Current Affairs MCQs — Thursday, 2 July 2026
335 questions from this date for FPSC, PPSC, NTS, PTS & other Pakistan government job exams. Click Show Answer on any question to reveal the correct option and explanation.
- Q1 Pakistan
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi predicted that the PSL would soon become the world's number-one league, ahead of which rival league
💡 Explanation:Naqvi predicted PSL would overtake the Indian Premier League (IPL) as the world's top T20 league.
- Q2 Pakistan
Who is the current captain of Pakistan's Test cricket team, per the latest lineup
💡 Explanation:Shan Masood currently captains Pakistan's Test cricket team.
- Q3 Pakistan
Who serves as the CEO of the Pakistan Super League and advisor to the PCB Chairman
💡 Explanation:Salman Naseer serves as CEO of the PSL and advisor to the PCB Chairman.
- Q4 Pakistan
In 2025, Pakistan successfully hosted which major ICC tournament for the first time in nearly three decades
💡 Explanation:Pakistan hosted the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, its first major ICC tournament on home soil in almost 30 years.
- Q5 Pakistan
At the 84th PCB BoG meeting, match fees for Quaid-e-Azam Trophy players were raised from PKR 30,000 to how much per match
💡 Explanation:Match fees for Quaid-e-Azam Trophy players were increased from PKR 30,000 to PKR 100,000 per match.
- Q6 Pakistan
At the 84th PCB Board of Governors meeting in June 2026, the Board approved a budget for which upcoming PSL edition
💡 Explanation:The 84th BoG meeting approved the budget for the 12th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League.
- Q7 Pakistan
From which two new cities did PSL franchises debut in its expansion to eight teams
💡 Explanation:Sialkot Stallionz and Hyderabad Kingsmen were added as the seventh and eighth PSL franchises.
- Q8 Pakistan
Which franchise was sold for a record PKR 2.45 billion in February 2026, the most expensive franchise sale in PSL history
💡 Explanation:The Multan Sultans franchise was purchased by Walee Technologies for PKR 2.45 billion, a record sale in PSL history.
- Q9 Pakistan
As of the 2026 season, how many city-based franchise teams does the Pakistan Super League feature
💡 Explanation:The PSL expanded to feature eight city-based franchise teams as of the 2026 season.
- Q10 Pakistan
Who was named Player of the Tournament and Best Bowler in HBL PSL 11
💡 Explanation:Left-arm wrist-spinner Sufyan Moqim took 22 wickets and was named Player of the Tournament and Best Bowler in PSL 11.
- Q11 Pakistan
Who was named captain of the HBL PSL 11 Team of the Tournament after finishing as the season's leading run-scorer
💡 Explanation:Babar Azam was named captain of the PSL 11 Team of the Tournament, having scored 558 runs and led Peshawar Zalmi to the title.
- Q12 Pakistan
Which team was the runner-up in HBL PSL 11 (2026), making its debut in the tournament
💡 Explanation:Hyderabad Kingsmen, a debutant franchise, finished as runners-up in HBL PSL 11.
- Q13 Pakistan
Who won the 11th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), held in 2026
💡 Explanation:Peshawar Zalmi won HBL PSL 11 in 2026, defeating debutants Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets in the final in Lahore.
- Q14 Pakistan
Which Pakistani cricketer stepped down as white-ball captain in October 2024, paving the way for a leadership reshuffle
💡 Explanation:Babar Azam resigned from the white-ball captaincy in October 2024, leading to Mohammad Rizwan's appointment.
- Q15 Pakistan
Who is the current captain of Pakistan's T20I cricket team
💡 Explanation:Salman Ali Agha currently captains Pakistan's T20I side after being appointed in 2025.
- Q16 Pakistan
Who is the current Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)
💡 Explanation:Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as Federal Interior Minister, currently chairs the Pakistan Cricket Board.
- Q17 Pakistan
How many CPEC projects worth more than US$25 billion have been completed nationally as of 2026
💡 Explanation:38 CPEC projects worth more than US$25 billion have been completed, including 17 energy initiatives valued at $18 billion.
- Q18 Pakistan
CPEC Phase-II is structured around how many "Corridors" of focus
💡 Explanation:CPEC Phase-II is built around Five Corridors: Growth, Innovation, Green Development, Livelihood, and Regional Connectivity.
- Q19 Pakistan
CPEC Phase-II was officially launched at which meeting
💡 Explanation:CPEC Phase-II was officially launched at the 14th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting held in Beijing.
- Q20 Pakistan
Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said CPEC 2.0's next stage would prioritize industrial development, agriculture, IT, mining and which other area
💡 Explanation:Ishaq Dar said CPEC 2.0 would prioritize industrialization, agriculture, IT, mining and human resource development.
- Q21 Pakistan
What is the original estimated value of CPEC when it was first announced
💡 Explanation:CPEC was originally valued at approximately US$46 billion when first announced.
- Q22 Pakistan
Which militant group has claimed responsibility for attacks targeting CPEC infrastructure and Chinese nationals in Balochistan
💡 Explanation:The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has explicitly targeted CPEC and Chinese nationals, seeking their removal from Balochistan.
- Q23 Pakistan
CPEC Phase Two's energy framework aims to pivot toward which types of power generation
💡 Explanation:CPEC Phase Two's energy framework is designed to pivot away from coal toward solar, wind, hydropower and energy storage.
- Q24 Pakistan
Under Phase One of CPEC, approximately what percentage of energy investment went to coal-fired power
💡 Explanation:Nearly 75% of CPEC Phase One's energy investment was allocated to coal, a share Phase Two aims to shift toward greener sources.
- Q25 Pakistan
Approximately how many shipping containers did Gwadar Port process in April 2026 alone
💡 Explanation:Gwadar Port processed around 11,000 shipping containers in April 2026 alone, compared to about 8,300 for all of 2025 combined.
- Q26 Pakistan
Which Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer is set to begin assembling EVs in Pakistan by mid-2026
💡 Explanation:BYD is set to assemble electric vehicles in Pakistan by mid-2026, reflecting CPEC's shift beyond traditional infrastructure.
- Q27 Pakistan
The number of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) under CPEC 2.0 has surged to how many
💡 Explanation:The number of Special Economic Zones under CPEC 2.0 has surged to 44, as reported by Pakistan's Board of Investment.
- Q28 Pakistan
Which international financial institutions joined a consortium to help finance the ML-1 railway project after China stepped back from sole financing
💡 Explanation:The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) joined Chinese lenders in a consortium to help finance ML-1.
- Q29 Pakistan
In September 2025, China stepped back from solely financing which major CPEC railway project
💡 Explanation:China stepped back from solely financing the ML-1 railway upgrade, prompting Pakistan to seek financing from a consortium including ADB and AIIB.
- Q30 Pakistan
CPEC energy projects have added approximately how much capacity to Pakistan's national power grid
💡 Explanation:Completed CPEC energy projects have added approximately 9,504 megawatts to Pakistan's national power grid.
- Q31 Pakistan
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Corridors of CPEC Phase-II
💡 Explanation:The Five Corridors are Growth, Innovation, Green Development, Livelihood, and Regional Connectivity — Defence is not among them.
- Q32 Pakistan
CPEC Phase-II is aligned with which framework of Pakistan's government, built around 5 "E"s
💡 Explanation:CPEC Phase-II is aligned with Pakistan's Uraan Pakistan 5Es Framework, covering Exports, E-Pakistan, Energy, Environment, and Equity.
- Q33 Pakistan
Who is Pakistan's Federal Planning Minister who has been leading CPEC Phase-II negotiations
💡 Explanation:Ahsan Iqbal Chaudry, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, has led CPEC Phase-II negotiations with China.
- Q34 Pakistan
Where was the 15th JCC meeting proposed to be held, marking the 75th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations
💡 Explanation:Ahsan Iqbal proposed that the 15th JCC meeting be held in Islamabad in 2026, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
- Q35 Pakistan
In May 2025, China, Pakistan and which third country agreed to extend CPEC during a trilateral meeting in Beijing
💡 Explanation:China, Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to expand CPEC to Afghanistan during a trilateral meeting on 21 May 2025.
