The official memo specifies that the deployed Punjab police personnel must be equipped with anti-riot gear to maintain peace during the electoral process. Other options represent equipment not mentioned in the context of this specific deployment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004156/punjab-approves-deployment-of-6000-police-personnel-in-gb-for-election, 31 May 2026]
622
Which body is responsible for the final approval of the macroeconomic framework for FY2026-27?
The National Economic Council (NEC) is the country's highest economic policy-making body and is responsible for the final approval of the framework. The APCC is the committee that prepares and clears the framework before it reaches the NEC. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004391/4pc-growth-target-set-for-fy2026-27-as-macroeconomic-framework-sent-to-economic-council-for-approval, 01 Jun 2026]
623
Which of the following is NOT a key area of cooperation mentioned in the 2026 EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue?
The dialogue focused on trade, investment, climate change, security, migration, sustainable development, and connectivity. Space exploration was not identified as a primary pillar of the strategic engagement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004340/pm-reaffirms-eu-ties-thanks-kallas-for-support-for-gulf-peace-efforts, 01 Jun 2026]
624
Consider the following statements about the governance of DISCOs in Pakistan:
1. The Power Minister denied that corruption is a universal experience for all common consumers.
2. The government maintains that it addresses public complaints raised even by cabinet members.
3. The LESCO incident involved the repair of a grid station located in a major urban industrial zone.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the Minister denied that everyone faces such corruption. Statement 2 is correct as the Minister emphasized addressing questions raised by cabinet members. Statement 3 is incorrect because the incident involved a transformer in a village, not a grid station in an industrial zone. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004146/strict-action-taken-says-power-minister-after-khawaja-asifs-claim-of-lesco-employees-corruption, 31 May 2026]
625
What is the primary reason cited for the prolonged closure of the Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project?
The Power Minister identified design flaws as the root cause for the project being out of the system for over a year. This technical failure has forced the reliance on more expensive electricity generation methods. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004161/no-sufficient-outcome-yet-of-talks-to-secure-discounts-from-chinese-power-producers-leghari, 31 May 2026]
626
According to the Power Minister, what is the total amount of savings secured through revised agreements with non-CPEC independent power producers and public sector plants?
The government successfully renegotiated contracts with 29 power plants, resulting in savings of Rs3.5 trillion. This figure is distinct from the ongoing, less successful negotiations with CPEC-related energy producers. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004161/no-sufficient-outcome-yet-of-talks-to-secure-discounts-from-chinese-power-producers-leghari, 31 May 2026]
627
Which of the following statements regarding the government's power sector strategy is INCORRECT?
The minister explicitly stated that attempts to remove electricity duty did not bear fruit due to resistance from provincial governments. The other statements accurately reflect the government's stated policy goals and reported achievements. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004161/no-sufficient-outcome-yet-of-talks-to-secure-discounts-from-chinese-power-producers-leghari, 31 May 2026]
628
Which of the following is NOT a sector-specific growth target mentioned for FY2026-27?
The target for the information and communication sector is 7.7%, not 9.5%. The other options correctly reflect the targets for agriculture, manufacturing, and services. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004391/4pc-growth-target-set-for-fy2026-27-as-macroeconomic-framework-sent-to-economic-council-for-approval, 01 Jun 2026]
629
Which official issued the notification for the deployment of the initial 5,000 Punjab police personnel to Gilgit-Baltistan?
The memo regarding the deployment of the first 5,000 personnel was issued by the Punjab Assistant Inspector General (Operations). This official is responsible for the operational logistics of the police force. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004156/punjab-approves-deployment-of-6000-police-personnel-in-gb-for-election, 31 May 2026]
630
The government aims to generate how many new jobs in the fiscal year 2026-27?
The macroeconomic framework targets the creation of two million new jobs in FY2026-27. This is expected to be achieved through increased public and private investment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004391/4pc-growth-target-set-for-fy2026-27-as-macroeconomic-framework-sent-to-economic-council-for-approval, 01 Jun 2026]
