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CSS is Pakistan’s premier federal competitive examination. Strong preparation requires conceptual clarity, broad general knowledge and consistent practice across compulsory and optional areas.

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261

Which renewable energy source has seen the fastest global capacity growth in recent years according to international energy reports?

  • AHydropower
  • BSolar power
  • CGeothermal
  • DTidal energy
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Solar power
Explanation: Solar power has experienced the fastest growth in installed capacity among renewable energy sources globally, driven by falling technology costs and increased government incentives for clean energy adoption.
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262

The African Union's headquarters is located in which city?

  • ACairo
  • BAddis Ababa
  • CNairobi
  • DLagos
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Addis Ababa
Explanation: The African Union, an organization promoting unity and cooperation among African states, has its headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where major summits and decisions take place.
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263

Which global ranking system annually assesses passport strength based on visa-free travel access?

  • AWorld Passport Index
  • BHenley Passport Index
  • CGlobal Mobility Index
  • DTravel Freedom Report
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Henley Passport Index
Explanation: The Henley Passport Index is a widely cited annual ranking that assesses the global strength of passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa.
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264

The 'Special Investment Facilitation Council' (SIFC) established in Pakistan primarily aims to boost which sector?

  • ATourism only
  • BForeign investment across key sectors
  • CEducation reforms
  • DJudicial reforms
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Foreign investment across key sectors
Explanation: The Special Investment Facilitation Council was established in Pakistan to streamline and accelerate foreign investment, particularly from Gulf states, in sectors such as agriculture, mining, energy, and IT.
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265

Which Pakistani city has emerged as a key node in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor due to its deep-sea port?

  • AKarachi
  • BGwadar
  • CPort Qasim
  • DPasni
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Gwadar
Explanation: Gwadar, located in Balochistan, has emerged as a strategically vital deep-sea port under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, intended to enhance regional trade connectivity and economic development.
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266

OPEC+ refers to OPEC member countries plus which other major oil-producing country that joined coordination efforts?

  • AUnited States
  • BRussia
  • CCanada
  • DNorway
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Russia
Explanation: OPEC+ refers to the expanded coalition of OPEC members along with Russia and other non-OPEC oil producers, who coordinate production levels to influence global crude oil prices.
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267

Which country has historically maintained the world's largest foreign exchange reserves?

  • AUnited States
  • BJapan
  • CChina
  • DSwitzerland
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Correct Answer: Option C β€” China
Explanation: China has consistently held the world's largest foreign exchange reserves for many years, a reflection of its substantial trade surpluses and export-driven economic model.
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268

Which organization annually publishes the Global Competitiveness Report ranking countries' economic competitiveness?

  • AIMF
  • BWorld Economic Forum
  • CWorld Bank
  • DUnited Nations
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” World Economic Forum
Explanation: The World Economic Forum has historically published the Global Competitiveness Report, assessing countries based on factors such as institutions, infrastructure, innovation, and macroeconomic stability.
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269

The term 'Artificial Intelligence Act' refers to a major regulatory framework adopted by which entity?

  • AUnited Nations
  • BEuropean Union
  • CWorld Trade Organization
  • DG7
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” European Union
Explanation: The European Union adopted the AI Act, a comprehensive regulatory framework governing the development and use of artificial intelligence systems, setting a global benchmark for AI governance.
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270

Which two East Asian economies are frequently cited for their leadership in semiconductor chip manufacturing?

  • AJapan and Vietnam
  • BTaiwan and South Korea
  • CThailand and Malaysia
  • DSingapore and Indonesia
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Correct Answer: Option B β€” Taiwan and South Korea
Explanation: Taiwan and South Korea are global leaders in semiconductor manufacturing, hosting major firms such as TSMC and Samsung, making them central to global supply chains for advanced technology.
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