The court explicitly ruled that a wife's credible testimony does not require medical certificates or police reports to be acted upon by a family court, making the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2017050/wifes-right-to-dower-remains-protected-if-marriage-dissolved-due-to-husbands-misconduct-lhc, 20 Jul 2026]
892
What was the percentage increase in cotton arrivals recorded in Sindh by July 15, 2026?
Sindh recorded a 113.8 percent rise in cotton arrivals compared to the previous year. Punjab recorded a 38.9 percent increase, while the national average increase was 77.3 percent. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016601/early-cotton-arrivals-hit-record-527900-bales, 19 Jul 2026]
893
Consider the following statements about the Pakistan-Canada diplomatic engagement in 2026:
1. The sixth round of Bilateral Political Consultations was held in Islamabad in February 2026.
2. Canada hosted the second round of negotiations for a Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement in June 2026.
3. The Canadian Foreign Minister is expected to meet with the President of Pakistan during her visit.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually correct regarding the 2026 diplomatic timeline. Statement 3 is incorrect because the report specifies that the Canadian Foreign Minister is expected to meet with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, not the President. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016734/canadian-foreign-minister-anita-anand-to-visit-pakistan-on-monday, 19 Jul 2026]
894
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or outcome of the 2026 Pakistan-China Pharmaceutical and Healthcare B2B Investment Conference?
The conference focused on investment, technology transfer, and local manufacturing to reduce imports; it did not involve the privatization of public hospitals. The other three options were explicitly mentioned as key discussion points. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016621/pakistan-china-pharma-conference-ends-with-850m-agreements, 19 Jul 2026]
895
Who is the current Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs visiting Pakistan in July 2026?
Anita Anand is the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs who scheduled a visit to Pakistan in July 2026. The other names listed are former or alternative Canadian cabinet members, making them incorrect. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016734/canadian-foreign-minister-anita-anand-to-visit-pakistan-on-monday, 19 Jul 2026]
896
In the context of the 2026 pharmaceutical conference, what percentage of pharmaceutical raw material does Pakistan currently import?
The Federal Health Minister stated that Pakistan imports 90 percent of its pharmaceutical raw material, highlighting the need for domestic production. 80 percent refers to the digitalization status of DRAP services. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016621/pakistan-china-pharma-conference-ends-with-850m-agreements, 19 Jul 2026]
897
In the context of the 2026 AJK unrest, what was the primary political event that the government claimed the protesters attempted to sabotage?
The government stated that the protesters attempted to disrupt the peaceful and transparent elections held in AJK. 'None of these' is the correct choice because the event was a regional election, not a referendum or assembly session. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
898
Which of the following statements regarding the fuel pricing policy in July 2026 is INCORRECT?
The All Pakistan Dealers Association rejected the daily pricing decision and threatened to protest, making statement B incorrect. The other statements accurately reflect the government's policy and the context of the price changes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
899
Which organization has been identified by the government as the group responsible for the recent violent unrest in Azad Jammu and Kashmir?
The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) is the proscribed organization cited by federal ministers for orchestrating violent protests and attempting to sabotage the electoral process in AJK. Other options are either historical or unrelated political entities. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
900
Which of the following statements regarding the government's stance on the AJK unrest is INCORRECT?
The government explicitly stated that the protests are NOT peaceful and that the participants are considered perpetrators of militancy. Options A, C, and D are accurate reflections of the government's official position. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
