Full Month افیز پاکستان کرنٹ ر January 2022 Special Offer for Aspirants International and Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2020 (Jan-Dec) in PDF International and Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2021 (Jan-Dec) in PDF Additional Helping Notes in PDF For Download Click on this link: Contact us State-of-the-Art Cricket stadium to be built in which city? A. Lahore B. Karachi C. Islamabad D. Rawalpindi • The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was given approval by the government for the construction of a brand-new cricket stadium in Islamabad by 2025. • The decision was taken in a meeting held between PCB chairman Ramiz Raja and Prime Minister Imran Khan. • Pakistan is set to host the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The number of complaints pertaining to cybercrimes the FIA received from all over the country during 2021? A. 90,356 B. 102,356 C. 105,126 D. 107,756 We have received a total of 102,356 complaints from Jan 1, 2021, to Dec 31, 2021,` FIA directorgeneral Dr. Sanaullah Abbasi told Dawn. `In 23 percent of the complaints, Facebook was used as a medium,` he said. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan acquires USD ____ billion loans in Fiscal year 2020-21. A. USD 12.32 billion B. USD 13.32 billion C. USD 14.32 billion D. USD 15.32 billion The government contracted $15.32 billion worth of new foreign loans from multilateral institutions and commercial banks during the previous fiscal year (2020-21) — almost 47 percent higher than $10.45bn a year earlier. Pakistan contracted USD 8.41 billion in the fiscal year 201819, followed by USD 10.45 billion in 2019-20 (up 24 percent). FIA recovers Rs ____ billion from suspects of financial crimes in 2021. A. 1.2 bn B. 1.4 bn C. 1.6 bn D. 1.8 bn The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has recovered Rs1.273 billion from 422 suspects in 335 cases of financial crimes during the current year in compliance with the action plan for the Financial Action Task Force. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan purchased 25 J-10C fighter jets from which country? A. China B. USA C. Russia D. Turkey Pakistan has acquired a full squadron of 25 Chinese multirole J-10C fighter jets in response to India’s purchase of Rafale aircraft, Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed said. J-10C will arrive in time to take part in the March 23 Pakistan Day Parade 2022. J-10C is a 4.5 generation multirole fighter jets. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan to develop 5th generation stealth fighter aircraft under which project? A. Project Ahan B. Project Azm C. Project Wajood D. Project Zulfiqar On 7 July 2017, The Pakistan Air Force announced the development of a Fifth-generation fighter jet technology’s, a stealth medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (MALE UAV) and a smart Long-range surface-to-air missile system (SAM system) under the banner of Project Azm. Next-generation stealth fighter aircraft (PF-X) whose first flight is expected in 2028. Mcqsplanet.com The first freight train between Turkey and Pakistan via Iran reached Turkey on: A. January 2, 2022 B. January 3, 2022 C. January 4, 2022 D. January 5, 2022 The first freight train between Istanbul and Islamabad via Tehran reached Ankara via Lahore, Taftan, and Zahedan on January 3, 2022, completing its 17-day journey in 13 days. A second train is already on its way to Turkey. The first train that departed on Dec 21 from Islamabad carrying goods (mainly pink salt) reached Ankara (Turkey) on Monday evening. Mcqsplanet.com Who becomes the first female Supreme Court judge of Pakistan? A. Samina Rashid B. Mashal Hayat C. Parveen Shakir D. Ayesha Malik Ayesha A. Malik has been a Judge of the Lahore High Court in Pakistan since 27 March 2012. On January 06, 2022, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan approved her to become the first-ever female judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Mcqsplanet.com Recently, Pakistan and ____ finalized the Joint Action Plan for Strategic Dialogue (2022-26). A. China B. Gulf Cooperation Council C. European Union D. United States Pakistan and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on January 5, 2022, finalized the Joint Action Plan for Strategic Dialogue (2022-26). The plan, in line with a memorandum of understanding on strategic dialogue, provides for an institutional approach to deepen cooperation in various fields, including political, security, trade and investment, agricultural and food security, transportation, energy, environment, health, culture, and education Who won the PCB 2021 Most Valuable Cricketer of the Year Award? A. Babar Azam B. Muhammad Rizwan C. Shaheen Shah Afridi D. Haris Rauf Mohammad Rizwan on January 6, 2022, won the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) Most Valuable Cricketer of the Year award following a stellar 2021 in which he scored 455 Test, 134 ODI, and 1,326 T20I runs, besides accounting for 56 batters behind the wickets across all formats. Justice Umar Ata Bandial to take oath as ____ chief justice on Feb 2, 2022. A. 23rd B. 25th C. 27th D. 28th Supreme Court Justice Umar Ata Bandial will take oath as Pakistan’s 28th chief justice on February 2, replacing incumbent CJP Justice Gulzar Ahmed. Justice Bandial will continue as the chief justice till his retirement on September 18, 2023 and will hold the position for some 19 months. Name the Pakistan-born surgeon among team who made history with pig-tohuman heart transplant? A. Dr. Ammar Hameed Khan B. Dr. Syed Dawood Shah C. Dr. Mohammad Mohiuddin D. None of these The transplant, performed by a team led by cardiothoracic surgeon Bartley Griffith, M.D. on 7 January 2022, at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, United States, replaced David Bennett’s heart with the heart of a genetically modified pig that had undergone specific gene editing. Who is the current ambassador of Spain to Pakistan? A. Jose Manuel Albares B. María Jesús Montero C. Manuel Duran Gimenez-Rico D. Pedro Sánchez Ambassador of Pakistan to Spain: Shujaat Rathor The Public version of the recently approved National Security Policy (NSP) will be launched on: A. 13 January 2022 B. 14 January 2022 C. 15 January 2022 D. 16 January 2022 The public version of the recently approved National Security Policy (NSP) will be launched on 14 January 2022. NSP was approved by the federal cabinet on Dec 28, a day after it got the nod of the National Security Committee. The policy defines the direction the country should take in the coming years. he policy document is meant for a five-year period (2022-26) but it will be reviewed at the end of every year. The full 110-page NSP document would remain classified. However, a shorter nearly 50-page version is being published. What is the rank of Pakistan in Henley Passport Index 2022? A. 105 B. 106 C. 107 D. 108 This is the 3rd time that Pakistan’s passport has been placed at the 4th last position ranking just above Afghanistan (rank 111), Iraq (rank 110), and Syria (rank 109). Pakistan’s passport has been ranked as the fourth-worst passport for international travel in 2022 by Henley Passport Index. Mcqsplanet.com When National Assembly passed the Finance (Supplementary) Bill, 2021, termed widely as a “mini-budget”? A. 10 January 2022 B. 11 January 2022 C. 13 January 2022 D. 15 January 2022 The National Assembly on 13 January 2022 passed the Finance (Supplementary) Bill, 2021, termed widely as a “mini-budget”, despite vociferous protests by the Opposition over rejection of their proposed amendments and disagreement over the vote count. The House also passed the State Bank of Pakistan (Amendment) Bill 2021. Both bills were tabled in the National Assembly on December 30. Mcqsplanet.com To mark the ____ anniversary of establishment of the UET, Lahore, the government has decided to issue a commemorative coin of Rs 100. A. 50th anniversary B. 100th anniversary C. 150th anniversary D. 200th anniversary To mark the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, the government has decided to issue a commemorative coin of Rs 100. The UET Lahore is one of the oldest institutions of the country, imparting education in the fields of engineering and technology. Green Line bus service becomes fully operational from: A. 9th January 2022 B. 10th January 2022 C. 11th January 2022 D. 12th January 2022 The Green Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), the much-awaited federal-funded mass transit project, finally became fully operational in Karachi on 10th January 2022. Citizens who travel on the route connecting the Surjani Town and Numaish Chowrangi. The project was inaugurated by Prime Minister Imran Khan on December 10, 2021, and the service started limited operations for citizens on December 25, 2021. The Green Line bus service will comprise 80 hybrid buses that will ply a route of 22 kilometers with, 23 stations located on each km. Which Pakistani Actor will be starring in the Netflix series ‘The Crown’? A. Javaid Sheik B. Fawad khan C. Humayun Saeed D. Feroze Khan Pakistani star Humayun Saeed is set to feature as Dr. Hasnat Khan, who was in a relationship with Princess Diana, on the upcoming fifth season of the acclaimed Netflix series “The Crown” When a deadly snowstorm occurred in Murree, killing 23 domestic tourists who had visited to see the thick snow? A. 6 January 2022 B. 7 January 2022 C. 8 January 2022 D. 9 January 2022 On 7 January 2022, a snowstorm occurred in Murree, Rawalpindi District, Punjab, Pakistan dropping more than 4 feet (1.2 m) of snow, killing 23 domestic tourists who had visited to see the thick snow. Many died as temperatures fell to around negative 8 degrees Celsius (17.6 F). The reason for death is Carbon Monoxide. Mcqsplanet.com What is the rank of Pakistan in Global Firepower Index 2022? A. 5th B. 7th C. 9th D. 11th • In 2020, Pakistan stood as the 15th most powerful country. • In 2021, Pakistan stood as the 10th most powerful country. • In 2022, Pakistan stood as the 9th most powerful country out of 140 countries. • Global Firepower Index is an annual ranking that ranks a country according to its military strength. Who is the current ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan? A. Arief Rachman B. Adam Mulawarman Tugio C. Iwan Bogananta D. Chalief Akbar Tjandraningrat Pakistan’s Ambassador to Indonesia Muhammad Hassan Who is the current chairman of HEC? A. Shaista Sohail B. Mosharraf Ali Zaidi C. Tariq Javed Banuri D. Javed Iqbal Bokhari The Islamabad High Court (HEC) on 18 January 2022 restored Dr Tariq Javed Banuri as chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC). In March 2021, Dr. Banuri was removed from office unceremoniously by the PTI government when his tenure was shortened from four to two years through an amendment to the HEC ordinance. Dr. Banuri was appointed in May 2018 by former prime minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi for a four-year term and his tenure was due to end in May 2022. Google pays tribute to late activist Perween Rahman with a doodle on her ____ birthday. A. 61st B. 63rd C. 65th D. 67th • Google paid tribute on 22 January 2022 to late architect and activist Perween Rahman with a custom doodle on what would have been her 65th birthday. She was born on January 22, 1957, in Dhaka. • She did her post-graduate studies in housing, building, and urban planning. Rahman’s dedication to helping the 1.5 million residents of Karachi’s Orangi Town • Rahman was conferred a posthumous Sitara-e-Shujaat for her work and dedication. She was murdered on 13 March 2013. Who has been named as captain of ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year 2021? A. Babar Azam B. Paul Stirling C. Shakib Al Hasan D. Wanindu Hasaranga The International Cricket Council (ICC) on 20 January 2022, announced the ODI Team of the Year 2021, naming Pakistani skipper Babar Azam as the captain. Left-handed batter Fakhar Zaman has also been included in the team, but no Indian player was able to make the cut. Babar Azam also named as captain of ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year 2021. Who claims the responsibility for the Lahore Anarkali market blast that took place in January 2022? A. Tehreek Taliban Pakistan B. Baloch Nationalist Army C. ISIS-K D. Daesh At least two people were killed and 26 injured in a blast in Pan Mandi in Lahore’s Anarkali area on January 20, 2022. Police and other law enforcement agencies initially declared it a gas cylinder explosion, but later investigations confirmed it was a bomb blast. The Baloch Nationalist Army, a newly emerged militant outfit, has claimed responsibility for the powerful blast in Lahore. The group was formed earlier this month when Balochistan Republican Army and United Baloch Army merged. Mcqsplanet.com Who becomes Pakistan’s first transgender doctor? A. Shehnaz Yousef B. Sarah Gill C. Abida Parween D. Rahima Bibi Dr. Sarah Gill, a Pakistani activist, has made history by becoming Pakistan’s first transgender doctor. Dr. Gill has been described as a “beacon of hope” for the country’s neglected transgender community to pursue their dreams. Dr. Gill received her education from Jinnah Medical and Dental College (JMDC) Karachi. Who is the current chairman of the Privatisation Commission? A. Muhammad Mian Soomro B. Saleem Ahmad C. Farooq Leghari D. Muhammad Rafiq Tarar The government on 20 January 2022 appointed Saleem Ahmad as the Privatization Commission (PC) Chairman, as per a notification issued by the Establishment Division. Meanwhile the resignation of the outgoing PC chairman Mohammad Main Soomro was also accepted. According to the National Accounts Committee, the growth rate of Pakistan`s economy increased during 2020-21? A. 3.94pc B. 4.63pc C. 5.4pc D. 6.2pc The size and growth rate of Pakistan`s economy increased significantly during 2020-21, making it the second-highest economic growth recorded in the last three years of the incumbent government. the growth rate improved from the earlier estimate of 3.94pc to 5.4pc, while the size of the economy rose to $346.76 billion from the provisional estimate of $296 billion, according to the National Accounts Committee, which approved these figures on January 20, 2022. What is the rank of Pakistan on the list of TB high-burden nations 2021? A. Third B. Fifth C. Sixth D. Ninth Over 44,000 people die of tuberculosis (TB) in Pakistan every year, making it the fifth country on the list of TB high-burden nations. Pakistan has the fifth-largest population in the world and has the fifth greatest burden of TB. With an estimated 27,000 drug-resistant TB cases each year Pakistan also ranks 6th for drug resistant TB among the 30 high burden countries. Pakistani film and television actor, Rasheed Naz passed away on: A. January 15, 2022 B. January 17, 2022 C. January 19, 2022 D. January 21, 2022 Senior film, TV, and stage actor Rasheed Naz breathed his last at an Islamabad hospital at 73, family sources confirmed here on January 17, 2022. Born on Sept 9, 1948, in Peshawar, he started his television career in 1971 in a Pashto television play and worked in several Pashto-, Hindko- and Urdu-language plays. Mcqsplanet.com Which team won the 42nd National Kabaddi Championship? A. PAF B. Wapda C. Both A and B D. Nadra Wapda and Pakistan Air Force (PAF) shared the trophy as they were declared joint winners of the 42nd National Kabaddi Championships after a tough final at the Punjab Stadium here on January 16, 2022. Both teams had stood level at 46-46 at the full-time whistle and the organizers decided to declare both winners after a long debate among themselves. When President Arif Alvi gave his ceremonial assent to the Finance (Supplementary) Bill 2021 converting it into an act of the parliament? A. January 14, 2022 B. January 15, 2022 C. January 17, 2022 D. January 19, 2022 President Dr. Arif Alvi gave his ceremonial assent to the controversial Finance (Supplementary) Bill 2021 generally known as the minibudget on January 15, 2022, converting it into an act of the parliament and thus fulfilling one of the key conditions of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The approval of the Finance (Supplementary) Bill 2021, seeking withdrawal of exemption on taxes and duties on several items with an impact of about Rs350bn. Mcqsplanet.com Chief Minister Khalid Khurshid Khan on _____ inaugurated Gilgit-Baltistan`s first cancer hospital. A. January 14, 2022 B. January 15, 2022 C. January 17, 2022 D. January 22, 2022 Chief Minister Khalid Khurshid Khan on January 14, 2022, inaugurated the 52-bed Gilgit Institute of Nuclear Medicine, Oncology and Radiotherapy (GINOR), the Gilgit-Baltistan`s first cancer hospital. The project has been completed at a cost of Rs2.5 billion with the help of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission and the federal government. Mcqsplanet.com Former chief justice of Pakistan Nazim Hussain Siddiqui passed away on: A. January 21, 2022 B. January 19, 2022 C. January 17, 2022 D. January 15, 2022 Former chief justice of Pakistan Nazim Hussain Siddiqui passed away on January 15, 2022 morning after a protracted illness. He was 81. Justice Siddiqui, who was born on June 30, 1940, in Hyderabad, became the chief justice of Pakistan in December 2003. Name the Pakistani Boxer who wins Arabian Sea Championship title? A. Waseem Khan B. Muzaffar Khan C. Siraj Din D. Dildar Khan Pakistani boxer Muzaffar Khan on Saturday, January 22, 2022, won the Arabian Sea Championship title by defeating his Afghan opponent Ahmad Samir Dawrani in Islamabad. