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The Marrakesh Agreement, which formalized the transition from the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), established which of the following international bodies?
The Marrakesh Agreement (1994) established the World Trade Organization (WTO) as the successor to the GATT, providing a permanent institutional framework for multilateral trade governance.
Article 129 of the Constitution of Pakistan explicitly mandates that the executive authority of the province shall vest in the Governor and be exercised by him, either directly or through officers subordinate to him, in accordance with the Constitution.
Which of the following multilateral development banks was established primarily to address infrastructure financing gaps in the Asia-Pacific region, operating outside the traditional Bretton Woods framework?
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was established in 2016 as a multilateral development bank focused on infrastructure, distinct from the older Asian Development Bank (ADB) which was established in 1966 under different geopolitical conditions.
Starmer confirmed that he informed King Charles III of his decision to resign on the morning of his announcement. While he also addressed the National Executive Committee regarding the contest timetable, the formal notification of his resignation was directed to the monarch. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
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According to the announced timeline, when is the new Labour Party leader expected to be in place?
Starmer stated that the leadership contest would be completed to ensure a new leader is in place before parliament returns in September 2026. Option D is incorrect because the timeline is explicitly linked to the parliamentary calendar. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2009971/uk-pm-starmer-announces-resignation-amid-mounting-pressure-says-will-give-successor-full-unequivocal-support, 22 Jun 2026]
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The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) in AJK has been primarily protesting against which of the following?
The JAAC has demanded the abolition of the 12 seats reserved for refugees, citing long-standing disputes over voter lists and delimitation. This demand is the central point of contention in the current political crisis. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2007805/tarar-calls-for-end-to-differences-over-ajkla-refugee-seats-via-democratic-means, 14 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the economic indicators of Pakistan in FY2026:
1. The GDP growth rate of 3.7pc is the highest recorded in the past four years.
2. The electricity, gas, and water supply industry experienced contraction during the fiscal year.
3. Large-scale manufacturing (LSM) recorded a decline of 6.1pc during the period.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as 3.7 percent is the highest growth in four years. Statement 2 is correct because the electricity, gas, and water supply industry contracted due to subsidy declines. Statement 3 is incorrect because LSM actually saw a rebound of 6.1 percent, not a decline. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006877/economy-grows-37pc-in-fy26-fastest-in-four-years-but-short-of-target, 11 Jun 2026]
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Which constitutional article in Pakistan mandates the establishment of a Public Service Commission for the Federation and the Provinces?
Article 242 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan provides the constitutional framework for the establishment and functions of the Public Service Commissions, ensuring the institutional mechanism for merit-based recruitment.
Marco Rubio is the current US Secretary of State who appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 2, 2026, to discuss the State Department's budget and the ongoing conflict with Iran. Antony Blinken and Mike Pompeo are former Secretaries of State. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2004681/iran-willing-to-negotiate-aspects-of-nuclear-programme-rubio-says-amid-escalating-scrutiny-over-war, 02 Jun 2026]
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The opposition alliance that condemned the Gilgit-Baltistan election process as an 'action replay' of the 2024 general elections is known as:
The Tehreek Tahaffuz Ayeen-e-Pakistan (TTAP), chaired by Mehmood Khan Achakzai, issued the statement rejecting the results. The JAAC is a separate organization mentioned in the context of protests in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2006146/action-replay-of-2024-elections-pti-ttap-reject-gb-election-results-level-rigging-allegations, 08 Jun 2026]