- Q36 Pakistan
As of 2026, approximately how many projects were originally envisioned under CPEC
💡 Explanation:Approximately 90 projects were originally envisioned under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor as of 2026.
- Q37 Pakistan
What was Pakistan's Human Development Index (HDI) value in the 2025 UNDP report
💡 Explanation:Pakistan's HDI value stood at 0.544 in the UNDP Human Development Report 2025.
- Q38 Pakistan
In the Global Peace Index 2025, Pakistan was ranked at position
💡 Explanation:Pakistan ranked 144th out of 163 countries in the Global Peace Index 2025.
- Q39 Pakistan
Which country has ranked as the most peaceful nation in the Global Peace Index for many consecutive years
💡 Explanation:Iceland has consistently ranked as the world's most peaceful country in the Global Peace Index.
- Q40 Pakistan
The Global Peace Index is published by which organization
💡 Explanation:The Global Peace Index is produced by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP).
- Q41 Pakistan
In 2025, Moody's upgraded Pakistan's sovereign credit rating from Caa2 to
💡 Explanation:Moody's upgraded Pakistan's local and foreign currency issuer ratings from Caa2 to Caa1 with a stable outlook in 2025.
- Q42 Pakistan
In April 2025, Fitch Ratings upgraded Pakistan's sovereign rating to
💡 Explanation:Fitch upgraded Pakistan to B- with a stable outlook in April 2025.
- Q43 Pakistan
On 24 July 2025, S&P Global upgraded Pakistan's sovereign rating to
💡 Explanation:S&P Global Ratings raised Pakistan's rating to B- with a stable outlook on 24 July 2025.
- Q44 Pakistan
Which three major credit rating agencies all upgraded Pakistan's sovereign rating in 2025
💡 Explanation:Pakistan received rating upgrades from all three major global agencies — Moody's, Fitch, and S&P — in 2025.
- Q45 Pakistan
For the first time in how many years did Pakistan record a current account surplus in fiscal year 2025
💡 Explanation:Pakistan recorded its first current account surplus in 14 years in fiscal year 2025.
- Q46 Pakistan
Pakistan's record remittances in fiscal year 2025 amounted to approximately what percentage of GDP
💡 Explanation:Record remittances of about US$39 billion were equivalent to roughly 9.5% of GDP in fiscal year 2025.
- Q47 Pakistan
Approximately how much did Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves rise to by July 2025, including central bank gold holdings, from a multi-year low in December 2022
💡 Explanation:Reserves rose from a multi-year low of US$6.7 billion in December 2022 to about US$20.5 billion by July 2025, including gold holdings.
- Q48 Pakistan
In the 2026 Global Peace Index edition, which reflects a decline for Pakistan compared to the 2025 report, Pakistan was ranked around position
💡 Explanation:The 2026 GPI shows Pakistan's rank slipping to around 152nd, reflecting deteriorating peacefulness indicators for the region.
- Q49 Pakistan
The Corruption Perceptions Index is published annually by which organization
💡 Explanation:The Corruption Perceptions Index is published annually by Transparency International, headquartered in Berlin.
- Q50 Pakistan
Which country topped the Corruption Perceptions Index 2025 for the eighth consecutive year
💡 Explanation:Denmark topped the CPI 2025 with a score of 89, retaining the top spot for the eighth consecutive year.
- Q51 Pakistan
What was Pakistan's CPI score in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index
💡 Explanation:Pakistan scored 28 out of 100 in the CPI 2025, up one point from 27 in 2024.
- Q52 Pakistan
In the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025 by Transparency International, Pakistan ranked at position
💡 Explanation:Pakistan ranked 136th out of 182 countries in the CPI 2025, an improvement from 135th in 2024.
- Q53 Pakistan
According to the UNDP 2025 report, Pakistan's life expectancy at birth is approximately
💡 Explanation:Pakistan's life expectancy at birth stood at approximately 67.6 years per the UNDP Human Development Report 2025.
- Q54 Pakistan
In the Human Development Report 2025, Pakistan's Gender Inequality Index rank was
💡 Explanation:Pakistan ranked 145th out of 172 countries on the Gender Inequality Index in the 2025 report.
- Q55 Pakistan
The Human Development Index was originally conceived by which Pakistani economist
💡 Explanation:The HDI was devised by Pakistani economist Mahbub ul-Haq and first published by UNDP in 1990.
- Q56 Pakistan
In the UNDP Human Development Report 2025, Pakistan ranked at which position out of 193 countries
💡 Explanation:Pakistan ranked 168th out of 193 countries in the 2025 Human Development Report, placing it in the low human development category.
- Q57 World
Who is the current Prime Minister of India
💡 Explanation:Narendra Modi currently serves as Prime Minister of India.
- Q58 World
Who is the current President of Russia
💡 Explanation:Vladimir Putin currently serves as President of the Russian Federation.
- Q59 World
Who is the current President of China
💡 Explanation:Xi Jinping currently serves as President of the People's Republic of China.
- Q60 World
Who serves as the current Premier of China, the head of government
💡 Explanation:Li Qiang currently serves as Premier of the State Council of China, the head of government.
- Q61 World
Who is the current President of the United States
💡 Explanation:Donald Trump currently serves as President of the United States.
- Q62 World
Who is the current Field Marshal-rank army chief of Pakistan involved in mediating regional tensions with Iran in 2026
💡 Explanation:Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan's army chief, made multiple trips to Tehran as part of mediation efforts in 2026.
- Q63 World
Who is the current President of Iran, who took office after the death of his predecessor in a helicopter crash
💡 Explanation:Masoud Pezeshkian became President of Iran following the death of Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash.
- Q64 World
The President of the United Nations General Assembly during the 2026 UN Secretary-General selection process was
💡 Explanation:Annalena Baerbock served as President of the UN General Assembly during the 2026 Secretary-General selection process.
- Q65 World
Whose term as UN Secretary-General is set to conclude on 31 December 2026
💡 Explanation:Antonio Guterres's term as UN Secretary-General is scheduled to conclude on 31 December 2026.
- Q66 World
Which former Chilean President was nominated by Chile, Brazil and Mexico as a candidate for UN Secretary-General in early 2026
💡 Explanation:Michelle Bachelet was jointly nominated by Chile, Brazil and Mexico in February 2026 for UN Secretary-General.
- Q67 World
Which country's government withdrew its support for Michelle Bachelet's UN Secretary-General candidacy in March 2026
💡 Explanation:Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast announced in March 2026 that his government would withdraw support for Bachelet's candidacy.
- Q68 World
Sanae Takaichi holds a notable distinction as Japan's
💡 Explanation:Sanae Takaichi is the first woman to serve as Prime Minister of Japan.
- Q69 World
Who is the current Prime Minister of Japan
💡 Explanation:Sanae Takaichi currently serves as Prime Minister of Japan.
- Q70 World
Who is the current President of France
💡 Explanation:Emmanuel Macron currently serves as President of France.
- Q71 World
Who is the current Chancellor of Germany
💡 Explanation:Friedrich Merz currently serves as Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.
- Q72 World
Who holds the position of Supreme Leader of Iran, the country's head of state
💡 Explanation:Ali Khamenei serves as the Supreme Leader of Iran, the highest constitutional authority in the country.
- Q73 World
Who is the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
💡 Explanation:Andy Burnham became UK Prime Minister on 20 July 2026, succeeding Keir Starmer, who resigned as Labour leader and PM on 22 June 2026 after a party leadership crisis.
- Q74 World
Who is the current President of India
💡 Explanation:Droupadi Murmu has served as the 15th President of India since July 2022.
- Q75 World
Droupadi Murmu is notable as the first President of India from which background
💡 Explanation:Droupadi Murmu is the first person from a tribal community to become President of India.
