The Corruption Perceptions Index serves as a governance metric by aggregating expert assessments and surveys to measure the perceived integrity of public sector institutions, rather than measuring absolute corruption levels.
Consider the following statements about the second Test match between Bangladesh and Pakistan:
1. Pakistan's captain Shan Masood scored a half-century during the fourth day.
2. Nahid Rana dismissed Saud Shakeel with a wide yorker.
3. The match was played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as Shan Masood scored 71 and Nahid Rana dismissed Saud Shakeel. Statement 3 is incorrect because the match was held at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, not the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2001532/taijul-puts-bangladesh-on-brink-of-test-series-win-over-pakistan, 19 May 2026]
1403
Consider the following statements about the first Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies:
1. The West Indies captain won the toss and elected to bat first.
2. Rain significantly affected the play on the first day of the match.
3. Shamar Joseph was the opening batter for the West Indies alongside Tagenarine Chanderpaul.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the West Indies captain won the toss and rain interrupted the first day. Statement 3 is incorrect because Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Brandon King were the opening pair, not Shamar Joseph. [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]
1404
Where did the Jamaat-i-Islami Karachi Chief hold the press conference to announce the protest plans?
The press conference was held at Idara Noor-i-Haq, which serves as the party's headquarters in Karachi. Mazar-i-Quaid is the designated starting point for the protest rally. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40431801/ji-to-hold-protest-against-fuel-price-hike-on-aug-7, 25 Jul 2026]
1405
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]
1406
At which venue is the first Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies being played?
The match is being hosted at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, which is noted as the 13th Test venue in the Caribbean. Sabina Park and Kensington Oval are other prominent Caribbean cricket grounds but are not the site of this specific match. [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]
1407
Which of the following statements regarding the second day of the first Test is INCORRECT?
Mohammad Rizwan is the wicket-keeper and did not score a century in the morning session; he was involved in taking a catch behind the stumps. The other three statements accurately reflect the events of the second day's morning session. [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]
1408
On what date did the Foreign Office of Pakistan issue a statement rejecting the latest Indian propaganda regarding the Pahalgam incident?
The statement was published on April 23, 2026, addressing the one-year anniversary of the incident. The other dates represent either the original attack anniversary or dates associated with the 2025 conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994381/pakistan-rejects-indian-propaganda-on-pahalgam-attack-deplores-weaponisation-of-false-narrative, 23 Apr 2026]
1409
What was the record voter turnout recorded during the 2026 Hungarian parliamentary elections?
The election saw a record turnout of 77.8 percent at 6:30 pm local time. This high participation reflects the intense public interest in the contest between Orban and Magyar. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1991135/viktor-orban-concedes-painful-defeat-to-conservative-peter-magyar-in-hungary-polls, 12 Apr 2026]
1410
Consider the following statements about the PMD monsoon forecast for July 2026:
1. Moist currents from the Bay of Bengal are expected to reach the upper parts of the country from July 2.
2. The PMD warned of potential landslides in vulnerable areas of upper KP, GB, and Kashmir.
3. Rainfall in Sindh is predicted to occur throughout the entire first week of July.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the advisory. Statement 3 is incorrect because the forecast for Sindh specifically mentions rain on July 3 and July 4, not the entire first week. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011619/pmd-forecasts-nationwide-monsoon-rainfall-from-first-week-of-july, 29 Jun 2026]
