Hydropower provided 39% of the total electricity supply in June 2026, making it the largest contributor. Nuclear power followed at 13.5%, while other sources like wind and solar contributed significantly smaller percentages. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016204/power-companies-seek-rs120-per-unit-fuel-cost-adjustment-for-august, 17 Jul 2026]
1602
Which of the following statements regarding the fuel cost situation in June 2026 is INCORRECT?
Electricity consumption in June 2026 was 13,066 billion units, which is lower than the 13,310 billion units recorded in June 2025. Therefore, the statement claiming consumption was higher is incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016204/power-companies-seek-rs120-per-unit-fuel-cost-adjustment-for-august, 17 Jul 2026]
1603
Arrange the following events in the order of their contextual development within the July 2026 week:
I. Notification of the new tax regime for small shopkeepers.
II. Launch of the 45km Green Railway Corridor project in Punjab.
III. Onset of the new monsoon spell leading to a roof collapse in Lahore.
IV. Announcement of mandatory screening legislation for HIV/Hepatitis.
The order is established based on the implementation of economic policy (I), the inauguration of infrastructure projects (II), the introduction of legislative policy (IV), and the environmental impact of the weather shift (III) as reported on July 29. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019158/fbr-notifies-new-tax-regime-for-small-shopkeepers]
1604
Which of the following statements regarding the recent fuel pricing policy is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and considered protest plans, making the incorrect statement. The other statements accurately reflect the government's policy and the usage of fuel types. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017573/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs639-diesel-by-rs783-per-litre, 22 Jul 2026]
1605
Which specific chip model is Anthropic planning to purchase from AMD as part of the 2026 agreement?
Anthropic has committed to purchasing two gigawatts of AMD's latest-generation Instinct MI450 chips. The MI300 is an older architecture, and the MI500 is not the model specified in the agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017572/amd-to-sell-anthropic-tens-of-billions-in-ai-servers-invest-up-to-5bn-in-startup, 22 Jul 2026]
1606
Which of the following international financial institutions is mandated to provide short-term balance of payments support to member states?
The IMF's primary mandate is to ensure the stability of the international monetary system by providing short-term financial assistance to countries experiencing balance of payments difficulties.
The Marrakesh Agreement was signed in 1994, establishing the World Trade Organization and providing the legal framework for international trade. This tests understanding of a foundational treaty in trade governance.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) was established in the aftermath of which major international conference, aimed at shaping the post-war global economic order?
The International Monetary Fund was conceived at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944 to ensure global monetary cooperation and economic stability. This question tests knowledge of a key global governance institution and its origins.
The World Trade Organization, which oversees global trade rules and commodity market frameworks, is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. This question tests knowledge of a key global governance institution involved in trade.
Consider the following statements about the development of the olive industry in Pakistan:
1. The Pakistan Agricultural Research Council began testing Mediterranean olive varieties in the 1980s.
2. Currently, all seven million olive trees planted in Pakistan are bearing fruit.
3. The industry is primarily focused on rain-fed (barani) landscapes to mitigate climate change impacts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the historical start of research. Statement 2 is incorrect because only one-fifth of the seven million trees are currently bearing fruit. Statement 3 is correct as the industry targets barani areas for their drought-tolerant properties. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018683/harvest-of-hope, 27 Jul 2026]