- Q76 World
Ajay Banga is notable for being the first person of which origin to lead the World Bank
💡 Explanation:Ajay Banga, born in India and later a US citizen, is the first Indian-American to lead the World Bank.
- Q77 World
Ajay Banga is the how-many-th President of the World Bank
💡 Explanation:Ajay Banga is the 14th President of the World Bank Group.
- Q78 World
Who is the current President of the World Bank Group
💡 Explanation:Ajay Banga has served as President of the World Bank Group since June 2023.
- Q79 World
Who is the current Secretary-General of the United Nations
💡 Explanation:Antonio Guterres of Portugal serves as the current UN Secretary-General, with his term set to end on 31 December 2026.
- Q80 World
Which country is current UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres from
💡 Explanation:Antonio Guterres is a Portuguese politician and diplomat serving as UN Secretary-General.
- Q81 World
The selection process for the next UN Secretary-General to succeed Guterres formally began on which date
💡 Explanation:The formal selection process for the next UN Secretary-General began on 25 November 2025.
- Q82 World
Who is the current Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
💡 Explanation:Kristalina Georgieva serves as the current Managing Director of the IMF.
- Q83 World
Kristalina Georgieva previously served as CEO of which institution before becoming IMF chief
💡 Explanation:Georgieva previously served as CEO of the World Bank before her appointment as IMF Managing Director.
- Q84 World
Ajay Banga previously served as CEO of which major company before leading the World Bank
💡 Explanation:Ajay Banga served as CEO of Mastercard for a decade before becoming World Bank President.
- Q85 World
Who is the current Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO)
💡 Explanation:Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has served as WHO Director-General since 2017.
- Q86 World
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus is notable as the first WHO Director-General from which region
💡 Explanation:Tedros is the first person from the WHO African Region to head the organization.
- Q87 World
Before leading the WHO, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus served in Ethiopia's government in which two ministerial roles
💡 Explanation:Tedros served as Ethiopia's Minister of Health and later Minister of Foreign Affairs before leading WHO.
- Q88 World
Who is the current Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO)
💡 Explanation:Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has served as WTO Director-General since March 2021.
- Q89 World
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is notable for being the first person of which nationality and gender to lead the WTO
💡 Explanation:Okonjo-Iweala is the first woman and first African to serve as WTO Director-General.
- Q90 World
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala began her second four-year term as WTO Director-General on which date
💡 Explanation:Following her reappointment in November 2024, Okonjo-Iweala began her second term on 1 September 2025.
- Q91 World
Who is the current Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
💡 Explanation:Hissein Brahim Taha of Chad has served as OIC Secretary-General since November 2021.
- Q92 World
Hissein Brahim Taha is the how-many-th Secretary-General of the OIC
💡 Explanation:Hissein Brahim Taha is the 12th Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.
- Q93 World
Which Pakistani diplomat served as the 5th Secretary-General of the OIC from 1985 to 1988
💡 Explanation:Syed Sharifuddin Pirzada of Pakistan served as OIC Secretary-General from 1985 to 1988.
- Q94 World
Who is the current President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB)
💡 Explanation:Masato Kanda has served as President of the Asian Development Bank since February 2025.
- Q95 World
Masato Kanda assumed office as ADB President to complete the unexpired term of which predecessor
💡 Explanation:Kanda took over to complete the unexpired term of President Asakawa, who had resigned.
- Q96 World
The Asian Development Bank is headquartered in which city
💡 Explanation:The Asian Development Bank is headquartered in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines.
- Q97 Pakistan
Who did Bilal Ahmad replace as Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
💡 Explanation:Bilal Ahmad replaced Ahmed Farooq, who returned to Islamabad after his posting in Saudi Arabia.
- Q98 Pakistan
Who is the current Pakistani Ambassador to Italy
💡 Explanation:Ali Javed currently serves as Pakistan's Ambassador to Italy, having been granted an extension.
- Q99 Pakistan
Who was appointed as Pakistan's Ambassador to Norway in the early 2026 diplomatic reshuffle
💡 Explanation:Asim Ali Khan was appointed as Pakistan's Ambassador to Norway in the reshuffle approved by PM Shehbaz Sharif.
- Q100 Pakistan
Who is the current Pakistani Ambassador to China
💡 Explanation:Khalil Hashmi currently serves as Pakistan's Ambassador to China, having received an extension despite completing his tenure.
- Q101 Pakistan
Who is the current Pakistani Ambassador to the United States
💡 Explanation:Rizwan Saeed Sheikh currently serves as Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States.
- Q102 Pakistan
Before his UN nomination, Tahir Hussain Andrabi served in which role
💡 Explanation:Tahir Hussain Andrabi served as the Foreign Office spokesperson before his nomination as Permanent Representative to the UN.
- Q103 Pakistan
Who was appointed as Pakistan's Ambassador to Uganda in the early 2026 diplomatic reshuffle
💡 Explanation:Asad Shehzad was appointed as Pakistan's Ambassador to Uganda in the same reshuffle.
- Q104 Pakistan
How many key diplomatic appointments and transfers did PM Shehbaz Sharif approve in the February 2026 reshuffle
💡 Explanation:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved a total of 24 important diplomatic postings and transfers in the reshuffle.
- Q105 Pakistan
Which senior Pakistani diplomat, quoted discussing Pakistan's mediation role in 2026, previously served as Ambassador to both the US and the UN
💡 Explanation:Masood Khan, who served as Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States and later to the United Nations, commented on Pakistan's historic mediation role.
- Q106 Pakistan
Which former Pakistani ambassador to China was quoted describing Pakistan's diplomatic role as a "quieter, more consistent thread"
💡 Explanation:Naghmana Hashmi, a former Pakistani ambassador to China, offered this description of Pakistan's diplomatic approach.
- Q107 Pakistan
Pakistan's embassy to which Gulf country is located in Abu Dhabi
💡 Explanation:Pakistan's Embassy to the United Arab Emirates is located in Abu Dhabi.
- Q108 Pakistan
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defence agreement in which year, relevant to their close diplomatic ties in 2026
💡 Explanation:Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defence agreement in September of the preceding year, referenced during the 2026 regional crisis.
- Q109 Pakistan
Who was nominated as Pakistan's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom in early 2026
💡 Explanation:Captain (retd) Usman Tipu was nominated as Pakistan's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom.
- Q110 Pakistan
Usman Tipu replaced which outgoing High Commissioner to the UK who was a contender for Foreign Secretary
💡 Explanation:Captain (retd) Usman Tipu replaced Dr Faisal, who was among the leading contenders for the post of Foreign Secretary.
- Q111 Pakistan
Who was posted as Pakistan's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia in early 2026
💡 Explanation:Bilal Ahmad was posted to Saudi Arabia as Pakistan's Ambassador, moving from Pakistan's UN mission in Geneva.
- Q112 Pakistan
Who was nominated as Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations in early 2026
💡 Explanation:Tahir Hussain Andrabi, formerly the Foreign Office spokesperson, was nominated as Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN.
- Q113 Pakistan
Who is the current Pakistani Ambassador to Greece
💡 Explanation:Aamir Aftab Qureshi currently serves as Pakistan's Ambassador to Greece, having been granted an extension.
- Q114 Pakistan
Bilal Ahmad, posted as Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, was previously serving at which mission
💡 Explanation:Bilal Ahmad was posted to Saudi Arabia from Pakistan's UN mission in Geneva.
- Q115 Pakistan
Who is the current Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Yousaf Raza Gilani currently serves as Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan.
- Q116 Pakistan
Who is the current Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Sardar Ayaz Sadiq currently serves as Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan.
- Q117 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Asim Munir currently serves as Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan.
- Q118 Pakistan
Asim Munir holds which military rank as of 2026
💡 Explanation:Asim Munir was promoted to the rank of Field Marshal, a rare honour in Pakistan's military history.
- Q119 Pakistan
Who is the current Director General of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI)
💡 Explanation:Lieutenant General Muhammad Asim Malik currently serves as Director General of the ISI.
