the following statements about the regional security situation as of July 2026:
1. The Houthis have enforced a maritime blockade in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to disrupt Saudi oil supplies.
2. The UKMTO reported that a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was struck by a projectile.
3. Iran has successfully maintained a continuous ceasefire with the United States since the beginning of the year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the report explicitly mentions the breakdown of a fragile ceasefire almost two weeks prior to the July 22, 2026, publication. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017405/trump-threatens-to-obliterate-any-active-nuclear-site-in-iran, 22 Jul 2026]
2184
Which international doctrine emphasizes the right of vessels to pass through international waters without interference?
Freedom of Navigation is a core principle of international maritime law, specifically codified under UNCLOS, asserting the right of vessels to traverse international waters without state interference, distinct from geopolitical containment or regional autonomy doctrines.
The Futures Market Act, 2016, was introduced to regulate the trading of derivatives and commodity futures, thereby strengthening the oversight of complex financial instruments within the capital market.
The Truman Doctrine, as a foundational pillar of Cold War international security, was primarily designed to achieve which of the following strategic objectives?
The Truman Doctrine (1947) established the policy of containment, which became the cornerstone of Western international security strategy to prevent the spread of Soviet influence during the Cold War.
According to the Finance Minister, which two provinces were specifically asked to contribute more to security and civil armed forces due to internal disorder?
The Finance Minister noted that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan are experiencing internal disorder, necessitating increased contributions from these provinces to support security and civil armed forces. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007374/finmin-aurangzeb-says-govt-committed-to-reducing-tax-burden-by-widening-tax-net, 12 Jun 2026]
2188
How many teams are participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest edition to date, featuring an expanded format of 48 participating teams. Previous tournaments typically featured 32 teams. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007165/mexico-beat-south-africa-2-0-to-kick-off-2026-fifa-world-cup, 11 Jun 2026]
2189
What specific public facility was reported to have been attacked by demonstrators during the unrest in Rawalakot?
Authorities reported that demonstrators attacked the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Rawalakot during the protests. This act of vandalism was cited by the government as a justification for the firm response against the protesters. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006132/pakistan-rejects-unwarranted-remarks-on-ajk-by-individuals-in-uk, 08 Jun 2026]
2190
Which of the following statements regarding the Senate debate on May 15, 2026, is INCORRECT?
The government explicitly stated that parliamentary rules of business do not provide room for a committee to interfere in executive matters related to prison administration. Therefore, is the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000491/barbs-fly-in-senate-over-pti-founders-health-access-to-political-prisoners, 15 May 2026]
