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1161
Which of the following organizations has been closed as part of the federal government's right-sizing initiative as of 2026?
The Pakistan Public Works Department was explicitly identified as one of the institutions closed under the current right-sizing initiative to improve government efficiency. The other options are active state entities not included in this specific closure list. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019009/pm-shehbaz-directs-elimination-of-unnecessary-positions-to-improve-govt-performance, 28 Jul 2026]
1162
Following the price revision on July 28, 2026, what is the new retail price of high-speed diesel per litre?
The retail price of high-speed diesel was set at Rs388.38 per litre following the July 2026 adjustment. Rs335.81 is the new price for petrol. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
1163
Which state-owned enterprise was mentioned as having been privatized in the review meeting held on 28 July 2026?
First Women Bank Limited was cited alongside Pakistan International Airlines as an entity that has already undergone privatization. The other banks listed remain under state control or are not part of this specific privatization update. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019009/pm-shehbaz-directs-elimination-of-unnecessary-positions-to-improve-govt-performance, 28 Jul 2026]
1164
Consider the following statements about the Diyat compensation mechanism:
1. The value of Diyat is determined by the federal government through a notification in the official Gazette.
2. Section 323 of the Pakistan Penal Code provides the legal basis for fixing the value of Diyat.
3. The court has no discretion to consider the financial status of the convict when determining the final Diyat amount.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 3 is incorrect because the law explicitly requires the court to keep in view the financial position of the convict and the heirs of the victim when fixing the amount. Statements 1 and 2 accurately reflect the administrative and legal requirements of the PPC. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019000/govt-almost-doubles-blood-money-payment-to-heirs-of-victim-on-account-of-rising-silver-prices, 28 Jul 2026]
1165
The Prime Minister directed that a third-party audit be conducted for which of the following?
The Prime Minister mandated a third-party audit specifically to evaluate the posts and institutions that have been abolished to ensure the effectiveness of the right-sizing measures. This serves as a mechanism for accountability in the reform process. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019009/pm-shehbaz-directs-elimination-of-unnecessary-positions-to-improve-govt-performance, 28 Jul 2026]
1166
Consider the following statements about the security situation in AJK as of 2026:
1. The federal government has pledged full support to the AJK administration to maintain law and order.
2. The government reported that security personnel were martyred during the unrest.
3. The protesters successfully prevented the voting process from taking place in Mirpur.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the federal government confirmed support and the martyrdom of security personnel. Statement 3 is incorrect because the government noted that despite the unrest, the public came out to vote and turnout increased at polling stations. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019021/significant-number-of-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-present-among-ajk-protesters-information-secretary, 28 Jul 2026]
1167
Consider the following statements about Pakistan's diplomatic position presented at the UNSC on May 26, 2026:
1. Pakistan advocates for the weaponization of water resources to exert diplomatic pressure.
2. The Foreign Minister emphasized that the crisis of the international system stems from the selective application of principles.
3. Pakistan maintains that there can be no durable peace in the Middle East while occupation and forced displacement continue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because Pakistan explicitly stated that water must never be weaponized. Statements 2 and 3 accurately reflect the Foreign Minister's critique of the international order and his stance on the Middle East conflict. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003210/pakistan-stresses-need-for-restraint-de-escalation-in-iran-us-conflict, 26 May 2026]
1168
Which of the following constitutional provisions mandates the state to promote the educational and economic interests of backward classes and areas in Pakistan?
Article 37 of the Constitution of Pakistan outlines the principles of policy, specifically directing the state to promote the educational and economic interests of backward classes and areas, distinguishing it from the fundamental right to education under Article 25-A.
Consider the following statements about the fuel price adjustments in July 2026:
1. Petrol prices were increased by Rs1.63 per litre.
2. High-speed diesel prices were increased by Rs1.55 per litre.
3. The new prices were made applicable starting from July 29, 2026.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the government notification issued on July 28, 2026. The price hikes for petrol and diesel were Rs1.63 and Rs1.55 respectively, with an effective date of July 29. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019031/govt-increases-petrol-price-by-rs163-hsd-price-by-rs155, 28 Jul 2026]
1170
Which of the following is NOT an objective or outcome of the government's current right-sizing initiative?
The government's initiative focuses on reducing the size of the government and improving efficiency, which is the opposite of expanding the workforce. The other options are core components of the stated reform agenda. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2019009/pm-shehbaz-directs-elimination-of-unnecessary-positions-to-improve-govt-performance, 28 Jul 2026]
