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The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement was signed on:
A. 7 August 2026
B. 14 August 2026
C. 23 March 2026
D. 1 September 2026
Correct Answer: A
The three countries signed the agreement on 7 August 2026.
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Which three countries signed the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement referenced in reports in late September 2026?
A. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey
B. Pakistan, Iran and Turkey
C. Saudi Arabia, UAE and Pakistan
D. Pakistan, Qatar and Egypt
Correct Answer: A
The agreement brings together Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey.
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Which payment channels were banks directed to keep continuously available for government duties and taxes on 30 September 2026?
A. Only bank counters
B. Internet banking, mobile apps, ATMs and other digital platforms
C. Only ATMs
D. Only mobile wallets
Correct Answer: B
SBP directed banks to ensure uninterrupted availability of online payment channels including internet banking, mobile apps and ATMs.
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The extended bank working hours on 30 September 2026 were arranged by the State Bank of Pakistan on the request of which body?
A. SECP
B. Federal Board of Revenue
C. Ministry of Commerce
D. NADRA
Correct Answer: B
The decision was taken on the request of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
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On 30 September 2026, commercial bank branches in Pakistan were directed to remain open until what time to facilitate tax payments?
A. 6:00 PM
B. 8:00 PM
C. 10:00 PM
D. Midnight
Correct Answer: C
SBP directed commercial bank branches to observe extended working hours until 10:00 PM.
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The Right Livelihood Award was established in 1980 by:
A. Alfred Nobel
B. Jakob von Uexkull
C. Dag Hammarskjold
D. Olof Palme
Correct Answer: B
The award was established in 1980 by Swedish-German philanthropist Jakob von Uexkull.
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The Right Livelihood Award received by Jalila Haider is often described as the:
A. Asian Nobel
B. Alternative Nobel
C. Global Justice Medal
D. Stockholm Peace Star
Correct Answer: B
The Right Livelihood prize is widely dubbed the 'alternative Nobel'.
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Which Pakistani human rights lawyer received the 2026 Right Livelihood Award?
A. Jalila Haider
B. Asma Shirazi
C. Hina Jilani
D. Nighat Dad
Correct Answer: A
Jalila Haider was honoured by the Sweden-based Right Livelihood Foundation in 2026.
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According to the reported US clarification, Kashmir continues to be regarded by Washington as:
A. A settled bilateral trade issue
B. A disputed territory requiring settlement between Pakistan and India
C. A UN-administered territory
D. An independent state
Correct Answer: B
The report said Washington continues to regard Kashmir as a dispute requiring resolution between Pakistan and India.
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According to diplomatic sources reported on 30 September 2026, the United States told Pakistan that its position on the Kashmir dispute had:
A. Changed in favour of India
B. Changed in favour of Pakistan
C. Remained unchanged
D. Been withdrawn
Correct Answer: C
US officials reportedly told Pakistani interlocutors there had been no change in Washington's position.
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The diagnostic study underpinning Pakistan's LCBM strategic plan was jointly conducted by which institutions?
A. ADB and AIIB
B. IMF and World Bank
C. WTO and UNDP
D. SBP and SECP only
Correct Answer: B
The plan is based on a joint IMF-World Bank diagnostic study of Pakistan's local currency bond market.
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Pakistan's new LCBM strategic plan primarily aims to build a deeper, more liquid and resilient market for securities denominated in which currency?
A. US dollars
B. Pakistani rupees
C. Chinese yuan
D. Saudi riyals
Correct Answer: B
The plan focuses on government and, over time, corporate securities denominated in Pakistani rupees.
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Under Pakistan's IMF-linked reform agenda, the strategic plan for the local currency bond market was required to be announced by which date?
A. 30 September 2026
B. 31 December 2026
C. 1 July 2027
D. 15 August 2026
Correct Answer: A
The Finance Ministry said announcement of the LCBM strategic plan by 30 September was required under the IMF programme.
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Which technologies are attracting foreign investors and entrepreneurs to China's technology sector?
A. Only conventional automobiles
B. Humanoid robots, AI models and electric vehicles
C. Only nuclear reactors
D. Textile machinery and shipbuilding only
Correct Answer: B
China's advances in humanoid robotics, artificial intelligence and electric vehicles are attracting international investors, entrepreneurs and executives.
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Which planet is expected to reach peak brilliance during September 2026 according to NASA's monthly skywatching guide?
A. Mars
B. Jupiter
C. Saturn
D. Venus
Correct Answer: D
NASA's September 2026 skywatching guide says Venus reaches peak brilliance for its evening appearance on 18 September.
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Japan's budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year reached approximately what amount?
A. ¥103.1 trillion
B. ¥123.1 trillion
C. ¥143.1 trillion
D. ¥163.1 trillion
Correct Answer: C
Japan's budget requests reached about ¥143.1 trillion, with strategic investment in AI, semiconductors and economic security among the priorities.
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Nepal's recent catastrophic floods caused estimated losses of approximately how much?
A. $1.26 billion
B. $2.56 billion
C. $3.76 billion
D. $5.26 billion
Correct Answer: B
Nepalese authorities estimated economic losses from the recent floods at at least $2.56 billion.
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Brent crude was trading at approximately what level on 4 September 2026 amid intensified US-Iran tensions?
A. $75 per barrel
B. $85 per barrel
C. $96 per barrel
D. $106 per barrel
Correct Answer: C
Brent crude was trading around $96 per barrel as intensified US-Iran tensions raised concerns about Middle Eastern energy supplies.
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What issue did G20 finance leaders, except China, support action against at their recent meeting?
A. Cryptocurrency mining
B. Non-market policies and trade distortions
C. Global tourism taxes
D. Nuclear-energy subsidies
Correct Answer: B
G20 finance leaders except China backed action against non-market policies and distortions contributing to trade imbalances.
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Approximately how many illegal SIMs had PTA blocked in joint operations with the NCCIA, according to information presented to a National Assembly panel?
A. 9,000
B. 17,000
C. 29,000
D. 45,000
Correct Answer: C
PTA told the parliamentary panel that joint operations with NCCIA had resulted in about 29,000 illegal SIMs being blocked.