The award-winning paper is titled 'Attribution of Coins to the Queens of the Utpala Dynasty of Medieval Kashmir.' The Utpala Dynasty is the specific focus of his numismatic research. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018423/peshawar-university-teacher-honoured-with-ashoka-award-in-london, 26 Jul 2026]
64812
Which international organization conferred the Ashoka Prize upon Prof. Gul Rahim Khan in 2026?
The Oriental Numismatic Society (ONS) awarded the prize for the best paper published in their journal (JONS). The Royal Numismatic Society is a separate entity often confused with the ONS. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018423/peshawar-university-teacher-honoured-with-ashoka-award-in-london, 26 Jul 2026]
64813
Prof. Gul Rahim Khan, who received the Ashoka Prize in 2026, is a faculty member at which institution?
Prof. Gul Rahim Khan is a senior professor in the Department of Archaeology at the University of Peshawar. He was recognized for his research on the numismatics of the Utpala Dynasty. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018423/peshawar-university-teacher-honoured-with-ashoka-award-in-london, 26 Jul 2026]
64814
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the research work conducted by Prof. Gul Rahim Khan?
Prof. Khan emphasizes the use of numismatics as 'metallic documents' to provide authentic evidence, rather than relying on oral traditions. His work is grounded in scientific archaeological and numismatic methodology. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018423/peshawar-university-teacher-honoured-with-ashoka-award-in-london, 26 Jul 2026]
64815
Consider the following statements about the appointment of Anas Sarwar:
1. He was appointed to the United Kingdom cabinet.
2. His father, Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, is a former Governor of Punjab.
3. The United Business Group (UBG) criticized the appointment as detrimental to Pakistan's interests.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct. Statement 3 is incorrect because the UBG welcomed the appointment rather than criticizing it. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
64816
The United Business Group (UBG) issued a statement regarding the cabinet induction of Anas Sarwar on which date in 2026?
The report regarding the UBG's statement was published on July 26, 2026. This date aligns with the official record of the event. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
64817
Who is the current President of the United Business Group (UBG) that congratulated Anas Sarwar on his cabinet appointment?
Zubair Tufail is the President of the United Business Group. Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar is the father of Anas Sarwar and a member of the House of Lords, but he does not hold the presidency of the UBG. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
64818
Which of the following statements regarding the UBG's reaction to the appointment of Anas Sarwar is INCORRECT?
The UBG welcomed and congratulated Anas Sarwar on his appointment, making the claim that they opposed it factually incorrect. All other options accurately reflect the positive sentiment expressed by the group. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
64819
In which legislative body does Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar currently hold membership?
Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar is a member of the House of Lords in the United Kingdom. The House of Commons is the lower house, and the other options are Pakistani legislative bodies. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
64820
Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar, the father of the newly appointed UK cabinet member, previously served in which high-ranking provincial office in Pakistan?
Chaudhry Muhammad Sarwar served as the Governor of Punjab. The other options represent different provincial roles that he did not hold. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431853/ubg-welcomes-induction-of-sarwar-into-uk-govt, 25 Jul 2026]
