Al-Kashshaf 'an Haqa'iq al-Tanzil, commonly referred to as 'Al-Kashshaf', is a highly influential tafsir (exegesis) of the Quran. It was written by the renowned scholar Abu al-Qasim al-Zamakhshari, often referred to as Allama Zamakhshari, who was celebrated for his deep linguistic analysis and mastery of Arabic rhetoric.
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Which of the following agricultural crops is known to have originated from wild plant species found in rainforests?
Coffee (Coffea arabica) is widely recognized as having originated from wild plant species native to the rainforests of Ethiopia. These wild ancestors provided the genetic foundation for the coffee varieties cultivated globally today. While other crops have diverse origins, coffee is a classic example of a rainforest-derived agricultural product.
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Consider the following statements about the security operation in Karachi on June 27, 2026:
1. The attack occurred in the evening hours near Mosamiyat Chowrangi.
2. The Sindh Inspector General of Police confirmed that a fierce exchange of gunfire followed the initial blast.
3. The funeral prayers for the martyred personnel were attended by the Chief of Army Staff.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they align with the reported timeline and official confirmation by the Sindh IGP. Statement 3 is incorrect because the report mentions the attendance of the Interior Minister, Sindh Governor, and Sindh Chief Minister, but does not list the COAS as a participant in the funeral prayers. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011178/3-sindh-rangers-personnel-martyred-during-attack-on-local-headquarters-in-karachis-gulistan-i-jauhar-sindh-ig, 27 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the PMD monsoon forecast for July 2026:
1. Moist currents from the Bay of Bengal are expected to reach the upper parts of the country from July 2.
2. The PMD warned of potential landslides in vulnerable areas of upper KP, GB, and Kashmir.
3. Rainfall in Sindh is predicted to occur throughout the entire first week of July.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the advisory. Statement 3 is incorrect because the forecast for Sindh specifically mentions rain on July 3 and July 4, not the entire first week. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011619/pmd-forecasts-nationwide-monsoon-rainfall-from-first-week-of-july, 29 Jun 2026]
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Who was appointed as the first chairman of the privatized Pakistan International Airlines Corporation Limited (PIACL) board?
Lt Gen (retd) Anwar Ali Haider, the managing director of the Fauji Foundation, was appointed as the chairman of the newly restructured PIACL board following the transfer of management control. Arif Habib is the lead of the consortium, not the chairman of the board. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011655/govt-formally-transfers-management-control-of-pia-to-arif-habib-led-consortium, 29 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the PIACL privatization process:
1. The transaction required 22 contractual consents from various counterparties including aircraft lessors.
2. The Competition Commission of Pakistan was involved in the regulatory approval process.
3. The privatization process was finalized without any amendments to the PIACL Articles of Association.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the contractual and regulatory requirements mentioned in the privatization process. Statement 3 is incorrect because the process explicitly required amendments to the Articles of Association to incorporate the Shareholders' Agreement framework. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011655/govt-formally-transfers-management-control-of-pia-to-arif-habib-led-consortium, 29 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the AJK electoral process:
1. The previous general elections in AJK were held in 2021.
2. The PPP and JUI-F alliance intends to contest all 45 seats jointly.
3. The JUI-F leadership emphasized that dialogue is the primary solution to regional problems.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the last elections were in 2021. Statement 3 is correct as Maulana Fazlur Rehman explicitly stated that dialogue, not force, is the solution. Statement 2 is incorrect because the PPP only allocated two seats to the JUI-F, not a joint contest for all 45 seats. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011985/ppp-jui-f-announce-they-will-jointly-contest-upcoming-ajk-elections, 30 Jun 2026]
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All of the following are cited as factors contributing to Pakistan's economic stability in 2026 EXCEPT:
The government emphasizes fiscal discipline, remittances, and IT exports as drivers of stability. Reliance on foreign grants is not cited as a primary pillar of the current economic outlook. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011978/govt-expects-easing-inflationary-pressure-in-new-fiscal-year-following-reopening-of-strait-of-hormuz, 30 Jun 2026]
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Consider the following statements about the 2026 diplomatic developments:
1. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif scheduled visits to Iran and Turkiye to promote the peace process.
2. The war in the Middle East, which began in February 2026, significantly impacted global energy markets.
3. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian proposed a regional security structure that includes external powers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the PM scheduled these visits for early July 2026. Statement 2 is correct as the conflict disrupted shipping and energy markets. Statement 3 is incorrect because President Pezeshkian specifically called for a structure without the interference of countries from outside the region. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011670/pm-shehbaz-to-visit-iran-turkiye-as-part-of-mediation-efforts-to-end-middle-east-war-sources, 29 Jun 2026]
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On what date did the PPP and JUI-F formally announce their electoral alliance for the AJK general elections?
The announcement was made by Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and Maulana Fazlur Rehman during a press conference held on June 30, 2026. While July 27 is the date of the elections, the alliance was declared earlier. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011985/ppp-jui-f-announce-they-will-jointly-contest-upcoming-ajk-elections, 30 Jun 2026]
