The Financial Times noted that there are no independent transparency requirements in place for the board's JPMorgan account. The other statements accurately reflect the board's leadership, funding status, and the territorial control situation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003486/trump-board-of-peaces-official-gaza-fund-is-empty, 27 May 2026]
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Consider the following statements regarding the diplomatic developments mentioned on May 25, 2026:
1. The US is seeking to link the Iran peace deal to the expansion of the Abraham Accords.
2. Many nations targeted by the US demand have historically prioritized a two-state solution before normalizing relations with Israel.
3. Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that refusing to join the Abraham Accords would have no impact on future relationships with the US.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually accurate based on the diplomatic context provided. Statement 3 is incorrect because Senator Graham explicitly warned that refusal to join would lead to 'severe repercussions' and make the peace proposal 'unacceptable'. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003043/trump-demands-widespread-sign-up-to-abraham-accords-as-part-of-iran-peace-deal, 25 May 2026]
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Which international institution is responsible for administering the official Gaza reconstruction fund under the Board of Peace?
The official Gaza reconstruction fund is administered by the World Bank and endorsed by the United Nations. Other financial institutions like the IMF are not involved in the administration of this specific board's fund. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003486/trump-board-of-peaces-official-gaza-fund-is-empty, 27 May 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the Board of Peace:
1. The board was conceived to rebuild Gaza following a two-year war.
2. The fund is currently empty because the reconstruction phase has not yet been reached.
3. The board's charter allows for the US President to remain in charge past their presidency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the board's design and the current status of the reconstruction efforts. The board is specifically structured to allow Trump to maintain leadership beyond his term, and the lack of funding is attributed to the delay in reaching the development phase. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003486/trump-board-of-peaces-official-gaza-fund-is-empty, 27 May 2026]
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The Abraham Accords, which govern the normalization of diplomatic relations between Israel and various nations, were originally brokered under the administration of which US President?
The Abraham Accords were brokered in 2020 during the presidency of Donald Trump. While the current administration continues to discuss them, they originated under the Trump administration. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003632/pakistan-firmly-committed-to-stance-on-palestine-israel-dar-answers-question-on-abraham-accords, 29 May 2026]
316
Consider the following statements about the recent escalation in the Persian Gulf:
1. The new Iranian leadership has declared the Resistance Front an inseparable part of the Islamic Revolution's values.
2. The United States President claimed that the war had already been won prior to the latest tanker attacks.
3. The Revolutionary Guards denied any involvement in the attack on the Thai bulk carrier.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the leader praised the Resistance Front. Statement 2 is correct as it reflects the US President's stance. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Revolutionary Guards explicitly claimed responsibility for the attack on the Thai bulk carrier. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981360/in-first-remarks-irans-new-supreme-leader-vows-to-avenge-martyrs-keep-strait-of-hormuz-closed, 12 Mar 2026]
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Which constitutional mechanism allows the legislative branch to compel testimony or the production of documents during oversight proceedings?
The power to issue subpoenas is a critical legislative mechanism that enables Congress to perform its oversight function by compelling the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence.
Consider the following statements about the legislative developments on March 13, 2026:
1. The ordinance previously empowering the government to transform the FC had lapsed.
2. The opposition lawmakers tore apart copies of the agenda during the protest.
3. The government plans to reintroduce the bill in the upcoming sessions after Eid.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the events of the session. The ordinance had lapsed, the opposition engaged in protest by tearing the agenda, and the government expressed intent to pursue the bill after the Eid holidays. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1981390/pointing-out-lack-of-quorum-in-na-opposition-blocks-passage-of-bill-seeking-to-upgrade-fc-to-federal-force, 13 Mar 2026]
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Which political figure resigned from the position of Prime Minister in June 2026, leading to the leadership contest?
Keir Starmer resigned as Prime Minister in June 2026 following months of political turmoil. Andy Burnham was subsequently elected to replace him as the leader of the Labour Party. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016211/andy-burnham-elected-new-labour-leader-now-set-to-be-uk-pm, 17 Jul 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments mentioned on May 30, 2026:
1. Pakistan served as the official interlocutor between Washington and Tehran.
2. The US Secretary of Defense expressed concerns that Pakistan's missile capabilities are currently a direct threat to the US.
3. The US President has referred to the Pakistani Army Chief as his 'favourite field marshal'.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as Pakistan acted as the interlocutor. Statement 3 is correct as the US President used that specific phrasing. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Secretary of Defense explicitly stated that the US is not calling either country a threat to them at this time. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003936/us-pakistan-developing-true-friendship-hegseth-hails-islamabads-role-in-us-iran-negotiations, 30 May 2026]
