Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan was a 17-year-old footballer who played for the Al-Mughayyir Club and was a member of the Palestinian national youth team. He succumbed to injuries sustained during a settler attack in his village. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016519/palestinian-teen-footballer-dies-after-being-shot-during-settler-attack-in-occupied-west-bank, 18 Jul 2026]
1452
Until what date in 2026 is the current airspace restriction on Indian-registered aircraft effective?
The Notam explicitly states that the restriction remains in force until 11:59pm on August 23, 2026. July 24 was the expiration date of the previous restriction period. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
1453
Which of the following statements regarding the airspace restrictions is INCORRECT?
The restriction is not limited to the Karachi FIR; it applies to both the Karachi and Lahore Flight Information Regions. The other statements accurately reflect the scope of the Notam. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
1454
Which US institution is primarily responsible for conducting investigations into Pakistan's trade practices under Section 301?
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) manages Section 301 investigations, which assess trade practices including labor standards. The other listed agencies do not oversee this specific trade enforcement mechanism. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016143/finance-minister-to-visit-washington-for-trade-tariff-talks-with-us, 17 Jul 2026]
1455
Which of the following statements regarding the incident involving Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan is INCORRECT?
The victim did not die immediately; he was shot on July 11 and died a week later on July 18, 2026, following the amputation of his leg. The other statements accurately reflect the details provided in the report. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016519/palestinian-teen-footballer-dies-after-being-shot-during-settler-attack-in-occupied-west-bank, 18 Jul 2026]
1456
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final match was scheduled to be held in which US state?
The final was hosted in an open stadium in New Jersey, located across the river from New York City. New York is a common distractor due to its proximity to the venue. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016513/wildfire-haze-hangs-over-eastern-us-world-cup-final-venue, 18 Jul 2026]
1457
Which of the following statements regarding the findings of the AI integration study is INCORRECT?
The study explicitly noted there was 'little evidence of systematic changes in pro-Muslim or gender bias in judicial language', making option A the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016213/study-finds-ai-use-in-trial-courts-results-in-over-6pc-more-cases-resolved-annually, 17 Jul 2026]
1458
Who is the current Education Minister of India whose resignation is being demanded by the 'Cockroach' movement protesters?
Dharmendra Pradhan is the Education Minister of India. JP Nadda is the Health Minister, who engaged with the protesters to discuss their demands. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017491/exam-paper-leak-protests-and-gandhi-siblings-arrest-indias-cockroach-youth-movement-explained, 22 Jul 2026]
1459
The Strait of Hormuz is considered a vital waterway because it facilitates the transport of what fraction of the world's oil supply?
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy chokepoint, accounting for approximately one-fifth of the world's total oil supply. Disruptions here have immediate and significant impacts on global energy markets. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016426/iran-hits-gulf-states-and-jordan-after-seventh-night-of-us-strikes, 18 Jul 2026]
1460
On what date in 2026 did the Pakistan Airports Authority issue the Notam extending the airspace ban on Indian aircraft?
The PAA issued the specific Notam regarding the extension on July 18, 2026. August 23 is the date until which the ban is extended, not the date of the announcement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016474/paa-extends-airspace-ban-on-indian-aircraft-until-aug-23, 18 Jul 2026]
