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Which ministry oversees information technology and telecommunication policy in Pakistan's federal government?

  • A Ministry of IT and Telecommunication
  • B Ministry of Science and Technology
  • C Ministry of Communications
  • D Ministry of Information
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Correct Answer: Option A — Ministry of IT and Telecommunication
Explanation: The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication formulates national IT policy regulates telecom infrastructure and promotes digital economic growth across Pakistan.
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Which Pakistani institution is responsible for planning and implementing national development projects?

  • A Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives
  • B Ministry of Finance
  • C Economic Affairs Division
  • D Board of Investment
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Correct Answer: Option A — Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives
Explanation: The Ministry of Planning Development and Special Initiatives is responsible for formulating and coordinating national development plans and major public sector infrastructure projects in Pakistan.
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Which day commemorates the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad PBUH observed as a national holiday in Pakistan?

  • A Ashura
  • B Eid Milad-un-Nabi
  • C Shab-e-Barat
  • D Eid-ul-Fitr
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Correct Answer: Option B — Eid Milad-un-Nabi
Explanation: Eid Milad-un-Nabi observed on 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal commemorates the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad PBUH and is marked as a national holiday across Pakistan each year.
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Which major regional grouping's meeting led the government to declare holidays in Islamabad and Rawalpindi?

  • A SAARC
  • B SCO meeting
  • C BRICS Summit
  • D G20 Summit
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Correct Answer: Option B — SCO meeting
Explanation: The Prime Minister declared holidays in Islamabad and Rawalpindi for the smooth conduct of a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation SCO meeting reflecting Pakistan's hosting responsibilities.
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Which Pakistani holiday was officially declared in connection with Allama Iqbal's birthday in recent government notifications?

  • A Allama Iqbal Day
  • B Defence Day
  • C Independence Day
  • D Quaid Day
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Correct Answer: Option A — Allama Iqbal Day
Explanation: The government declared a public holiday throughout the country on the occasion of Allama Iqbal Day honoring the poet philosopher regarded as the spiritual father of Pakistan.
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Which Pakistani city's port authority froze a proposed tariff hike in 2026 following the Maritime Minister's intervention?

  • A Gwadar Port
  • B Karachi Port Trust
  • C Port Qasim
  • D Bin Qasim Port
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Correct Answer: Option B — Karachi Port Trust
Explanation: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs froze a proposed 5 percent tariff increase at the Karachi Port Trust in 2026 to protect trade competitiveness and ease cost pressures on exporters.
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Which international financial institution discussed a Country Partnership Framework with Pakistan's Finance Minister?

  • A Asian Development Bank
  • B World Bank
  • C IMF
  • D IsDB
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Correct Answer: Option B — World Bank
Explanation: Pakistan's Finance Minister held discussions with the World Bank on investment reforms and job creation under the Country Partnership Framework reflecting ongoing development cooperation in 2026.
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Pakistan's government decided to appoint economic ministers in major world capitals as part of which broader strategy?

  • A Military diplomacy
  • B Economic diplomacy
  • C Cultural diplomacy
  • D Religious diplomacy
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Correct Answer: Option B — Economic diplomacy
Explanation: The federal government decided to appoint economic ministers in key world capitals in 2026 to strengthen Pakistan's economic diplomacy and attract foreign investment and trade partnerships.
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Which key economic cabinet body coordinates pricing and economic policy decisions in Pakistan?

  • A Economic Coordination Committee
  • B National Security Committee
  • C Council of Common Interests
  • D National Finance Commission
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Correct Answer: Option A — Economic Coordination Committee
Explanation: The Economic Coordination Committee ECC of the Cabinet plays a central role in approving major economic policy decisions including pricing subsidies and import related matters in Pakistan.
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Which cabinet committee was constituted by the Prime Minister to oversee state owned enterprises?

  • A Economic Coordination Committee
  • B Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises
  • C National Economic Council
  • D Privatisation Commission Board
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Correct Answer: Option B — Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises
Explanation: The Prime Minister constituted the Cabinet Committee on State-Owned Enterprises CCoSOEs under the Rules of Business 1973 to improve governance and oversight of public sector entities.
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Who chairs the Prime Minister's Youth Programme in 2026?

  • A Shaza Fatima Khawaja
  • B Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan
  • C Marriyum Aurangzeb
  • D Ahsan Iqbal
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Correct Answer: Option B — Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan
Explanation: Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan serves as Chairman of the Prime Minister's Youth Programme and has engaged in high level talks in Beijing to advance youth development initiatives in 2026.
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Who is Pakistan's Federal Minister for Power in 2026?

  • A Khurram Dastgir
  • B Sardar Awais Leghari
  • C Hammad Azhar
  • D Omar Ayub Khan
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Correct Answer: Option B — Sardar Awais Leghari
Explanation: Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari serves as Federal Minister for Power and has issued directives to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply across Pakistan in 2026.
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Who serves as Pakistan's Federal Minister for Economic Affairs in 2026?

  • A Omar Ayub Khan
  • B Ahad Khan Cheema
  • C Khusro Bakhtyar
  • D Hammad Azhar
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Correct Answer: Option B — Ahad Khan Cheema
Explanation: Ahad Khan Cheema serves as Federal Minister for Economic Affairs overseeing development cooperation programs and engagement with international lending institutions in 2026.
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Who is Pakistan's Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue in 2026?

  • A Ishaq Dar
  • B Miftah Ismail
  • C Muhammad Aurangzeb
  • D Shaukat Tarin
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Correct Answer: Option C — Muhammad Aurangzeb
Explanation: Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb serves as Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue and has held meetings with global firms like BYD Group on investment cooperation in 2026.
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Who is the current President of Pakistan?

  • A Arif Alvi
  • B Asif Ali Zardari
  • C Mamnoon Hussain
  • D Pervez Musharraf
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Correct Answer: Option B — Asif Ali Zardari
Explanation: Asif Ali Zardari took oath as President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on 10 March 2024 and continues to serve in this constitutional role into 2026.
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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 constitutional amendment is most associated with provincial autonomy debates discussed in Pakistan's current affairs?

  • A 8th Amendment
  • B 18th Amendment
  • C 21st Amendment
  • D 26th Amendment
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Correct Answer: Option B — 18th Amendment
Explanation: The 18th Amendment remains central to ongoing provincial autonomy debates in Pakistan's current affairs as it significantly devolved powers and resources to the provinces.
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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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