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

  • A Hydropower
  • B Solar power
  • C Geothermal
  • D Tidal energy
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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The African Union's headquarters is located in which city?

  • A Cairo
  • B Addis Ababa
  • C Nairobi
  • D Lagos
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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Which global ranking system annually assesses passport strength based on visa-free travel access?

  • A World Passport Index
  • B Henley Passport Index
  • C Global Mobility Index
  • D Travel Freedom Report
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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The 'Special Investment Facilitation Council' (SIFC) established in Pakistan primarily aims to boost which sector?

  • A Tourism only
  • B Foreign investment across key sectors
  • C Education reforms
  • D Judicial reforms
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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Which Pakistani city has emerged as a key node in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor due to its deep-sea port?

  • A Karachi
  • B Gwadar
  • C Port Qasim
  • D Pasni
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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OPEC+ refers to OPEC member countries plus which other major oil-producing country that joined coordination efforts?

  • A United States
  • B Russia
  • C Canada
  • D Norway
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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Which country has historically maintained the world's largest foreign exchange reserves?

  • A United States
  • B Japan
  • C China
  • D Switzerland
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Correct Answer: Option C — 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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Which organization annually publishes the Global Competitiveness Report ranking countries' economic competitiveness?

  • A IMF
  • B World Economic Forum
  • C World Bank
  • D United Nations
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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The term 'Artificial Intelligence Act' refers to a major regulatory framework adopted by which entity?

  • A United Nations
  • B European Union
  • C World Trade Organization
  • D G7
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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Which two East Asian economies are frequently cited for their leadership in semiconductor chip manufacturing?

  • A Japan and Vietnam
  • B Taiwan and South Korea
  • C Thailand and Malaysia
  • D Singapore and Indonesia
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Correct Answer: Option B — 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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Which African country recently witnessed significant political instability through a series of military coups in the Sahel region?

  • A Kenya
  • B Niger
  • C South Africa
  • D Egypt
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Correct Answer: Option B — Niger
Explanation: Niger experienced a military coup in 2023, part of a broader wave of instability across the Sahel region, where several countries have seen unconstitutional changes of government in recent years.
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Which body is responsible for issuing international arrest warrants and investigating war crimes globally?

  • A Interpol
  • B International Criminal Court
  • C United Nations Security Council
  • D International Court of Justice
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Correct Answer: Option B — International Criminal Court
Explanation: The International Criminal Court, based in The Hague, investigates and prosecutes individuals for war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity, issuing arrest warrants under its jurisdiction.
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Which sea route has become strategically significant due to repeated attacks on shipping vessels in recent regional conflicts?

  • A Strait of Malacca
  • B Red Sea
  • C English Channel
  • D Strait of Gibraltar
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Correct Answer: Option B — Red Sea
Explanation: The Red Sea shipping lanes have witnessed repeated attacks on commercial vessels amid regional tensions, disrupting global trade routes and raising shipping insurance costs significantly in recent years.
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The term 'Quad' in international relations refers to a strategic dialogue between which four countries?

  • A US-India-Japan-Australia
  • B US-China-Russia-India
  • C UK-France-Germany-Italy
  • D US-Pakistan-China-Russia
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Correct Answer: Option A — US-India-Japan-Australia
Explanation: The Quad refers to the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue among the United States, India, Japan, and Australia, focused on cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region amid growing strategic competition.
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Which country hosted the COP28 climate change conference in 2023?

  • A Egypt
  • B United Arab Emirates
  • C United Kingdom
  • D France
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Correct Answer: Option B — United Arab Emirates
Explanation: The United Arab Emirates hosted COP28 in Dubai in 2023, where nations negotiated commitments related to fossil fuel transition and global climate finance mechanisms.
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The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a global infrastructure development strategy launched by which country?

  • A Russia
  • B China
  • C Japan
  • D India
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Correct Answer: Option B — China
Explanation: China launched the Belt and Road Initiative in 2013, an extensive global infrastructure and investment program aimed at enhancing connectivity through land and maritime trade routes across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
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Which organization publishes the annual Human Development Index (HDI) ranking countries on health, education, and income?

  • A World Bank
  • B United Nations Development Programme
  • C IMF
  • D WHO
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Correct Answer: Option B — United Nations Development Programme
Explanation: The United Nations Development Programme publishes the Human Development Index annually, ranking countries based on life expectancy, education levels, and per capita income indicators.
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Which country was removed from the FATF grey list in 2022 after completing its action plan?

  • A India
  • B Pakistan
  • C Bangladesh
  • D Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: Option B — Pakistan
Explanation: Pakistan was removed from the FATF grey list in October 2022 after successfully completing its action plan addressing deficiencies in anti-money laundering and counter-terror financing frameworks.
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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) primarily monitors which global issue?

  • A Climate finance
  • B Money laundering and terror financing
  • C Trade tariffs
  • D Currency exchange rates
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Correct Answer: Option B — Money laundering and terror financing
Explanation: The Financial Action Task Force is an intergovernmental body that sets standards and monitors compliance regarding money laundering and terrorist financing, with countries placed on grey or black lists for non-compliance.
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Pakistan became a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in which year?

  • A 2015
  • B 2017
  • C 2019
  • D 2021
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Correct Answer: Option B — 2017
Explanation: Pakistan, along with India, was granted full membership of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in 2017, expanding the bloc's regional influence across South and Central Asia.
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