- Q120 Pakistan
Who is the current Chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)
💡 Explanation:Rashid Mahmood Langrial, a Harvard graduate, currently serves as Chairman FBR.
- Q121 Pakistan
Rashid Mahmood Langrial replaced which outgoing FBR Chairman who sought early retirement
💡 Explanation:Rashid Mahmood Langrial replaced Amjad Zubair Tiwana, who had sought early retirement from FBR.
- Q122 Pakistan
Before becoming FBR Chairman, Rashid Mahmood Langrial served as Chief Secretary of which region
💡 Explanation:Rashid Mahmood Langrial previously served as Chief Secretary of Gilgit-Baltistan before his FBR appointment.
- Q123 Pakistan
Who is the current Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB)
💡 Explanation:Lt. General (R) Nazir Ahmed Butt has served as Chairman of the National Accountability Bureau since March 2023.
- Q124 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan, continuing in office beyond his original term under the 26th Amendment
💡 Explanation:Sikandar Sultan Raja's five-year term as CEC ended in January 2025, but he continues serving under the 26th Amendment until a successor is appointed.
- Q125 Pakistan
Sikandar Sultan Raja was originally appointed as Chief Election Commissioner in which year
💡 Explanation:Sikandar Sultan Raja was appointed Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan on 27 January 2020 for a five-year term.
- Q126 Pakistan
Under the 26th Constitutional Amendment, what happens when a Chief Election Commissioner's term expires before a successor is named
💡 Explanation:Under the 26th Amendment, the outgoing Chief Election Commissioner continues fulfilling duties until a new appointment is made.
- Q127 Pakistan
Who serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, and met the Iranian President during his 2026 visit
💡 Explanation:Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, was among the top officials who met Iran's President during his 2026 Pakistan visit.
- Q128 Pakistan
Which Pakistani army chief made multiple visits to Tehran as part of mediation efforts during the 2026 Iran-Israel tensions
💡 Explanation:Field Marshal Asim Munir, Pakistan's army chief, travelled to Tehran at least twice as part of mediation efforts.
- Q129 Pakistan
The President of Pakistan appoints the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan based on whose advice
💡 Explanation:As a ceremonial head bound by the 18th Amendment, the President appoints the SBP Governor on the advice of the Prime Minister and federal cabinet.
- Q130 Pakistan
Who is the current President of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Asif Ali Zardari is the 14th and current President of Pakistan, having assumed office on 10 March 2024.
- Q131 Pakistan
Asif Ali Zardari is the how-many-th President of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Asif Ali Zardari serves as the 14th President of Pakistan.
- Q132 Pakistan
Asif Ali Zardari previously served as President of Pakistan during which period
💡 Explanation:Zardari previously served as the 11th President of Pakistan from 2008 to 2013, before returning to the office in 2024.
- Q133 Pakistan
Who was elected Speaker of the 4th Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly in June 2026
💡 Explanation:Imran Nadeem of the PPP was elected unopposed as Speaker of the 4th Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly.
- Q134 Pakistan
Who was elected Deputy Speaker of the 4th Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly in June 2026
💡 Explanation:Malik Kifayat ur Rehman of PML-N was elected unopposed as Deputy Speaker of the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly.
- Q135 Pakistan
Who administered the oath of office to the newly elected Speaker of the GB Assembly in June 2026
💡 Explanation:Outgoing Speaker Nazir Ahmed administered the oath of office to newly elected members and the new Speaker.
- Q136 Pakistan
Which party won the most general seats in the June 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections
💡 Explanation:The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) won ten general seats, emerging as the largest party in the 2026 elections.
- Q137 Pakistan
Amjad Hussain Azar became the how-many-th elected Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan
💡 Explanation:Amjad Hussain Azar became the fifth Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan following his unopposed election.
- Q138 Pakistan
How many general seats did PML-N win in the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections
💡 Explanation:PML-N emerged as the second largest party with six general seats in the 2026 GB Assembly elections.
- Q139 Pakistan
Which coalition partners supported Amjad Hussain's unopposed election as Chief Minister
💡 Explanation:PPP formed government with the support of PML-N and Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP).
- Q140 Pakistan
Who was named Leader of the Opposition in the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly despite supporting the consensus candidates for CM, Speaker and Deputy Speaker
💡 Explanation:PML-N President and former Chief Minister Hafiz Hafeezur Rehman was nominated as Leader of the Opposition despite backing the ruling coalition's candidates.
- Q141 Pakistan
Who served as caretaker Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan before the June 2026 elections
💡 Explanation:Retired Justice Yar Muhammad Nasir served as the caretaker Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, sworn in on 26 November 2025.
- Q142 Pakistan
The caretaker cabinet under Yar Muhammad Nasir was sworn in on which date
💡 Explanation:The 12-member caretaker cabinet of Yar Muhammad Nasir, including two advisors, was sworn in on 6 January 2026.
- Q143 Pakistan
How many members did the caretaker Gilgit-Baltistan cabinet under Yar Muhammad Nasir have
💡 Explanation:The caretaker cabinet consisted of twelve ministers and two advisors under Yar Muhammad Nasir.
- Q144 Pakistan
Amjad Hussain Azar was elected Chief Minister from which constituency
💡 Explanation:Amjad Hussain Azar was elected to the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly from GBA-1 Gilgit-I constituency.
- Q145 Pakistan
The Cabinet of Gilgit-Baltistan, under standard composition, consists of the Chief Minister plus how many ministers and advisors
💡 Explanation:The Cabinet of Gilgit-Baltistan is structured to consist of twelve ministers and two advisors, along with the Chief Minister.
- Q146 Pakistan
Amjad Hussain Azar currently serves as President of which party's Gilgit-Baltistan chapter
💡 Explanation:Amjad Hussain Azar serves as President of the Pakistan Peoples Party's Gilgit-Baltistan chapter.
- Q147 Pakistan
Amjad Hussain Azar previously served as Leader of the Opposition in the GB Assembly during which period
💡 Explanation:Amjad Hussain Azar served as Leader of the Opposition in the Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly from November 2020 to July 2023.
- Q148 Pakistan
Sarfraz Bugti has served as Chief Minister of Balochistan since which year
💡 Explanation:Sarfraz Bugti has served as Chief Minister of Balochistan since March 2024.
- Q149 Pakistan
Who holds the Health portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Sardar Faisal Khan Jamali became the provincial minister for Health in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q150 Pakistan
Who administered the oath to the Sarfraz Bugti provincial cabinet in March 2024
💡 Explanation:Governor of Balochistan Abdul Wali Kakar administered the oath to the newly formed provincial cabinet.
- Q151 Pakistan
Who holds the Livestock and Dairy Development portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Bakht Mohammad Kakar holds the Livestock and Dairy Development portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q152 Pakistan
Who holds the portfolio of Finance and Mines & Minerals in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Mir Shoaib Nosherwani holds the Finance and Mines and Minerals portfolios in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q153 Pakistan
Who holds the Planning and Development portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Mir Zahoor Ahmed Buledi holds the Planning and Development portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q154 Pakistan
Who holds the Home, Tribal Affairs and Prisons portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Mir Ziaullah Langove holds the Home, Tribal Affairs and Prisons portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q155 Pakistan
Who holds the Irrigation portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Mir Mohammad Sadiq Umrani holds the Irrigation portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q156 Pakistan
Who holds the Revenue portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Mir Asim Kurd holds the Revenue portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q157 Pakistan
Who holds the Local Government and Rural Development portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Sardar Sarfaraz Khan Domki holds the Local Government and Rural Development portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q158 Pakistan
Who holds the Agriculture and Cooperatives portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet
💡 Explanation:Mir Ali Madad Jattak holds the Agriculture and Cooperatives portfolio in the Balochistan cabinet.
- Q159 Pakistan
Sarfraz Bugti was elected Chief Minister of Balochistan in 2024 with the support of which coalition partner besides his own party
💡 Explanation:Sarfraz Bugti was elected unopposed as Chief Minister with support from both PPP and PML-N.
