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1421
Consider the following statements about the 2026 DHS visa regulation:
1. The regulation requires foreign journalists to seek government approval for extensions to remain in the US.
2. Press freedom advocates argue the policy could be used to retaliate against critical reporting.
3. The rule applies exclusively to journalists and does not affect academic or exchange visitors.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 3 is incorrect because the regulation also applies to 'F' (academic students) and 'J' (exchange visitors) visa categories. Statements 1 and 2 accurately reflect the procedural changes and the concerns raised by advocacy groups. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016518/trump-administration-finalises-overhaul-of-foreign-journalists-visas-ends-duration-of-status-system, 18 Jul 2026]
1422
Which of the following institutional mechanisms is central to the operational mandate of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?
SAARC was established to foster regional cooperation in South Asia, focusing on economic growth, social progress, and cultural development rather than supranational political or military integration.
Consider the following statements about the conflict escalation on July 18, 2026:
1. Iran justified its actions by citing a Quranic command regarding reciprocal attacks.
2. The US and Iran have been testing escalation limits since the collapse of a ceasefire agreement.
3. Iranian health officials reported that over 500 people were killed in US strikes over the past three weeks.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the IRGC cited a Quranic command for their actions. Statement 2 is correct regarding the testing of escalation limits. Statement 3 is incorrect because the report stated 50 people were killed and 500 were injured, not 500 killed. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016426/iran-hits-gulf-states-and-jordan-after-seventh-night-of-us-strikes, 18 Jul 2026]
1424
Which of the following statements regarding the legal discourse in New York City is INCORRECT?
The Mayor explicitly stated that he would not write his own laws and that any action must be permitted by existing legal frameworks, making the incorrect statement. The other options accurately reflect the Mayor's stated position and administrative oversight. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016505/netanyahu-belongs-in-the-hague-nyc-mayor-mamdani-mulls-whether-he-can-order-israeli-pms-arrest, 18 Jul 2026]
1425
Who is the current Finance Minister of Pakistan leading the trade and tariff negotiations in Washington as of July 2026?
Muhammad Aurangzeb is the serving Finance Minister who traveled to Washington in July 2026 to engage with US officials regarding trade agreements and tariff structures. The other individuals listed are former finance ministers. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016143/finance-minister-to-visit-washington-for-trade-tariff-talks-with-us, 17 Jul 2026]
1426
Which Kuwaiti military facility was specifically identified by the IRGC as a target of their missile and drone strikes on July 18, 2026?
The IRGC explicitly claimed to have struck a US military support center at Camp Arifjan. While other facilities in Kuwait were affected, Camp Arifjan was the specific site named in the context of the IRGC's operational claims. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016426/iran-hits-gulf-states-and-jordan-after-seventh-night-of-us-strikes, 18 Jul 2026]
1427
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or appeal made by the PML-N leadership regarding the situation in AJK?
The leadership urged for dialogue and the cessation of protests to restore peace and advance the electoral process. There was no call for the immediate dissolution of the AJK Legislative Assembly; rather, the focus was on maintaining the constitutional framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008589/nawaz-urges-ajk-to-end-protests-sit-ins-and-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-govt, 17 Jun 2026]
1428
Consider the following statements about the crocodile-related security proposal:
1. The legal reclassification of crocodiles allows them to be kept in government facilities under specific conditions.
2. The project was dubbed the 'crocodile prison' by Hebrew media outlets.
3. The Israel Prison Service has confirmed that the project is already fully operational at all major detention centers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the legal change and the media designation of the project. Statement 3 is incorrect because the project is currently in the feasibility study phase and has not been implemented. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016187/israeli-media-says-crocodile-filled-moats-could-surround-prisons-holding-palestinians, 17 Jul 2026]
1429
Consider the following statements about the airspace restrictions between Pakistan and India:
1. The airspace closure was initially implemented in response to tensions following an attack in Pahalgam.
2. Pakistan has offered a neutral probe into the allegations regarding the 2025 incident.
3. The airspace ban has been extended only once since its inception in 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct regarding the origin of the tensions and Pakistan's diplomatic stance. Statement 3 is incorrect because the ban has been extended multiple times since 2025. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
1430
Which Israeli official signed the order to reclassify crocodiles as 'managed wild animals' to facilitate their use in detention facilities?
Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman signed the order reclassifying crocodiles. Itamar Ben-Gvir is the National Security Minister who proposed the plan, but he did not sign the specific environmental reclassification order. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016187/israeli-media-says-crocodile-filled-moats-could-surround-prisons-holding-palestinians, 17 Jul 2026]
