Current Affairs — All MCQs
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Q1541.According to a report by SIPRI, China and _______ possess more nuclear warheads than India?
Correct Answer: B
According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Yearbook 2020, Pakistan (160 warheads) and China possessed more nuclear warheads than India (150 warheads).
Q1542.Legendary actor and TV host Tariq Aziz was a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan between ______ and ______?
Correct Answer: B
Legendary PTV host (Neelam Ghar) and actor Tariq Aziz served as an MNA from Lahore (PML-N) between 1997 and 1999. He passed away on June 17, 2020.
Q1543.What was the name of the famous PTV Quiz Show hosted by Tariq Aziz that first aired in 1974?
Correct Answer: B
Neelam Ghar was PTV's iconic game show launched in 1974, later renamed Tariq Aziz Show and Bazm-e-Tariq Aziz.
Q1544.Veteran television host and actor Tariq Aziz passed away in June 2020 at the age of?
Correct Answer: C
Tariq Aziz passed away on June 17, 2020, at the age of 84 in Lahore.
Q1545.Which provincial government made it mandatory for university students to learn the Holy Quran with translation in June 2020?
Correct Answer: B
Governor Punjab Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar issued the notification making Quran translation mandatory for degree award.
Q1546.What was the solar eclipse observed across Pakistan on 21 June 2020 officially termed?
Correct Answer: B
The annual solar eclipse created a prominent 'ring of fire' visible across several parts of Pakistan.
Q1547.The Supreme Court of Pakistan quashed the presidential reference against which sitting judge on 19 June 2020?
Correct Answer: B
A 10-member short order quashed the reference filed by the federal government alleging non-disclosure of foreign assets.
Q1548.Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi tested positive for COVID-19 on which date in June 2020?
Correct Answer: B
Shahid Afridi announced his positive diagnosis while actively conducting relief work through his foundation.
Q1549.The Federal Budget for FY 2020-21 was presented in the National Assembly on which date?
Correct Answer: B
Federal Minister for Industries and Production Hammad Azhar presented the Rs 7.29 trillion federal outlay.
Q1550.Who presented the Federal Budget for FY 2020-21 in the National Assembly?
Correct Answer: B
Hammad Azhar presented the annual budget statement on behalf of the Ministry of Finance.
Q1551.What amount was allocated for Defense Services in the Federal Budget FY 2020-21?
Correct Answer: B
The defense budget was set at Rs 1.289 trillion, reflecting an 11.8% nominal increase.
Q1552.On 25 June 2020, the State Bank of Pakistan cut the benchmark policy rate to what percentage?
Correct Answer: B
SBP reduced the policy rate by 100 bps to 7% to cushion the economic fallout of COVID-19 lockdowns.
Q1553.Pakistan expects to regulate satellite services to generate how much revenue for its space program?
Correct Answer: C
Federal Minister Fawad Chaudhry announced a regulatory framework to capture satellite market revenue for SUPARCO.
Q1554.Where was Pakistan ranked in the 2020 Deep Knowledge Group COVID-19 risk analysis report?
Correct Answer: C
The global safety assessment evaluated 200 countries on COVID-19 regional safety and vulnerability risks.
Q1555.Which Pakistani diplomat was awarded the Royal Order of Sahametrei by Cambodia for outstanding diplomatic services?
Correct Answer: A
The Cambodian government conferred the honor for enhancing bilateral trade and cultural ties.
Q1556.Who was appointed as Pakistan's first Special Representative for Afghanistan in June 2020?
Correct Answer: B
Ambassador Sadiq was tasked with facilitating Afghan peace talks and bilateral regional trade.
Q1557.In June 2020, the Sindh Government initiated conservation work on which historical archaeological site in Karachi?
Correct Answer: A
The Sindh Culture Department launched an extensive restoration project for the ancient carved sandstone tombs.
Q1558.Which 10-year-old Pakistani-American Scout received an official appreciation award from US President Donald Trump during COVID-19?
Correct Answer: B
Laila Khan was honored at the White House for sewing and distributing face masks to healthcare workers.
Q1559.Who became Pakistan's first female Sikh journalist to be named among the 100 Most Influential Young Sikhs globally in 2020?
Correct Answer: A
Peshawar-based journalist Manmeet Kaur was recognized by 'The Sikh Group' in the UK.
Q1560.Who became the first Hijab-wearing Muslim deputy district judge appointed in the United Kingdom in May 2020?
Correct Answer: B
40-year-old British-Pakistani barrister Raffia Arshad was appointed to the Midlands Circuit.