- Q160 Pakistan
The Sarfraz Bugti provincial cabinet, sworn in March 2024, initially had how many members
💡 Explanation:The 14-member Balochistan provincial cabinet under Sarfraz Bugti was sworn in on 2 March 2024.
- Q161 Pakistan
Sarfraz Bugti has served as chief of which tribe since December 2025
💡 Explanation:Sarfraz Bugti has served as chief of the Bugti tribe in Balochistan since 29 December 2025.
- Q162 Pakistan
Sarfraz Bugti served as the country's caretaker Interior Minister starting in which year
💡 Explanation:Sarfraz Bugti took oath as caretaker federal Interior Minister on 17 August 2023, resigning in December 2023 to contest elections.
- Q163 Pakistan
Which portfolio did Sarfraz Bugti hold before becoming Chief Minister of Balochistan
💡 Explanation:Prior to becoming Chief Minister, Sarfraz Bugti served as Home and Tribal Affairs Minister of Balochistan.
- Q164 Pakistan
As of mid-2026, PPP and PML-N reportedly agreed that Sarfraz Bugti would continue as Balochistan CM instead of what earlier arrangement
💡 Explanation:The parties had reportedly earlier discussed a power-sharing arrangement with rotating chief ministers every two-and-a-half years, but instead agreed to retain Bugti.
- Q165 Pakistan
Only how many Chief Ministers in Balochistan's entire history have completed a full 5-year constitutional term
💡 Explanation:Only one Chief Minister has completed a full five-year constitutional term in the history of Balochistan, reflecting the province's political volatility.
- Q166 Pakistan
By May 2026, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cabinet had expanded to how many total members
💡 Explanation:The KP Cabinet expanded to 31 members in May 2026, including ministers, advisers and special assistants.
- Q167 Pakistan
Sohail Afridi was sworn in as Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on which date
💡 Explanation:Sohail Afridi was sworn in as KP Chief Minister on 15 October 2025, two days after his election.
- Q168 Pakistan
Sohail Afridi replaced which outgoing Chief Minister of KP
💡 Explanation:Sohail Afridi replaced Ali Amin Gandapur as Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in October 2025.
- Q169 Pakistan
Sohail Afridi was elected as KP Chief Minister on whose directive, according to reports
💡 Explanation:Reports indicate Sohail Afridi was elected KP Chief Minister on the directive of PTI founder Imran Khan.
- Q170 Pakistan
How many members did Sohail Afridi's initial KP cabinet have when first formed
💡 Explanation:The initial KP cabinet under Sohail Afridi comprised 13 members: 10 ministers, two advisers, and one special assistant.
- Q171 Pakistan
Who was retained as Finance Adviser in Sohail Afridi's initial KP cabinet
💡 Explanation:Muzamil Aslam, the only non-elected member of the cabinet, was retained as Finance Adviser, a role he also held under Ali Amin Gandapur.
- Q172 Pakistan
Who was appointed as Special Assistant and expected government spokesperson in the initial Afridi cabinet
💡 Explanation:Shafi Jan was appointed Special Assistant and was expected to take over as government spokesperson.
- Q173 Pakistan
Which spokesperson was dropped when Shafi Jan was appointed in the new KP cabinet
💡 Explanation:Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, who had served as spokesperson under multiple former CMs, was dropped amid internal disagreements.
- Q174 Pakistan
Following the May 2026 expansion, how many provincial ministers did KP have including the Chief Minister
💡 Explanation:With the expansion, the number of ministers including the Chief Minister rose to 17.
- Q175 Pakistan
The expanded KP cabinet strength of 31 members exceeded the constitutional ceiling under which article
💡 Explanation:The cabinet expansion exceeded the ceiling set under Article 130 of the Constitution, which limits ministers to 15 and advisers to five.
- Q176 Pakistan
Under Article 130 of the Constitution, what is the maximum number of provincial ministers allowed
💡 Explanation:Article 130 sets a constitutional ceiling of a maximum of 15 provincial ministers.
- Q177 Pakistan
Who approved the summary for the May 2026 KP cabinet expansion
💡 Explanation:KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi returned the summary forwarded by CM Sohail Afridi after granting approval for the cabinet expansion.
- Q178 Pakistan
Which of the following was among the six new ministers inducted in the May 2026 KP cabinet expansion
💡 Explanation:Nazir Ahmed Abbasi was among the six new ministers inducted during the May 2026 KP cabinet expansion.
- Q179 Pakistan
Which of the following was among the four new advisers inducted in the May 2026 KP cabinet expansion
💡 Explanation:Pir Musawwar Khan was among the four new advisers inducted during the KP cabinet expansion in May 2026.
- Q180 Pakistan
Which party opted to stay in opposition rather than join Murad Ali Shah's third Sindh cabinet
💡 Explanation:PPP's ally MQM-P opted to remain in opposition rather than join the Sindh provincial government in 2024.
- Q181 Pakistan
Murad Ali Shah is the only Sindh Chief Minister to have served how many consecutive terms
💡 Explanation:Murad Ali Shah became the first and only Chief Minister of Sindh to serve three consecutive terms.
- Q182 Pakistan
Who administered the oath of office to the new Sindh cabinet sworn in March 2024
💡 Explanation:Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori administered the oath to the newly appointed Sindh cabinet members in March 2024.
- Q183 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Advisor for Inter-Provincial Coordination
💡 Explanation:Ehsanur Rehman Mazari serves as Advisor to the Sindh Chief Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination.
- Q184 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Advisor for Forests and Wildlife
💡 Explanation:Allah Dino Khan Bhayo serves as Advisor to the Sindh Chief Minister for the Department of Forests and Wildlife.
- Q185 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Minister for Culture, Tourism, Antiquities and Archives
💡 Explanation:Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah holds the portfolio of Culture, Tourism, Antiquities and Archives in the Sindh cabinet.
- Q186 Pakistan
Which additional portfolio does Sindh Education Minister Sardar Ali Shah hold
💡 Explanation:Alongside School and College Education, Sardar Ali Shah also holds the Mines and Minerals Development portfolio.
- Q187 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Minister for School Education and Literacy
💡 Explanation:Sardar Ali Shah holds the School Education and Literacy portfolio, along with College Education and Mines and Minerals Development.
- Q188 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Minister for Health and Population Welfare
💡 Explanation:Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho holds the portfolio of Health and Population Welfare in the Sindh provincial cabinet.
- Q189 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Minister for Energy and Planning & Development
💡 Explanation:Syed Nasir Hussain Shah holds the portfolios of Energy and Planning and Development in the Sindh cabinet.
- Q190 Pakistan
Murad Ali Shah became Chief Minister of Sindh for how many consecutive terms as of 2024
💡 Explanation:Syed Murad Ali Shah was elected Chief Minister of Sindh for the third consecutive time in the 2024 provincial election.
- Q191 Pakistan
Which additional department does Sindh minister Sharjeel Inam Memon oversee
💡 Explanation:Sharjeel Inam Memon also holds the Excise, Taxation and Narcotics portfolio alongside Transport and Mass Transit.
- Q192 Pakistan
Murad Ali Shah is a graduate of which engineering university
💡 Explanation:Murad Ali Shah is a structural engineer who studied at the NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi.
- Q193 Pakistan
Which portfolios did Murad Ali Shah hold before becoming Chief Minister of Sindh
💡 Explanation:Before becoming Chief Minister in 2016, Murad Ali Shah served as Minister for Irrigation and later as Finance Minister of Sindh.
- Q194 Pakistan
Who is the current Sindh Minister for Transport and Mass Transit
💡 Explanation:Sharjeel Inam Memon holds the Transport and Mass Transit portfolio in the Sindh cabinet, along with Excise, Taxation and Narcotics.
- Q195 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Communication & Works
💡 Explanation:Sohaib Ahmed Malik holds the portfolio of Communication and Works, with Law as an additional portfolio.
