The meeting chaired by the Prime Minister clarified that the four-day work week policy does not apply to law enforcement agencies and the FBR, as they must maintain normal operational duties. Other ministries are expected to adhere to the austerity-driven work schedule. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982016/employees-of-soes-other-govt-supervised-bodies-to-face-5-30pc-salary-cut-as-part-of-austerity-measures-pmo, 14 Mar 2026]
1372
Consider the following statements about the political situation as of July 17, 2026:
1. Rana Sanaullah stated that the JUI-F chief's remarks were damaging to the motivation of those guarding the frontiers.
2. The JUI-F leadership claimed that the media storm regarding the remarks began immediately on the day of the Kasur public meeting.
3. Rana Sanaullah rejected the claim that there was a coordinated propaganda campaign against the JUI-F chief.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 2 is incorrect because the JUI-F leadership stated that there was no mention of the remarks in the media on July 12, and the outcry only began on July 13. Statements 1 and 3 accurately reflect the position taken by Rana Sanaullah. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016238/sanaullah-says-jui-f-chiefs-remarks-against-martyrs-were-inappropriate-but-unintended, 17 Jul 2026]
1373
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.
FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial attended the meeting alongside the Finance and Petroleum ministers. The presence of the FBR head underscores the focus on revenue and fiscal management during the crisis. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1982016/employees-of-soes-other-govt-supervised-bodies-to-face-5-30pc-salary-cut-as-part-of-austerity-measures-pmo, 14 Mar 2026]
1375
Which of the following statements regarding Joseph Kent's resignation is INCORRECT?
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]
1376
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.
A vote of no confidence is a parliamentary mechanism used to demonstrate that the executive government no longer enjoys the support of the majority of the legislature, thereby necessitating its resignation.
Joseph Kent resigned from his position as the Director of the National Counterterrorism Centre to protest the US-Israeli war against Iran. Tulsi Gabbard is the Director of National Intelligence, not the NCTC Director. [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]
1379
Joseph Kent served in which of the following military units prior to his appointment as a senior counter-terrorism official?
Joseph Kent is a former member of the Green Beret special forces and served multiple combat tours. The other units listed are distinct branches of the US special operations community. [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]
1380
Consider the following statements about the investigation involving the Edmond de Rothschild bank:
1. The investigation was triggered by documents released by the US Justice Department.
2. Fabrice Aidan worked at the Edmond de Rothschild bank from 2014 to 2016.
3. The Swiss financial regulator Finma has confirmed it is leading the criminal investigation into the bank.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because the investigation is being led by the French financial prosecutor, not the Swiss regulator Finma, which only stated it considers reliable information in its supervision. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1985194/edmond-de-rothschild-paris-offices-raided-in-epstein-linked-probe-into-diplomat, 25 Mar 2026]
