Rudi Garcia is identified as the coach who made a triple substitution during the match against Iran. The other individuals listed are players. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009791/iran-frustrate-star-studded-belgium-to-steal-another-world-cup-point, 21 Jun 2026]
72
Which of the following statements regarding the Iran vs. Belgium match on June 21, 2026, is INCORRECT?
Belgium was reduced to 10 men after Nathan Ngoy was sent off, making the statement that they played with 11 men incorrect. All other options accurately describe the events of the match. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009791/iran-frustrate-star-studded-belgium-to-steal-another-world-cup-point, 21 Jun 2026]
73
To whom did Keir Starmer officially communicate his decision to resign on June 22, 2026?
Starmer confirmed that he informed King Charles III of his decision to resign on the morning of his announcement. While he also addressed the National Executive Committee regarding the contest timetable, the formal notification of his resignation was directed to the monarch. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
74
Who represented Pakistan at the R-4 foreign ministers' meeting held on June 21, 2026?
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar attended the meeting in Cairo on behalf of Pakistan. The other individuals listed are former foreign ministers who were not in office during this 2026 event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009729/pakistan-saudi-arabia-turkiye-egypt-stress-importance-of-swift-conclusion-to-current-phase-of-us-iran-talks, 21 Jun 2026]
75
Consider the following statements about the industrial incident at the Qatar LNG plant:
1. The explosion occurred during the start-up of operations at the facility.
2. The incident caused significant disruption to Qatar's national LNG export capabilities.
3. The facility had been undergoing maintenance prior to the restart of operations.
Statement 1 and 3 are correct as the facility was restarting after maintenance. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Minister of State for Energy explicitly stated that the incident would not affect export capabilities or local requirements. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009790/pakistani-indian-nationals-among-13-dead-after-technical-malfunction-at-qatar-lng-plant, 22 Jun 2026]
76
Who is the frontrunner to succeed Keir Starmer as the leader of the Labour Party and Prime Minister?
Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, is identified as the frontrunner for the leadership following his recent by-election victory. Tony Blair and Gordon Brown are former Labour leaders, not current candidates. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
77
Which official residence is used by the British Prime Minister for countryside retreats and was the site of Starmer's weekend talks in June 2026?
Chequers is the official country house retreat for the British Prime Minister. 10 Downing Street is the primary office and residence in London. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009758/uk-pm-starmer-mulling-political-realities-senior-minister, 21 Jun 2026]
78
Who is the current IT Minister responsible for tabling the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organisation) (Amendment) Bill 2026?
Shaza Fatima Khawaja is the IT Minister who tabled the bill in the National Assembly. The other individuals listed are former ministers or political figures associated with the sector but not the current minister responsible for this specific bill. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009478/it-ministry-clarifies-proposed-telecom-law-amendments-do-not-mandate-acquisition-of-private-land, 20 Jun 2026]
79
According to the announced timeline, when is the new Labour Party leader expected to be in place?
Starmer stated that the leadership contest would be completed to ensure a new leader is in place before parliament returns in September 2026. Option D is incorrect because the timeline is explicitly linked to the parliamentary calendar. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
80
Which of the following is NOT a claim made by Keir Starmer regarding his government's achievements?
Starmer did not claim to have implemented the largest tax increase in history; rather, he highlighted economic growth and wage increases. The other options are specific achievements he cited during his resignation address. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