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Special Assistant to the PM on Accountability and Interior? A. Mirza Shahzad Akbar B. Nadeem Afzal Gondal C. Musaddiq Abbasi D. Shahzad Syed Qasim Amid strong criticism over the Transparency International report indicating Pakistan`s ranking sliding for a third consecutive year, President Arif Alvi on the advice of Prime Minister Imran Khan appointed retired brigadier Musaddiq Abbasi as special assistant to the premier on accountability and interior on January 26, 2022. The appointment has been made within 72 hours of the resignation of former special assistant to the prime minister Mirza Shahzad Akbar with whom Mr. Khan was reported `not happy`. Which country is going to host “Asian Taekwondo” in November 2022? A. India B. Japan C. Nepal D. Pakistan Pakistan is set to host the Asian Open Taekwondo Championships, which will be held in November this year. The news was announced by the Asian Taekwondo Union. Mcqsplanet.com Who has been named the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2021? A. Muhammad Rizwan B. Pat Cummins C. Muhammad Shami D. James Anderson 1326 runs in 29 matches at an average of 73.66 with one century; 24 dismissals. Making his maiden T20I century in February against South Africa, Rizwan propelled his form into the T20 World Cup, making 79* from just 55 balls against India in their T20 World Cup opener, and finished as the third-highest run-scorer in the competition. ICC Award List 2021 • ICC Men’s ODI cricketer of the year: Babar Azam • Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year 2021: Smriti Mandhana • ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year: Joe Root • Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2021: Shaheen Shah Afridi • Women ODI cricketer of the year award 2021: Lizalle Lee What is the rank of Pakistan in Transparency International’s corruption perception index (CPI) 2021? A. 140 B. 145 C. 135 D. None of these 2020 2019 Rank of Pakistan in the Transparency International’s corruption perception index(CPI) 2021 is 140 out of 180 countries. Pakistan dropped 16 places in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2021 compared to the previous year, ranking 140 out of 180 countries. Israel 36, China 66, India 85, Turkey 96, Sri Lanka 102, Bangladesh 147, Afghanistan 174, South Sudan 180. How many citizens killed over blasphemy allegations since 1947 in Pakistan? A. 81 B. 84 C. 87 D. 89 As many as 89 citizens were killed in 1,415 accusations and cases of blasphemy in the country since independence, a think-tank said on January 25, 2022. The Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS) in a report stated that from 1947 to 2021, 18 women and 71 men were extra-judicially killed over blasphemy accusations. The allegations were made against 107 women and 1,308 men. The federal cabinet on January 25, 2022, approved the allocation of Rs ____ for conducting of 7th national population census in the country. A. Rs2 billion B. Rs3 billion C. Rs4 billion D. Rs5 billion The federal cabinet on January 25, 2022, approved the allocation of Rs5 billion for conducting of seventh national population census in the country, which is expected to be completed by December this year. Mcqsplanet.com Related MCQs • Current Affairs MCQs • General Knowledge MCQs • Pakistan Current Affairs MCQs • Computer MCQs • Pak study MCQs • Everyday Science MCQs • Islamic Studies MCQs Online Quizzes Click Here More MCQs IN PDF Click Here For Educational Videos Subscribe McqsPlanet Official Follow us on Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/mcqsplanetofficial Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManzarMaaz Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcqsplanet Full Month افیز پاکستان کرنٹ ر February 2022 Special Offer for Aspirants International and Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2020 (Jan-Dec) in PDF International and Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2021 (Jan-Dec) in PDF Additional Helping Notes in PDF For Download Click on this link: Contact us The ECP on February 1, 2022, disqualified KP minister for transport, Named? A. Taimur Saleem Jagra B. Haji Noor Zaman Khan C. Sharam Khan Taraqai D. Shah Muhammad Khan The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on February 1, 2022, disqualified provincial minister for transport Shah Muhammad Khan from holding any public office for five years due to his involvement in attacks on polling stations, kidnapping of polling staff and snatching of election material in his native Bakakhel area of Bannu district on the eve of the first phase of local government elections in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa held on December 19. Mcqsplanet.com Who takes oath as the 28th Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) on February 2, 2022? A. Justice Umar Ata Bandial B. Justice Imran Ismail C. Justice Mian Saqib Nisar D. Justice Gulzar Ahmed Justice Umar Ata Bandial finally dons the robe as the 28th Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) as he was sworn into the top judicial office on February 2, 2022, at a ceremony held at Aiwan-i-Sadr. President Arif Alvi administered the oath to Justice Bandial at the ceremony Mcqsplanet.com Balochistan government divided its 750km long coastal line into _____ zones to curb illegal fishing? A. 7 B. 8 C. 9 D. 10 The Balochistan government has decided to divide its 750km coastal line into seven zones to stop large trawlers from illegally fishing in the provincial waters. The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Mathar Niaz Rana to review the steps taken by the authorities and agencies concerned to stop illegal trawling along the Makran coast. On 4 February 2022, Pakistani-origin Lord Nazir Ahmed jailed for ____ years in prison by UK court for child sex offences. A. five years B. five-and-a-half years C. six years D. six-and-a-half years Nazir Ahmed, Baron Ahmed is a former UK Labour politician of Pakistani origin and a convicted sex offender. On 5 January 2022, he was found guilty of attempted rape of a girl and of a serious sexual assault upon a boy. On 4 February 2022, Mr. Justice Lavender sentenced Ahmed to five years and six months in prison. Mcqsplanet.com On February 4, 2022, Pakistan signed accord with which country for industrial cooperation? A. Germany B. Poland C. Sweden D. China Pakistan`s Board of Investment (BoI) and China`s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) on February 4, 2022, signed the much-needed `Framework Agreement on Industrial Cooperation. Kashmir Day is observed in Pakistan on: A. 5th February B. 1st May C. 21st March D. 6th June Kashmir Solidarity Day or Kashmir Day is a national holiday observed in Pakistan on 5 February annually. Pakistan began observing February 5 as the Kashmir Day to “reiterate solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir” in 2004. The-then Pakistani prime minister, Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali, visited Muzaffarabad on February 5 and addressed a joint session of the Legislative Assembly and Council. Mcqsplanet.com Karachi Askari Park had been renamed as: A. Pakistan National Park B. Karachi Amusement Park C. KMC Amusement Park D. Kashmir Park Karachi Administrator Murtaza Wahab announced on 5 February 2022, that the Askari Park had been renamed as Kashmir Park to pay homage to the perseverance and struggle of Kashmiri people against India’s illegal occupation and state-terrorism in Kashmir. For a third time this week, the name of the amusement park built on Karachi’s old Sabzi Mandi (vegetable market) has been changed by the Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC). Which is the most polluted river in the world? A. Amur River B. Jordan River C. La Paz River D. River Ravi River Ravi in Pakistan is the most polluted river in the world, followed by water bodies in Bolivia and Ethiopia, a US-based research academy has said, warning that local populations in these areas are exposed to serious risks. This was followed by the La Paz river in Bolivia and the river system in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, according to the study. Which nation’s Prime Minister is likely to visit Russia on the first trip in 23 years? A. Pakistan B. North Korea C. Bangladesh D. China At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Imran Khan will embark on a two-day maiden visit to Moscow by the end of February 2022, confirmed Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi. It will be the first time after 23 years that a Pakistani prime minister will visit Russia. On February 09, 2022, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) disqualified PTI Senator, Named? A. Murad Saeed B. Faisal Vawda C. Moonis Elahi D. Asad Umar The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on February 09, 2022, disqualified PTI Senator Faisal Vawda over concealment of his dual nationality. An ECP bench headed by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Sikandar Sultan Raja also directed Mr. Vawda to return within two months the salary and other benefits he had received as a minister and a member of the National Assembly. Mcqsplanet.com Polling for the 2nd phase of local government elections in 18 districts of KP will be held on: A. February 25, 2022 B. February 27, 2022 C. March 15, 2022 D. March 31, 2022 Polling for the second phase of local government elections in 18 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be held on March 31, according to the revised poll schedule issued by the Election Commission of Pakistan on 9 February 2022. The development comes as the Supreme Court suspends the order of the Peshawar High Court`s Abbottabad bench to postpone the second phase of LG elections in KP. Which federal minister secured 1st position in “top 10 best performing federal ministries” by the PTI government? A. Murad Saeed B. Asad Umar C. Dr. Sania Nishtar D. Shafqat Mahmood Prime Minister Imran Khan on 10 February 2022 awarded appreciation certificates to the “top 10 best performing federal ministries” under his government. • Ministry of Communications (Murad Saeed) • Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives (Asad Umar) • Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Division (Dr. Sania Nishtar) • Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (Shafqat Mahmood) • Ministry of Human Rights headed (Dr. Shireen Mazari) What is the rank of Pakistan in EIU Democracy Index 2021? A. 102 B. 103 C. 104 D. 105 Pakistan was placed at the 104th spot among 167 states on the global Democracy Index 2021, compiled by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). India and Sri Lanka classified as ‘flawed democracies’ were ranked at 46th and 67th respectively on the index. Bangladesh and Bhutan were placed at 75th and 81st spots on the index. On 13th February 2022, Pakistan marked which birth anniversary of Faiz Ahmad Faiz? A. 110th B. 111th C. 112th D. 114th The 111th birth anniversary of legendary poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz was observed on Sunday. He was born on this day in Sialkot in 1911. His collections of work include Naqsh-e-faryadi, Dast-e-Saba, Zindaan Naama and Sham-e-Sheher-e-Yaaran. Faiz Ahmed Faiz was awarded Pakistan`s highest civil award Nishan-e-Imtiaz in 1990 in recognition of his services in literature. Mcqsplanet.com US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has placed Pakistan in which level in term of Covid-risk countries? A. Level-1 B. Level-2 C. Level-3 D. Level-4 The main US health agency continues to place Pakistan among the countries where the chances of catching Covid-19 are low. Pakistan in level-1, which is its lowest category for getting infected by a disease. The agency places India in level-3, chances of catching Covid-19 are high. Another South Asian country, Bangladesh, is in level-2 with a moderate risk of infection. Countries like China, Brazil, Anguilla, Kosovo, Mexico, and a dozen others are in level-4 where the chances of infections are very high. Recently, Iranian Interior Minister to visit Pakistan, Named? A. Rostam Ghasemi B. Hamid Sajjadi C. Ahmad Vahidi D. Ebrahim Raisi Pakistan and Iran established a joint working group of their interior ministries on February 14, 2022, to deal with border-related matters. The group was set up during a daylong visit of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi. The Iranian minister met Prime Minister Imran Khan, Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed, and Chief of the Army Staff Gen Qamar Bajwa. When PM Imran Khan launched the second phase of Raast? A. February 14, 2022 B. February 15, 2022 C. February 16, 2022 D. February 17, 2022 Prime Minister Imran Khan on February 15, 2022, launched the State Bank of Pakistan`s Free Raast Person-to-Person (P2P) Instant Payments System at a ceremony in Islamabad. In the first phase of Raast, launched in January 2021, transactions from organizations to persons, generally referred to as Bulk Payments, were enabled. The second phase is designed to facilitate Personto-Person (P2P) transactions under Raast,` the press release said. Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates first-ever visit to Pakistan was on: A. February 15, 2022 B. February 16, 2022 C. February 17, 2022 D. None of these Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates met Prime Minister Imran Khan on February 17, 2022, during his first-ever visit to Pakistan. President Dr. Arif Alvi conferred the Hilal-i-Pakistan award on Gates during a special investiture ceremony in Islamabad in “recognition of his support for poverty alleviation and healthcare”, according to Radio Pakistan. Mcqsplanet.com According to the PTA data which of the following is best network in Pakistan? A. Mobilink B. Ufone C. Zong D. Telenor In Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan, PTA conducted an impartial Quality of Service (QoS) survey in 18 cities and nine freeways, highways, and intercity roads to assess the performance and quality of services provided by Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs). As per the PTA survey, Zong ranked top as the best mobile network of Pakistan, followed by Telenor at 2nd place, Jazz 3rd place, and Ufone at the 4th place. Mcqsplanet.com Which player has become the first bowler in PSL to take 100 wickets? A. Wahab Riaz B. Shaheen Afridi C. Shadab Khan D. None of these Peshawar Zalmi’s skipper Wahab Riaz has become the first bowler in the history of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) to reach the 100 wickets landmark. The 36-year-old has achieved the feat in 75 matches as he has featured regularly in the HBL PSL ever since the tournament’s inception back in 2016. Mcqsplanet.com On 17th February 2022, which bus service/project got the Gold Standard Service Award? A. Lahore BRT B. Peshawar BRT C. Greenline Bus D. None of these The Peshawar Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) has received a globally-acclaimed, International Gold Standard Service Award (IGSS) on Thursday. Kamran Bangash, Provincial Minister for Higher Education, received the award on behalf of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. Bangash said Pakistan is the seventh country to receive the IGSS Award. Pakistan has become the first country in the subcontinent, the third city in Asia. Mcqsplanet.com When did PM Imran Khan inaugurates `Ehsaas Rashan Riayat` for low-income families? A. February 18, 2022 B. February 19, 2022 C. February 20, 2022 D. February 21, 2022 Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad to inaugurate the rollout of Ehsaas Rashan Riayat for lowincome families on February 19, 2022. At the retail outlet, PM will witness the digitally enabled Ehsaas Rashan Riayat disbursal to eligible families. SAPM on Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection Senator Dr Sania Nishtar will brief him on the salient features of the end-to-end digitized programme, which is the first of its kind worldwide. Mcqsplanet.com Which team is the first team in the PSL history to win the 9 matches out of 10 in the group stage? A. Peshawar Zalimi B. Multan Sultans C. Karachi Kings D. Lahore Qalandars Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) franchise Multan Sultans has made a record of PSL history after becoming the first team to win nine out of 10 matches in the group stage of the league. After defeating Islamabad United on 20 February 2022, by six wickets. Mcqsplanet.com Which team became the first team in the PSL history to finish with just one win and lost nine of its 10 games? A. Peshawar Zalimi B. Multan Sultans C. Karachi Kings D. Lahore Qalandars Karachi became the first team in the