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Which region saw heavy security presence amid 2026 protests as reported in current affairs?

  • A Azad Kashmir Muzaffarabad
  • B Gilgit Baltistan
  • C Hunza Valley
  • D Kashmir Line of Control
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Correct Answer: Option A — Azad Kashmir Muzaffarabad
Explanation: Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir saw a heavy security presence amid protests in 2026 reflecting heightened political and security sensitivities in the region.
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Which Pakistani city's army helicopter Mi-17 crashed in 2026 due to a technical fault?

  • A Skardu
  • B Muzaffarabad
  • C Pakistan-administered Kashmir
  • D Gilgit
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Correct Answer: Option C — Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Explanation: An army Mi-17 helicopter crashed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir in 2026 due to a reported technical fault prompting officials to launch a formal inquiry into the incident.
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Which constitutional package introduced equal representation constitutional benches at the Supreme Court of Pakistan?

  • A 26th Amendment
  • B 27th Amendment
  • C 24th Amendment
  • D 22nd Amendment
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Correct Answer: Option B — 27th Amendment
Explanation: The 27th Amendment package introduced reforms establishing equal representation constitutional benches at the Supreme Court alongside changes to High Court constitutional bench structures.
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Which body is responsible for appointing Pakistan's Chief Justice under recent constitutional changes discussed in current affairs?

  • A President of Pakistan
  • B Parliamentary Committee
  • C Chairman Senate
  • D Prime Minister
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Correct Answer: Option B — Parliamentary Committee
Explanation: Under recent constitutional reforms a Parliamentary Committee plays a central role in the Chief Justice appointment process reflecting changes to judicial appointment procedures in Pakistan.
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Which Balochistan district saw twelve BLA militants killed in a police station and bank attack in January 2026?

  • A Kharan
  • B Khuzdar
  • C Panjgur
  • D Mastung
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Correct Answer: Option A — Kharan
Explanation: Twelve BLA militants were killed in an attack on a police station and two banks in Kharan District Balochistan on 15 January 2026 during a major security operation.
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Which district saw a bomb attack on a police vehicle killing six officers in January 2026?

  • A Tank
  • B Bannu
  • C Lakki Marwat
  • D Dera Ismail Khan
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Correct Answer: Option A — Tank
Explanation: Six police officers were killed in a bomb attack on their vehicle in Tank District Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on 12 January 2026 reflecting persistent militant threats against law enforcement.
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Which Pakistani journalist sentencing case made headlines in January 2026 related to the 2023 protests?

  • A Imran Riaz Khan case
  • B Multiple journalists sentenced to life imprisonment
  • C Arshad Sharif inquiry
  • D Matiullah Jan case
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Correct Answer: Option B — Multiple journalists sentenced to life imprisonment
Explanation: An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad sentenced multiple journalists and social media personalities to life imprisonment in January 2026 on charges of inciting violence during the 2023 protests.
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How many civilians were reported displaced due to Afghanistan-Pakistan border fighting according to UNHCR in March 2026?

  • A At least 50000
  • B At least 75000
  • C At least 100000
  • D At least 150000
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Correct Answer: Option C — At least 100000
Explanation: The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees reported at least 100000 civilians displaced due to fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan along their shared border in March 2026.
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Which Pakistani city saw protests turn deadly following the assassination of Ali Khamenei in 2026 current affairs reports?

  • A Lahore
  • B Islamabad
  • C Karachi
  • D Peshawar
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Correct Answer: Option C — Karachi
Explanation: Hundreds of protesters attempted to storm the United States consulate in Karachi following Ali Khamenei's assassination leading to clashes with security forces and several deaths.
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Which Pakistani city saw a three story building collapse from a suspected gas explosion in February 2026?

  • A Soldier Bazaar Karachi
  • B Anarkali Lahore
  • C Saddar Peshawar
  • D Liaquatabad Karachi
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Correct Answer: Option A — Soldier Bazaar Karachi
Explanation: A three story building collapsed following a suspected gas explosion in Soldier Bazaar Karachi on 19 February 2026 killing 16 people in one of the city's deadliest building incidents.
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What was the primary purpose of a notable 2026 Gulf meeting involving Pakistan according to current affairs sources?

