The protesters demand the resignation of the Education Minister, the release of Sonam Wangchuk, and financial compensation for affected families. Dissolution of Parliament is not a stated demand of this movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017491/exam-paper-leak-protests-and-gandhi-siblings-arrest-indias-cockroach-youth-movement-explained, 22 Jul 2026]
64072
Which of the following activities was explicitly encouraged by the KP Finance Department to reduce fuel consumption?
The notification encourages the pooling of vehicles where feasible to avoid the unnecessary use of multiple vehicles for the same activity. Increasing inspections or expanding the fleet would contradict the goal of fuel conservation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979478/kp-finance-dept-orders-adoption-of-fuel-conservation-measures-due-to-anticipated-disruptions, 07 Mar 2026]
64073
Which of the following statements regarding the fuel pricing policy as of July 2026 is INCORRECT?
The government has moved to a daily pricing mechanism to account for market volatility, making the claim of a six-month fixed price period factually incorrect. The other options accurately describe the current policy and the reaction of stakeholders. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017311/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs493-diesel-by-rs715-per-litre, 21 Jul 2026]
64074
Consider the following statements about the fuel price update of July 2026:
1. The new fuel prices became applicable on July 22, 2026.
2. The price of petrol was increased by a higher margin than the price of high-speed diesel.
3. The government cited renewed regional hostilities in the Persian Gulf as a reason for the price hike.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the notification specified July 22 as the effective date. Statement 3 is correct as the government cited Persian Gulf hostilities. Statement 2 is incorrect because petrol increased by Rs4.93, which is less than the Rs7.15 increase for diesel. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017311/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs493-diesel-by-rs715-per-litre, 21 Jul 2026]
64075
Who currently serves as the Speaker of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly?
Babar Saleem Swati is the Speaker of the KP Assembly who chaired the session where the budget was passed. Sohail Afridi is the Chief Minister, and Ibadullah Khan is the opposition leader. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010593/cm-afridi-vows-peace-in-fy27-as-kp-assembly-passes-rs217tr-budget, 24 Jun 2026]
64076
Following the price adjustment announced on July 21, 2026, what is the new price of petrol per litre?
The price of petrol was set at Rs320.73 per litre following the increase. The other figures represent historical peaks or the current price of diesel. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017311/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs493-diesel-by-rs715-per-litre, 21 Jul 2026]
64077
Which of the following governance metrics is primarily utilized to assess the perceived levels of public sector corruption across different nations?
The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), published by Transparency International, is the most widely used metric for measuring perceived levels of public sector corruption globally.
Consider the following statements about the KP budget session held on June 25, 2026:
1. The opposition leader criticized the government for bulldozing cut motions.
2. The provincial government announced it would provide additional funds to the federal government.
3. The Chief Minister stated that the province would invest in merged districts from its own resources.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the opposition leader complained about the process. Statement 2 is incorrect because the CM explicitly stated the government would not provide additional funds to the Centre. Statement 3 is correct as the CM confirmed self-reliance for the merged districts. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010593/cm-afridi-vows-peace-in-fy27-as-kp-assembly-passes-rs217tr-budget, 24 Jun 2026]
64079
The 'Insaf Buzurg Card' introduced in the KP budget allows citizens over 60 years of age to travel free of cost on which transport system?
The Insaf Buzurg Card provides free travel on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) for senior citizens. The other options are transport systems in different provinces or cities. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010593/cm-afridi-vows-peace-in-fy27-as-kp-assembly-passes-rs217tr-budget, 24 Jun 2026]
64080
Which economic indicator is most directly targeted by contractionary monetary policy during periods of high economic overheating?
Contractionary monetary policy is specifically designed to reduce aggregate demand to curb inflationary pressures, typically measured by the Consumer Price Index.
