Mission Aagaman was designed as a test flight to validate the rocket's propulsion, avionics, telemetry, guidance, navigation, and control systems. The other options describe long-term goals or unrelated space missions. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016450/indias-skyroot-launches-vikram-1-in-first-private-orbital-rocket-mission, 18 Jul 2026]
1372
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]
1373
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]
1374
According to the Ministry of Finance, the current account recorded a surplus of how much during the period of July 2025 to May 2026?
The external sector remained stable, with the current account recording a surplus of 255 million dollars during the Jul-May period of the 2026 fiscal year, supported by remittances and IT exports. [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]
1375
The primary surplus achieved by Pakistan during the period of July 2025 to April 2026 was:
Effective expenditure management and revenue mobilization efforts enabled the government to achieve a primary surplus of 3.5 percent of GDP during the Jul-Apr period of the 2026 fiscal year. [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]
1376
Consider the following statements about Pakistan's economic outlook for 2026:
1. The government expects inflationary pressures to ease due to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
2. The size of the national economy reached 452.1 billion dollars by the end of the fiscal year.
3. The consumer price index (CPI) inflation for June 2026 was recorded at 15 percent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the Ministry of Finance report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ministry anticipated June inflation to remain within the range of 11-12 percent, not 15 percent. [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]
1377
Which international agencies provided rating upgrades that reinforced investor confidence in Pakistan during 2026?
The government's commitment to IMF programs was reinforced by specific rating upgrades from Fitch and Moody's, which helped improve the overall investment climate. [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]
1378
Consider the following statements regarding policy developments and national events occurring in August 2026:
1. The Sindh Governor has taken steps toward institutional modernization by inaugurating an AI laboratory at an engineering university.
2. The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a roadmap to restructure and unbundle existing gas utility companies into five distinct entities.
3. The national transport sector has announced a nationwide protest action slated to commence on August 8 due to operational grievances.
All statements are verified: the Governor of Sindh inaugurated an AI laboratory at SSUET; the government formally proposed restructuring gas utilities SNGPL and SSGCL into five entities; and transport associations have confirmed a nationwide strike beginning August 8. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433354/nehal-inaugurates-ai-lab-at-ssuet]
1379
Consider the following statements about the security incident at Gracie Mansion:
1. The protest involved approximately 20 far-right demonstrators and 125 counter-protesters.
2. The New York Police Commissioner stated that the incident was linked to ongoing hostilities in Iran.
3. The suspect, Amir Balat, was observed throwing a device near a line of police officers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the number of participants. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Police Commissioner explicitly stated there was no indication the incident was related to hostilities in Iran. Statement 3 is correct as it describes the actions of the suspect. [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]
1380
Who is the current Mayor of New York whose official residence was the site of the protest on March 8, 2026?
Zohran Mamdani is the Mayor of New York whose residence, Gracie Mansion, was the location of the protest. Eric Adams and Bill de Blasio are former mayors, making them incorrect. [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]
