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Consider the following statements about the security response to the Quetta train bombing on May 24, 2026:
1. Section 144 was already in force in the area prior to the attack.
2. The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) was involved in the collection of evidence at the site.
3. The provincial government established a central control room at the office of the Quetta deputy commissioner.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the official government response. Section 144 was active, the CTD conducted site investigations, and a control room was established at the deputy commissioner's office. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002744/at-least-14-killed-20-injured-in-suicide-bombing-targeting-shuttle-train-in-quetta-balochistan-govt, 24 May 2026]
832
Which of the following statements regarding the regional conflict in June 2026 is INCORRECT?
The ceasefire has been repeatedly tested by military incidents in and around the Gulf region, making the claim that it remained 'entirely free' of incidents false. The other statements accurately reflect the diplomatic and political events of June 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006144/give-peace-a-little-more-chance-pm-shehbaz-calls-for-restraint-after-israel-iran-exchange-attacks, 08 Jun 2026]
833
Consider the following statements about the political situation in AJK as of June 17, 2026:
1. The PML-N leadership expressed concern over the loss of lives during recent clashes.
2. AJK elections are scheduled to take place at the end of the following month.
3. The government of Pakistan has consistently supported the Kashmiri struggle for self-determination.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are accurate: the leadership expressed sorrow over casualties, elections are slated for the end of July 2026, and the official stance of Pakistan remains supportive of the right to self-determination. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
834
Nawaz Sharif returned to Pakistan on June 16, 2026, after spending three weeks in which two countries?
Nawaz Sharif returned to Lahore after a three-week visit to Switzerland and Saudi Arabia. The other options represent common travel destinations for Pakistani officials but are not the locations mentioned in this context. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
835
What is the theme of the World Hepatitis Day observed on July 28, 2026?
The theme for the 2026 observance is 'Hepatitis: Let’s break it down', which focuses on removing barriers to prevention, testing, and treatment. The other options are variations of past or hypothetical themes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018920/ending-hepatitis, 28 Jul 2026]
836
Which of the following issues was specifically cited as a cause for the recent public protests in Azad Jammu and Kashmir?
Public protests in AJK have been linked to several grievances, including inflation, electricity tariffs, and the specific issue of the 12 reserved refugee seats in the legislative assembly. Option D is incorrect because A is a factually cited cause. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
837
Which of the following institutional mechanisms is central to the operational mandate of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?
SAARC was established to foster regional cooperation in South Asia, focusing on economic growth, social progress, and cultural development rather than supranational political or military integration.
The provincial government activated a dedicated monitoring and coordination cell at the Home Department to manage the response to the incident. Other departments listed do not typically handle immediate disaster response coordination. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2002744/at-least-14-killed-20-injured-in-suicide-bombing-targeting-shuttle-train-in-quetta-balochistan-govt, 24 May 2026]
839
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or appeal made by the PML-N leadership regarding the situation in AJK?
The leadership urged for dialogue and the cessation of protests to restore peace and advance the electoral process. There was no call for the immediate dissolution of the AJK Legislative Assembly; rather, the focus was on maintaining the constitutional framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
840
Which of the following criteria is primarily utilized by Transparency International to determine the rankings in the Corruption Perceptions Index?
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.
