The JI campaign explicitly demands the cancellation of expensive contracts with independent power producers (IPPs) to reduce the burden on consumers. The other options represent policies that are either unrelated or contrary to the party's stated goals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1572
Consider the following statements about the PPP's political stance in AJK as of July 19, 2026:
1. The PPP has been part of the government in AJK for the past six months.
2. The PPP Chairman proposed that AJK should have representation in the National Finance Commission.
3. The PPP is currently in a coalition government at the federal level led by the PML-N.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct based on the address: the PPP has been in the AJK government for six months, the Chairman proposed representation in the National Finance Commission, and the party is part of the federal coalition led by Shehbaz Sharif. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
1573
Who is scheduled to succeed Tim Cook as the CEO of Apple in September 2026?
John Ternus, a hardware veteran, is the designated successor to Tim Cook. The transition is scheduled for September 2026, marking a significant leadership change for the company. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016222/apple-closes-in-on-nvidia-in-race-for-worlds-most-valuable-company, 17 Jul 2026]
1574
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or demand of the Jamaat-i-Islami protest campaign?
The campaign focuses on petroleum levies, IPP contracts, and government austerity; privatization of the national airline is not a stated demand of this specific movement. The other three options are core components of the JI's anti-inflationary platform. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1575
Who is the current emir of Jamaat-i-Islami Pakistan who announced the nationwide highway blockade in 2026?
Hafiz Naeemur Rehman is the current emir of Jamaat-i-Islami who addressed the press conference at Mansoorah regarding the protest campaign. Sirajul Haq is a former emir, making him an incorrect choice. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017280/jamaat-i-islami-announces-nationwide-road-blockade-against-petroleum-levy, 21 Jul 2026]
1576
The upcoming AJK regional elections mentioned in the July 19, 2026, address were scheduled for which date?
The regional elections in AJK were scheduled for July 27, 2026, as stated during the rally held on July 19, 2026. None of the other dates provided correspond to the election schedule mentioned. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
1577
Who did the PPP Chairman identify as the party candidate against whom a murder case was allegedly registered?
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari specifically mentioned the registration of a murder case against his party candidate, Javed Badhanvi, during his address. The other names are either political leaders or historical figures not involved in this specific legal issue. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
1578
Which federal body did the PPP Chairman suggest should include provisional representation for AJK until a census is conducted?
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari proposed that AJK should have provisional representation in the Council of Common Interests and the National Finance Commission. The other bodies listed do not deal with the provincial-federal fiscal and administrative coordination that he was advocating for. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
1579
Which of the following is NOT a proposal or promise made by the PPP Chairman regarding AJK in his July 19, 2026, address?
The PPP Chairman advocated for provisional representation in federal bodies and self-governance, but he did not propose the immediate annexation of AJK into the federal cabinet. The other options are accurate reflections of his stated policy goals. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016735/bilawal-seeks-better-results-in-upcoming-ajk-elections-as-ppp-hopes-to-form-govt, 19 Jul 2026]
1580
Who is the military spokesman for the Houthi rebels who announced the maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia?
Yahya Saree is the designated military spokesman for the Houthi group who officially declared the maritime blockade. The other individuals listed are Iranian officials or regional administrators. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016977/yemens-houthis-declare-maritime-blockade-of-saudi-arabia, 20 Jul 2026]
