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Which Pakistani province has seen significant exploration and development activity related to copper and gold reserves at Reko Diq?

  • A Punjab
  • B Sindh
  • C Balochistan
  • D Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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Correct Answer: Option C — Balochistan
Explanation: The Reko Diq project in Balochistan holds one of the world's largest underdeveloped copper-gold deposits, with recent agreements aiming to attract foreign investment for its development.
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What is the primary purpose of the World Trade Organization's dispute settlement mechanism?

  • A Setting global tariffs
  • B Resolving trade disputes between member states
  • C Issuing currency regulations
  • D Managing global aid funds
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Correct Answer: Option B — Resolving trade disputes between member states
Explanation: The WTO's dispute settlement mechanism provides a structured process for member states to resolve trade disagreements, ensuring adherence to multilateral trade rules and preventing unilateral trade retaliation.
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Which country is the current chair of the African Union for diplomatic coordination purposes, a position that rotates annually?

  • A A fixed permanent member
  • B A rotating member state each year
  • C Only Nigeria
  • D Only South Africa
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Correct Answer: Option B — A rotating member state each year
Explanation: The chairmanship of the African Union rotates annually among member states, with the chairing country coordinating the bloc's diplomatic and policy priorities during its tenure.
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Which term refers to the rapid global adoption and regulatory debate over generative AI tools following major chatbot launches?

  • A Blockchain revolution
  • B Generative AI boom
  • C Quantum computing race
  • D 5G rollout
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Correct Answer: Option B — Generative AI boom
Explanation: The generative AI boom, accelerated by the public launch of advanced AI chatbots and tools, has sparked significant global investment, innovation, and regulatory debate over the technology's societal impact.
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Which Pakistani initiative was launched to provide digital financial inclusion and social protection support to low-income families?

  • A Ehsaas Programme
  • B Benazir Income Support Programme
  • C Both Ehsaas and BISP have served this role at different times
  • D Sehat Card only
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Correct Answer: Option C — Both Ehsaas and BISP have served this role at different times
Explanation: Pakistan has implemented social protection initiatives including the Benazir Income Support Programme and later the Ehsaas Programme, both aimed at providing financial assistance and digital inclusion for low-income households.
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Which country withdrew from the Paris Agreement on climate change during recent years before potentially rejoining?

  • A China
  • B United States
  • C India
  • D Germany
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Correct Answer: Option B — United States
Explanation: The United States withdrew from the Paris Agreement under a previous administration, citing economic concerns, before later rejoining, illustrating the shifting nature of global climate policy commitments across administrations.
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Which global agreement aims to phase down the production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) to combat climate change?

  • A Paris Agreement
  • B Kigali Amendment
  • C Kyoto Protocol
  • D Montreal Protocol
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Correct Answer: Option B — Kigali Amendment
Explanation: The Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, adopted in 2016, specifically targets the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbons, potent greenhouse gases used in refrigeration and air conditioning.
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Which Pakistani city was the site of significant flooding during the catastrophic monsoon floods of 2022?

  • A Quetta
  • B Sukkur
  • C Multan
  • D Peshawar
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Correct Answer: Option B — Sukkur
Explanation: Sindh province, including areas around Sukkur, witnessed catastrophic flooding during the 2022 monsoon season, displacing millions and causing extensive agricultural and infrastructural damage across Pakistan.
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The Global Peace Index, which ranks countries by their relative state of peace, is published by which organization?

  • A United Nations
  • B Institute for Economics and Peace
  • C World Bank
  • D Amnesty International
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Correct Answer: Option B — Institute for Economics and Peace
Explanation: The Institute for Economics and Peace publishes the Global Peace Index annually, ranking nations based on indicators related to safety, conflict, and militarization.
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Which global index tracks countries based on perceived levels of public sector corruption?

  • A Human Development Index
  • B Corruption Perceptions Index
  • C Global Peace Index
  • D Ease of Doing Business Index
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Correct Answer: Option B — Corruption Perceptions Index
Explanation: Transparency International publishes the Corruption Perceptions Index annually, ranking countries based on perceived levels of public sector corruption using various data sources and expert assessments.
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Which Pakistani exchange serves as the country's primary stock trading platform?

  • A Lahore Stock Exchange
  • B Pakistan Stock Exchange
  • C Islamabad Stock Exchange
  • D Karachi Commodity Exchange
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Correct Answer: Option B — Pakistan Stock Exchange
Explanation: The Pakistan Stock Exchange, formed through the merger of the Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad exchanges in 2016, serves as the country's unified primary platform for equity trading.
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The term 'De-dollarization' refers to global efforts by countries to reduce reliance on which currency in trade?

  • A Euro
  • B US Dollar
  • C Chinese Yuan
  • D Japanese Yen
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Correct Answer: Option B — US Dollar
Explanation: De-dollarization refers to efforts by various countries to reduce their dependence on the US Dollar for international trade and reserves, often pursuing alternative currencies or bilateral settlement arrangements.
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Which term describes the global economic slowdown combined with persistently high inflation experienced in recent years?

  • A Deflation
  • B Stagflation
  • C Hyperinflation
  • D Recession only
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Correct Answer: Option B — Stagflation
Explanation: Stagflation refers to an economic condition combining stagnant growth with high inflation, a phenomenon several economies grappled with following pandemic-related disruptions and energy price shocks.
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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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ASEAN, a regional bloc promoting economic and political cooperation, primarily includes countries from which region?

  • A South Asia
  • B Southeast Asia
  • C East Africa
  • D Central Asia
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Correct Answer: Option B — Southeast Asia
Explanation: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising countries in Southeast Asia, promoting economic growth, political stability, and regional cooperation.
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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 country hosted the 2024 Summer Olympic Games?

  • A Japan
  • B France
  • C United Kingdom
  • D Brazil
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Correct Answer: Option B — France
Explanation: France hosted the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, marking the city's third time hosting the event after 1900 and 1924.
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Which international sporting event was hosted by Qatar in 2022, marking the first time a Middle Eastern nation hosted it?

  • A Olympics
  • B FIFA World Cup
  • C Cricket World Cup
  • D Asian Games
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Correct Answer: Option B — FIFA World Cup
Explanation: Qatar made history in 2022 by becoming the first Middle Eastern country to host the FIFA World Cup, a landmark event that drew global attention to the region.
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China's economy is generally ranked as which position globally by nominal GDP in recent years?

  • A First
  • B Second
  • C Third
  • D Fifth
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Correct Answer: Option B — Second
Explanation: China consistently ranks as the world's second-largest economy by nominal GDP, behind the United States, while often being considered the largest when measured by purchasing power parity.
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Which country is generally recognized as currently holding the world's largest economy by nominal GDP?

  • A China
  • B United States
  • C Germany
  • D Japan
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Correct Answer: Option B — United States
Explanation: The United States continues to hold the position of the world's largest economy by nominal GDP, driven by its diverse industrial base, technological innovation, and large consumer market.
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