The current counter-terrorism campaign is being executed under the vision 'Azm-e-Istehkam', as approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan. Zarb-e-Azb and Radd-ul-Fasaad were previous military operations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002065/security-forces-kill-23-terrorists-in-multiple-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-ibos-ispr, 21 May 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the environmental situation in Europe as of July 2026:
1. Europe is identified as the world's fastest-warming continent.
2. The Western Balkans have experienced a shift in danger from heatwaves to hailstorms.
3. The average high temperature in Western Europe was recorded as being three degrees above the 1961-1990 normal for July 22.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the provided information. Europe is confirmed as the fastest-warming continent, the Western Balkans faced a transition to hailstorms, and the temperature anomaly for July 22 was indeed three degrees above the historical baseline. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017665/spain-france-struggle-with-wildfires-as-heat-grips-europes-south, 23 Jul 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the development of the olive industry in Pakistan:
1. The Pakistan Agricultural Research Council began testing Mediterranean olive varieties in the 1980s.
2. Currently, all seven million olive trees planted in Pakistan are bearing fruit.
3. The industry is primarily focused on rain-fed (barani) landscapes to mitigate climate change impacts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the historical start of research. Statement 2 is incorrect because only one-fifth of the seven million trees are currently bearing fruit. Statement 3 is correct as the industry targets barani areas for their drought-tolerant properties. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018683/harvest-of-hope, 27 Jul 2026]
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Who was the ring leader neutralized by security forces during the operations reported on May 21, 2026?
The ISPR identified the ring leader killed during the operation as Jan Meer, also known as Toor Saqib. He was a high-value target wanted for his involvement in attacks against security personnel and civilians. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002065/security-forces-kill-23-terrorists-in-multiple-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-ibos-ispr, 21 May 2026]
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Which of the following governance metrics is primarily utilized to assess the perceived level of public sector corruption globally?
The Corruption Perceptions Index, published by Transparency International, is a standardized governance metric that ranks countries based on how corrupt their public sector is perceived to be.
The Corruption Perceptions Index serves as a governance metric by aggregating expert assessments and surveys to measure the perceived integrity of public sector institutions, rather than measuring absolute corruption levels.
Consider the following statements about the second Test match between Bangladesh and Pakistan:
1. Pakistan's captain Shan Masood scored a half-century during the fourth day.
2. Nahid Rana dismissed Saud Shakeel with a wide yorker.
3. The match was played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as Shan Masood scored 71 and Nahid Rana dismissed Saud Shakeel. Statement 3 is incorrect because the match was held at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, not the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001532/taijul-puts-bangladesh-on-brink-of-test-series-win-over-pakistan, 19 May 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the first Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies:
1. The West Indies captain won the toss and elected to bat first.
2. Rain significantly affected the play on the first day of the match.
3. Shamar Joseph was the opening batter for the West Indies alongside Tagenarine Chanderpaul.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the West Indies captain won the toss and rain interrupted the first day. Statement 3 is incorrect because Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Brandon King were the opening pair, not Shamar Joseph. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018615/pakistan-seize-control-but-hope-joseph-fight-on-as-west-indies-reach-303-7-at-lunch, 27 Jul 2026]
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Where did the Jamaat-i-Islami Karachi Chief hold the press conference to announce the protest plans?
The press conference was held at Idara Noor-i-Haq, which serves as the party's headquarters in Karachi. Mazar-i-Quaid is the designated starting point for the protest rally. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431801/ji-to-hold-protest-against-fuel-price-hike-on-aug-7, 25 Jul 2026]
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Which player served as the captain for the West Indies in the first Test match against Pakistan?
Roston Chase is identified as the captain of the West Indies team for this Test match. Shai Hope is a key batter in the lineup, while Kemar Roach and Shamar Joseph are other members of the squad. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018615/pakistan-seize-control-but-hope-joseph-fight-on-as-west-indies-reach-303-7-at-lunch, 27 Jul 2026]