- Q196 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Irrigation
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Kazim Pirzada holds the Irrigation portfolio in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q197 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Housing, Urban Development & Public Health Engineering
💡 Explanation:Bilal Yasin holds the portfolio of Housing, Urban Development and Public Health Engineering.
- Q198 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Sports
💡 Explanation:Faisal Ayub Khokhar holds the Sports portfolio, with Labour and Human Resource as an additional charge.
- Q199 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Finance
💡 Explanation:Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman holds the Finance portfolio in the Punjab cabinet, with Parliamentary Affairs as an additional charge.
- Q200 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Information and Culture
💡 Explanation:Azma Zahid Bukhari holds the portfolio of Information, with Culture as an additional portfolio, in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q201 Pakistan
Which portfolios does Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb hold in the Punjab cabinet
💡 Explanation:Marriyum Aurangzeb holds Planning and Development, Environment Protection and Climate Change, and Forestry, Fisheries and Wildlife, among other portfolios.
- Q202 Pakistan
Who is the Senior Minister in Maryam Nawaz's Punjab cabinet
💡 Explanation:Marriyum Aurangzeb was made Senior Minister of Punjab, effectively acting as the deputy Chief Minister.
- Q203 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for School Education
💡 Explanation:Rana Sikandar Hayat holds the School Education portfolio, with Higher Education as an additional charge.
- Q204 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Agriculture
💡 Explanation:Syed Muhammad Ashiq Hussain Kirmani holds the Agriculture portfolio in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q205 Pakistan
How many female ministers were part of the initial Punjab cabinet under Maryam Nawaz
💡 Explanation:The initial cabinet included two female ministers: Marriyum Aurangzeb and Azma Bukhari.
- Q206 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Mines & Minerals
💡 Explanation:Sardar Sher Ali Gorchani holds the Mines and Minerals portfolio in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q207 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Minorities Affairs
💡 Explanation:Ramesh Singh Arora, the first Sikh provincial minister in Punjab, holds the Minorities Affairs portfolio.
- Q208 Pakistan
Ramesh Singh Arora, current Punjab Minister for Minorities Affairs, belongs to which community
💡 Explanation:Ramesh Singh Arora is the first minister from the Sikh community in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q209 Pakistan
When was Maryam Nawaz's 18-member Punjab cabinet initially sworn in
💡 Explanation:The initial 18-member Punjab provincial cabinet took oath on 6 March 2024.
- Q210 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education
💡 Explanation:Khawaja Salman Rafique holds the portfolio of Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education, along with Punjab Emergency Services.
- Q211 Pakistan
Which additional department does Punjab Specialized Healthcare Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique oversee
💡 Explanation:Khawaja Salman Rafique also oversees Punjab Emergency Services (Rescue 1122) as an additional portfolio.
- Q212 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Bait-ul-Maal & Social Welfare
💡 Explanation:Sohail Shaukat Butt holds the portfolio of Bait-ul-Maal and Social Welfare in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q213 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Health & Population (Primary Health)
💡 Explanation:Khawaja Imran Nazir holds the Health and Population portfolio, covering primary and secondary healthcare in Punjab.
- Q214 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Transport and Mass Transit
💡 Explanation:Bilal Akbar Khan holds the portfolio of Transport and Mass Transit in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q215 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Local Government & Community Development
💡 Explanation:Zeeshan Rafique holds the portfolio of Local Government and Community Development in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q216 Pakistan
Which additional portfolio does Punjab Industries Minister Shafay Hussain hold
💡 Explanation:Shafay Hussain holds Auqaf and Religious Affairs as an additional portfolio alongside Industries, Commerce and Investment.
- Q217 Pakistan
Who is the current Punjab Minister for Industries, Commerce & Investment
💡 Explanation:Chaudhry Shafay Hussain, son of Chaudhry Shujaat Hussain, holds the portfolio of Industries, Commerce and Investment in the Punjab cabinet.
- Q218 Pakistan
Which additional portfolio does Punjab Finance Minister Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman hold
💡 Explanation:Alongside Finance, Mian Mujtaba Shuja-ur-Rehman also holds the additional portfolio of Parliamentary Affairs.
- Q219 Pakistan
Which party does the current Chief Minister of Sindh, Murad Ali Shah, belong to
💡 Explanation:Murad Ali Shah is a senior leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party, the ruling party in Sindh.
- Q220 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
💡 Explanation:Sohail Afridi currently serves as the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Q221 Pakistan
Which party does the current KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi belong to
💡 Explanation:Sohail Afridi is a leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the ruling party in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Q222 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Minister of Balochistan
💡 Explanation:Sarfraz Bugti currently serves as the Chief Minister of Balochistan.
- Q223 Pakistan
How many votes did Faisal Mumtaz Rathore secure to become AJK Prime Minister
💡 Explanation:Rathore was elected with 36 votes in the 52-member AJK Legislative Assembly.
- Q224 Pakistan
Faisal Mumtaz Rathore became AJK Prime Minister after a no-confidence motion against whom
💡 Explanation:Faisal Mumtaz Rathore took office after a successful no-confidence motion against Chaudhry Anwarul Haq.
- Q225 Pakistan
Faisal Mumtaz Rathore is the how-many-th Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir
💡 Explanation:Faisal Mumtaz Rathore was elected as the 16th Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir.
- Q226 Pakistan
Who is the current Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir
💡 Explanation:Faisal Mumtaz Rathore has served as Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir since November 2025.
- Q227 Pakistan
In the 2026 Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, which party emerged as the largest
💡 Explanation:The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) won ten general seats, emerging as the largest party in the 2026 GB Assembly elections.
- Q228 Pakistan
Who administered the oath of office to the caretaker CM of Gilgit-Baltistan, Yar Muhammad, in November 2025
💡 Explanation:Governor Syed Mehdi Shah administered the oath of office to caretaker Chief Minister Yar Muhammad.
- Q229 Pakistan
Amjad Hussain, current CM of Gilgit-Baltistan, previously served as President of which body
💡 Explanation:Before becoming Chief Minister, Amjad Hussain served as President of the Gilgit-Baltistan High Court Bar Association.
- Q230 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan
💡 Explanation:Advocate Amjad Hussain, PPP President in Gilgit-Baltistan, was elected Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan in June 2026 with broad cross-party support.
- Q231 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Minister of Punjab
💡 Explanation:Maryam Nawaz Sharif is the 19th and current Chief Minister of Punjab.
- Q232 Pakistan
The current Cabinet of Balochistan under Sarfraz Bugti consists of how many members
💡 Explanation:The current Cabinet of Balochistan under Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti consists of 14 members.
- Q233 Pakistan
Which province/territory in Pakistan most recently elected a new Chief Minister as of mid-2026
💡 Explanation:Gilgit-Baltistan elected Amjad Hussain as its new Chief Minister following the June 2026 assembly elections, the most recent among these.
- Q234 Pakistan
Which of the following is NOT a currently serving Chief Minister in Pakistan as of 2026
💡 Explanation:Ali Amin Gandapur was replaced as KP Chief Minister; Sohail Afridi currently holds the office.
- Q235 Pakistan
Who is the current Acting President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir
💡 Explanation:Chaudhry Latif Akbar has been serving as Acting President of AJK since 31 January 2026.
- Q236 Pakistan
Maryam Nawaz Sharif is the how-many-th Chief Minister of Punjab
💡 Explanation:Maryam Nawaz Sharif holds office as the 19th Chief Minister of Punjab.
- Q237 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Minister of Sindh
💡 Explanation:Syed Murad Ali Shah has served as Chief Minister of Sindh since 2016 and is a senior PPP leader.
- Q238 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Defence
💡 Explanation:Khawaja Muhammad Asif currently serves as the Federal Minister for Defence.
- Q239 Pakistan
Who is the current Prime Minister of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif serves as the current Prime Minister of Pakistan.