history of Pakistan’s premier Twenty20 league to finish with just one win as the 2020 champion lost nine of its 10 games. Karachi Kings have overall 43 defeats in seven editions of PSL, which is the greatest number of defeats. Previously, this record was with Quetta Gladiators who had lost eight matches in a single edition. Pakistan’s Cricket legend Wasim Akram was formally inducted into the PCB Hall of Fame on: A. February 20, 2022 B. February 21, 2022 C. February 22, 2022 D. February 23, 2022 1992 World Cup winner and former captain Wasim Akram, who took a total of 916 wickets and scored 6,615 runs in an international career from 1984 to 2003, was formally inducted into the PCB Hall of Fame on February 20, 2022. A convoy of 41 Afghan trucks reached Wagah border on _____ to collect the first consignment of wheat from India at Attar. A. February 21, 2022 B. February 22, 2022 C. February 23, 2022 D. February 24, 2022 A convoy of 41 Afghan trucks reached the Wagah border on February 21, 2022, to collect the first consignment of wheat from India at Attar. New Delhi has committed 50,000 tonnes of wheat for Afghanistan because of food shortages there. Mcqsplanet.com The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), has approved a $____ billion for Pakistan in Feb 2022. A. $1.1bn B. $1.2bn C. $1.3bn D. $1.4bn The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), a member of the Islamic Development Bank, has approved a $1.2 billion financing under the annual plan to provide Pakistan integrated trade solutions to support the energy and agriculture sectors. The annual plan was signed during a ceremony in ITFC headquarters in Jeddah between ITFC and a delegation of the Ministry of Economic Affairs on Feb 21, 2022. Who becomes Pakistan’s first Sikh citizen to get a PHD degree? A. Kalyan Singh B. Rajveer Singh C. Rajnath Singh D. Vinay Katiyar Kalyan Singh Kalyan has become the first Sikh citizen of Pakistan to receive his doctorate (Ph.D.) degree. The 42-year-old is the first Sikh in Pakistan’s history to receive the honor. Kalyan received his Ph.D. degree from the Punjab University. Kalyan is also known as Pakistan’s first Sikh assistant professor presented a 600-page dissertation titled “The Philosophy of Humanity in Guru Nanak’s Teachings after His Mother.” Mcqsplanet.com Name of Pakistani Olympian hockey Player who was the part of hockey team in 1960, died recently in February 2022? A. Abdul Rasool B. Abdul Waheed Khan C. Abdul Ghafoor Khan D. None of these Abdul Waheed born in the British Raj, was a Pakistani field hockey player who was a member of the country’s gold medal-winning 1960 Olympic Hockey team. He played center forward and scored the first goal in the team’s final game. he died peacefully at his home in Karachi on February 21, 2022. He was 87. Senior PPP leader and former senator Rehman Malik passed away on: A. 21 February 2022 B. 22 February 2022 C. 23 February 2022 D. 24 February 2022 Malik contracted COVID-19, which led to complications in his lungs. He was admitted to the intensive care unit at Shifa Medical hospital for treatment on 1 February 2022 and was put on a ventilator. Malik died on the morning of 23 February 2022, at the age of 70. 33rd Interior Minister from being appointed on 25 March 2008 until 16 March 2013. Who becomes KP’s first women Assistant Inspector general (AIG)? A. Madiha Imam B. Moomal Khalid C. Ayesha Gul D. Maryam Noor For the first time in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a female cop has been appointed as AIG. Ayesha Gul from Swabi gets the award. According to sources, Ayesha Gul, a female police officer in Peshawar, has been appointed as AIG for the first time in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police history. Mcqsplanet.com Prime Minister Imran Khan arrived in Moscow for a two-day official visit from: A. Feb 23-24, 2022 B. Feb 24-26, 2022 C. Feb 26-27, 2022 D. None of these Pakistan PM Imran Khan, who arrived in Russia on Feb. 23 on a two-day visit, will hold talks with the Russian President Vladimir Putin to reset the bilateral ties and expand cooperation in the energy sector. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on February 24 is scheduled to meet Vladimir Putin, hours after the Russian President ordered a special military operation in eastern Ukraine. On _____, A session court in Islamabad, Sentenced Zahir Jaffer to death for murdering Noor Mukadam. A. February 22, 2022 B. February 24, 2022 C. February 25, 2022 D. None of these • A sessions court in Islamabad on Thursday sentenced Zahir Jaffer to death for the murder of Noor Mukadam. The court also found him guilty of rape and handed him 25 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs200,000. • Noor’s father, Shaukat Mukadam, previously served as Pakistan’s ambassador to South Korea and Kazakhstan. Zahir Zakir Jaffer, son of a wealthy businessman, Zakir Jaffer, and Asmat Adamjee. • Noor Mukadam was murdered on 20 July 2021. Who becomes first Hindu LT Colonel in Pakistan army? A. Sam Manekshaw B. Kailash Kumar C. Vikram Batra D. None of these In a first, Pakistan Army has promoted a Hindu officer Kelash Kumar to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He is the first Hindu to attain this position in the Pakistan Army. Kumar’s rank was upgraded from major to lieutenant colonel during the promotion boards. In 2019, Dr. Kelash Garvada became the first-ever Hindu Major in the Pakistan Army and was posted in the Ministry of Defence. Which team is the winner of the seventh edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL-7)? A. Multan Sultans B. Islamabad United C. Peshawar Zalmi D. Lahore Qalandars The league began on 27 January 2022, where the final was held on 27 February. On 27 February 2022, Lahore Qalandars beat Multan Sultans by 42 runs in the final, to win their maiden PSL title. 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Muhammad Asif Pakistani teenage cueist Ahsan Ramzan became the youngest IBSF ( International Billiards & Snooker Federation) world champion on 11 March 2022 after beating Iran's Amir Sarkosh in the final in Doha. Ahsan made his way into the final of the event after beating defending champion and compatriot Muhammad Asif in the semi-finals of the event. Who is the current Chairman of Gwadar Port Authority (GPA)? A. Asim Saleem Bajwa B. Naseer khan kashani C. Daud Baloch D. None of these Mcqsplanet.com Who emerged victorious on a Senate seat from Sindh that fell vacant after the disqualification of PTI Faisal Vawda? A. Miftah Ismail B. Faisal Vawda C. Nisar Ahmed Khuhro D. Ali Haider Zaidi Pakistan Peoples Party`s Nisar Ahmed Khuhro on March 09, 2022, emerged victorious on a Senate seat from Sindh that fell vacant after the disqualification of Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf`s Faisal Vawda. Major opposition parties PTI, Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan, and Grand Democratic Alliance had already announced a boycott of the polling process. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan’s first home Test against Australia in 24 years ended in: A. Won by Australia B. Won by Pakistan C. Tame draw D. None of these Imam-ul-Haq cracked a century in each innings and his opening partner Abdullah Shafique hit a maiden hundred as Pakistan’s first home Test against Australia in 24 years ended in a tame draw in Rawalpindi on 8 March 2022. Opposition leaders submitted the no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan on: A. March 4, 2022 B. March 6, 2022 C. March 8, 2022 D. None of these Opposition leaders submitted the no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan in the National Assembly Secretariat in Islamabad, on March 8, 2022. The opposition claims to have the support of 202 NA lawmakers. For a no-confidence motion to be successful, the support of a simple majority ______ of the total 342 members in the lower house of parliament is required. A. 152 B. 172 C. 180 D. None of these For a no-confidence motion to be successful, the support of a simple majority — 172 of the total 342 members — in the lower house of parliament is required. The opposition claims they have the numbers needed, with Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman adding that they have been aiming for the number of 180. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan launches ______ Framework on International Women’s Day on 8 March. A. National Planning Policy Framework B. National Youth Policy Framework C. National Gender Policy Framework D. None of these The Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, on the occasion of International Women’s Day, on 8 March 2022 launched the National Gender Policy Framework aimed at providing a structured mechanism with defined objectives for improving the lives of women and providing them with equal opportunities to excel in a professional sphere. Mcqsplanet.com The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has directed banks to employ at least _____ percent of women in the workforce by 2023. A. 20 percent B. 30 percent C. 40 percent D. None of these The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has directed banks to employ at least 20 percent of women in the workforce by 2023. Gender diversity is a must for economic development and inclusion of women in the financial system, State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Dr. Reza Baqir said on 7 March 2022 at the launch ceremony of Asaan Digital Account (ADA). When former President of Pakistan Rafiq Tarar died? A. 7 March 2022 B. 6 March 2022 C. 5 March 2022 D. None of these Rafiq Tarar, a former Pakistani judge who served as the country’s President from 1997 to 2001, died on Monday in the eastern city of Lahore after a prolonged illness at the age of 92. The first police station for women in Balochistan opened its doors on: A. March 4, 2022 B. March 5, 2022 C. March 6, 2022 D. None of these The first police station for women in Balochistan opened its doors on March 4, 2022. The facility in the provincial capital was inaugurated by Inspector General Police (IGP) Balochistan Mohsin Hassan Butt. Pakistan`s first women police station was inaugurated by late Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto in Islamabad on January 25, 1994. Mcqsplanet.com A suicide blast kills dozens inside a Shia mosque shook Peshawar’s Kocha Risaldar area on: A. March 1, 2022 B. March 4, 2022 C. March 5, 2022 D. None of these On Friday, 57 people, including a policeman, lost their lives, and 194 others were injured when a suicide attacker detonated himself inside the mosque located in Peshawar’s old city neighborhood. Mcqsplanet.com Jinnah`s portrait unveiled at prestigious London club on: A. March 9, 2022 B. March 7, 2022 C. March 5, 2022 D. March 3, 2022 A Portrait of the founder of Pakistan, Quaid-i-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, was installed at Whitehall`s prestigious private members` club, the National Liberal Club, in London on March 3, 2022. Mr. Jinnah was a member of the club and has been honored with a portrait to commemorate his membership in 1913, along with Dadabhai Naoroji. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan on _____ signed an agreement with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) for suspension of debt. A. March 1, 2022 B. March 2, 2022 C. March 3, 2022 D. None of these Pakistan on March 3, 2022, signed an agreement with the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) for suspension of debt servicing of $846 million for six years under the G20`s Debt Service Suspension Initiative (DSSI) Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan’s Commissioner for Indus Waters is: A. Aftab shaikh B. Aizaz Chaudary C. Mehr Ali Shah D Aijaz Awan Mcqsplanet.com Which Pakistani former Supreme Court Chief Justice selected for Administration of Justice Excellence Award, 2022? A. Asif Saeed Khan Khosa B. Mian Saqib Nisar C. Umar Ata Bandial D. Mansoor Ali Shah The International Institute for Justice Excellence (IlJE) an international organization based in The Hague, The Netherlands (Holland) has selected former chief justice Asif Saeed Khan Khosa for the Administration of Justice Excellence Award, 2022. A formal ceremony to present the award to Justice Khosa is expected in The Hague in the next few weeks. Mcqsplanet.com The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs____ trillion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year (8MFY22). A. Rs3.39 trillion B. Rs3.59 trillion C. Rs3.79 trillion D. None of these The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs3.79 trillion in the first eight months of the current fiscal year (8MFY22), exceeding the target of Rs3.53tr by Rs268 billion, provisional data compiled by the tax body showed. Compared with the revenue collection of Rs2.92tr in 2020-21, 31 percent growth was posted in July February FY22. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current IG of Balochistan Police? A. Muhammad Ali B. Mohsin Hassan Butt C. Amjad Javed Saleemi D. Muhammad Tahir Rai Mcqsplanet.com What is the rank of Pakistan in World Happiness Index 2022? A. 117 B. 119 C. 121 D. 123 Pakistan has ranked 121 out of 146 countries on the list of World Happiness Report published by United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. released on 18 March 2022. UN International Day of Happiness, observed on March 20. 48th Session of Foreign Ministers of OIC to be held on: A. March 18-20 B. March 19-20 C. March 22-23 D. March 24-25 Pakistan was all set to host the upcoming meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) of Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Islamabad on March 22-23. The 48th summit will be convened under the theme: “Building Partnerships for Unity, Justice, and Development.” The session will coincide with the 75th anniversary celebrations of Pakistan’s independence. Pakistan signs deal to avoid $_____ billion penalty in Reko Diq case. A. $08 billion B. $09 billion C. $10 billion D. $11 billion The government on 20 March 2022 claimed to have saved the country from $11 billion penalties in the Reko Dig case and reconstituted a project aimed at excavating huge gold and copper reserves from the site in Balochistan. The federal and Balochistan governments and two international firms Antofagasta PLC and Barrick Gold Corporation have reached an agreement in principle on a framework to reconstitute the Reko Dig project. Mcqsplanet.com When batting legend Javed Miandad formally inducted into the PCB Hall of Fame? A. March 17, 2022 B. March 19, 2022 C. March 21, 2022 D. March 23, 2022 Former captain and batting legend Javed Miandad was on March 19, 2022 formally inducted into the PCB Hall of Fame. Pakistan Cricket Board`s chief executive Faisal Hasnain in this regard presented the 64-year-old superstar with a commemorative cap and plaque at the player`s residence in Karachi. When President Arif Alvi launched the Asaan Karobar Programme? A. March 17, 2022 B. March 18, 2022 C. March 19, 2022 D. None of these President Arif Alvi on March 18, 2022, launched the Asaan Karobar Programme saying innovative strategies by incorporating digital technology was essential to ensuring sustainable business activities especially to lessen the compliance burden on businesses particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) conduct first time liver transplant operations under the `swap transplant programme` on: A. March 14, 2022 B. March 15, 2022 C. March 16, 2022 D. March 17, 2022 The Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI) is all set to conduct first-time liver transplant operations of three patients under the `swap transplant programme` on March 17, 2022. It will place Pakistan on the list of the countries conducting swap transplant procedures. Punjab Culture Day celebrated every year on: A. March 14, 2022 B. March 15, 2022 C. March 16, 2022 D. None of these Cultural institutions on March 14, 2022, celebrated Punjab Culture Day with great fervor and zest. There were talks, discussions, music dance performances, displays of traditional art and craft, and celebration of rich culture of Punjab through the recitation of Sufi poetry. Mcqsplanet.com India fired a supersonic cruise missile, believed to be BrahMos into Pakistan on: A. March 9, 2022 B. March 11, 2022 C. March 13, 2022 D. March 16, 2022 Pakistan says it has taken note of India’s statement on the “accidental firing” of a missile into its territory, demanding a joint investigation to “accurately establish the facts surrounding the incident”. India accidentally fired a missile into Pakistan on March 9, the Indian Defense Ministry said. Mcqsplanet.com _____ Pakistani peacekeepers were martyred in the DR Congo on March 28, 2022 when rebels shot down a UN helicopter. A. Five B. Six C. Seven D. Eight Six Pakistani peacekeepers were martyred in the Democratic Republic of Congo on March 28, 2022, when rebels shot down a United Nations helicopter. One Russian and one Serbian peacekeeper also died in the crash. The M23 rebel group attacked several villages in DR Congo`s east, according to the statement. Pakistani girl wins 13th world global speed-reading competition, Named? A. Ayesha Omer B. Emma Alam C. Tahira Saleem D. None of these Pakistan’s Emma Alam on 21 March 2022 won the 13th World Speed Reading Championships finals, beating more than 100 competitors from all over the world. Held in hybrid form, the championships, which were delayed due to Covid-19, concluded this week with a great victory for Team Pakistan. Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) on March 21, 2022, approves $____ million for Mohmand Dam. A. $140 million B. $160 million C. $180 million D. $200 million The Jeddah-based Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) on March 21, 2022, signed framework agreements to extend $180 million loans to Pakistan to finance Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project (MDHP). The financing agreements were signed by Secretary Economic Affairs Mian Asad Hayaud Din and Special Adviser to the President IsDB Mohammad Jamal Al-Satti. The signing ceremony was also witnessed by IsDB President Dr Muhammad Al Jasser. When US State Department said that a prosperous and democratic Pakistan was critical to US interests? A. March 21, 2022 B. March 22, 2022 C. March 23, 2022 D. None of these The US State Department said on March 21, 2022, that a prosperous and democratic Pakistan was critical to US interests. Responding to queries about the current political situation in the country, a spokesperson for the State Department also underlined America`s support for the constitutional process in Pakistan. Mcqsplanet.com The KP cabinet on March 29, 2022 approves Rs____ billion food subsidy for Ramazan. A. Rs2.1 billion B. Rs2.3 billion C. Rs2.5 billion D. Rs2.7 billion The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet on March 29, 2022, approved an Rs2.5 billion Ramazan subsidy package to ensure an uninterrupted supply of edible items to the residents at subsidized rates during the upcoming month of fasting. Mcqsplanet.com Which organization report on March 28, 2022, places Pakistan among the countries that have done well in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic? A. IMF B. WB C. UN D. ADB A UN report released on March 28, 2022, places Pakistan among the countries that have done fairly well in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. The analytical report, prepared by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), notes that on March 23, 2022, the cost of vaccinating 40 percent of the population in Pakistan was 13.95pc of the country`s current health expenditure. Mcqsplanet.com The NCOC on _____ marked two years of its establishment. A. March 26, 2022 B. March 27, 2022 C. March 28, 2022 D. March 29, 2022 The National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on March 27, 2022, marked two years of its establishment and celebrated its achievements to control the spread of Covid-19 in the country. The NCOC used social media to make this announcement. Mcqsplanet.com Closed since 2019, Khunjerab to reopen for trade activities from: A. April 1, 2022 B. April 2, 2022 C. April 3, 2022 D. April 4, 2022 After remaining closed for more than two and a half years, a key land border crossing between Pakistan and China at Khunjerab is being reopened for trade activities from April 1, 2022. Khunjerab Pass was closed in November 2019 to contain the transmission of the coronavirus between the two countries. Mcqsplanet.com Sumaira Rehman, a Pakistani woman who had been languishing in a detention centre at Bangalore in India for some: A. four years B. five years C. six years D. None of these After remaining closed for more than two and a half years, a key land border crossing between Pakistan and China at Khunjerab is being reopened for trade activities from April 1, 2022. Khunjerab Pass was closed in November 2019 to contain the transmission of the coronavirus between the two countries. Mcqsplanet.com Tax collection from sugar sector reached Rs____ billion in the first four months -Dec 21, 2021 to March 22? A. Rs23.5 billion B. Rs24.5 billion C. Rs25.5 billion D. Rs26.5 billion The revenue collection in the current sugar crushing season posted a robust growth of 33 percent over the corresponding period of last year, which according to tax officials is mainly due to the introduction of an innovative digital monitoring system of sugar production. The sales tax collection reached Rs26.5 billion in the first four months -Dec 21, 2021, to March 22 -as against Rs19.9bn collected during the corresponding period in the last crushing season, registering an increase of 33pc or Rs6.59bn. Who is the first international boxer from Gilgit Baltistan? A. Ahmed Ali B. Haider Khan C. Usman Wazeer D. None of these Usman Wazeer is a Pakistani professional boxer. Nicknamed the Asian Boy, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest contemporary Pakistani boxers. He is currently an undefeated welterweight boxer and holds the ABF Asian title, being the first Pakistani to do so. Pakistan’s first home Test series against Australia in 24 years ended in: A. Won by Australia B. Won by Pakistan C. tame draw D. None of these Australia completed a memorable series win against Pakistan – their first series victory in Asia since 2011 – winning 1-0. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan government decided to send ____ emergency aid to Ukraine. A. Rs60 million B. Rs70 million C. Rs80 million D. None of these In an apparent balancing act, Pakistan will send emergency aid to Ukraine as a message of solidarity to the war-stricken people. A decision to this effect was taken by the federal cabinet through the circulation of an emergency summary for the allocation of about Rs60 million along with two aircraft to deliver aid goods in Poland. 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Rs5.382 The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs4.382 trillion in the first nine months of the current fiscal year (9MFY22), exceeding the target of Rs4.134tr by Rs248 billion, provisional data compiled by the tax body showed on March 31, 2022. Compared with the revenue collection of Rs3.394tr in the same period in 2020-21, 29.1 per cent growth was posted in July-March FY22. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current champion of Pakistan Cup? A. Central Punjab B. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa C. Balochistan D. None of these The Pakistan Cup is the national domestic List A cricket competition in Pakistan. Captain Yasir Shah and emerging batter Abdul Wahid Bangalzai led Balochistan to a thumping win in the Pakistan Cup final against defending champions Khyber Pakhtunkhwa at the Multan Cricket Stadium on April 1, 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Recently, Pakistan won their first One-day International series against Australia in ____ years. A. 18 years B. 20 years C. 22 years D. 24 years Babar Azam continues to smash records; the skipper leading from the front as Pakistan won their first One-day International series against Australia in 20 years on 2 April 2022. Babar`s second consecutive century helped Pakistan secure a nine-wicket victory over Australia in the final ODI at the Gaddafi Stadium, helping the hosts clinch the three-match series 2-1. Who became the first Pakistani to win the prestigious Grammy Award in the Best Global Performance category for her song `Mohabbat`? A. Ali Sethi B. Shae Gill C. Arooj Aftab D. Kaifi Khalil Singer and musician Arooj Aftab on 3 April 2022 became the first Pakistani to win the prestigious Grammy Award in the Best Global Performance category for her song `Mohabbat`. The 37-year-old who has lived in New York for around 15 years, has been steadily gaining global attention for her work that fuses ancient Sufi traditions with inflections of folk, jazz, and minimalism. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Governor of Punjab? A. Muhammad Khan Achakzai B. Omer Sarfraz Cheema C. Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar D. Ishratul Ibad No-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan was rejected on: A. 3rd April 2022 B. 2nd April 2022 C. 4th April 2022 D. 5th April 2022 The president of Pakistan, Dr. Arif Alvi, has approved the advice of the prime minister of Pakistan to dissolve the National Assembly under Article 58 (1) read with Article 48(1) of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The strength needed for the success of the NO-Confidence Motion in the National Assembly is: A. 172/342 B. 170/342 C. 176/342 D. 178/342 Under the constitution, a prime minister is elected by a majority of the lower house National Assembly, which has 342 members. A candidate needs a majority of legislators, 172 or more, to vote for him to become prime minister. That is the same number of votes needed to pass a no-confidence vote against him and his cabinet. Mcqsplanet.com President Dr Arif Alvi dissolved National Assembly on the advice PM Imran Khan on: A. 2nd April 2022 B. 3rd April 2022 C. 4th April 2022 D. 5th April 2022 Pakistan’s president Arif Alvi dissolved the country’s national assembly on the advice of Imran Khan on Sunday after his party blocked a no-confidence vote to prevent the prime minister’s removal. The president’s office announced on Sunday that Mr. Khan would remain prime minister until a caretaker premier was appointed. PM Imran Khan claims US diplomat involved in ‘conspiracy’ to topple his government, Named? A. Viktor Orban B. Donald Lu C. Zalmay Khalilzad D. None of these Prime Minister Imran Khan on April 3, 2022, shared more details about the threat he said he had been facing since early last month. Mr. Khan revealed that the US had sent a threatening message through Pakistan`s envoy. He was quoted as saying that US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu had reportedly in a meeting with Ambassador Asad Majeed warned there could be implications if he survived the opposition`s no-confidence motion in the National Assembly. Noted mountaineer Abdul Karim, also known as Little Karim, passed away on: A. April 4, 2022 B. April 5, 2022 C. April 6, 2022 D. April 7, 2022 Noted mountaineer Abdul Karim, also known as Little Karim, passed away at the age of 68 on April 4, 2022. According to family sources, he had been suffering from liver cancer since 2017 and died at the Combined Military Hospital in Rawalpindi. Mr. Karim hails from Hushe village of Ghanche district. Mcqsplanet.com PAEC has completed Re-Fueling Outage (RFO) of nuclear power plant C-3 at Chashma in record minimum time of: A. 23 days B. 25 days C. 26 days D. 29 days Engineers and technicians of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) have completed the Re-Fueling Outage (RFO) of nuclear power plant C-3 at Chashma in a record minimum time of 26 days. The PAEC said in a press release on 5 April 2022 that this was the first time in the country`s nuclear industry history that Pakistani engineers and technicians had completed RFO within the shortest possible time. Afghanistan have appointed former Pakistan player ______ as batting consultant. A. Younis Khan B. Muhammad Yonus C. Javed Miandad D. None of these Afghanistan has appointed former Pakistan players Younis Khan and Umar Gul as batting and bowling consultants respectively for their training camp in the United Arab Emirates, the country`s cricket board (ACB) said. Under which Article of the Constitution The president of Pakistan Dr Arif Alvi has approved the advice of the prime minister of Pakistan to dissolve the National Assembly? A. Under the Article 58 (1) B. Under the Article 48(1) C. Both D. None of these The president of Pakistan, Dr. Arif Alvi, has approved the advice of the prime minister of Pakistan to dissolve the National Assembly under Article 58 (1) read with Article 48(1) of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Azam Khan has been appointed as executive director and alternate executive director of Pakistan to _____ for a term of four years, starting from November 1, 2022. A. World Bank B. International Monetary Fund C. Islamic Development bank D. Asian Development Bank The government has notified the appointment of Mohammad Azam, a BS-22 officer as Executive Director to World Bank for four years. Azam was the principal secretary to the prime minister. Mcqsplanet.com Jamaatud Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Muhammad Saeed was sentenced to ____ years in jail for terrorism? A. 14 B. 25 C. 30 D. 33 An anti-terrorism court awarded a combined sentence of 33 years imprisonment to Jamaatud Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Muhammad Saeed on 08 April 2022 in two cases of terror financing registered by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD). The Supreme Court, with a ____ vote, ruled that the deputy speaker’s ruling to dismiss the motion and the subsequent dissolution of the National Assembly were unconstitutional. A. 3–2 B. 4–1 C. 5–0 D. None of these On 8 March 2022, opposition parties filed the motion against Khan in the National Assembly, On 3 April 2022, the motion of no confidence was unilaterally dismissed by the deputy speaker, Qasim Khan Suri, on grounds of “foreign interference”. PPP Chairman announced to take the matter to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court, with a 5–0 vote, ruled that the deputy speaker’s ruling to dismiss the motion and the subsequent dissolution of the National Assembly were unconstitutional, thus allowing the no-confidence vote to proceed. Pakistan Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser Resign on: A. 9 April 2022 B. 10 April 2022 C. 11 April 2022 D. 12 April 2022 National Assembly speaker Asad Qaiser announced late Saturday that he is resigning from his post after the country was plunged into political chaos. Ayaz Sadiq is requested to come and complete the legal procedure [on the no-confidence motion],” said Qaiser. Mcqsplanet.com When the no-confidence motion passed with a majority of 174 votes (out of 342) in the National Assembly against Imran Khan? A. April 10, 2022 B. April 11, 2022 C. April 12, 2022 D. None of these On 10 April, the no-confidence motion passed with a majority of 174 votes (out of 342) in the National Assembly, which resulted in Khan losing the confidence of the house and ceasing to hold the office of prime minister. Imran Khan becomes first Prime Minister in Pakistan’s history to have been removed from office through a no-confidence vote. The Balochistan Assembly on _____ passed the Home-Based Workers Bill. A. April 11, 2022 B. April 12, 2022 C. April 13, 2022 D. April 14, 2022 The Balochistan Assembly on April 11, 2022, passed the Home-Based Workers Bill aimed at protecting the rights of women and other people involved in the cottage industry in the province. Parliamentary Secretary on Law and Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Rubaba Khan Buledi moved the bill in the house. The house also adopted the Balochistan Universities Draft Bill, 2022, with a majority vote. The bill was moved by Minister for Education Mir Naseebullah Marri. How long did Imran Khan serve as Prime Minister of Pakistan? A. 3 years 2 months 23 days B. 4 years one month 13 days C. 3 years 7 months 23 days D. 3 years, 6 months 29 days Imran Khan served as the prime minister of Pakistan for three years seven months and 23 days, which in terms of months is around 43 months and 23 days. (3 years, 235 days) His 1,332-day tenure as prime minister which began on Saturday, August 18, 2018, ended on Sunday, April 10, 2022. Shahbaz Sharif elected as _____ Prime Minister of Pakistan. A. 22nd B. 23rd C. 24th D. 25th The Opposition’s joint candidate Shehbaz Sharif was elected as the 23rd premier of Pakistan Monday, April 11, 2022. He took the oath of office on the same day, administered by the Chairman of the Senate, Sadiq Sanjrani, acting for President Arif Alvi, who was on medical leave after complaining of “discomfort”. Previously in his political career, he served as the Chief Minister of Punjab three times, making him the longest-serving Chief Minister of Punjab. When Lahore High Court released Shehbaz Sharif on bail in money laundering reference? A. April 10, 2021 B. April 12, 2021 C. April 14, 2021 D. April 16, 2021 In December 2019, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) froze 23 properties belonging to Shehbaz and his son, Hamza Sharif, accusing them of money laundering. On 28 September 2020, NAB arrested Shehbaz at Lahore High Court and indicted him on charges of money laundering. He was incarcerated pending trial. Mcqsplanet.com When AJK Prime Minister Sardar Abdul Qayyum Niazi tendered his resignation from his office? A. April 13, 2022 B. April 14, 2022 C. April 15, 2022 D. April 16, 2022 Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Prime Minister Sardar Abdul Qayyum Niazi on April 14, 2022, tendered resignation from his office apparently to defuse the move by his Pakistan Tehreek-iInsaf (PTI) parliamentary party to replace him with regional President Sardar Tanveer Ilyas through a vote of no confidence. The ECP has announced first phase of local body polls to be held in Punjab on: A. June 7, 2022 B. June 9, 2022 C. June 11, 2022 D. June 15, 2022 The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has announced holding the much-delayed first phase of party-based local government polls in Punjab on June 9, only a day before the law governing the polls is set to expire. Bilquis Edhi died on _____ in Karachi due to congestive heart failure. A. 10 April 2022 B. 12 April 2022 C. 13 April 2022 D. 15 April 2022 Bilquis Bano Edhi, the wife of renowned humanitarian and philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi, passed away at the age of 74 on Friday after a brief hospitalization. Bilquis Bano Edhi was buried in the port city’s Mewa Shah graveyard on Saturday after Zuhr prayers. Her funeral prayers were offered at the New Memon Masjid Kharadar shortly before her burial. Who is the current Interior Minister of Pakistan? A. Rana Sanaullah Khan B. Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad C. Shah Mehmood Qureshi D. None of these Rana Sanaullah Khan currently serves as the 39th Interior Minister of Pakistan from 15 April 2022. e is a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan since August 2018. He is serving as the President of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) Punjab since 4 May 2019. Who is the current Speaker of Pakistan National Assembly? A. Raja Pervaiz Ashraf B. Khursheed Shah C. Asad Qaiser D. Dost Muhammad Mazari Raja Pervaiz Ashraf is the current Speaker of the National Assembly and a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from NA-58 (Rawalpindi-II). On 16 April 2022, Ashraf was elected unopposed as the 22nd Speaker of the National Assembly. Who is the current Chief Minister of Punjab? A. Syed Murad Ali Shah B. Sardar Usman Buzdar C. Hamza Shahbaz Sharif D. Jamal Kamal Khan Mian Muhammad Hamza Shahbaz Sharif is a Pakistani politician and the current Chief Minister of the Pakistani province of Punjab, in office since 16 April 2022. He has been a member of the Provincial Assembly of Punjab since August 2018. Bagging 197 votes. Who is the current Foreign Minister of Pakistan? A. Shah Mahmood Qureshi B. Sheikh Rasheed Ahmad C. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari D. Sajjad Hussain Qureshi Mcqsplanet.com An anti-terrorism court on April 17, 2022, handed down the death sentence to ____ men in the Priyantha lynching case. A. Five B. Six C. Seven D. None of these An anti-terrorism court on April 17, 2022, handed down death sentences to six men on two counts, life imprisonment to nine, five-year to one, and two-year jail terms each as many as 72 persons for their involvement in the lynching of a Sri Lankan factory manager in Sialkot over blasphemy allegations. Presiding Judge of the Gujranwala ATC Natasha Naseem, who conducted the trial in the Priyantha Kumara case. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Prime Minister of AJ&K? A. Muhammad Abdul Qayyum B. Sardar Tanveer Ilyas C. Abdul Qayyum Khan Niazi D. Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry Sardar Tanveer Ilyas, a PTI nominee and sole contender for the position of the prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir on Monday 18 April 2022 elected unopposed as AJK’s 14th prime minister as no candidate had filed nomination papers against him. The election was held in a Legislative Assembly session chaired by Speaker Anwarul Haq. Ilyas got 33 votes while 20 opposition members stayed away from polling. The oath was administered to him by AJK president Barrister Sultan Mahmood at a ceremony in the President`s House. Who is the current Secretary National Assembly of Pakistan? A. Raja Ashraf B. Akram Durrani C. Tahir Hussain D. Mehmood Chaudhry Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Chief Secretary of Balochistan? A. Mather Niaz Rana B. Saifullah Chattha C. Aurangzeb Haque D. Abdul Aziz Aqeeli Abdul Aziz Aqeeli, a BS-21 officer of the Pakistan Administrative Service, has been appointed the new chief secretary of Balochistan. According to a notification issued by the Establishment Division on 20 April 2022, Mr. Aqeeli will replace Mathar Niaz Rana. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current acting Governor of Sindh? A. Agha Siraj Durrani B. Shah Farman C. Imran Ismail D. Amanullah Khan Mcqsplanet.com The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on April 19, 2022, forecast Pakistan`s economic growth rate at: A. 3% B. 4% C. 5% D. 6% The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on April 19, 2022, forecasted Pakistan`s economic growth rate at four percent, and higher than estimated inflation and current account deficit during the ongoing fiscal year. The growth forecast is generally in line with similar estimates by other development lenders such as the World Bank`s 4.3pc and Asian Development Bank`s 4pc and credit rating agencies Moody`s 3-4pc but significantly lower than a 4.8pc target set in the budget 2021-22. Mcqsplanet.com In World Economic Outlook (WEO) 2022, the IMF projected an _____ average rate of inflation for the current year against 8.9pc last year. A. 10.2pc B. 10.8pc C. 11.2pc D. 11.9pc In World Economic Outlook (WEO) 2022, the IMF projected an 11.2pc average rate of inflation for the current year against 8.9pc last year. The Washington-based lending agency also worked out Pakistan`s current account deficit at 5.3pc of GDP (up from just 0.6pc last fiscal year) and 7pc unemployment rate, slightly lower than 7.4pc of last year. Pakistan Navy ship Shamsheer on April 20, 2022, visited Port Mina Salman, located in: A. Kuwait B. Bahrain C. Oman D. None of these Pakistan Navy ship Shamsheer on April 20, 2022, visited Port Mina Salman, Bahrain, during deployment on regional maritime security patrol. In a press release, the PN said the ship was patrolling the assigned areas and contributing to international efforts to ensure maritime security in the region. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current director general of Intelligence Bureau (IB)? A. Mehr Khaliq Dad Lak B. Suleman Khan C. Fuad Asadullah Khan D. Rao Sardar Ali Khan The federal government on April 20, 2022, appointed Intelligence Bureau Academy commandant Fuad Asadullah Khan as acting director-general of the Intelligence Bureau (IB). Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Deputy speaker Pakistan National Assembly? A. Qasim Shah Suri B. Asad Qaiser C. Zahid Akram Durrani D. Chaudry Pervez Ilahi Zahid Akram Durrani is a Pakistani politician who has been a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan since October 2018 and also serving as the 20th Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 21 April 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Pakistan Railways on 21 April 2022 launched ‘Thal Express’ which will operate between _____. A. Peshawar and Multan B. Rawalpindi and Multan C. Rawalpindi and Quetta D. None of these The Thal Express has the capacity to carry more than 700 passengers at a time with seven coaches for the economy class. Mcqsplanet.com Who becomes the first-ever Pakistani batsman to score back-to-back double centuries in the county championship? A. Azhar Ali B. Fawad Alam C. Babar Azam D. Shan Masood Shan has now become the first-ever Pakistani batsman to score back-to-back double centuries in the county championship. The 32-year-old batter played a knock of 219 off 268 deliveries against Leicestershire on 22 April 2022 to bring up his second consecutive double-century. Previously, he had scored 239 against Sussex. Overall, Shan is only the second Pakistani to manage back-to-back double centuries in First-Class cricket after Arshad Parvez who scored 243 and 236 in BCCP Patron’s Trophy back in 1978. Mcqsplanet.com Who has won France’s presidential election 2022? A. Marine Le Pen B. Eric Zemmour C. Emmanuel Macron D. None of these Emmanuel Macron has won France’s presidential election, fending off a historic challenge from far-right candidate Marine Le Pen during the 24th April 2022 runoff vote. Macron took 58.5% of Sunday’s vote, making him the first French leader to be reelected in 20 years. Mcqsplanet.com What is TOSHAKHANA? A. A government department which issues Stamps B. A department that stores precious gifts received by Officials C. Name of a Capital of a country D. Name of a Nepalian delicious Dish Toshakhana is a government-owned department under the control of the Cabinet Division of Pakistan formed in 1974. Its main purpose is to keeps gifts which are received by Ministers MNA & foreign secretaries, president and Prime Minister as well. Toshakhana is a word of Persian origin that literally translates into “treasure-house”. PIA inaugurated its first engineering hangar for aircraft maintenance, Named? A. Nur Khan Engineering Complex B. Fazaia Engineering Complex C. Pakistan Engineering Complex D. None of these The CEO of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), Air Marshal (retd.) Arshad Malik inaugurated its first engineering hangar at the New Islamabad International Airport on 24 April 2022. The hangar has been named ‘Nur Khan Engineering Complex’ after the head of PIA’s golden era, the late Air Marshal Nur Khan, and will be used for the regular maintenance work and repairs of the PIA aircraft in Islamabad. Mcqsplanet.com When a suicide bombing hit a van near the University of Karachi’s Confucius Institute? A. 24 April 2022 B. 25 April 2022 C. 26 April 2022 D. 27 April 2022 In a brazen attack on campus, a female suicide bomber Shari Baloch targeted a vehicle carrying faculty members of Karachi University`s Confucius Institute, killing three Chinese nationals and their local driver on April 26, 2022 afternoon. The tutors who were killed have been identified as Huang Guiping, the founding director of the Confucius Institute, Ding Mufang, and Chen Sai. The banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) linked Majeed Brigade claimed responsibility for the attack. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the Current Chairman of Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)? A. Muhammad Javed Ghani B. Syed Shabbar Zaidi C. Asim Ahmad D. Ashfaq Ahmed The 13-party coalition government on April 27, 2022, appointed a senior officer of the Inland Revenue Service (IRS) Asim Ahmed as the chairman of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in the wake of a change in the federal government. Mr. Asim replaced the incumbent chairman Ashfaq Ahmed who was appointed on Aug 24, 2021. Mcqsplanet.com Who administered oath to PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari as federal minister? A. President Arif Alvi B. Chairman Senate Sadiq Sanjrani C. CJP Umar Ata Bandial D. None of these President Dr. Arif Alvi on 27 April 2022 administered the oath of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto Zardari as the federal minister for foreign affairs. Mcqsplanet.com Former Chitral MNA Shahzada Mohiuddin passed away on: A. April 26, 2022 B. April 27, 2022 C. April 28, 2022 D. April 29, 2022 Shahzada Mohiuddin retired from active political life after completing his term in 2013. He had dominated politics in the district for well over a quarter of a century. His son Shahzada Iftikhar Uddin contested the general elections in 2013 and won the National Assembly seat in Chitral. Shahzada Mohiuddin died on April 27, 2022, at the age of 83. Mcqsplanet.com The Federal Shariat Court (FSC) on _____ asked the government to eliminate Riba (interest) from Pakistan by Dec 31, 2027. A. April 27, 2022 B. April 28, 2022 C. April 29, 2022 D. April 30, 2022 The Federal Shariat Court (FSC) on April 28, 2022, asked the government to eliminate Riba (interest) from Pakistan by Dec 31, 2027, after declaring its prohibition in all forms and manifestations to be Islamic and in accordance with the holy Quran and Sunnah. Announced by a three-judge bench comprising FSC Chief Justice Muhammad Noor Meskanzai, Justice Dr. Syed Muhammad Anwer, and Justice Khadim Hussain M Shaikh. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Minister of State for Petroleum? A. Mohsin Dawar B. Musadik Malik C. Maqbool Siddiqui D. None of these Minister of State for Power: Mohammad Hashim Notezai Minister of State for Interior: Abdul Rehman Kanju Federal Minister for Human Rights: Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs: Murtaza Javed Abbasi Federal Minister for Economic Affairs: Sardar Ayaz Sadiq Mcqsplanet.com In 2021, Pakistan’s military spending of $11.3 billion ranked ____ highest in the world. A. 21st B. 22nd C. 23rd D. 24th World military spending continued to grow in 2021, reaching an all-time high of $2.1 trillion. This was the seventh consecutive year that spending increased. Who administered the oath of CM Punjab Hamza Shehbaz? A. Governor Sarfaraz Cheema B. President Arif Alvi C. NA Speaker Raja Pervaiz D. PM Shehbaz Sharif Two weeks after being elected chief minister of Punjab, Hamza Shehbaz is finally set to be sworn in on April 30, 2022, as the Lahore High Court on April 29, 2022, directed National Assembly Speaker Raja Pervaiz Ashraf to administer the oath to the CM-elect after President Arif Alvi and Punjab Governor Omar Sarfaraz Cheema failed to obey the earlier court orders. At least ___ cases of attacks against media, including journalists, took place in Pakistan in 2021-22. A. 60 B. 73 C. 80 D. 86 At least 86 cases of attacks and violations against media and its practitioners, including journalists, took place in Pakistan over the course of one year between May 2021 and April 2022. There is a continuing trend of targeting journalists working for digital media, according to the research and analysis report by Freedom Network, an award-winning Pakistan-based media rights watchdog that tracks violations against journalists and attacks on freedom of expression on an ongoing basis. Mcqsplanet.com When Murree Tourism Police launched to facilitate visitors? A. April 24, 2022 B. April 26, 2022 C. April 28, 2022 D. April 30, 2022 Murree Tourism Police was on April 30, 2022, launched to facilitate and protect tourists in the resort station on the instructions of the inspector general of police (IGP), Punjab. Regional Police Officer (RPO) Rawalpindi Ashfaq Ahmad Khan and City Police Officer (CPO) Rawalpindi Omar Saeed Malik inaugurated the tourism police at Lower Topa. Police officials said the tourism police was launched after the Murree tragedy of January 8, 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current ambassador of Iraq to Pakistan? A. Abdul Kareem Tuama B. Hamid Abbas Lafta C. Fareed Yasseen D. 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Taiwan North Korea has confirmed its first outbreak of COVID-19, raising fears of a humanitarian disaster in one of the world’s few unvaccinated countries as it goes into a nationwide lockdown. Authorities detected a sub-variant of the highly transmissible Omicron coronavirus variant, BA.2, in people in Pyongyang. The North, which sealed its borders in January 2020, had been one of the few countries on Earth not to report an outbreak of COVID-19. The 2022 Northern Ireland Assembly election was held on: A. 5 May 2022 B. 7 May 2022 C. 9 May 2022 D. 11 May 2022 The 2022 Northern Ireland Assembly election was held on 5 May 2022. It elected 90 members to the Northern Ireland Assembly. It was the seventh assembly election since the establishment of the assembly in 1998. Sinn Féin became the largest party. Sinn Féin has the right to nominate Northern Ireland’s first nationalist First Minister (Michelle O’Neill). Mcqsplanet.com Local elections in the United Kingdom took place on: A. 3 May 2022 B. 5 May 2022 C. 7 May 2022 D. 9 May 2022 Local elections in the United Kingdom took place on 5 May 2022. These included elections for all London borough councils, and for all local authorities in Wales and Scotland. Mcqsplanet.com Which country has set up the world’s highest weather station at the top peak of Mt Everest to observe climatic change? A. USA B. Japan C. Russia D. China China has successfully established the world’s highest weather station on Mount Everest after its scientific expedition scaled the summit. A Chinese expedition team led by scientists has established the world’s highest weather station on Mount Everest at an altitude of 8,830 meters above sea level. Mcqsplanet.com When the first case of 2022 outbreak of monkeypox was confirmed, beginning with a British resident? A. 6 May 2022 B. 12 May 2022 C. 18 May 2022 D. 22 May 2022 An ongoing outbreak of monkeypox was confirmed on 6 May 2022, beginning with a British resident who, after travelling to Nigeria (where the disease is endemic), presented symptoms consistent with monkeypox on 29 April 2022. The resident returned to the United Kingdom on 4 May, creating the country’s index case of the outbreak. Which country unveiled the world`s largest hydrogen-powered truck? A. Russia B. China C. South Africa D. Brazil Mining Company Anglo American has unveiled the world’s largest hydrogen truck to operate at a platinum mine in northern RSA. The dump truck equipped with 2 MW fuel cells and capable of hauling up to 290 tons of ore will be the first among the trucks the company plans to replace diesel vehicles with. The truck presentation took place at the Mogalakwena mine located about 250 km away from Johannesburg, the RSA capital. Which country on 9 May 2022 celebrates the 77th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany? A. Russia B. France C. Britain D. Finland Russia on 9 May 2022 marked the 77th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Georgia also celebrating the 77th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany by allied forces in World War II. Mcqsplanet.com The birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale is celebrated as which day on May 12 every year? A. International Nurses Day B. International Doctors Day C. International Healthcare Day D. International Vaccination Day Florence Nightingale was an English nurse, social reformer, and statistician born on May 12 in 1820. Given her immense dedication and contribution to the health sector, her birth anniversary is celebrated as International Nurses Day all over the world. