The protests were sparked by the leak of question papers for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), a medical college entrance exam. The other options are common Indian competitive exams but were not the specific cause of these protests. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
442
Which specific type of imported firearm was reported as recovered from the violent elements during the AJK unrest?
The State Minister for Interior confirmed the recovery of M-4 rifles, along with Kalashnikovs and sniper equipment, from the protesters, highlighting the militant nature of the group. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
443
Which political group spearheaded the movement demanding the resignation of the Education Minister?
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was identified as the group that spearheaded the movement. The other parties are established political entities in India but were not the primary organizers of this specific protest movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
444
Which of the following is NOT a directive issued by the Supreme Court regarding the youth protesters?
The court ordered an independent investigation into police conduct but did not order the immediate arrest of officers. The other three options are accurate descriptions of the court's interim directives. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
445
Which political figure responded to the PPP's allegations regarding the Mirpur election results by urging them to accept defeat?
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz responded to the PPP's claims of rigging in Mirpur by urging the party to accept the electoral outcome. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018993/govt-protesters-must-agree-to-formation-of-a-truth-commission-to-resolve-unrest-in-ajk-demands-bilawal, 28 Jul 2026]
446
Who is the Chief Justice of India presiding over the directives regarding the youth protests on July 28, 2026?
Chief Justice Surya Kant issued the interim directives to protect protesters and ensure an independent investigation into police conduct. Dharmendra Pradhan is the former Education Minister, and Tushar Mehta is the Solicitor General. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019008/indias-top-court-orders-no-coercive-action-against-youth-protesters-and-release-of-minors-media-reports-say, 28 Jul 2026]
447
Who emerged as the winner in the LA-1 (Mirpur-I) constituency during the 2026 AJK elections?
Azhar Sadiq of the PML-N won the LA-1 (Mirpur-I) seat with 15,427 votes. The other candidates listed won or contested in different constituencies within the Mirpur division. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018960/ajk-elections-pml-n-grabs-9-out-of-13-seats-across-mirpur-division-unofficial-results-show, 28 Jul 2026]
448
Which of the following statements regarding the recent fuel price adjustments is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened a protest, making statement D incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's notification. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018803/govt-decreases-petrol-price-by-re1-increases-hsd-price-by-rs337, 27 Jul 2026]
449
Which specific constitutional amendments have been the primary focus of the nationwide lawyers' movement in 2026?
The Lawyers Action Committee has organized protests against the 26th and 27th Constitutional Amendments, arguing that these measures compromise judicial independence. Other options are incorrect as they do not correspond to the specific legislation cited in the current political discourse. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018681/why-coercion-doesnt-work, 27 Jul 2026]
450
Consider the following statements about the AJK elections held in July 2026:
1. The Election Commission declared 1,241 polling stations as highly sensitive.
2. A political worker was killed in an incident in Nakyal.
3. The polling process was completed without any extension of voting hours.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the election reports. Statement 3 is incorrect because voting hours were extended by one hour to accommodate voters. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018908/close-contest-sees-n-take-the-lead-in-mirpur-polls, 28 Jul 2026]
