Article 153 of the Constitution of Pakistan mandates the establishment of the Council of Common Interests to resolve disputes and coordinate policy regarding matters listed in the Federal Legislative List between the Federation and the Provinces.
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.
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]
104
Which of the following statements regarding the 276th Corps Commanders' Conference is INCORRECT?
The forum did not announce a suspension of the treaty; rather, it affirmed a commitment to ensure Pakistan's water share despite Indian violations. The other three statements are accurate reflections of the conference's outcomes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013406/army-top-brass-affirms-commitment-to-take-all-measures-necessary-to-ensure-availability-of-pakistans-water-share, 06 Jul 2026]
105
Which term does the Pakistani government use to refer to groups it accuses of being sponsored by India to execute terrorist attacks on Pakistani soil?
The military media wing clarified that 'Fitna al Hindustan' refers to Indian-sponsored terrorist proxies, whereas 'Fitna al Khawarij' refers to the TTP and its affiliates. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013406/army-top-brass-affirms-commitment-to-take-all-measures-necessary-to-ensure-availability-of-pakistans-water-share, 06 Jul 2026]
106
What is the name of the military operation currently being conducted against terrorism emanating from Afghan-controlled territory?
The military leadership confirmed that intelligence-based operations under the ambit of Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq are ongoing to counter terrorism. The other operations listed are historical military campaigns. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013406/army-top-brass-affirms-commitment-to-take-all-measures-necessary-to-ensure-availability-of-pakistans-water-share, 06 Jul 2026]
107
Consider the following statements about the audit report findings:
1. The Human Organ Transplant Authority was found to be holding public funds in a current bank account after the close of the financial year.
2. The Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council's refusal to be audited was deemed a violation of a 2013 Supreme Court judgment.
3. The audit report recommended that the Ministry of National Health Services take disciplinary action against officers obstructing the audit process.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the audit report's findings regarding the HOTA's bank accounts, the PNMC's defiance of the 2013 Supreme Court order, and the AGP's recommendation for disciplinary action. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010834/audit-report-identifies-rs341bn-worth-of-irregularities-in-health-sector, 25 Jun 2026]
108
Consider the following statements about the 276th Corps Commanders' Conference held on July 6, 2026:
1. The forum expressed concern over the use of Afghan territory by Indian-sponsored terrorist groups.
2. The military leadership emphasized that regional stability depends on the Kashmiri people's right to self-determination.
3. The conference was presided over by the Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the official ISPR statement regarding the conference. The forum addressed Afghan-based threats, the Kashmir cause, and was led by the specified military leadership. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013406/army-top-brass-affirms-commitment-to-take-all-measures-necessary-to-ensure-availability-of-pakistans-water-share, 06 Jul 2026]
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Who is heading the special committee constituted to examine the proposed Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organisation) (Amendment) Bill 2026?
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar is heading the special committee tasked with reviewing the bill following public concerns and controversy over its clauses. Shaza Fatima Khawaja is the IT Minister who addressed the press conference alongside him. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2013161/it-minister-stresses-proposed-telecom-bill-needed-as-existing-laws-insufficient-for-5g-other-modern-tech, 05 Jul 2026]
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Which police official held the press conference on July 5, 2026, to detail the recovery of the foreign women?
DIG Operations Faisal Kamran addressed the media on July 5, 2026, to clarify the police's role in the rescue and the status of the investigation. The other names are prominent police officials but were not the primary spokespersons for this specific event. [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]
