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1341
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]
1342
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]
1343
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]
1344
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]
1345
Which military official held discussions regarding peace initiatives with the Iranian President during the June 23, 2026 visit?
Field Marshal Asim Munir, as the Chief of Army Staff, met with the Iranian President to discuss regional peace initiatives. The other names represent former or different military leadership roles. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010220/hands-of-friendship-iran-president-calls-for-new-regional-security-structure-among-muslim-nations, 23 Jun 2026]
1346
Which article of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan mandates the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner and the establishment of the Election Commission?
Article 213 of the Constitution of Pakistan provides the constitutional mechanism for the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner and the formation of the Election Commission of Pakistan.
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]
1348
During his visit on June 23, 2026, the Iranian President identified which region as requiring a new security structure through intra-regional cooperation?
President Pezeshkian specifically highlighted West Asia and the Persian Gulf as the strategic regions where sustainable security must be ensured through regional cooperation. Other regions listed are geographically distinct from the focus of his diplomatic proposal. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2010220/hands-of-friendship-iran-president-calls-for-new-regional-security-structure-among-muslim-nations, 23 Jun 2026]
1349
What is the primary religious significance of the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound for Muslims?
Al-Aqsa is universally recognized in Islamic tradition as the third-holiest site after the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and the Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah. The other options are incorrect rankings. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1993856/reprehensible-pakistan-condemns-storming-of-al-aqsa-mosque-compound-raising-of-israeli-flag-in-its-courtyard, 21 Apr 2026]
1350
Who resigned from HDFC Bank in mid-March, citing concerns that bank practices were not in line with his personal ethics?
Former chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigned abruptly in mid-March, triggering increased investor scrutiny. An external legal review later found no evidence to substantiate the governance concerns he raised. [Source: https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432017/indias-hdfc-bank-finds-no-improper-motive-in-deposit-pricing-review-penalises-executives, 27 Jul 2026]
