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Consider the following statements about the development of the olive industry in Pakistan:
1. The Pakistan Agricultural Research Council began testing Mediterranean olive varieties in the 1980s.
2. Currently, all seven million olive trees planted in Pakistan are bearing fruit.
3. The industry is primarily focused on rain-fed (barani) landscapes to mitigate climate change impacts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the historical start of research. Statement 2 is incorrect because only one-fifth of the seven million trees are currently bearing fruit. Statement 3 is correct as the industry targets barani areas for their drought-tolerant properties. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018683/harvest-of-hope, 27 Jul 2026]
602
Which player served as the captain for the West Indies in the first Test match against Pakistan?
Roston Chase is identified as the captain of the West Indies team for this Test match. Shai Hope is a key batter in the lineup, while Kemar Roach and Shamar Joseph are other members of the squad. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018615/pakistan-seize-control-but-hope-joseph-fight-on-as-west-indies-reach-303-7-at-lunch, 27 Jul 2026]
603
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]
604
Which of the following statements regarding the July 17, 2026, AJK campaign address is INCORRECT?
The PPP Chairman explicitly stated that neither the government nor the protesters had responded to his proposal for a truth and reconciliation commission. Therefore, the claim that it was accepted is false. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016221/bilawal-kicks-off-ajk-election-campaign-pledges-to-be-voice-of-people-in-centre, 17 Jul 2026]
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What specific mechanism did Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari propose to resolve the ongoing issues between the AJK government and protesters?
The PPP Chairman proposed the formation of a truth and reconciliation commission to address the grievances of both the government and the protesters. This was intended to provide a peaceful alternative to the ongoing disruptions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016221/bilawal-kicks-off-ajk-election-campaign-pledges-to-be-voice-of-people-in-centre, 17 Jul 2026]
606
Which of the following international governance institutions is primarily mandated to oversee the global financial system and ensure exchange rate stability?
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is the central institution of the international monetary system, tasked with monitoring global economic developments and providing financial assistance to member states.
Joseph Kent explicitly stated that Iran posed NO imminent threat to the United States, making option B the incorrect statement. The other options accurately reflect his stated reasons and professional background. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1983065/iran-posed-no-imminent-threat-to-our-nation-senior-us-counter-terrorism-official-resigns-to-protest-mideast-war, 17 Mar 2026]
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The 18th Constitutional Amendment in Pakistan significantly altered the federal structure by:
The 18th Amendment, enacted in 2010, abolished the Concurrent Legislative List, thereby transferring legislative and administrative authority over various subjects, including health and education, to the provincial governments.
The Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) represents a landmark achievement in international arms control by establishing which of the following mandates?
The BWC is the first multilateral disarmament treaty banning an entire category of weapons of mass destruction, focusing on the prohibition of the development, production, and acquisition of biological and toxin weapons.
Which of the following Cold War-era foreign policy frameworks was explicitly formulated to provide military and economic assistance to nations threatened by Soviet expansionism?
The Truman Doctrine established the policy of containment, committing the United States to support nations resisting Soviet-backed geopolitical encroachment, thereby shaping the security architecture of the post-WWII era.
