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]
862
The Forum of Information Group Secretaries (FIGS) recently commended the government for resolving which specific administrative issue?
The FIGS expressed appreciation for the creation of new posts, which directly addresses the long-standing issue of career progression and promotion stagnation within the Information Group. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
863
Which federal ministry is responsible for the administrative oversight of the Information Group officers?
The Information Group functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. This ministry is tasked with the strategic communication of government policies and the management of the state's information apparatus. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
864
Consider the following statements about the recent administrative reforms for the Information Group:
1. The reforms involve the creation of new posts to facilitate career progression.
2. The initiative aims to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
3. The reforms were implemented to address challenges posed by the evolving global media landscape.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are accurate. The creation of new posts is intended to resolve promotion bottlenecks, enhance institutional capacity, and better equip the cadre to handle modern communication challenges like digital media and information warfare. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
865
Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of the Information Group as described by the Forum?
The Information Group is a communication cadre focused on public diplomacy and narrative building. Drafting fiscal and budgetary policy is the responsibility of the Finance Division, not the Information Group. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
866
Who is the current Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting as of July 2026?
Attaullah Tarar serves as the Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting and was specifically lauded by the Forum of Information Group Secretaries for his role in resolving career progression issues. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
867
Who serves as the Chairman of the Forum of Information Group Secretaries (FIGS)?
Syed Anwar Mahmood is the Chairman of the Forum of Information Group Secretaries and provided the official statement regarding the significance of the new post creation. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431714/figs-lauds-pm-tarar-for-resolving-career-progression-issues, 24 Jul 2026]
868
Which constitutional amendment to the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Interim Constitution Act, 1974, was primarily responsible for the devolution of powers from the AJK Council to the AJK Legislative Assembly?
The 13th Amendment to the AJK Interim Constitution is a landmark constitutional mechanism that significantly enhanced provincial autonomy by transferring legislative and executive powers from the AJK Council to the elected Legislative Assembly.
The composition of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly includes directly elected members and reserved seats. How many seats are allocated for direct election?
The AJK Legislative Assembly is structured to ensure political representation through 45 directly elected members, supplemented by reserved seats for women, technocrats, and Ulema to ensure inclusive governance.
The AJK Interim Constitution establishes a parliamentary system where the Prime Minister, as the leader of the majority in the Legislative Assembly, serves as the chief executive and head of government.
