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1271
Consider the following statements about the fuel pricing policy in Pakistan:
1. The government transitioned to a daily fuel pricing mechanism due to international market volatility.
2. The Petroleum Division announced that fuel prices would be fixed weekly starting from July 2026.
3. Regional hostilities in the Persian Gulf have been cited as a primary factor for the recent price fluctuations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 3 are correct as the government moved to a daily pricing mechanism due to regional hostilities. Statement 2 is incorrect because the government moved to a daily, not weekly, pricing mechanism. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017065/govt-decreases-petrol-price-by-rs035-increases-diesel-by-rs571-per-litre, 20 Jul 2026]
1272
Who succeeded Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani as the Emir of Qatar in 2013?
Sheikh Hamad voluntarily abdicated in 2013 in favor of his son, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. This transition was notable as it was a rare instance of voluntary abdication in the modern Arab world. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2014840/former-qatari-emir-sheikh-hamad-bin-khalifa-al-thani-dies-at-74-pakistan-to-observe-day-of-mourning-on-monday, 12 Jul 2026]
1273
What significant feature update did Instagram release during the summer of 2013?
In June 2013, Instagram introduced a major update that allowed users to record and share short videos, expanding the platform's functionality beyond static images.
1274
Which file extension should be used when saving a Microsoft Word 2013 document to ensure compatibility with older versions of the software?
The .doc file format was the standard extension used by Microsoft Word versions 97 through 2003. Saving a document in this legacy format allows users with older versions of Word to open and edit the file without requiring compatibility packs or newer software versions.
1275
Which historical empire is noted for adopting the administrative model of the Persian Empire?
The Mauryan Empire, particularly under Chandragupta Maurya, is historically recognized for incorporating administrative techniques and bureaucratic structures influenced by the Achaemenid Persian Empire. This included the use of satrapies (provinces) and a sophisticated intelligence network, which helped maintain control over the vast Indian subcontinent during the 4th and 3rd centuries BCE.
1276
Which global region exhibited the lowest Internet penetration rate in 2013 while simultaneously experiencing the most rapid growth in user adoption?
In 2013, Africa recorded the lowest proportion of Internet users relative to its total population compared to other global regions. Despite this low baseline, the continent experienced the fastest growth rate in Internet adoption. This trend highlights the rapid digital transformation and increasing connectivity occurring across African nations during that period, as infrastructure development and mobile technology access began to expand significantly.
1277
What was the approximate growth of the global human population between the Industrial Revolution (circa 1750) and 2013?
Historical demographic data indicates that the global population was approximately 771 million around the mid-18th century. By 2013, the world population reached approximately 7.1 billion. This exponential growth is largely attributed to advancements in medicine, sanitation, and agricultural technology following the Industrial Revolution, which significantly reduced mortality rates while fertility rates remained relatively high for a sustained period.
1278
What was the approximate growth of the global human population between 1750 and 2013?
Historical demographic data suggests that the global population was approximately 771 million around the onset of the Industrial Revolution in 1750. By 2013, the population had reached approximately 7.1 billion. This exponential growth is attributed to advancements in medicine, sanitation, and agricultural productivity that significantly reduced mortality rates during the modern era.
1279
Which world region exhibited the lowest proportion of Internet users per capita in 2013, while simultaneously experiencing the fastest growth rate?
Statistical data from 2013 indicated that Africa had the lowest overall internet penetration rate globally. However, due to rapid infrastructure development and mobile technology adoption, it also recorded the highest percentage growth rate in internet users during that period.
1280
In what professional capacity did Callisthenes serve during the campaigns of Alexander the Great?
Callisthenes of Olynthus was a Greek historian who accompanied Alexander the Great on his Asian campaign. He was commissioned to document the military exploits and achievements of Alexander. His work served as an official record of the expedition, though his relationship with Alexander eventually deteriorated due to his opposition to the king's adoption of Persian court customs.