  • A To sign a trade agreement among Muslim countries
  • B To discuss Middle East climate policy
  • C To consolidate regional backing for de-escalation
  • D To establish a peacekeeping force
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Correct Answer: Option C — To consolidate regional backing for de-escalation
Explanation: The meeting aimed to consolidate regional backing for de-escalation and prepare the ground for subsequent US-Iran talks reflecting Pakistan's active diplomatic engagement in the crisis.
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Which four countries were noted together regarding regional diplomatic backing efforts in 2026 current affairs?

  • A Pakistan China Russia Iran
  • B Pakistan Saudi Arabia Turkiye Egypt
  • C Pakistan UAE Jordan Qatar
  • D Pakistan USA UK France
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Correct Answer: Option C — Pakistan UAE Jordan Qatar
Explanation: Pakistan UAE Jordan and Qatar were noted in 2026 current affairs as consolidating regional backing for de-escalation efforts ahead of broader US-Iran talks.
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Which Islamabad High Court ruling in 2026 concerned the annulment of a judge's appointment?

  • A Justice Tariq Jahangiri's appointment
  • B Justice Mansoor Ali Shah's appointment
  • C Justice Qazi Faez Isa's appointment
  • D Justice Ayesha Malik's appointment
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Correct Answer: Option A — Justice Tariq Jahangiri's appointment
Explanation: The Islamabad High Court annulled Justice Tariq Jahangiri's appointment in 2026 citing an invalid law degree as the primary reason underscoring strict judicial credential standards.
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Which province was the target of a deadly mining site attack on 23 April 2026?

  • A Sindh
  • B Balochistan
  • C Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
  • D Punjab
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Correct Answer: Option B — Balochistan
Explanation: Nine people were killed in an attack on a mining site in Chagai Balochistan on 23 April 2026 underscoring continued security challenges in the resource rich province.
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Which district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced a deadly car bombing targeting police on 10 May 2026?

  • A Bannu
  • B Tank
  • C Dera Ismail Khan
  • D Lakki Marwat
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Correct Answer: Option A — Bannu
Explanation: A car bombing in Fateh Khel in Bannu District killed at least 12 police officers and wounded five others on 10 May 2026 reflecting ongoing militant violence in the region.
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Near which port city were Pakistan Coast Guard personnel ambushed by BLA militants in 2026?

  • A Karachi
  • B Gwadar
  • C Ormara
  • D Pasni
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Correct Answer: Option B — Gwadar
Explanation: Three Pakistan Coast Guard personnel were killed in a Balochistan Liberation Army ambush on a patrol boat in the Arabian Sea near Gwadar in 2026 highlighting persistent maritime security threats.
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Which US official confirmed America shared a 15 point peace plan with Iran through Pakistan in 2026?

  • A Steve Witkoff
  • B Marco Rubio
  • C Pete Hegseth
  • D Mike Waltz
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Correct Answer: Option A — Steve Witkoff
Explanation: Middle East special envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed that the United States shared a 15 point peace plan with Iran through the Pakistani government highlighting Pakistan's diplomatic role.
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Which country mediated the release of three Pakistani soldiers captured by Afghanistan in 2026?

  • A Qatar
  • B Saudi Arabia
  • C UAE
  • D Turkey
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Correct Answer: Option B — Saudi Arabia
Explanation: Saudi Arabia mediated the release of three Pakistani soldiers captured by Afghanistan during the earlier conflict with the soldiers released on 17 February 2026.
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Until what date did the 2026 Afghanistan-Pakistan ceasefire initially last?

  • A 15 March
  • B 18 March
  • C 23 March
  • D 30 March
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Correct Answer: Option C — 23 March
Explanation: Afghanistan and Pakistan declared a ceasefire in the 2026 conflict that was set to last until 23 March providing temporary relief amid escalating cross border tensions.
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Which two Afghan provinces were targeted in Pakistani airstrikes on 22 February 2026?

  • A Kabul and Kandahar
  • B Nangarhar and Paktika
  • C Herat and Balkh
  • D Helmand and Ghazni
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Correct Answer: Option B — Nangarhar and Paktika
Explanation: On 22 February 2026 Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan's Nangarhar and Paktika provinces targeting militant hideouts linked to cross border terrorism against Pakistani forces.
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