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Which Pakistani port is being developed as part of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor's key maritime hub?

  • A Karachi Port
  • B Gwadar Port
  • C Port Qasim
  • D Pasni Port
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Correct Answer: Option B — Gwadar Port
Explanation: Gwadar Port in Balochistan is being developed as a key maritime hub under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor aimed at boosting regional trade and connectivity for western China and Central Asia.
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Which Pakistani national airline serves as the country's flag carrier?

  • A Airblue
  • B Pakistan International Airlines
  • C SereneAir
  • D Fly Jinnah
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Correct Answer: Option B — Pakistan International Airlines
Explanation: Pakistan International Airlines PIA serves as the country's national flag carrier and has undergone significant restructuring and privatisation efforts in recent years to improve financial sustainability.
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Which Pakistani agency manages national census and demographic statistics?

  • A Pakistan Bureau of Statistics
  • B NADRA
  • C Planning Commission
  • D FBR
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Correct Answer: Option A — Pakistan Bureau of Statistics
Explanation: The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics PBS conducts national censuses and compiles demographic and economic statistics essential for policy planning and resource allocation across the country.
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Which Pakistani institution is the apex regulator overseeing higher education standards and university accreditation?

  • A HEC
  • B PEC
  • C PMDC
  • D PBC
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Correct Answer: Option A — HEC
Explanation: The Higher Education Commission HEC is the apex regulatory body overseeing university accreditation research funding and higher education quality standards across Pakistan.
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Which entity manages dam construction and water resource development in Pakistan?

  • A WAPDA
  • B IRSA
  • C PCRWR
  • D OGRA
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Correct Answer: Option A — WAPDA
Explanation: The Water and Power Development Authority WAPDA is responsible for planning and executing major dam and hydropower projects as well as broader water resource development across Pakistan.
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Which major infrastructure initiative connects Pakistan and China as part of broader regional connectivity projects?

  • A CPEC
  • B TAPI Pipeline
  • C IPI Pipeline
  • D SAARC Corridor
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Correct Answer: Option A — CPEC
Explanation: The China Pakistan Economic Corridor CPEC is a major infrastructure and connectivity initiative linking the two countries through energy transport and industrial cooperation projects.
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Which country is frequently described as Pakistan's all weather strategic partner in current affairs discussions?

  • A United States
  • B China
  • C Russia
  • D Saudi Arabia
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Correct Answer: Option B — China
Explanation: China is frequently described as Pakistan's all weather strategic partner reflecting deep economic and military cooperation including major projects under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor.
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Which economic indicator has been highlighted as rising significantly in Pakistan during 2026 current affairs coverage?

  • A Deflation
  • B Rising inflation
  • C Trade surplus
  • D Falling unemployment
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Correct Answer: Option B — Rising inflation
Explanation: Rising inflation continues to be highlighted as a significant economic challenge in Pakistan's 2026 current affairs coverage affecting cost of living and overall economic stability.
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Which constitutional document governs Pakistan's current parliamentary system?

  • A 1956 Constitution
  • B 1962 Constitution
  • C 1973 Constitution
  • D Government of India Act 1935
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Correct Answer: Option C — 1973 Constitution
Explanation: The 1973 Constitution remains Pakistan's supreme governing document establishing the parliamentary system and federal structure that continues to operate with subsequent amendments.
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Which body is constitutionally responsible for conducting general elections in Pakistan?

  • A Supreme Court
  • B Election Commission of Pakistan
  • C National Assembly
  • D President's Office
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Correct Answer: Option B — Election Commission of Pakistan
Explanation: The Election Commission of Pakistan ECP is the constitutional body responsible for organizing supervising and conducting general elections at federal and provincial levels.
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Which Pakistani city hosts the headquarters of the Election Commission of Pakistan?

  • A Lahore
  • B Karachi
  • C Islamabad
  • D Peshawar
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Correct Answer: Option C — Islamabad
Explanation: The Election Commission of Pakistan ECP is headquartered in Islamabad and is constitutionally responsible for organizing and conducting free and fair elections across the country.
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Which Pakistani province's Chief Minister position frequently changes and is tested in current affairs MCQs?

  • A Punjab
  • B Sindh
  • C Balochistan
  • D All provinces collectively
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Correct Answer: Option D — All provinces collectively
Explanation: Chief Ministers of all four provinces Punjab Sindh Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan are frequently updated current affairs topics due to periodic political and administrative changes.
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Which Pakistani exam preparation category includes Current Governors Chief Ministers and Chief Justices as recurring topics?

  • A Pakistan Affairs
  • B Islamic Studies
  • C General Science
  • D English Essay
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Correct Answer: Option A — Pakistan Affairs
Explanation: Pakistan Affairs as an exam subject frequently tests knowledge of current officeholders including Governors Chief Ministers Chief Justices and Ambassadors across the country's institutions.
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Which anti-corruption body is primarily responsible for investigating corruption cases against public officials in Pakistan?

  • A FIA
  • B NAB
  • C FBR
  • D SECP
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Correct Answer: Option B — NAB
Explanation: The National Accountability Bureau NAB is Pakistan's premier anti corruption body responsible for investigating and prosecuting corruption cases involving public officials and institutions.
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Which Pakistani authority is the apex tax collection agency at the federal level?

  • A SECP
  • B FBR
  • C NEPRA
  • D OGRA
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Correct Answer: Option B — FBR
Explanation: The Federal Board of Revenue FBR is Pakistan's apex tax collection authority responsible for administering income tax sales tax and customs duties across the entire country.
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Which Pakistani institution is the central bank responsible for monetary policy?

  • A Ministry of Finance
  • B State Bank of Pakistan
  • C Securities Exchange Commission
  • D National Bank of Pakistan
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Correct Answer: Option B — State Bank of Pakistan
Explanation: The State Bank of Pakistan SBP serves as the central bank responsible for monetary policy currency issuance and overall financial sector regulation across the country.
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Which Pakistani institution conducts the CSS examination for federal civil service recruitment?

  • A Punjab Public Service Commission
  • B Federal Public Service Commission
  • C National Testing Service
  • D Ministry of Establishment
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Correct Answer: Option B — Federal Public Service Commission
Explanation: The Federal Public Service Commission FPSC conducts Pakistan's Central Superior Services CSS examination recruiting officers for various federal government departments and ministries.
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Who serves as Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister in 2026?

  • A Bilawal Bhutto
  • B Ishaq Dar
  • C Khawaja Asif
  • D Mohsin Naqvi
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Correct Answer: Option B — Ishaq Dar
Explanation: Ishaq Dar holds the dual role of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and has led Pakistan's diplomatic efforts including mediating de-escalation during the 2026 Iran related conflict.
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Which organization coordinates regional cooperation among South Asian nations?

  • A ASEAN
  • B SAARC
  • C BRICS
  • D SCO
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Correct Answer: Option B — SAARC
Explanation: The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation SAARC promotes economic and regional integration among South Asian countries though activity has slowed in recent years.
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Which Pakistani authority is responsible for tax collection at the federal level?

  • A FBR
  • B SECP
  • C NEPRA
  • D OGRA
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Correct Answer: Option A — FBR
Explanation: The Federal Board of Revenue FBR is Pakistan's apex tax collection authority responsible for administering income tax sales tax and customs duties nationwide.
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