The police explicitly stated that they received orders from the government to treat the suspect like any other criminal, specifically denying any special treatment or immunity. The other statements accurately reflect the investigative procedures described. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013143/foreign-women-abduction-case-police-ordered-to-treat-minister-linked-suspect-like-any-other-criminal, 05 Jul 2026]
732
Which regional geopolitical framework primarily emphasizes the 'Shanghai Spirit' to foster cooperation on security, counter-terrorism, and economic development?
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is defined by the 'Shanghai Spirit,' which promotes mutual trust, equality, and cooperation in regional security and counter-terrorism efforts among its member states.
Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan provides the legal framework for the deployment of the Armed Forces to act in aid of civil power for the maintenance of internal security?
Article 245 of the Constitution of Pakistan explicitly empowers the Federal Government to direct the Armed Forces to act in aid of civil power, establishing the constitutional mechanism for internal security operations.
The Deterrence Doctrine is predicated on the credible threat of retaliation, specifically through nuclear capability, to dissuade an adversary from initiating a conflict, thereby maintaining strategic stability.
Consider the following statements about the KP Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026:
1. It grants members immunity from preventive detention only during assembly sessions.
2. It requires authorities to seek the Speaker's permission before arresting a member on a criminal charge.
3. It allows the Speaker to order an inquiry before a police challan is submitted to the court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because the Act provides blanket immunity from preventive detention, not just during sessions. Statements 2 and 3 are correct as they reflect the procedural requirements for arrests and the Speaker's oversight role as defined in Sections 11(1) and 11(2) of the Act. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013628/kp-govt-enacts-law-granting-lawmakers-lifetime-official-passports-expanding-privileges, 07 Jul 2026]
736
According to the new legislation, security personnel provided to an MPA can be retained in which of the following regions?
Section 12(3) of the Act explicitly provides that security personnel assigned to a member may be retained throughout Pakistan, specifically mentioning the inclusion of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. This ensures the continuity of protection for members while traveling outside their home province. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013628/kp-govt-enacts-law-granting-lawmakers-lifetime-official-passports-expanding-privileges, 07 Jul 2026]
737
Under the KP Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026, what is the consequence for a government officer who fails to attend a meeting summoned by an MPA without sufficient cause?
Section 8(3) of the Act explicitly states that any government officer who fails to attend a meeting summoned by a member without sufficient cause shall be deemed to have committed a breach of privilege. This provision is designed to ensure the attendance of officials at constituency-level meetings. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013628/kp-govt-enacts-law-granting-lawmakers-lifetime-official-passports-expanding-privileges, 07 Jul 2026]
738
Which of the following is NOT a provision included in the KP Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026?
While the Act mandates that officers attend meetings and classifies failure to do so as a breach of privilege, it does not prescribe life imprisonment for such an act. The other three options are accurate descriptions of the privileges granted under the new legislation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013628/kp-govt-enacts-law-granting-lawmakers-lifetime-official-passports-expanding-privileges, 07 Jul 2026]
739
Which official granted assent to the KP Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026, on May 6, 2026?
The KP Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026, received formal assent from the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on May 6, 2026. The Chief Minister and Speaker are involved in the legislative process, but the final constitutional assent rests with the Governor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013628/kp-govt-enacts-law-granting-lawmakers-lifetime-official-passports-expanding-privileges, 07 Jul 2026]
740
Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan delineates the executive authority of the Federation, exercised by the Federal Government?
Article 90 of the Constitution of Pakistan vests the executive authority of the Federation in the Federal Government, consisting of the Prime Minister and Federal Ministers, to be exercised in accordance with the Constitution.
