The government explicitly stated that the protests are NOT peaceful and that the participants are considered perpetrators of militancy. Options A, C, and D are accurate reflections of the government's official position. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
722
According to the State Minister for Interior, how many of the JAAC's demands were accepted by the government prior to the escalation of unrest?
The State Minister for Interior stated that 37 out of 38 demands presented by the JAAC had been accepted by the government, indicating that the subsequent violence was not driven by a lack of negotiation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
723
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]
724
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]
725
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]
726
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]
727
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]
728
Who is the current Commissioner of the Sindh Employees’ Social Security Institution (SESSI) as of July 2026?
Hadi Bakhsh Kalhoro is the Commissioner of SESSI who officially announced the expansion of HIV screening protocols in July 2026. The other names listed are political figures not associated with this specific administrative role. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431899/sessi-expands-hiv-screening, 27 Jul 2026]
729
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective of the SESSI HIV screening initiative?
The initiative focuses on public health, surveillance, and patient care; there is no mention of privatizing SESSI hospitals in the report. The other options are explicitly mentioned as core components of the current strategy. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431899/sessi-expands-hiv-screening, 27 Jul 2026]
730
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]
