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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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162
Medium css fpsc ppsc

Which Pakistani body regulates electronic media and broadcasting content standards?

  • A PTA
  • B PEMRA
  • C FIA
  • D NAB
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Correct Answer: Option B — PEMRA
Explanation: The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority PEMRA regulates broadcasting licensing and content standards across television and radio outlets operating throughout Pakistan.
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Medium css fpsc ppsc

Which Pakistani regulatory body oversees telecommunications operators and licensing?

  • A PEMRA
  • B PTA
  • C SECP
  • D NEPRA
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Correct Answer: Option B — PTA
Explanation: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority PTA regulates telecom services spectrum allocation and licensing for mobile and internet service providers operating across the country.
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Easy pms

Which Pakistani exam primarily recruits officers for provincial administrative cadres?

  • A CSS
  • B PMS
  • C NTS
  • D FPSC entry test
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Correct Answer: Option B — PMS
Explanation: The Provincial Management Service PMS examination recruits officers for provincial administrative cadres with a focus on governance and administrative relevance at the provincial level.
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165
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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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Hard css fpsc

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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167
Hard fpsc nts

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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168
Hard css fpsc

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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Hard css fpsc

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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Hard fpsc nts

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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Medium ppsc nts

Which Pakistani city experienced a deadly thunderstorm killing at least 18 people in early 2026?

  • A Lahore
  • B Karachi
  • C Multan
  • D Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: Option B — Karachi
Explanation: At least 18 people were killed due to a severe thunderstorm in Karachi in early 2026 highlighting the city's vulnerability to extreme and unpredictable weather events.
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Hard css fpsc

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 three mobile network operators are commonly cited together in Pakistan telecom current affairs MCQs?

  • A Telenor Jazz and Ufone
  • B Jazz Zong and Ufone
  • C Telenor Zong and Jazz
  • D Ufone Telenor and Zong
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Correct Answer: Option B — Jazz Zong and Ufone
Explanation: Jazz Zong and Ufone are among the major mobile network operators referenced in current affairs regarding telecom sector mergers and regulatory developments in Pakistan.
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Which party won the most seats in the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly election?

  • A Pakistan Muslim League-N
  • B Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf
  • C Pakistan Peoples Party
  • D Awami Action Committee
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Correct Answer: Option C — Pakistan Peoples Party
Explanation: The Pakistan Peoples Party won the most seats in the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly election strengthening its political presence in the region's local governance structure.
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited which country on an official trip in late February 2026?

  • A Saudi Arabia
  • B Qatar
  • C UAE
  • D Turkey
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Correct Answer: Option B — Qatar
Explanation: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif undertook an official visit to Qatar from 23 to 24 February 2026 primarily to explore new avenues of bilateral cooperation between the two nations.
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To what level did Pakistan's poverty rate rise according to February 2026 reports?

  • A 11 year high of 29 percent
  • B 5 year high of 20 percent
  • C 15 year high of 35 percent
  • D 8 year high of 25 percent
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Correct Answer: Option A — 11 year high of 29 percent
Explanation: Reports in February 2026 indicated Pakistan's poverty rate climbed to an 11 year high of 29 percent highlighting a deepening economic crisis facing the country.
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In February 2026 who was posted as Pakistan's Ambassador to Sweden?

  • A Munir Akram
  • B Ubaidur Rehman Nizamani
  • C Masood Khan
  • D Sahebzada Ahmed Khan
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Correct Answer: Option B — Ubaidur Rehman Nizamani
Explanation: Ubaidur Rehman Nizamani was posted as Pakistan's Ambassador to Sweden in February 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations with the Scandinavian nation.
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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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