The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is the central institution in the global financial architecture tasked with ensuring the stability of the international monetary system and providing financial assistance to member states.
Which of the following constitutional provisions defines the legislative authority of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly under the 1974 Interim Constitution Act?
Section 31 of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Interim Constitution Act, 1974, delineates the legislative powers of the Assembly, establishing the framework for regional governance and law-making authority.
The OIC is an intergovernmental organization with a mandate to foster cooperation, protect the interests of Muslim-majority nations, and promote international peace and harmony, rather than acting as a military alliance or a trade regulatory body.
The Bush Doctrine, formulated in the post-9/11 era, introduced the concept of preemptive strikes as a core component of international security strategy to neutralize threats before they materialize.
The movement expanded to millions of followers after a national medical school entrance test was cancelled due to a question paper leak. This event served as the primary catalyst for the widespread youth mobilization. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018062/indian-government-seeks-time-on-youth-protesters-minister-resignation-demand, 24 Jul 2026]
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According to the government, the violent protests organized by the banned JAC in Azad Kashmir resulted in the death of which group of individuals?
The Information Minister stated that the group's violent activities led to the martyrdom of Kashmiri police personnel. This created a significant law and order challenge in the region. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431876/investigations-expose-banned-jacs-nexus-with-india-information-minister, 26 Jul 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the 2026 Test series between West Indies and Pakistan:
1. The series is being held during a period in the southern Caribbean prone to significant rainfall.
2. Mohammad Ali is a pace bowler who performed well in the warm-up match for Pakistan.
3. The West Indies Test team recently achieved a series victory against Sri Lanka.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the provided information. The July/August period is noted for rainfall, Mohammad Ali took five wickets in the warm-up, and the West Indies recently defeated Sri Lanka. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018018/brian-lara-stadium-hosts-maiden-test-as-west-indies-face-pakistan, 24 Jul 2026]
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Which of the following statements regarding the 2026 West Indies vs Pakistan Test series is INCORRECT?
Pakistan is actually attempting to end a streak of seven consecutive away Test losses, not wins. The other statements accurately reflect the series structure and venue history. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018018/brian-lara-stadium-hosts-maiden-test-as-west-indies-face-pakistan, 24 Jul 2026]
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Which player is the current Test captain of the West Indies cricket team?
Roston Chase is the current Test captain of the West Indies, having recently led the team to a series victory against Sri Lanka. Daren Sammy is the head coach, not the captain. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018018/brian-lara-stadium-hosts-maiden-test-as-west-indies-face-pakistan, 24 Jul 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the security incident in Mastung on 2026-07-24:
1. The attack resulted in the death of a Sessions Judge and his gunman.
2. The provincial government described the attack as an assault on the state itself.
3. The incident occurred during a planned protest march on the National Highway.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the officials were traveling to perform official duties, not participating in a protest march. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431528/sessions-judge-among-two-killed-in-mastung-nha-attack, 24 Jul 2026]
