Rana Sanaullah is the PML-N leader currently serving as the Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs. He publicly addressed the controversy surrounding the JUI-F chief's remarks on July 17, 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016238/sanaullah-says-jui-f-chiefs-remarks-against-martyrs-were-inappropriate-but-unintended, 17 Jul 2026]
822
Which of the following is NOT a component of the charges currently levied by the government on petroleum products?
The government charges customs duty, petroleum levy, climate support levy, and inland freight equalisation margin on fuel. Corporate income tax is not listed as a component of the retail fuel price structure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016247/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs544-diesel-by-rs3105-per-litre-for-next-three-days, 17 Jul 2026]
823
Which of the following statements regarding the security of Chinese nationals in Pakistan is INCORRECT?
The statement that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has never claimed responsibility for attacks is false, as the BLA has previously claimed responsibility for attacks, such as the 2022 suicide bombing at the University of Karachi's Confucius Institute. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016208/security-of-chinese-in-pakistan-paramount-for-us-says-pm-shehbaz, 17 Jul 2026]
824
What is the primary reason cited by President Donald Trump for his dissatisfaction with the latest Iranian proposal?
President Trump explicitly stated that the Iranian offer contained specific demands that he could not accept, though he did not provide granular details. While he also mentioned that the Iranian leadership appeared disjointed, the primary reason for his rejection of the proposal was the content of the offer itself. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1996711/trump-not-satisfied-with-irans-new-proposal-says-truce-terminated-hostilities-as-war-powers-deadline-arrives, 01 May 2026]
825
Following the price adjustment on July 17, 2026, what is the new price of petrol per litre?
The price of petrol was set at Rs316.15 per litre following the increase. Rs354.35 is the new price for high-speed diesel. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016247/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs544-diesel-by-rs3105-per-litre-for-next-three-days, 17 Jul 2026]
826
Consider the following statements about the recent developments in Pakistan-China relations:
1. The recent B2B agreements focus on healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals.
2. The government aims to convert these B2B agreements into implementable documents for CPEC 2.0.
3. The Saindak copper and gold mine is located in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the focus of the July 2026 conference and the strategic shift toward CPEC 2.0. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Saindak copper and gold mine is located in Balochistan, not Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016208/security-of-chinese-in-pakistan-paramount-for-us-says-pm-shehbaz, 17 Jul 2026]
827
On July 17, 2026, which political leader initiated an election campaign in Azad Jammu and Kashmir with a pledge to represent the region's interests in the federal capital?
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, as the Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, officially launched the election campaign in AJK on July 17, 2026. He emphasized his role as a bridge between the federal government and the people of the region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016221/bilawal-kicks-off-ajk-election-campaign-pledges-to-be-voice-of-people-in-centre, 17 Jul 2026]
828
According to Rana Sanaullah, a protest by JUI-F outside the General Headquarters (GHQ) would be considered an attack on:
Rana Sanaullah stated that a protest at the GHQ would not merely be a political demonstration but a direct attack on Pakistan's defence. He emphasized that such actions are unacceptable. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016238/sanaullah-says-jui-f-chiefs-remarks-against-martyrs-were-inappropriate-but-unintended, 17 Jul 2026]
829
Which legal doctrine emphasizes that the judiciary should limit its own power and defer to the decisions of the elected branches of government?
The Doctrine of Judicial Restraint is a theory of judicial interpretation that encourages judges to limit the exercise of their own power and avoid overturning laws unless they are clearly unconstitutional, thereby respecting the role of the legislature.
Article 19 of the Constitution of Pakistan provides every citizen the right to freedom of speech and expression, which is a fundamental right subject to reasonable restrictions in the interest of the glory of Islam or the integrity, security, or defense of Pakistan.