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1161
Consider the following statements about the EU-Pakistan GSP+ status:
1. It was initially granted to Pakistan in 2014.
2. It allows Pakistan to enjoy duty-free or minimum duty on exports to the EU.
3. The European Parliament voted to extend the status until 2027 in October 2023.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate: the status was granted in 2014, it provides significant tariff concessions, and the extension until 2027 was confirmed by the European Parliament in October 2023. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2003965/eus-top-diplomat-kallas-to-visit-islamabad-on-june-1-for-strategic-dialogue, 30 May 2026]
1162
Consider the following statements about the recent diplomatic tensions between Pakistan and India:
1. The Pakistani Foreign Office accused India of systemic discrimination against Christians and Muslims.
2. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs claimed that Pakistan's remarks were part of a broader regional peace initiative.
3. The Pakistani Foreign Office cited that 55 Muslims were lynched in India during 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the FO highlighted discrimination against these groups. Statement 3 is correct as it reflects the data provided in the FO statement. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Indian Ministry of External Affairs actually accused Pakistan of systemic victimization of minorities, not a peace initiative. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1986308/exercise-in-deflection-masquerading-as-concern-fo-rejects-indias-comments-on-pakistans-shia-community, 28 Mar 2026]
1163
What is the minimum aggregate percentage required in the written portion of the CSS examination to qualify?
Candidates must secure at least 50 percent aggregate marks in the written examination to qualify. 33 percent is the requirement for optional subjects, and 40 percent is for compulsory subjects. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2000737/minister-chalks-up-css-failure-rate-to-lack-of-preparation-competitive-nature-of-exam, 16 May 2026]
1164
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) operates primarily as a platform for:
The OIC serves as the collective voice of the Muslim world, focusing on diplomatic cooperation, cultural exchange, and the protection of interests, rather than acting as a supranational military or economic authority.
The Federal Shariat Court was established through the insertion of Chapter 3A into Part VII of the Constitution of Pakistan, which defines the jurisdiction and powers of the court regarding Islamic law.
Which article of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan mandates the state to promote international peace and strengthen fraternal relations among Muslim countries?
Article 40 of the Constitution of Pakistan explicitly directs the state to endeavor to preserve and strengthen fraternal relations among Muslim countries based on Islamic unity, support the common interests of the peoples of Asia, Africa, and Latin America, and promote international peace.
The seminar titled 'Transboundary Water Resources: A Weaponised Global Common' was jointly organized by Pakistan's embassy in Brussels and which other institution?
The seminar was a collaborative effort between the Pakistani embassy in Brussels and the Centre for European Policy Studies. It served as a platform for discussing the weaponization of water resources. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008889/pakistan-assails-17-indian-projects-on-indus-waterways-calls-them-tools-for-hydro-hegemony, 18 Jun 2026]
1168
Which of the following regional frameworks primarily focuses on the collective security and economic integration of the Arab states of the Persian Gulf?
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a regional intergovernmental political and economic union specifically established to foster integration and security among the Arab states of the Persian Gulf, distinguishing it from broader pan-Arab or pan-Islamic organizations.
Consider the following statements about the repatriation of Afghan nationals:
1. The government reported that over 1.1 million Afghan nationals were deported in 2025.
2. The current repatriation drive was first launched in 2023.
3. The directive requires daily reporting to the Ministry of Interior starting from July 10, 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as 1,155,221 individuals were deported in 2025. Statement 2 is correct as the drive began in 2023. Statement 3 is incorrect because the daily reporting requirement commences on July 11, 2026, not July 10. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2011435/interior-ministry-issues-directive-to-arrest-afghan-nationals-without-valid-visas-from-july-10, 28 Jun 2026]
1170
Which of the following statements regarding the findings of the AI integration study is INCORRECT?
The study explicitly noted there was 'little evidence of systematic changes in pro-Muslim or gender bias in judicial language', making option A the incorrect statement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016213/study-finds-ai-use-in-trial-courts-results-in-over-6pc-more-cases-resolved-annually, 17 Jul 2026]
