The protest was held to demand the restoration of statehood and criticize the government's failure to fulfill promises, not to celebrate the 2019 reorganization. The other statements accurately reflect the events of the protest. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017041/hundreds-protest-in-delhi-demanding-restoration-of-autonomy-for-occupied-kashmir, 20 Jul 2026]
1202
Following the 2019 reorganization, the region of Ladakh was designated as which of the following?
Upon the removal of statehood in 2019, the region was divided into two federally controlled territories: Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The other options mischaracterize the administrative status of the region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017041/hundreds-protest-in-delhi-demanding-restoration-of-autonomy-for-occupied-kashmir, 20 Jul 2026]
1203
Which political organization is primarily responsible for leading the protest movement demanding examination reforms in India?
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is the movement that launched the campaign for education reform and the resignation of the Education Minister. While the Indian National Congress and Samajwadi Party leaders supported the protests, they are not the founders of the CJP movement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017219/we-wont-stop-indias-cockroach-movement-vows-to-protest-until-education-minister-resigns, 21 Jul 2026]
1204
Which federal agency joined the New York City Police Department to investigate the incident involving ignited devices?
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) confirmed that its Joint Terrorism Task Force was actively investigating the matter alongside local police. The other agencies listed were not involved in this specific counter-terrorism probe. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1979791/new-york-police-probe-man-for-throwing-ignited-devices-near-anti-muslim-protest-in-front-of-mayor-mamdanis-house, 08 Mar 2026]
1205
Who was appointed as the first chairman of the privatized Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL) board?
Lt Gen (retd) Anwar Ali Haider, the managing director of the Fauji Foundation, was appointed as the chairman of the newly restructured PIACL board following the transfer of management control. Arif Habib is the lead of the consortium, not the chairman of the board. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011655/govt-formally-transfers-management-control-of-pia-to-arif-habib-led-consortium, 29 Jun 2026]
1206
Consider the following statements about the PIACL privatization process:
1. The transaction required 22 contractual consents from various counterparties including aircraft lessors.
2. The Competition Commission of Pakistan was involved in the regulatory approval process.
3. The privatization process was finalized without any amendments to the PIACL Articles of Association.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the contractual and regulatory requirements mentioned in the privatization process. Statement 3 is incorrect because the process explicitly required amendments to the Articles of Association to incorporate the Shareholders' Agreement framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011655/govt-formally-transfers-management-control-of-pia-to-arif-habib-led-consortium, 29 Jun 2026]
1207
All of the following are cited as factors contributing to Pakistan's economic stability in 2026 EXCEPT:
The government emphasizes fiscal discipline, remittances, and IT exports as drivers of stability. Reliance on foreign grants is not cited as a primary pillar of the current economic outlook. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011978/govt-expects-easing-inflationary-pressure-in-new-fiscal-year-following-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz, 30 Jun 2026]
1208
Consider the following statements about the 2026 diplomatic developments:
1. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif scheduled visits to Iran and Turkiye to promote the peace process.
2. The war in the Middle East, which began in February 2026, significantly impacted global energy markets.
3. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian proposed a regional security structure that includes external powers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the PM scheduled these visits for early July 2026. Statement 2 is correct as the conflict disrupted shipping and energy markets. Statement 3 is incorrect because President Pezeshkian specifically called for a structure without the interference of countries from outside the region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011670/pm-shehbaz-to-visit-iran-turkiye-as-part-of-mediation-efforts-to-end-middle-east-war-sources, 29 Jun 2026]
1209
Which of the following foreign jurisdictions provided merger control clearances necessary for the PIACL transaction?
International merger control clearances were specifically obtained from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to ensure PIACL could continue its international operations. These were part of the 40 conditions precedent required for the transaction. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011655/govt-formally-transfers-management-control-of-pia-to-arif-habib-led-consortium, 29 Jun 2026]
1210
What was the real GDP growth rate of Pakistan for the fiscal year ending in 2026?
The Ministry of Finance reported that real GDP growth reached 3.7 percent, marking the highest growth rate in four years. This figure reflects the broad-based recovery across the agriculture, industry, and services sectors. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011978/govt-expects-easing-inflationary-pressure-in-new-fiscal-year-following-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz, 30 Jun 2026]
