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Consider the following statements about the legal proceedings involving Senator Pauline Hanson:
1. The Federal Court of Australia dismissed Hanson's appeal on July 27, 2026.
2. Hanson argued that the racial discrimination law was constitutionally invalid.
3. The court ruled that Hanson's comments were protected under absolute free speech provisions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the appeal was dismissed on the specified date and Hanson did challenge the constitutionality of the law. Statement 3 is incorrect because the court ruled that her comments were not protected and actually breached anti-discrimination laws. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018722/australian-politician-fails-to-overturn-racial-vilification-ruling-over-telling-muslim-senator-to-go-back-to-pakistan, 27 Jul 2026]
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Senator Mehreen Faruqi, the target of the racial vilification comments, is a member of which political group?
Mehreen Faruqi is a left-leaning senator representing The Greens in the Australian parliament. She was targeted by Hanson following her public comments regarding the death of Queen Elizabeth II. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2018722/australian-politician-fails-to-overturn-racial-vilification-ruling-over-telling-muslim-senator-to-go-back-to-pakistan, 27 Jul 2026]
813
Consider the following statements about the transition of power in Iran in 2026:
1. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) pledged allegiance to the new Supreme Leader.
2. Analysts expect the new leader to delegate significant government and war-related responsibilities to other officials.
3. The United States government officially recognized the legitimacy of the new Supreme Leader immediately upon his appointment.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as the IRGC pledged support and analysts expect delegation of duties. Statement 3 is incorrect because the US President explicitly warned that the new leader would be 'unacceptable' without US approval. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1980913/irans-new-supreme-leader-injured-but-safe-says-presidents-son, 11 Mar 2026]
814
Consider the following statements about the political transition in the UK in 2026:
1. Andy Burnham was elected as the new Labour leader after a competitive vote against multiple candidates.
2. The Labour Party maintains its parliamentary majority based on the results of the 2024 general elections.
3. Andy Burnham previously served in the cabinet under former Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is incorrect because Burnham was confirmed as leader due to there being no other eligibly nominated candidate, not through a competitive vote. Statements 2 and 3 are factually accurate. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016211/andy-burnham-elected-new-labour-leader-now-set-to-be-uk-pm, 17 Jul 2026]
815
Which Iranian leader visited Islamabad on June 23, 2026, to advocate for a new regional security structure?
Masoud Pezeshkian is the current President of Iran who visited Pakistan on the specified date. Ebrahim Raisi is a former president, making him an incorrect choice. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010220/hands-of-friendship-iran-president-calls-for-new-regional-security-structure-among-muslim-nations, 23 Jun 2026]
816
The mandate of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is primarily focused on which of the following aspects of global governance?
The OIC functions as a global governance institution representing the collective voice of the Muslim world, with a mandate to safeguard and protect the interests of member states in the spirit of promoting international peace and harmony.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was accompanied by the Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, during his visit to Tehran on July 3, 2026. Other officials were not reported as part of this specific delegation. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012668/pm-shehbaz-cdf-munir-pay-respects-to-irans-assassinated-supreme-leader-khamenei, 03 Jul 2026]
818
Consider the following statements regarding the diplomatic visit on June 23, 2026:
1. The Iranian President called for a united front of Muslim nations to address regional security.
2. The Prime Minister of Pakistan mentioned Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt as key players in regional peace discussions.
3. The visit resulted in the immediate signing of a formal military alliance treaty between Pakistan and Iran.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are factually accurate based on the diplomatic discourse reported. Statement 3 is incorrect because no such formal military alliance treaty was signed during this visit. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010220/hands-of-friendship-iran-president-calls-for-new-regional-security-structure-among-muslim-nations, 23 Jun 2026]
819
Which Pakistani official received the Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, in Islamabad on June 23, 2026?
Ishaq Dar, serving as the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, received his Iranian counterpart. The other individuals listed do not currently hold the Foreign Minister portfolio. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010220/hands-of-friendship-iran-president-calls-for-new-regional-security-structure-among-muslim-nations, 23 Jun 2026]
820
At which specific location in Islamabad did the Iranian President hold official meetings with the Prime Minister of Pakistan on June 23, 2026?
The official meetings between the Iranian President and the Prime Minister took place at the Prime Minister House. Aiwan-e-Sadr is the President's official residence, which is a common distractor. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010220/hands-of-friendship-iran-president-calls-for-new-regional-security-structure-among-muslim-nations, 23 Jun 2026]
