Ghulam Mustafa Mughal is the official who oversaw the electoral process and addressed the media regarding the results and incidents. The other names are political candidates involved in the election. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018908/close-contest-sees-n-take-the-lead-in-mirpur-polls, 28 Jul 2026]
452
The opposition party, led by Imran Khan, scheduled protests for August 5, 2026, to mark the anniversary of what event?
The protests were planned to mark three years since the imprisonment of the PTI leader. This date serves as a focal point for the opposition's mobilization against the current government. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018681/why-coercion-doesnt-work, 27 Jul 2026]
453
Consider the following statements about the global copper market as of July 27, 2026:
1. The U.S. Commerce Department was scheduled to complete a review of the copper market by June 30, 2026.
2. Copper prices on the LME were up 0.32% at 0700 GMT.
3. The Pentagon suspended airstrikes on Iran on the Friday preceding July 27, 2026.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the provided information. The U.S. review deadline, the specific percentage increase of copper on the LME, and the timing of the Pentagon's suspension of airstrikes are all verified details. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432002/copper-prices-rise-as-us-iran-lull-calms-oil-and-economic-growth-fears, 27 Jul 2026]
454
Consider the following statements about the SESSI HIV screening campaign:
1. The campaign is limited exclusively to SESSI hospitals and does not involve government facilities.
2. SESSI is compiling detailed records of HIV-positive children and their family members.
3. The screening campaign was initiated following the detection of HIV cases in specific hospital vicinities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because the report explicitly states that the screening campaign is also being carried out at government hospitals. Statements 2 and 3 are factually accurate based on the official announcement. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431899/sessi-expands-hiv-screening, 27 Jul 2026]
455
Consider the following statements about the events in New Delhi in July 2026:
1. The protest movement was exclusively focused on the resignation of the Education Minister.
2. Municipal workers cleared the protest site at Jantar Mantar shortly after the demonstrators left.
3. The Prime Minister announced the reform task force via a video statement posted to X.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because the movement evolved to include broader concerns such as unemployment and authoritarian governance, not just the minister's resignation. Statements 2 and 3 are factually accurate based on the events of July 26, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018534/modi-announces-panel-to-reform-indias-exam-system-anti-govt-graffiti-at-jantar-mantar-painted-over, 26 Jul 2026]
456
The resignation of the Indian Education Minister in July 2026 was primarily linked to:
The resignation followed weeks of protests specifically triggered by alleged irregularities in the NEET examination system. While other issues like unemployment were part of the broader movement, the specific catalyst for the minister's departure was the exam controversy. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018534/modi-announces-panel-to-reform-indias-exam-system-anti-govt-graffiti-at-jantar-mantar-painted-over, 26 Jul 2026]
457
Which international body did the Iranian Foreign Minister specifically urge to provide a firm response to the attack on its merchant vessel?
Iran formally requested that the United Nations Security Council and the European Union address the incident. The other organizations listed were not cited in the official Iranian protest regarding this specific maritime event. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018502/iran-accuses-ukraine-of-deadly-attack-on-ship-in-caspian-sea, 26 Jul 2026]
458
In which city is the Vegas Loop, a flagship project of The Boring Company, currently operational?
The Vegas Loop is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and has been transporting passengers since 2021. Hawthorne is the site of the company's test tunnel, not the commercial Vegas Loop. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018386/elon-musks-firm-eyes-20-billion-valuation, 26 Jul 2026]
459
The primary site of the anti-government protests in New Delhi during July 2026 was:
Jantar Mantar served as the central location for the protests where demonstrators gathered to demand education reforms and express grievances against the government. The site became notable for its 'wall of shame' featuring protest graffiti. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018534/modi-announces-panel-to-reform-indias-exam-system-anti-govt-graffiti-at-jantar-mantar-painted-over, 26 Jul 2026]
460
The resignation of the Indian Education Minister in July 2026 was primarily triggered by:
The protests and the subsequent resignation of the Education Minister were driven by widespread allegations of irregularities in the NEET examination system. This issue became a catalyst for broader student dissatisfaction with the government. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018534/modi-announces-panel-to-reform-indias-exam-system-anti-govt-graffiti-at-protest-site-painted-over, 26 Jul 2026]