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Prime Minister of Sri Lanka? A. Ranil Wickremesinghe B. Sarath Fonseka C. Chandrika Kumaratun D. Mahinda Rajapaksa After Mahinda Rajapaksa’s resignation on 9 May 2022, due to the 2022 Sri Lankan protests, the president Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed Ranil Wickremesinghe as prime minister on 12 May 2022. Reuters described Wickremesinghe as an “economic liberal who has experience dealing with the International Monetary Fund.” Mcqsplanet.com ‘Katalin Novak’ was elected recently as the first female and youngest President of which country? A. Finland B. Romania C. Hungary D. Poland Katalin Éva Novák is a Hungarian politician serving as the current president of Hungary, having been elected in the 2022 presidential election. Novák is the first woman to hold the presidency, as well as the youngest president in the history of Hungary, elected at the age of 44. She assumed office on 10 May 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Recently, which country Foreign Minister said that ‘Hitler had Jewish roots’? A. Russia B. China C. USA D. Iran Sergei Lavrov Mcqsplanet.com When Al Jazeera reporter Shireen Abu Akleh killed by Israeli army gunfire in the occupied West Bank? A. May 10, 2022 B. May 11, 2022 C. May 12, 2022 D. May 13, 2022 Shireen Abu Akleh was a Palestinian-American journalist who worked as a reporter for the Arabic-language channel Al Jazeera for 25 years, and was a household name across the Middle East for her decades of reporting in the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories. On May 11, 2022, she was shot and killed while covering an Israeli military raid on the Jenin Refugee Camp on the West Bank. Mcqsplanet.com When UAE President Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan died? A. 11th May 2022 B. 12th May 2022 C. 13th May 2022 D. None of these Sheikh Khalifa died on 13th May 2022 at the age of 73. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan was the President of the United Arab Emirates, the Emir of Abu Dhabi, and the supreme commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces from 2004 to 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Who becomes the first black women Press Secretary of White House? A. Jen Psaki B. Karine Jean-Pierre C. Symone Sanders D. Anita Dunn President Biden announced Karine Jean-Pierre has been promoted to be Assistant to the President and White House Press Secretary. Karine will step into the Press Secretary role replacing Jen Psaki, who will depart from the White House on May 13. Karine Jean-Pierre serves as the 35th and current White House press secretary. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current National Security Advisor of the United States? A. Edward Price B. Avril Haines C. Antony Blinken D. Jake Sullivan Jacob Jeremiah Sullivan is an American political advisor who currently serves as the United States National Security Advisor to President Joe Biden. On November 23, 2020, Presidentelect Biden announced that Sullivan would be appointed as his national security advisor. He took office on January 20, 2021. Mcqsplanet.com When former Australian cricketer Andrew Symonds died in car crash? A. May 12, 2022 B. May 14, 2022 C. May 16, 2022 D. None of these Andrew Symonds, also commonly known by the nickname “Roy”, was an Australian international cricketer, who played all three formats as a batting all-rounder. Symonds died in a single-vehicle car crash about 50 km (31 mi) outside Townsville, Queensland, on 14 May 2022 at the age of 46. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current President of UAE? A. Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum B. Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum C. Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan D. Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan is the third president of the United Arab Emirates since 14 May 2022. After the death of Sheikh Khalifa on 13 May 2022, Mohamed became the ruler of Abu Dhabi. He was elected to the presidency of the United Arab Emirates the next day. Mcqsplanet.com ‘John Lee’ is the newly elected leader of which country? A. Hong Kong B. Taiwan C. South Korea D. Malaysia John Lee was elected as Hong Kong’s next leader, after winning over 99% of the votes cast by a largely pro-Beijing election committee. Lee received 1,416 votes in the chief executive election, far exceeding the 751 votes he needed to win and the highest support ever for the city’s top leadership position. Lee will replace current leader Carrie Lam on July 1. Which currency become world’s top performing currency in 2022? A. Dollar B. Ruble C. Euro D. Pound The Russian ruble has turned into the world’s best-performing currency this year, as its onshore rate is up more than 11% against the US dollar so far in 2022. The ruble is the biggest gainer among 31 major currencies, according to data tracked by Bloomberg, and has overtaken the Brazilian real, which is up 9% this year. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current President of Somalia? A. Sharif Sheikh Ahmed B. Hassan Ali Khaire C. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud D. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is a Somali politician who has served as the president of Somalia since 15 May 2022. He is the 8th and 10th President of Somalia. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud made history as the first person to be elected president twice in Somalia’s nascent democracy after a landslide victory against the incumbent Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, aka Farmaajo. He previously served in the position from 2012 to 2017. Mcqsplanet.com Which country won 2022 Eurovision song contest? A. France B. Canada C. Russia D. Ukraine Ukraine wins the 2022 Eurovision song contest as the UK finishes second in Turin. Ukraine has won the 66th Eurovision song contest, which was held on 14 May 2022 evening in Turin in Italy. Mcqsplanet.com In May 2022, which food company decided to leave Russia after 30 years? A. KFC B. McDonald’s C. Burger King D. Pizza Hut McDonald’s has said it will permanently leave Russia after more than 30 years and has started to sell its restaurants. The move comes after it temporarily closed its 850 outlets in March 2022. The fast-food giant said it made the decision because of the “humanitarian crisis” and “unpredictable operating environment” caused by the Ukraine war. The opening of McDonald’s first restaurant in Moscow in 1990 came to symbolize a thaw in Cold War tensions. Mcqsplanet.com ‘Sky Bridge 721’ is the world’s largest suspension bridge, located in which country? A. Czech Republic B. Vietnam C. Indonesia D. Chile The world’s largest suspension bridge has opened to travelers in the Czech Republic. The bridge, which had been under construction for nearly two years, was officially opened. Mcqsplanet.com Which country is the host of 24th Summer Deaflympics in 2022? A. India B. Brazil C. Australia D. Greece The 24th edition of 2021 Summer Deaflympics i.e. Caxias 2021, officially called the XXIV Summer Deaflympic Games, was an international multi-sport event held at Festa da Uva, Caxias do Sul, Brazil. The Motto of the event is “Sports comes from our hearts”. Opening: 1st May 2022 Closing: 15 May 2022 Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Prime Minister of France? A. Elisabeth Borne B. Audrey Azoulay C. Florence Parly D. Marisol Touraine Élisabeth Borne is a French politician who has served as Prime Minister of France since 16 May 2022. The first woman to head the French government in over 30 years. Borne is the first woman to hold the position since Édith Cresson, who served from 1991 to 1992. Mcqsplanet.com Which country approved a bill which grants paid medical leave for women who suffer from severe period pain? A. Finland B. Spain C. Sweden D. Norway Spain`s cabinet on May 17, 2022, approved a bill that grants paid medical leave for women who suffer from severe period pain, in what would be a first in Europe. As with paid leave for other health reasons, a doctor must approve the temporary medical incapacity. Mcqsplanet.com US President Joe Biden arrived in South Korea on ____, his first Asia trip as President. A. 18 May 2022 B. 20 May 2022 C. 27 May 2022 D. 29 May 2022 President Joe Biden landed in South Korea on 20 May 2022 for his first trip to Asia as US leader, aiming to cement ties with regional security allies as concerned over a North Korean nuclear test grows. Biden wants the trip to boost a years-long US pivot to Asia, where rising Chinese commercial and military power is undercutting Washington’s dominance. He received a warm welcome from South Korea’s new President Yoon Suk-Yeol. Mcqsplanet.com Which country is the host of the ‘Second global pandemic summit’ held in May 2022? A. Indonesia B. USA C. India D. Australia The USA hosted the ‘Second global pandemic summit’ in May 2022. It was attended by chiefs of UN, WHO, Belize as Chair of CARICOM, Senegal as Chair of African Union, Indonesia as President of G20, and Germany as President of G7. The leaders announced about USD 3 billion to fight the virus, along with a set of new programs to boost access to vaccines and treatments around the world. The theme is ‘Preventing Pandemic Fatigue and Prioritising Preparedness’. In May 2022, Malik pleaded guilty to charges of criminal conspiracy and waging war against the state, and was sentenced to: A. Death B. 15 years C. 30 years D. Life imprisonment Yasin Malik (born 3 April 1966) is a Kashmiri separatist leader and former militant who advocates the separation of Kashmir from both India and Pakistan. He is the Chairman of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front, which originally spearheaded armed militancy in the Kashmir Valley. On 19 May 2022, Malik was convicted by the NIA Court on charges of conspiracy and waging war against the state. Mcqsplanet.com On 22 May 2022, Google Doodle celebrates Gama Pehlwan’s _____ birthday. A. 142nd B. 143rd C. 144th D. 145th Google Doodle is celebrating the 144th birthday of great Indian wrestler Ghulam Muhammad Bakhsh Butt, popularly known as Gama Pehlwan or The Great Gama, to remember and honor his accomplishments. Gama Pehlwan was born on 22 May 1878 in Amritsar. He fought a total of 5000 bouts in his entire carrier and was considered the most successful wrestler of the last century. Staying undefeated for 22 years earned Gama Pehlwan the title of “undefeated champion” as well. Mcqsplanet.com Russia on May 21, 2022, stopped providing natural gas to which country? A. Finland B. Sweden C. Germany D. Belarus Russia on May 21, 2022, stopped providing natural gas to neighboring Finland, which has angered Moscow by applying for Nato membership, after the Nordic country refused to pay supplier Gazprom in rubles. Following Russia`s Feb 24 invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has asked clients from `unfriendly countries` including EU member states to pay for gas in rubles, a way to sidestep Western financial sanctions against its central bank. Mcqsplanet.com Who becomes first UK politician to make the Sunday Times Rich List 2022? A. Simon Reuben B. Kirsten Rausing C. Rishi Sunak D. Robert Watts The Sunday Times Rich List 2022 is the 34th annual survey of the wealthiest people resident in the United Kingdom, published by The Sunday Times online on 20 May 2022 and in print on 22 May 2022. In the Sunday Times Rich List 2022 ranking of the wealthiest people in the UK he was placed 222nd with an estimated fortune jointly with his wife of £730million, making him the “first frontline politician to join the rich list”. Mcqsplanet.com The 75th World Health Assembly (WHA) began in Geneva on: A. May 20, 2022 B. May 22, 2022 C. May 24, 2022 D. May 26, 2022 Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the first in-person World Health Assembly (WHA) began in Geneva on May 22, 2022. The 75th WHA is being attended by representatives of 194 countries. The Health Assembly is being held from 22-28 May 2022 in Geneva, Switzerland. Mcqsplanet.com World Bee Day is celebrated every year on: A. 20th May B. 22nd May C. 24th May D. 27th May World Bee Day 2022 is on Friday, 20th May 2022. Bee Day celebrations raise awareness about the threats to pollinators like bees by human activities. In December 2017, the United Nations (UN) approved this day and the First World Bee Day was celebrated on Sunday, 20 May 2018. In the current year 2022, the fifth observance of this special day is taking place. World Bee Day theme 2022 is “Bee engaged: Celebrating the diversity of bees and beekeeping systems”. Who is the current Prime Minister of Australia? A. Daniel Andrews B. Malcolm Turnbull C. Anthony Albanese D. Scott Morrison Anthony Norman Albanese is an Australian politician who is the 31st and current prime minister of Australia. He has been the leader of the Australian Labor Party (ALP) since 2019, and member of parliament (MP) for Grayndler since 1996. In the 2022 election, Albanese led his party to a decisive victory against Scott Morrison’s Liberal-National Coalition, making history as the first Italian Australian to become prime minister. He was sworn in on 23 May 2022. Marcos Junior has been elected as the new President of which country? A. Malaysia B. Singapore C. Philippines D. Mauritius Marcos was proclaimed the President-elect of the Philippines on May 25, 2022, alongside his running-mate and Vice-President-elect Sara Duterte. Marcos received 31,629,783 votes, or 58.77% of the total votes cast, about 16.5 million votes ahead of his closest rival, Vice President Leni Robredo, who received over 15 million votes. Mcqsplanet.com When 18-year-old gunman fatally shot nineteen students and two teachers at Robb Elementary School in Texas, United States? A. May 22, 2022 B. May 24, 2022 C. May 26, 2022 D. May 28, 2022 On May 24, 2022, 18-year-old Salvador Rolando Ramos fatally shot nineteen students and two teachers and wounded seventeen other people at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, United States. It is the third-deadliest American school shooting, after the Virginia Tech shooting in 2007 and the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in 2012, and the deadliest in Texas. Mcqsplanet.com Which country imposed a shock ban on coal exports earlier in 2022? A. Indonesia B. Russia C. Afghanistan D. Pakistan Mcqsplanet.com Which is the venue of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2022? A. New York B. Davos C. Geneva D. Paris The annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland is scheduled from May 22nd to 26th 2022. The meeting was originally scheduled for January 17-21st but was postponed due to the outbreak of the Omicron variant. The theme for WEF annual Meeting 2022 is ‘working Together, restoring Trust’. Mcqsplanet.com Which football club won the final of 2022 UEFA Champions League? A. Real Madrid B. Liverpool C. Chelsea D. Barcelona The 2022 UEFA Champions League Final was the final match of the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League, the 67th season of Europe’s premier club football tournament organized by UEFA. It was played at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France, on 28 May 2022, between English club Liverpool and Spanish club Real Madrid. Real Madrid won the match 1–0 via a 59th-minute goal from Vinícius Júnior for a record-extending 14th title, and their 5th in Nine years. Mcqsplanet.com Which racing driver won the ‘2022 Monaco Grand Prix’ Title? A. Max Verstappen B. Sergio Perez C. Charles Leclerc D. Lewis Hamilton Mcqsplanet.com When Indian singer and politician Sidhu Moose Wala assassinated? A. May 23, 2022 B. May 25, 2022 C. May 27, 2022 D. May 29, 2022 Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu better known by his stage name Sidhu Moose Wala, was an Indian singer, rapper, actor and politician associated with Punjabi music and Punjabi cinema. Wala was a member of the Indian National Congress, and unsuccessfully contested the 2022 Punjab Legislative Assembly election from Mansa. He was shot dead by unidentified assailants on 29 May 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Japanese Red Army founder Fusako Shigenobu freed from prison after: A. 15 years B. 20 years C. 25 years D. 30 years The co-founder of the Japanese Red Army militant group has been freed from prison after serving 20 years for her part in a 1974 embassy siege. Her once-feared group had aimed to provoke a global socialist revolution through high-profile terror acts. They carried out a series of hostage-takings and hijackings, as well as a deadly attack on an Israeli airport. