Starmer confirmed that he informed King Charles III of his decision to resign on the morning of his announcement. While he also addressed the National Executive Committee regarding the contest timetable, the formal notification of his resignation was directed to the monarch. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
372
According to the announced timeline, when is the new Labour Party leader expected to be in place?
Starmer stated that the leadership contest would be completed to ensure a new leader is in place before parliament returns in September 2026. Option D is incorrect because the timeline is explicitly linked to the parliamentary calendar. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
373
The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) in AJK has been primarily protesting against which of the following?
The JAAC has demanded the abolition of the 12 seats reserved for refugees, citing long-standing disputes over voter lists and delimitation. This demand is the central point of contention in the current political crisis. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007805/tarar-calls-for-end-to-differences-over-ajkla-refugee-seats-via-democratic-means, 14 Jun 2026]
374
Which constitutional article in Pakistan mandates the establishment of a Public Service Commission for the Federation and the Provinces?
Article 242 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan provides the constitutional framework for the establishment and functions of the Public Service Commissions, ensuring the institutional mechanism for merit-based recruitment.
The statement that operations were limited to Quetta is incorrect because the ISPR report specified that the IBOs were conducted across multiple districts including Mastung, Nushki, Khuzdar, and Kech. The other statements accurately reflect the details provided in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004690/security-forces-kill-17-terrorists-in-various-districts-of-balochistan-following-quetta-train-bombing-ispr, 02 Jun 2026]
376
The state has designated certain Balochistan-based terrorist groups as which of the following to highlight alleged foreign involvement?
The government and military have designated these groups as 'Fitna al Hindustan' to emphasize the alleged role of India in destabilizing the region. The other options are names of specific militant organizations rather than a state-designated label for foreign-sponsored networks. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004690/security-forces-kill-17-terrorists-in-various-districts-of-balochistan-following-quetta-train-bombing-ispr, 02 Jun 2026]
377
Consider the following statements about the security situation in Balochistan as of June 2, 2026:
1. The IBOs were launched following a suicide attack on a shuttle train in Quetta.
2. The military's media wing reported the recovery of weapons and explosives from the neutralized terrorists.
3. The counter-terrorism campaign 'Azm-e-Istehkam' was approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the ISPR report. The operations were a direct response to the Quetta train bombing, weapons were recovered, and the campaign is indeed part of the National Action Plan framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004690/security-forces-kill-17-terrorists-in-various-districts-of-balochistan-following-quetta-train-bombing-ispr, 02 Jun 2026]
378
Who is the current US Secretary of State who testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 2, 2026?
Marco Rubio is the current US Secretary of State who appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 2, 2026, to discuss the State Department's budget and the ongoing conflict with Iran. Antony Blinken and Mike Pompeo are former Secretaries of State. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004681/iran-willing-to-negotiate-aspects-of-nuclear-programme-rubio-says-amid-escalating-scrutiny-over-war, 02 Jun 2026]
379
The opposition alliance that condemned the Gilgit-Baltistan election process as an 'action replay' of the 2024 general elections is known as:
The Tehreek Tahaffuz Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP), chaired by Mehmood Khan Achakzai, issued the statement rejecting the results. The JAAC is a separate organization mentioned in the context of protests in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006146/action-replay-of-2024-elections-pti-ttap-reject-gb-election-results-level-rigging-allegations, 08 Jun 2026]
380
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.
