Question 1:

What was the key reason behind the IMF rejecting Pakistan’s request to reduce sales tax on electricity bills?

A) IMF’s preference for higher revenue generation
B) Disagreement on loan repayment terms
C) Lack of sufficient documentation provided by Pakistan
D) IMF’s objection to changes in existing tax policies

Correct Answer: D) IMF’s objection to changes in existing tax policies
Explanation: The IMF’s rejection was based on its stance against altering tax policies that could reduce revenues, as reported by the Ministry of Energy in Pakistan.

Question 2:

What milestone did Steve Smith achieve in his unbeaten 121-run innings during the BBL?

A) Highest score in a BBL final
B) Most centuries in BBL history
C) Equaling the record for most BBL centuries
D) Fastest fifty in BBL history

Correct Answer: C) Equaling the record for most BBL centuries
Explanation: Steve Smith’s knock of 121* off 64 balls was significant as it helped him equal the record for most centuries in the Big Bash League.

Question 3:

What critical issue did Malala Yousafzai highlight at the Islamabad summit on girls’ education?

A) Need for increased educational funding
B) Opposition to the Taliban’s government recognition
C) Emphasis on STEM education for women
D) Call for reforms in Pakistani education policies

Correct Answer: B) Opposition to the Taliban’s government recognition
Explanation: Malala firmly urged Muslim leaders not to legitimize the Taliban government due to its restrictive policies on women’s education.

Question 4:

Which significant recommendation was made regarding the Roosevelt Hotel in New York owned by PIA?

A) Conversion into a luxury residential property
B) Open bidding for privatization
C) Renovation for commercial use
D) Leasing it to Saudi Arabia

Correct Answer: B) Open bidding for privatization
Explanation: A deputy minister-led committee proposed selling the hotel through open bidding after Saudi Arabia did not show formal interest in acquiring it.

Question 5:

What was the sensitive issue highlighted regarding Pakistan’s security on January 8, 2025?

A) A cyber-attack on government systems
B) Storming of a bazaar in Khuzdar by militants
C) A significant uptick in urban crime rates
D) A hostage crisis in Lahore

Correct Answer: B) Storming of a bazaar in Khuzdar by militants
Explanation: Militants stormed the Zehri bazaar in Khuzdar, causing extensive damage and taking Levies personnel hostage.

Question 6:

What was the year-on-year increase in Pakistan’s weekly inflation rate as measured by the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the week ending January 9, 2025?

A) 1.90%
B) 0.65%
C) 5.6%
D) 29.3%

Correct Answer: A) 1.90%
Explanation: While the SPI showed a weekly decrease of 0.65%, the year-on-year inflation rate for the same week showed an increase of 1.90%, indicating long-term price pressures.

Question 7:

What major improvement was recorded in workers’ remittances for December 2024?

A) A 50% increase in inflows
B) A 29.3% year-on-year growth
C) The highest monthly inflow in history
D) A 15% rise in the H1FY25 total remittances

Correct Answer: B) A 29.3% year-on-year growth
Explanation: Workers’ remittances for December 2024 reached $3.1 billion, showing a significant year-on-year growth of 29.3%, reflecting strong inflow momentum.

Question 8:

Which critical challenge did Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasize as a priority for Muslim countries?

A) Strengthening economic ties with the West
B) Focusing on climate change mitigation
C) Prioritizing girls’ education
D) Developing modern healthcare systems

Correct Answer: C) Prioritizing girls’ education
Explanation: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted girls’ education as a critical challenge, urging Muslim countries to address this pressing issue.

Question 9:

What record temperature did Karachi experience, marking one of the coldest mornings of the season?

A) 7.2°C
B) 9.8°C
C) 11.5°C
D) 13.0°C

Correct Answer: B) 9.8°C
Explanation: Karachi experienced increased cold intensity with a minimum temperature of 9.8°C, as reported by the Pakistan Meteorological Department.

Question 10:

What milestone was discussed at the 5th meeting of the CPEC Joint Working Group in Beijing?

A) Finalization of the first industrial park under CPEC
B) Progress on the second leg of Special Economic Zones development
C) Establishing a digital trade corridor
D) Signing a new military agreement between China and Pakistan

Correct Answer: B) Progress on the second leg of Special Economic Zones development
Explanation: The meeting reaffirmed the commitment to focus on industrialization and development of Special Economic Zones under the second phase of CPEC.

Question 11:

What recent achievement by Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai was highlighted at the Islamabad summit?

A) Advocacy for global climate action
B) Criticism of Taliban policies on girls’ education
C) Receiving an honorary degree from a global university
D) Leading a campaign for child healthcare

Correct Answer: B) Criticism of Taliban policies on girls’ education
Explanation: Malala called on Muslim leaders to refrain from recognizing the Taliban’s government due to its restrictive education policies for women and girls.

Question 12:

What key finding was reported in the collision between two trams in Strasbourg, France?

A) At least 50 injuries reported
B) Incident occurred near a rural train station
C) One tram derailed after the crash
D) Collision was caused by a mechanical fault

Correct Answer: C) One tram derailed after the crash
Explanation: The collision caused one tram to derail, leading to at least 20 injuries in the busy transport hub of Strasbourg.

Question 13:

What is the status of Saim Ayub’s inclusion in the Champions Trophy 2025 squad?

A) Confirmed as a final squad member
B) Decision pending medical evaluations
C) Ruled out due to an ankle injury
D) Included as a standby player

Correct Answer: B) Decision pending medical evaluations
Explanation: Saim Ayub’s selection for the Champions Trophy depends on further medical evaluations after he sustained an ankle injury.

Question 14:

What statement did Senator Faisal Vawda make regarding Imran Khan’s legal troubles?

A) He denied any prior knowledge of legal cases
B) He warned Imran Khan about the consequences of his actions
C) He accused the judiciary of bias against Imran Khan
D) He expressed confidence in Khan’s innocence

Correct Answer: B) He warned Imran Khan about the consequences of his actions
Explanation: Faisal Vawda recalled warning Imran Khan about legal and financial issues, particularly in connection with the 190 million-pound deal.