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Defence Minister of Japan? A. Shinzo Abe B. Nobuo Kishi C. Fumio Kishida D. Yoshihide Suga Nobuo Kishi is a Japanese politician who currently serves as Minister of Defense since September 2020. He is serving in the House of Representatives as a member of the Liberal Democratic Party. He is a younger brother of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and a grandson of former Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Defence Minister of Russia? A. Alina Kabaeva B. Dmitry Medvedev C. Sergey Lavrov D. Sergei Shoigu Sergei Kuzhugetovich Shoigu is a Russian politician and army general who has served as the minister of defence of Russia since 2012. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Saudi Minister of Finance? A. Mohammed Al-Jadaan B. Khalid A. Al-Falih C. Ahmed Al Khateeb D. None of these Mohammed Al-Jadaan is a commercial lawyer and co-founder of Al-Jadaan and Partners Law Firm who has served as Saudi Arabia’s minister of finance since November 2016 and concurrently as acting minister of economy and planning since March 2020. 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None of these Lebanese lawmakers re-elected Nabih Berri as parliament speaker on 31 May 2022 for a seventh consecutive term, cementing his reputation as an immovable centerpiece of the country`s political landscape. Mcqsplanet.com According to a World Bank report, _____ million people globally have no access to electricity? A. 522 Million B. 733 Million C. 884 Million D. None of These A new World Bank report says 733 million people globally have no access to electricity, while 2.4 billion people are still using fuels detrimental to their health and the environment. Mcqsplanet.com When is the ‘World Bicycle Day’ celebrated every year? A. June 1 B. June 3 C. June 8 D. None of These World Bicycle Day 2022 is on Friday, 3 June 2022. The fifth World Bicycle Day observance is being celebrated on this date. The United Nations celebrated the first World Bicycle Day on Sunday, June 3, 2018, at UN General Assembly in New York. Who is the winner of the French Open 2022 Men’s single title? A. Novak Djokovic B. Rafael Nadal C. Casper Ruud D. Lucas Alcaraz Ace Tennis player Rafael Nadal won the final match to beat Casper Ruud and claim his 14th French Open Men’s single title. With this victory, Nadal claimed his 14th championship at Roland Garros and 22nd Grand Slam title overall. Which is the 20th European country to adopt the euro currency from 2023? A. Monaco B. Malta C. Croatia D Luxembourg Croatia is set to adopt the euro currency from the start of 2023 after meeting all the criteria to join the European Commission. This move will make Croatia the 20th European country to use the single currency. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a statement that Croatia has made a step toward adopting the Euro common currency. Which US state passes world’s first ‘right to repair’ law for digital electronics? A. Texas B. New York C. Florida D. None of These In a world’s first, the New York state legislature has passed the “right to repair” bill that will require digital electronics manufacturers to make parts, tools, information, and software available to consumers and independent repair shops. Which is the venue of the ‘World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2022’? A. New York B. Paris C. Geneva D. Davos The World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2022 started on 15 March in a virtual format with the final week held physically from 30 May to 3 June 2022 at the ITU Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The forum was held under the theme of ‘ICTs for Well-Being, Inclusion, and Resilience: WSIS Cooperation for Accelerating Progress on the SDGs’. Mcqsplanet.com Which country person becomes the world`s oldest to sail solo across the Pacific? A. Maldives B. Mongolia C. China D. Japan An 83-year-old yachtsman arrived in Japan early on June 4, 2022 morning after a solo, nonstop trip across the Pacific, becoming the oldest person ever to achieve the feat. Famed ocean adventurer Kenichi Horie`s arrival in the Kii Strait off western Japan capped a two-month trip that started from a yacht harbor in San Francisco in March. Mcqsplanet.com When Saudi Arabia receives first foreign Haj pilgrims since Covid began? A. June 1, 2022 B. June 3, 2022 C. June 4, 2022 D. June 7, 2022 Saudi Arabia on June 4, 2022, welcomed its first batch of Haj pilgrims since before the coronavirus pandemic, which prompted authorities to sharply restrict the annual ritual. The group from Indonesia landed in the city of Madina and was set to travel south to Makkah in the coming weeks to prepare for the Hajj next month, state media reported. Mcqsplanet.com Name of the two BJP leaders who made derogatory remarks against the Holy Prophet (PBUH)? A. Nupur Sharma & Kumar Mangalam Birla B. Nupur Sharma & Naveen Kumar Jindal C. Advaitesha Birla & Ravinder Takkar D. None of these At the center of this controversy is Nupur Sharma, who was a spokesperson of the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). she made controversial remarks regarding Muhammad and the age of one of his wives, Aisha, and videos of her statement had gone viral. Naveen Jindal, who was media head of the party’s Delhi unit, had also posted a provocative tweet on the issue. Mcqsplanet.com When was Nupur Sharma suspended from the BJP due to her comments about the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)? A. 3 June 2022 B. 5 June 2022 C. 7 June 2022 D. 9 June 2022 Nupur Sharma is an Indian politician and lawyer. She was the national spokesperson of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) until June 2022, when she was suspended from the party due to her comments about the Prophet Muhammad. Mcqsplanet.com Which country report has marked out both India and Pakistan for restricting religious freedom? A. USA B. Germany C. Australia D. Sweden US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has marked out both India and Pakistan for restricting religious freedom India for rising attacks on religious minorities and their places of worship and Pakistan for sentencing 16 people to death last year on blasphemy charges. Mcqsplanet.com On June 5, 2022, which country fired eight short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea off its east coast? A. Japan B. South Korea C. North Korea D. Israel North Korea fired eight short-range ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast on June 5, 2022, likely its largest single test, a day after South Korea and the United States ended joint military drills. Mcqsplanet.com On June 5, 2022, which country launched a spacecraft ‘Shenzhou 14’? A. USA B. China C. Russia D. India Shenzhou 14 is a Chinese spaceflight that launched on 5 June 2022 at 02:44 UTC. The flight marks the ninth crewed Chinese spaceflight and the fourteenth flight of the Shenzhou program. The launch of the three-person crew with a Long March-2F launch vehicle took place from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. Mcqsplanet.com When China launches third crewed mission to its new space station? A. June 1, 2022 B. June 3, 2022 C. June 5, 2022 D. June 7, 2022 China successfully launched another manned mission to its new space station on June 5, 2022, sending three astronauts who will continue construction work for six months, China’s Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced. The astronauts lifted off on the Shenzhou-14 spacecraft. The team will live and work at the Tiangong Space Station’s Tianhe core module for six months before returning to Earth in December. The crew includes Chen Dong, Liu Yang, and Cai Xuzhe. Mcqsplanet.com When is ‘International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing’ observed? A. June 3 B. June 5 C. June 7 D. June 9 International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing is observed every year on June 5. The date marks the day when the Port State Measures Agreement officially entered into force as an international treaty. In 2015, the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean of the FAO proposed the day. Mcqsplanet.com Which phone scam busted by International police recently? A. Lovbot B. FluBot C. Freetrial D. None of These Police in 11 countries have taken down a mobile phone scam dubbed FluBot that spread around the world via fake text messages, Dutch and EU police said. Flubot is malicious software (malware) that sends text messages to both Androids and iPhones. Mcqsplanet.com Turkey’s national name at the United Nations has been changed from “Turkey” to _____. A. Turkki B. Turkiye C. Torkee D. None of These The United Nations has changed the Republic of Turkey’s country name at the organisation from “Turkey” to “Türkiye”. UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said that a letter had been received on Wednesday from the Turkish foreign minister Mevlut Cavusoglu addressed to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, requesting the use of “Türkiye” instead of “Turkey” for all affairs. Mcqsplanet.com Recently, which country has signed first Arab free trade agreement with UAE? A. Australia B. Israel C. Italy D. None of These Israel has signed a free trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates, its first big trade pact with an Arab state. The agreement, which aimed at boosting trade between the two Middle Eastern nations, would encourage more Israeli companies to set up offices in the UAE, particularly in Dubai. Mcqsplanet.com British Prime Minister Boris Johnson won a vote of confidence on: A. June 2, 2022 B. June 4, 2022 C. June 6, 2022 D. June 8, 2022 British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has survived a confidence vote that could have seen him removed from power. Despite profound discontent within his ruling Conservative Party, Johnson won a vote of confidence on Monday by 211 to 148 votes. Mcqsplanet.com What is the theme of the ‘World Food Safety Day 2022’? A. Prevent Food-borne risks B. Safer Food, Better Health C. Manage Food-borne Infections D. Safe Food to Children Every year, June 7 is observed as World Food Safety Day across the world. The day was declared by the United Nations in 2018 to raise awareness of food safety. This year, the theme of World Food Safety Day is, “Safer Food, Better Health”. As per a report by WHO, the world records over 600 million cases of food-borne diseases annually. Mcqsplanet.com When have the United States, Britain, France and Germany submitted a motion to the UN atomic energy watchdog to censure Iran? A. 7 June 2022 B. 9 June 2022 C. 11 June 2022 D. 13 June 2022 The United States, Britain, France and Germany have submitted a motion to the UN atomic energy watchdog to censure Iran over its lack of cooperation with the agency, diplomats said 7 June 2022. The resolution urging Iran to cooperate fully with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is the first since June 2020 when a similar motion censuring Iran was adopted. Mcqsplanet.com When President Dr. Arif Alvi approved the reconstitution of National Economic Council (NEC)? A. June 5, 2022 B. June 7, 2022 C. June 9, 2022 D. June 11, 2022 President Dr. Arif Alvi on June 7, 2022 approved the reconstitution of 13-member National Economic Council (NEC) a constitutional body responsible for reviewing the country`s overall economic condition and formulating plans while ensuring balanced development and regional equity under Article 156 of the Constitution. Mcqsplanet.com Which is the first country in South Asia to launch e-gate for e-passports? A. Pakistan B. India C. Sri Lanka D. Bangladesh Bangladesh has launched e-gate (automated border control system) as the first country in South Asia. This e-gate has been installed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. As a result, one passenger can complete his/her immigration process by 18 seconds only. A total of 12 e-gates have been installed in the departure area while three at the arrival area of Dhaka airport. Mcqsplanet.com On June 8, 2022, which country disconnects some of IAEA monitoring cameras at nuclear sites? A. Russia B. Iran C. Turkey D. China Iran disconnected some of the United Nations nuclear watchdog`s monitoring cameras on June 8, 2022, the country`s Atomic Energy Organisation said in a statement after Western nations accused Tehran of noncooperation. Mcqsplanet.com Who wins the first 'LIV Golf Invitational Series' richest golf event? A. Tiger Woods B. Scottie Scheffler C. Charl Schwartzel D. Cameron Smith Former Masters champion Charl Schwartzel has banked $4.75 million by winning the richest tournament in golf history, while the event’s Saudi backers faced renewed backlash after a 9/11 victims’ group called for American players to withdraw from the rebel series. The first LIV Golf Invitational Series event started on 9 June 2022, at the Centurion Club, near London, England. Mcqsplanet.com Which country is the host of ‘19th Shangri-La Dialogue (Asia Security Summit)? A. China B. Singapore C. Malaysia D. UAE The 19th Shangri-La Dialogue, hosted by International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), commenced in Singapore, two years after the Covid-19 pandemic. The Shangri-La Annual Dialogue is one of important Asia’s Defence Summits. It’s a unique meeting where ministers debate the region’s most significant security challenges. It was launched in 2002 by the British think tank IISS with the support of the Singaporean government. The Shangri-La Dialogue is officially known as the Asia Security Summit. Asia’s premier security summit, the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, took place in Singapore on 10–12 June 2022. Mcqsplanet.com What is the theme of the ‘World Day Against Child Labour 2022’? A. Universal Social Protection to End Child Labour B. Rehabilitation and Restoration C. Importance of Education D. Commitment to End Child Labour World Day Against Child Labour is marked every year on 12 June across the world. The day aims to raise awareness about the exploitation of children who are engaged in child labour. The International Labour Organization (ILO) declared the World Day Against Child Labour in the year 2002. The theme for this year is “Universal Social Protection to End Child Labour”. Mcqsplanet.com Which country has released the new comprehensive Geological map of the Moon so far? A. China B. USA C. Russia D. None of These China has released a new comprehensive geologic map of the moon, the “most detailed” to date, which is expected to make a vital contribution to scientific research, exploration and landing site selection on the Earth’s only natural satellite. Mcqsplanet.com In which country, world’s largest ever freshwater fish has been found recently? A. Australia B. China C. Cambodia D. None of These A fisher in Cambodia has caught what scientists say is the world’s largest recorded freshwater fish, a giant stingray. Captured on June 13, the stingray measured almost four metres (13 feet) from snout to tail and weighed slightly less than 300kg (660lbs), according to a statement on Monday by Wonders of the Mekong, a joint Cambodian-US research project. The previous record for a freshwater fish was a 293-kg (646-lb) Mekong giant catfish, discovered in Thailand in 2005, the group said. Mcqsplanet.com A street in front of the Saudi embassy in Washington DC has been renamed as: A. Saud al-Qahtani Way B. Hatice Cengiz Way C. Jamal Khashoggi Way D. Salman bin Abdulaziz Way The street in front of Saudi Arabia’s embassy in Washington was renamed on 15 June 2022 as Jamal Khashoggi Way as activists vowed never to forget the slain journalist despite President Joe Biden’s planned visit to the kingdom. The capital’s local government changed signs on one block in front of the imposing embassy to read “Jamal Khashoggi Way” in honor of the Saudi dissident who was strangled to death and dismembered inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in 2018. Mcqsplanet.com Which country hosted the ‘Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians’? A. USA B. China C. Egypt D. None of These On 15 and 16 June, some 200 young parliamentarians from 60 countries convened in Sharm-el-Sheikh, Egypt for the Eight IPU Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians. Egypt has hosted the Eighth Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians in Sharm El Sheikh. Mcqsplanet.com The ‘International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR)’ is observed in which month? A. April B. May C. June D. July The International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) is observed on 16 June every year. It recognises the importance