Current Affairs — All MCQs
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Q721.The Council of Common Interests (CCI) in Pakistan deals primarily with matters between?
Correct Answer: A
The CCI resolves matters and disputes between the federation and provinces.
Q722.What is the tenure of the Senate Chairman under the Constitution of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
The Chairman Senate serves a term aligned with the Senate cycle of 3 years typically, though the constitutional term set is 3 years per rotation; commonly tested answer is 3 years.
Q723.The 18th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan primarily strengthened which aspect?
Correct Answer: B
The 18th Amendment devolved significant powers to the provinces, strengthening provincial autonomy.
Q724.Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right guaranteed under the Constitution of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: C
The right to secede is not a fundamental right; it is constitutionally barred as it threatens the federation's integrity.
Q725.Who administers the oath of office to the President of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
The Chief Justice of Pakistan administers the oath to the President.
Q726.Which constitutional body is responsible for holding general elections in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) conducts general elections.
Q727.Who is the ceremonial Head of State in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
The President is the ceremonial Head of State of Pakistan.
Q728.Which Article of the Constitution deals with the qualifications of a member of Parliament?
Correct Answer: A
Article 62 deals with qualifications for membership of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament).
Q729.The Senate of Pakistan is a permanent body that cannot be dissolved. How many total members does it have?
Correct Answer: C
The Senate of Pakistan has 104 members.
Q730.Who is the Head of Government in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
The Prime Minister is the Head of Government.
Q731.The Supreme Court of Pakistan is the apex judicial body located in which city?
Correct Answer: C
The Supreme Court of Pakistan is located in Islamabad.
Q732.The National Assembly of Pakistan consists of how many total seats?
Correct Answer: B
The National Assembly has 342 seats including reserved seats for women and minorities.
Q733.An increase in the general price level of goods and services over time is called?
Correct Answer: B
Inflation refers to a sustained increase in the general price level.
Q734.The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan is appointed by?
Correct Answer: B
The Governor SBP is appointed by the Federal Government (President acting on advice).
Q735.A country's fiscal year in Pakistan runs from?
Correct Answer: B
Pakistan's fiscal year runs from 1 July to 30 June.
Q736.The State Bank of Pakistan is the country's?
Correct Answer: B
SBP is the central bank of Pakistan, responsible for monetary policy.
Q737.A "fiscal deficit" refers to a situation where?
Correct Answer: B
A fiscal deficit occurs when government spending exceeds its total revenue.
Q738.Which Pakistani port is a key hub of the CPEC project?
Correct Answer: C
Gwadar Port in Balochistan is the key strategic hub of CPEC.
Q739.FBR stands for?
Correct Answer: B
FBR stands for Federal Board of Revenue, Pakistan's apex tax authority.
Q740.The International Monetary Fund (IMF) primarily provides Pakistan with?
Correct Answer: B
The IMF provides loans to support balance of payments and macroeconomic stability.