The diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan are specifically focused on mediating a settlement between the United States and Iran. The talks follow a ceasefire agreement between these two primary parties. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989847/us-iranian-delegations-expected-in-pakistan-on-friday-white-house-says-first-round-of-talks-to-be-held-on-saturday, 08 Apr 2026]
2322
Consider the following statements about the 2026 energy conservation policy:
1. The policy mandates that marriage halls and marquees must close by 10:00 PM.
2. The federal government has introduced a digital wallet subsidy initiative to assist with fuel costs.
3. The policy was implemented without any consultation with provincial chief ministers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they align with the government's announced measures. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Prime Minister explicitly expressed gratitude to the chief ministers of the provinces for reaching a consensus on the matter. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989178/markets-malls-to-close-at-8pm-across-country-except-sindh-to-conserve-energy, 06 Apr 2026]
2323
Who is the current Chairman of the opposition alliance Tehreek Tahafuz Ayeen-i-Pakistan (TTAP)?
Mahmood Khan Achakzai serves as the Chairman of the TTAP alliance and hosted the recent meeting of opposition leaders at his residence. Barrister Gohar Ali Khan is the Chairman of the PTI, not the TTAP alliance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989902/barrister-salman-safdar-meets-imran-at-adiala-jail-says-pti-founders-eye-complication-continues, 08 Apr 2026]
2324
Which legal case was specifically mentioned as a primary topic of discussion during the meeting between the lawyer and the PTI founder?
Barrister Salman Safdar confirmed that he briefed the PTI founder on legal matters, with specific emphasis on the Al Qadir Trust case. While the other cases are significant legal matters involving the former premier, they were not the focus of this specific meeting. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989902/barrister-salman-safdar-meets-imran-at-adiala-jail-says-pti-founders-eye-complication-continues, 08 Apr 2026]
2325
In which facility has the PTI founder been receiving treatment for his eye condition?
The PTI founder was transported to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for multiple procedures, including the administration of anti-VEGF intravitreal injections. The other hospitals listed are prominent medical institutions but were not the site of these specific procedures. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989902/barrister-salman-safdar-meets-imran-at-adiala-jail-says-pti-founders-eye-complication-continues, 08 Apr 2026]
2326
The government cited the commencement of which seasonal activity as a primary reason for reducing fuel costs to support farmers?
The Prime Minister emphasized that reducing fuel costs was essential because wheat harvesting had begun, and high fuel prices would increase the cost of food items and burden farmers. Other agricultural activities were not cited as the immediate justification for this specific price adjustment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990554/govt-reduces-petrol-price-by-rs12-per-litre-hsd-by-rs135, 10 Apr 2026]
2327
Consider the following statements about the train accident:
1. The interlocking system directed the passenger train onto a loop line where a goods train was stationary.
2. The driver of the Shalimar Express claimed the signal was red at the time of the incident.
3. The Pakistan Railways CEO stated that the accident was definitively caused by a mechanical failure of the tracks.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct based on the reports from the driver and railway sources. Statement 3 is incorrect because the CEO stated that while he suspected driver negligence, the cause could only be confirmed after the inquiry, rather than declaring it a definitive mechanical failure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982353/1-dead-as-lahore-bound-shalimar-express-derails-after-colliding-with-goods-train-in-naushahro-feroze, 15 Mar 2026]
2328
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic situation in Lebanon as of April 9, 2026:
1. The Lebanese government has demanded a ceasefire as a precondition for negotiations.
2. Hezbollah has expressed willingness to engage in direct negotiations with Israel.
3. The United Nations has described the Israeli assault on Lebanon as 'carnage'.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the Lebanese government requested a ceasefire first. Statement 2 is incorrect because Hezbollah lawmaker Ali Fayyad explicitly rejected direct negotiations with Israel. Statement 3 is correct as the UN used the term 'carnage' to describe the assault. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1990283/israel-seeks-peace-talks-with-lebanon-as-soon-as-possible-as-world-condemns-tel-avivs-bombardment-amid-us-iran-truce, 09 Apr 2026]
2329
Consider the following statements about the visit of the Pakistani delegation to China on 2026-07-16:
1. Ishaq Dar held a bilateral meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
2. Pakistan joined WAICO as a founding member.
3. The visit included participation in the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct. Ishaq Dar met with Wang Yi, Pakistan became a founding member of WAICO, and the delegation participated in the WAIC 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015858/pakistan-becomes-founding-member-of-world-artificial-intelligence-cooperation-organisation, 16 Jul 2026]
2330
Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 Islamabad peace talks is INCORRECT?
The peace talks were initiated through the diplomatic efforts and invitation of the Pakistani Prime Minister, not the United Nations Security Council. The other three statements are factually accurate based on the event details. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1989847/us-iranian-delegations-expected-in-pakistan-on-friday-white-house-says-first-round-of-talks-to-be-held-on-saturday, 08 Apr 2026]
