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971
Consider the following statements about the fuel price adjustment on July 3, 2026:
1. The price reduction was implemented to pass on the impact of lower global prices.
2. The government increased the petroleum levy, which prevented a larger decrease in fuel prices.
3. The ex-depot price of high-speed diesel was set at Rs309.50 per litre.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate. The price cut was a response to global trends, the levy increase mitigated a larger price drop, and the new HSD price was officially set at Rs309.50. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012738/govt-slashes-petrol-diesel-prices-by-rs197, 03 Jul 2026]
972
Which international submarine cable system experienced a fault on July 2, 2026, leading to potential internet disruptions in Pakistan?
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority identified a fault in the SEA-ME-WE 5 (SMW5) system. While SMW6 is a newer cable, the specific disruption reported on the event date involved the SMW5 consortium. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012491/submarine-cable-fault-may-cause-intermittent-internet-disruption-pta, 02 Jul 2026]
973
Which Turkish official received Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif upon his arrival at Istanbul's Ataturk Airport on July 3, 2026?
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was officially received by the Turkish Minister of Trade, Professor Dr Omer Bolat, alongside Pakistan's Ambassador to Turkiye, Dr Yusuf Junaid. Other options represent high-ranking Turkish officials who were not the primary designated greeters at the airport. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012743/pm-shehbaz-arrives-in-turkiye-on-official-visit, 03 Jul 2026]
974
What is the approximate monthly sales volume of petrol and high-speed diesel in Pakistan?
Petrol and high-speed diesel are the major revenue earners, with monthly sales ranging between 700,000 and 800,000 tonnes. In contrast, kerosene demand is significantly lower at approximately 10,000 tonnes. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012738/govt-slashes-petrol-diesel-prices-by-rs197, 03 Jul 2026]
975
What is the total allocated capacity of the SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable for Pakistan?
The Ministry of Information Technology confirmed that Pakistan has been allocated a total capacity of 13.2 terabits per second (tbps) on the SEA-ME-WE 6 cable system. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012491/submarine-cable-fault-may-cause-intermittent-internet-disruption-pta, 02 Jul 2026]
976
Which regulatory body is responsible for monitoring internet traffic disruptions and coordinating with stakeholders in Pakistan?
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is the primary regulator tasked with monitoring internet traffic and ensuring service continuity during infrastructure faults. Other bodies like PEMRA focus on broadcast media rather than submarine cable infrastructure. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012491/submarine-cable-fault-may-cause-intermittent-internet-disruption-pta, 02 Jul 2026]
977
Consider the following statements about the joint statement issued on April 23, 2026:
1. The ministers condemned the raising of the Israeli flag within the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque.
2. The statement cited the 2024 advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice regarding illegal settlements.
3. The ministers declared that the Al-Aqsa compound is a place of worship exclusively for Muslims.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the joint statement. The ministers condemned the flag-raising, referenced the 2024 ICJ advisory opinion, and reiterated the exclusive status of the site for Muslim worship. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994444/pakistan-7-other-muslim-nations-reject-attempts-to-alter-historic-legal-status-quo-in-jerusalem-at-its-holy-sites, 23 Apr 2026]
978
The total area of the Al-Aqsa Mosque/Al-Haram Al-Sharif compound is cited as:
The joint statement specifies that the entire area of the Al-Aqsa Mosque/Al-Haram Al-Sharif compound amounts to 144 dunams. This figure is a standard reference point in international diplomatic discourse regarding the site's status. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994444/pakistan-7-other-muslim-nations-reject-attempts-to-alter-historic-legal-status-quo-in-jerusalem-at-its-holy-sites, 23 Apr 2026]
979
Which entity is recognized as having exclusive jurisdiction to administer the affairs of the Al-Aqsa Mosque/Al-Haram Al-Sharif?
The joint statement explicitly identifies the Jerusalem Endowments and Al-Aqsa Mosque Affairs Department, affiliated with the Jordanian Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, as the sole legal entity responsible for the administration of the site. Other options represent international or regional bodies that do not hold this specific administrative mandate. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994444/pakistan-7-other-muslim-nations-reject-attempts-to-alter-historic-legal-status-quo-in-jerusalem-at-its-holy-sites, 23 Apr 2026]
980
Which of the following is NOT a concern raised by the foreign ministers in their April 23, 2026, joint statement?
The statement focuses on rejecting attempts to alter the status quo and condemning illegal settlements and violence; it does not mention or recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. In fact, the statement explicitly rejects Israeli sovereignty over the territory. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1994444/pakistan-7-other-muslim-nations-reject-attempts-to-alter-historic-legal-status-quo-in-jerusalem-at-its-holy-sites, 23 Apr 2026]