- Q240 Pakistan
Who is the current Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Mohammad Ishaq Dar holds the position of Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan.
- Q241 Pakistan
Mohammad Ishaq Dar holds Deputy Prime Minister along with which portfolio
💡 Explanation:Ishaq Dar serves as Deputy Prime Minister as well as Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs.
- Q242 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Finance
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Aurangzeb serves as Federal Minister for Finance, with an additional portfolio of Revenue.
- Q243 Pakistan
Which additional portfolio does Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb hold
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Aurangzeb holds Finance along with the additional portfolio of Revenue.
- Q244 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Defence Production
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Raza Hayat Harraj serves as Federal Minister for Defence Production.
- Q245 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control
💡 Explanation:Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi holds the portfolio of Interior and Narcotics Control.
- Q246 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting
💡 Explanation:Attaullah Tarar serves as Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting.
- Q247 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Information Technology & Telecommunication
💡 Explanation:Shaza Fatima Khawaja holds the portfolio of Information Technology and Telecommunication.
- Q248 Pakistan
Which portfolio does Ahad Khan Cheema hold in the federal cabinet
💡 Explanation:Ahad Khan Cheema serves as Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, with an additional portfolio of Establishment.
- Q249 Pakistan
Which additional portfolio does Economic Affairs Minister Ahad Khan Cheema hold
💡 Explanation:Ahad Khan Cheema holds the additional portfolio of Establishment alongside Economic Affairs.
- Q250 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Commerce
💡 Explanation:Jam Kamal Khan currently serves as the Federal Minister for Commerce.
- Q251 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Communication
💡 Explanation:Abdul Aleem Khan holds the portfolio of Communication in the federal cabinet.
- Q252 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Law and Justice
💡 Explanation:Azam Nazeer Tarar serves as Federal Minister for Law and Justice, with an additional portfolio of Human Rights.
- Q253 Pakistan
Which additional portfolio does Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar hold
💡 Explanation:Azam Nazeer Tarar holds the additional portfolio of Human Rights alongside Law and Justice.
- Q254 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives
💡 Explanation:Ahsan Iqbal Chaudry serves as Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives.
- Q255 Pakistan
Which federal ministry does Sardar Awais Leghari currently head
💡 Explanation:Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari currently heads the Ministry of Power.
- Q256 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Climate Change & Environmental Coordination
💡 Explanation:Musadik Masood Malik holds the portfolio of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination.
- Q257 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Board of Investment
💡 Explanation:Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh currently serves as Federal Minister for Board of Investment.
- Q258 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and States and Frontier Regions
💡 Explanation:Engr. Amir Muqam holds the portfolio of Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan and States and Frontier Regions.
- Q259 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Housing and Works
💡 Explanation:Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada serves as Federal Minister for Housing and Works.
- Q260 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Science & Technology
💡 Explanation:Khalid Hussain Magsi holds the portfolio of Science and Technology in the federal cabinet.
- Q261 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony
💡 Explanation:Sardar Muhammad Yousaf currently serves as Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
- Q262 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety
💡 Explanation:Syed Imran Ahmad Shah holds the portfolio of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety.
- Q263 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs
💡 Explanation:Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhary currently serves as Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs.
- Q264 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis & Human Resource Development
💡 Explanation:Chaudhry Salik Hussain holds the portfolio of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development.
- Q265 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for National Heritage & Culture
💡 Explanation:Aurangzeb Khan Khichi serves as Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture.
- Q266 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations & Coordination
💡 Explanation:Syed Mustafa Kamal holds the portfolio of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination.
- Q267 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research
💡 Explanation:Rana Tanveer Hussain currently serves as Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research.
- Q268 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Railways
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Hanif Abbasi holds the portfolio of Railways in the current federal cabinet.
- Q269 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Water Resources
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Mueen Wattoo serves as Federal Minister for Water Resources.
- Q270 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Petroleum
💡 Explanation:Ali Pervaiz Malik currently serves as the Federal Minister for Petroleum.
- Q271 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Power
💡 Explanation:Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari holds the portfolio of Power in the federal cabinet.
- Q272 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training
💡 Explanation:Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui serves as Federal Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training.
- Q273 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Junaid Anwar holds the portfolio of Maritime Affairs in the federal cabinet.
- Q274 Pakistan
Who is the current Federal Minister for Public Affairs Unit
💡 Explanation:Rana Mubashar Iqbal serves as Federal Minister for the Public Affairs Unit.
- Q275 Pakistan
Which federal ministry portfolio does Khawaja Muhammad Asif currently hold
💡 Explanation:Khawaja Muhammad Asif currently holds the portfolio of Defence in the federal cabinet.
- Q276 Pakistan
Which federal ministry does Syed Mustafa Kamal currently head
💡 Explanation:Syed Mustafa Kamal currently serves as Federal Minister for National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination.
- Q277 Pakistan
Which federal ministry does Ahsan Iqbal currently head
💡 Explanation:Ahsan Iqbal Chaudry currently heads the Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives.
- Q278 Pakistan
Under the Constitution, the Chief Justice of Pakistan is chosen from among how many senior-most judges of the Supreme Court
💡 Explanation:A Special Parliamentary Committee selects the Chief Justice from among the three senior-most judges of the Supreme Court.
- Q279 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Justice Yahya Afridi has served as Chief Justice of Pakistan since 26 October 2024.
- Q280 Pakistan
The Judicial Commission of Pakistan approved permanent Chief Justices for how many major high courts in a single sitting in 2025
💡 Explanation:The Commission approved chief justices for four high courts: Peshawar, Balochistan, Sindh, and Islamabad.
- Q281 Pakistan
Predecessor of Yahya Afridi as Chief Justice of Pakistan was
💡 Explanation:Justice Qazi Faez Isa served as Chief Justice of Pakistan immediately before Yahya Afridi.
- Q282 Pakistan
Who is the Chief Justice of Pakistan responsible for chairing the Judicial Commission of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:The Chief Justice of Pakistan chairs the Judicial Commission that recommends judges and chief justices for appointment.
- Q283 Pakistan
Iqbal Hameedur Rahman, current CJ of the Federal Shariat Court, was the first constitutional Chief Justice of which court
💡 Explanation:Following the 18th Amendment, he was elevated as the first constitutional Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court on 3 January 2011.
- Q284 Pakistan
Who administered the oath of office to Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rahman as Chief Justice of the Federal Shariat Court
💡 Explanation:Chief Justice of Pakistan Umar Ata Bandial administered the oath to Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rahman on 1 June 2023.
- Q285 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Federal Shariat Court
💡 Explanation:Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rahman took oath as Chief Justice of the Federal Shariat Court on 1 June 2023.
- Q286 Pakistan
Rozi Khan was selected as Chief Justice of Balochistan High Court ahead of which other nominees
💡 Explanation:Justice Rozi Khan was confirmed ahead of two other nominees, Justice Muhammad Kamran Khan and Justice Iqbal Ahmed Kasi.
- Q287 Pakistan
Yahya Afridi became Chief Justice of Pakistan on
💡 Explanation:Justice Yahya Afridi assumed office as CJP on 26 October 2024, succeeding Qazi Faez Isa.
- Q288 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court
💡 Explanation:Justice Aalia Neelum has served as Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court since 11 July 2024.
- Q289 Pakistan
Aalia Neelum, current Chief Justice of Lahore High Court, took office in which year
💡 Explanation:Aalia Neelum became Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court on 11 July 2024.
- Q290 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court
💡 Explanation:Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar currently serves as Chief Justice of the Islamabad High Court.
- Q291 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Peshawar High Court
💡 Explanation:Justice SM Attique Shah was appointed permanent Chief Justice of the Peshawar High Court, confirmed by the Judicial Commission of Pakistan.
- Q292 Pakistan
SM Attique Shah was appointed Chief Justice of the Peshawar High Court from among how many candidates
💡 Explanation:Justice Attique Shah was selected from three candidates, alongside Justice Ijaz Anwar and Justice Arshad Ali.
- Q293 Pakistan
The Federal Shariat Court ranks as which highest judicial office in Pakistan
💡 Explanation:The Chief Justice of the Federal Shariat Court is considered the second-highest judicial office in the country after the CJP.
- Q294 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Balochistan High Court
💡 Explanation:Justice Rozi Khan was confirmed as Chief Justice of the Balochistan High Court based on his top seniority ranking.
- Q295 Pakistan
Who is the current Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court
💡 Explanation:Justice Muhammad Junaid Ghaffar was unanimously appointed permanent Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court, ranking highest in seniority.
- Q296 Pakistan
Which of the following governors was appointed most recently as of early 2026
💡 Explanation:Nehal Hashmi was appointed Governor of Sindh in March 2026, the most recent among these appointments.
- Q297 Pakistan
Syed Mehdi Shah is the how-many-th Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan
💡 Explanation:Syed Mehdi Shah holds office as the 8th Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Q298 Pakistan
Sardar Saleem Haider replaced which Governor of Punjab
💡 Explanation:Sardar Saleem Haider succeeded Baligh ur Rehman as Governor of Punjab in May 2024.
- Q299 Pakistan
Sardar Saleem Haider is the how-many-th Governor of Punjab
💡 Explanation:Sardar Saleem Haider holds the office as the 37th Governor of Punjab.
- Q300 Pakistan
Who is the current Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
💡 Explanation:Faisal Karim Kundi, a PPP leader and former deputy speaker of the National Assembly, was appointed Governor of KP in May 2024.
- Q301 Pakistan
Faisal Karim Kundi, current Governor KP, replaced which Governor
💡 Explanation:Faisal Karim Kundi succeeded Haji Ghulam Ali of JUI-F as Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Q302 Pakistan
Which political party does the current Governor of KP, Faisal Karim Kundi, belong to
💡 Explanation:Faisal Karim Kundi is a senior leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).
- Q303 Pakistan
Who is the current Governor of Balochistan
💡 Explanation:Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, a senior PML-N leader, became the 24th Governor of Balochistan on 4 May 2024.
- Q304 Pakistan
Jaffar Khan Mandokhail replaced which Governor of Balochistan
💡 Explanation:Mandokhail succeeded Abdul Wali Khan Kakar of the Balochistan National Party-Mengal as Governor of Balochistan.
- Q305 Pakistan
Which party does the current Governor of Balochistan, Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, represent
💡 Explanation:Jaffar Khan Mandokhail is a senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz.
- Q306 Pakistan
Who is the current Governor of Sindh
💡 Explanation:Nehal Hashmi of PML-N was appointed Governor of Sindh in March 2026, replacing Kamran Tessori.
- Q307 Pakistan
Nehal Hashmi, current Governor of Sindh, replaced which outgoing Governor
💡 Explanation:Nehal Hashmi replaced Kamran Tessori of MQM-P as Governor of Sindh in March 2026.
- Q308 Pakistan
Before which authority did Nehal Hashmi take his oath as Governor of Sindh
💡 Explanation:As per constitutional practice, Nehal Hashmi took oath before the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court.
- Q309 Pakistan
Who is the current Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan
💡 Explanation:Syed Mehdi Shah became the 8th Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan on 15 August 2022.
- Q310 Pakistan
Who is the current Governor of Punjab
💡 Explanation:Sardar Saleem Haider became the 37th Governor of Punjab on 10 May 2024, representing the PPP.
- Q311 Pakistan
Who is the current Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan
💡 Explanation:Jameel Ahmad has served as Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan since 2022.
- Q312 Pakistan
Under which article of the Constitution are provincial governors appointed
💡 Explanation:Article 101 of the Constitution deals with the appointment, conditions and duties of a provincial governor.
- Q313 Pakistan
The minimum age requirement to become a provincial governor in Pakistan is
💡 Explanation:A governor must be at least 35 years old and eligible to be elected as a member of the National Assembly.
- Q314 Pakistan
As part of the 2024 coalition arrangement, which party nominated the Governor of Punjab
💡 Explanation:Under the PPP-PML-N coalition deal, the PPP secured the nomination rights for the Governor of Punjab.
- Q315 Pakistan
Muhammad Tahir, current IG Balochistan, was previously posted in which province
💡 Explanation:Before his Balochistan posting in September 2025, Muhammad Tahir was serving in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Q316 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of Balochistan Police
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Tahir, a Grade-21 officer, was appointed the 32nd IG of Balochistan Police in September 2025.
- Q317 Pakistan
Zulfiqar Hameed, current IG KP, was previously serving with which police force
💡 Explanation:Zulfiqar Hameed had prior experience in the Punjab Police force before his KP appointment.
- Q318 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police
💡 Explanation:Zulfiqar Hameed was appointed the new IG of KP Police on 30 January 2025.
- Q319 Pakistan
Javed Alam Odho was appointed IG Sindh Police, replacing whom
💡 Explanation:Javed Alam Odho replaced Ghulam Nabi Memon as Inspector General of Sindh Police.
- Q320 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of Sindh Police
💡 Explanation:Javed Alam Odho was appointed IG Sindh Police via a federal government notification issued on 1 January 2026.
- Q321 Pakistan
Dr. Usman Anwar was transferred from IG Punjab to head which federal agency
💡 Explanation:Dr. Usman Anwar was moved to serve as Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency.
- Q322 Pakistan
Who was IG Punjab Police before Rao Abdul Kareem
💡 Explanation:Dr. Usman Anwar, who was IG Punjab since January 2023, was transferred to become DG of the FIA.
- Q323 Pakistan
Rao Abdul Kareem took charge as IG Punjab in which month
💡 Explanation:Rao Abdul Kareem assumed charge as IG Punjab Police in February 2026.
- Q324 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of Punjab Police
💡 Explanation:Rao Abdul Kareem became the 55th IG of Punjab Police in February 2026.
- Q325 Pakistan
Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, appointed IG Islamabad in March 2024, was previously posted where
💡 Explanation:Rizvi, a BS-20 officer, was posted in Punjab before being appointed IG Islamabad Police.
- Q326 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of Gilgit-Baltistan Police
💡 Explanation:Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan became IG of Gilgit-Baltistan Police on 4 February 2026.
- Q327 Pakistan
Before becoming IG Gilgit-Baltistan, Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan served as Additional Director General of which agency
💡 Explanation:Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan served as Additional Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency before his GB appointment.
- Q328 Pakistan
Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan, current IG Gilgit-Baltistan, has also previously served as IG of which police force
💡 Explanation:Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan had earlier served as Inspector General of Islamabad Police.
- Q329 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of National Highways and Motorway Police (NH&MP)
💡 Explanation:Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry assumed charge as IG Motorway Police in Islamabad on 1 December 2025.
- Q330 Pakistan
Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry, current IG Motorway Police, succeeded which outgoing IG
💡 Explanation:Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry succeeded the previous IG, B.A. Nasir, in December 2025.
- Q331 Pakistan
Muhammad Tahir is the how-many-th Inspector General of Balochistan Police
💡 Explanation:Muhammad Tahir assumed office as the 32nd IG of Balochistan Police in September 2025.
- Q332 Pakistan
Who is the current Inspector General of Islamabad Police
💡 Explanation:Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi was appointed IG Islamabad Police on 30 March 2024, replacing Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan.
- Q333 Pakistan
Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry previously served as an Additional IG in which province's police
💡 Explanation:Before heading the Motorway Police, Sultan Ahmed Chaudhry served as an Additional IG of Punjab Police.
- Q334 Pakistan
Which province had three different IGs of Police appointed between January 2025 and February 2026, based on recent postings
💡 Explanation:Punjab Police saw Dr. Usman Anwar transferred out and Rao Abdul Kareem take over as the 55th IG within this period.
- Q335 Pakistan
As of early 2026, which of these officers is NOT currently serving as a provincial or federal IG of Police
💡 Explanation:Ghulam Nabi Memon was replaced as IG Sindh Police by Javed Alam Odho in January 2026.