of over 200 million migrant workers who send money home. According to the United Nations, over 800 million people receive money as foreign remittances from their loved ones. Mcqsplanet.com Which cricket team created a world record with an One-day international score of 498 runs? A. Australia B. England C. South Africa D. West Indies England hit a world record one-day international score of 498 against the Netherlands and won the match by 232 runs in Amstelveen. The England team beat their previous mark of 481-6 sets against Australia at Trent Bridge in 2018. Mcqsplanet.com Which country recently launched its most advanced aircraft carrier named ‘Fujian’? A. USA B. China C. North Korea D. Pakistan China recently launched its third aircraft carrier named ‘Fujian’. It is also the country’s most advanced and the first fully domestically built naval vessel. Fujian is the name of China’s eastern coastal province of Fujian. Liaoning and Shandong are names of the two previous aircraft carriers of China. China plans to have around five aircraft carriers while the next carrier is expected to be nuclear-powered. Mcqsplanet.com The FATF last Plenary Session under Marcus Pleyer will take place from: A. June 10 to 13, 2022 B. June 12 to 15, 2022 C. June 14 to 17, 2022 D. June 19 to 23, 2022 Financial Action Task Force (FATF) delegates representing 206 members of the Global Network and observer organizations, including the International Monetary Fund, the United Nations, the World Bank, and the Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units, will take part in the last Plenary under the two-year German Presidency of Dr. Marcus Pleyer from 14-17 June 2022. The German government will host this hybrid event in Berlin, with a significant number of participants taking part in person. Mcqsplanet.com The FATF Plenary Session in June 2022 will be held at: A. Berlin, Germany B. London, UK C. Paris, France D. Geneva, Switzerland The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) meets this week, from June 14 to 17, 2022, in Berlin where it will be decided whether Pakistan has fulfilled all of the requirements needed to exit the list. During its latest Plenary session, the FATF reviewed Pakistan’s progress on the two Action Plans (2018 and 2021) and acknowledged their substantial and successful completion by the country. Mcqsplanet.com The outcomes of the FATF Plenary, June 2022 will be published on: A. 17 June B. 19 June C. 21 June D. 23 June Mcqsplanet.com Second round of presidential elections were held in Colombia on: A. 13 June 2022 B. 15 June 2022 C. 17 June 2022 D. 19 June 2022 Presidential elections were held in Colombia on 29 May 2022, with a runoff on 19 June 2022 as no candidate obtained at least 50% in the first round of voting. Iván Duque, who was elected president in 2018, was ineligible to run due to term limits. Gustavo Petro, a senator and former Mayor of Bogota, defeated Rodolfo Hernández Suárez, former Mayor of Bucaramanga, in the runoff election. Petro’s victory made him the first left-wing candidate to be elected president of Colombia. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current President of Colombia? A. Ivan Duque Márquez B. Gustavo Petro C. Juan Manuel Santos D. None of these Gustavo Francisco Petro Urrego is a Colombian economist, politician, former guerrilla fighter, senator, and the president-elect of Colombia. Ivan Duque will be succeeded by Gustavo Petro on 7 August 2022, after Petro ended up winning the runoff round in the 2022 Colombian presidential election. Mcqsplanet.com Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov auctions Nobel medal for $____ million. A. $100 million B. $103.5 million C. $107 million D. $109.5 million The Nobel Peace Prize put up for auction by the Russian journalist Dmitri A. Muratov to help Ukrainian refugees sold for $103.5 million to an anonymous buyer, obliterating the record for a Nobel medal. The proceeds from the auction will go to UNICEF to aid Ukrainian children and their families displaced by Russia’s invasion of their country. Mcqsplanet.com Which Country is recently hit by deadliest earthquake on 22 June 2022 with a magnitude 5.9 earthquake? A. India B. Afghanistan C. Iran D. None of These On June 22, a powerful 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck southeast Afghanistan, causing catastrophic damage and killing over 1,000 people. It was the most deadly earthquake in 20 years. At least 1,800 homes were destroyed, displacing thousands. Mcqsplanet.com Which country hosted the 14th BRICS summit in June 2022 virtually? A. Russia B. India C. Brazil D. China At the 14th BRICS summit which is to be hosted by China in a virtual mode on 23-24 June, the member nations will review the current global issues and will reach key agreements. The leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China & South Africa will discuss the status of diverse political, economic, cultural, and humanitarian cooperation, the Embassy said. Mcqsplanet.com I2U2 is the new grouping formed by: A. India, Australia, Israel, USA B. India, Israel, USA, UAE C. Pakistan, China, Russia, Iran D. UK, USA, UAE, India I2U2 is the new grouping formed by four nations- India, Israel, UAE, and the US. The first-ever I2U2 summit in a virtual mode will be held in July 2022. I2U2 as part of the Biden administration’s efforts to re-energise and revitalise American alliances across the world, according to the White House. The virtual summit of the four countries would take place during Biden’s trip to the Middle East region from July 13 to 16, a senior administration official told reporters during a conference call. Mcqsplanet.com The EU leaders agreed on ______ to grant candidate status to Ukraine. A. June 21, 2022 B. June 23, 2022 C. June 25, 2022 D. June 27, 2022 European Union leaders have granted `candidate status` to Ukraine in its bid to join the bloc, as tensions deepened over Russian gas supplies and Moscow`s forces closed in on key cities. In a show of support, the EU leaders agreed on June 23, 2022, to grant candidate status to Ukraine, as well as Moldova, although the two former Soviet republics face a long path before joining the bloc. Mcqsplanet.com Which country has launched a solid-fueled rocket named ‘Zuljanah’? A. Israel B. Iran C. Russia D. North Korea Iran has launched a solid-fueled rocket into space named ‘Zuljanah’. It is a 25.5 meter-long rocket, capable of carrying a satellite of 220 kilograms. The satellites will gather data in low-earth orbit. Zuljanah is named after the horse of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. Mcqsplanet.com Which country blocks participation of Pakistan in BRICS meeting? A. Russia B. China C. Brazil D. India India reportedly blocked an invitation to Pakistan for the “High level Dialogue on Global Development” held virtually on the sidelines of the BRICS meetings last week. Leaders of two dozen non-member countries of the BRICS format attended the meeting virtually held on June 24. Mcqsplanet.com Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2022 took place on 2025 June 2022, in: A. Ouagadougou B. Gitega C. Kampala D. Kigali, Rwanda Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2022 took place on 20-25 June 2022, in Kigali, Rwanda. Commonwealth leaders traveled to Rwanda to reaffirm their common values and agree on actions and policies to improve the lives of all their citizens. Mcqsplanet.com Where 51 migrants found dead in a Truck in June 2022? A. Karachi B. Texas C. Beirut D. Damascus At least 51 migrants have died after being trapped inside a sweltering tractor-trailer truck found abandoned in Texas. The deceased migrants, 39 men and 12 women, most of them citizens of Mexico, were discovered on 27 June 2022 in an industrial area on the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas, about 160 miles (250 km) north of the U.S.-Mexico border. Mcqsplanet.com When federal cabinet approved the National Hazardous Waste Management Policy 2022? A. June 17, 2022 B. June 21, 2022 C. June 25, 2022 D. June 28, 2022 The federal cabinet on June 28, 2022, approved the National Hazardous Waste Management Policy 2022 with consensus which will be passed on to provinces and implemented at the federal level for international compliance. International Day of Tropic observed every year on: A. June 1 B. June 4 C. June 30 D. June 29 The International Day of the Tropics, which is observed on June 29 annually, highlights the challenges faced by the nations of the Tropics and the opportunities their citizens have access to. Mcqsplanet.com The first case of cat-to-human Covid transfer was reported in which country? A. Thailand B. Japan C. UK D. Ireland Scientists in Thailand have reported the first solid evidence of a pet cat infecting a person a veterinary surgeon with Covid-19, though researchers say such cases of cat-to-human transmission are probably rare. Mcqsplanet.com When Ferdinand Marcos Jr has been sworn in as the Philippine President? A. June 28, 2022 B. June 30, 2022 C. July 01, 2022 D. July 03, 2022 On June 30, 2022, Marcos Jr. took the oath of office as the 17th President of the Philippines at the National Museum of the Philippines and was administered the oath by Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo. Mcqsplanet.com When Ketanji Brown sworn in as first Black woman on US Supreme Court? A. June 24, 2022 B. June 26, 2022 C. June 28, 2022 D. June 30, 2022 Ketanji Brown Jackson is an American judge who serves as an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. The first African American woman to serve on the court, Jackson was sworn in on June 30, 2022, having been confirmed by the United States Senate on April 7, 2022. Who is the current President of FATF? A. Isabelle Durant B. Marcus Pleyer C. Petteri Taalas D. T. Raja Kumar T. Raja Kumar began a two-year term as President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on 1 July 2022. He succeeded Dr. Marcus Pleyer. The term of the President begins on 1 July and ends on 30 June two years after assuming office. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Prime Minister of Israel? A. Naftali Bennett B. Benjamin Netanyahu C. Yair Lapid D. Gideon Sa’ar Yair Lapid is an Israeli politician and former journalist serving as the Prime Minister of Israel since 1 July 2022. Mcqsplanet.com Related MCQs • Current Affairs MCQs • English MCQs • General Knowledge MCQs • Pakistan Current Affairs MCQs • Computer MCQs • Pak study MCQs • Everyday Science MCQs • Islamic Studies MCQs Online Quizzes Click Here More MCQs IN PDF Click Here For Educational Videos Subscribe McqsPlanet Official Follow us on Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/mcqsplanetofficial Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcqsplanet Full Month افیز پاکستان کرنٹ ر July 2022 Special Offer for Aspirants International and Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2020 (Jan-Dec) in PDF International and Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2021 (Jan-Dec) in PDF Pakistan Current Affairs Full Year 2022 (Jan-july) + Additional Helping Notes in PDF For Download Click on this link: Contact us Which martyrdom anniversary of Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed observed on 5 July 2022? A. 23rd B. 24th C. 26th D. 13th The 23rd martyrdom anniversary of Kargil War Hero, Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed Nishane-Haider is being observed on 5 July 2022. Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed Nishan-e-Haider was born in district Swabi of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 1970. During the Kargil conflict on the Line of Control in 1999, he emerged as the symbol of courage. He was martyred on this day in 1999 galantly defending the motherland. Mcqsplanet.com Who became youngest Pakistani mountaineer to summit Nanga Parbat? A. Sirbaz Khan B. Shehroze Kashif C. Abdul Jabbar Shah D. None of these Pakistani mountaineer Shehroze Kashif, who is also the youngest in the country’s climbers’ community, has set another record by becoming the youngest mountaineer to summit Nanga Parbat. Nanga Parbat is the 9th highest peak in the world, and one of the 14 8-thousander mountains across the globe which scales up to 8,126 metres. Mcqsplanet.com What is the rank of Karachi in Global Livability Index 2022? A. 148 B. 158 C. 168 D. 172 In Global Livability Index 2022, the Pakistani metropolis was ranked the fifth least city in the world — only managing to fare better than Syria, Lagos, Tripoli, and Algiers. Sindh capital was ranked 168 amongst 172 cities with an index score of 37.5. Other cities included in the list of the 10 least liveable cities include Tehran, Douala, Harare, Dhaka, and Port Moresby. Mcqsplanet.com When was State Bank Monitory Policy announced? A. 5 July 2022 B. 6 July 2022 C. 7 July 2022 D. 8 July 2022 The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased the key interest rate by 125 basis points, taking it to 15%. This was announced on 7 July 2022 by SBP Acting Governor Dr Murtaza. The SBP’s latest move to increase the key interest rate takes it to its highest level since November 2008. What is the current SBP interest rate in Pakistan? A. 15% B. 10% C. 8% D. 7% The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on 7 July 2022 raised its benchmark interest rate by 125 basis points, from 13.75 percent to 15 percent, the highest level since 2008, with an aim at “ensuring a soft landing of the economy amid an exceptionally challenging and uncertain global environment.” Mcqsplanet.com Which death anniversary of Abdul Sattar Edhi observed on 8 July 2022? A. Second B. Third C. Fourth D. Sixth The 6th death anniversary of prominent philanthropist and humanitarian Abdul Sattar Edhi is being observed on 8 July 2022. Abdul Sattar Edhi was born on February 28, 1928, in Gujarat before partition of the sub-continent. He started welfare services in Pakistan in 1951. He breathed his last on this day in 2016 at the age of 88 in Karachi. Mcqsplanet.com Which martyrdom anniversary of Burhan Wani observed on 8 July 2022? A. Second B. Fourth C. Fifth D. Sixth Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control and world over observed the 6th martyrdom anniversary of popular youth leader and the face of Kashmiris’ resistance against India’s illegal occupation, Burhan Muzaffar Wani as Resistance Day on 8 July 2022. According to Kashmir Media Service, Burhan Wani along with two other associates, was killed by Indian troops during a fake encounter in Kokernag area of Islamabad district on this day in 2016. Mcqsplanet.com The country`s external debt servicing rose to $_____ billion in the first three quarters of 2021-22 compared to $13.38bn in the entire FY21. A. $8.886 B. $9.886 C. $10.886 D. $11.886 Pakistan could face a serious problem as its foreign exchange reserves fast depleting amid rising external debt servicing. The country`s external debt servicing rose to $10.886 billion in the first three quarters of 2021-22 compared to $13.38bn in the entire FY21. The country has been facing a serious threat from its external front as the State Bank of Pakistan`s foreign exchange reserves fell to single digits despite a $2.3bn inflow from China late last month. Mcqsplanet.com Gilgit-Baltistan’s CM Khalid Khurshid inaugurated the first software technology park in Gilgit on: A. . July 11, 2022 B. July 13, 2022 C. July 15, 2022 D. July 17, 2022 Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Khalid Khurshid Khan inaugurated the first software technology park in the region on July 15, 2022. The software technology park established in the Chilisdas area of the city will provide free internet, basic facilities, and co-working space to the staff of over 20 information technology companies. Mcqsplanet.com When will be by-elections held in 20 constituencies of Punjab? A. 9 July 2022 B. 11 July 2022 C. 17 July 2022 D. 29 July 2022 The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is committed to hold transparent by-elections in 20 constituencies of Punjab on 17th July 2022. Spokesperson of Election Commission, Huda Gohar said that by-elections are being held on old final electoral rolls. Mcqsplanet.com What is the rank of Pakistan in Global Gender Gap Report 2022? A. 143 B. 144 C. 145 D. 146 Pakistan has been ranked as the second-worst country in terms of gender parity, according to a Global Gender Gap Report, triggering a debate on the need to increase women’s participation and representation in all spheres of public life. The country placed 145 out of 146 countries, of which the top five are Iceland, Finland, Norway, New Zealand, and Sweden, while the five worst ones are Afghanistan, Pakistan, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iran, and Chad. In July 2022, US Removes which country from Child Soldiers List? A. Iran B. Russia C. Afghanistan D. Pakistan The United States has also removed Pakistan from a list of countries that allow the recruitment of child soldiers. On 19 July 2022, the US State Department upgraded Pakistan on another list of states that do not take adequate steps to curb human trafficking removing it from a watch list of potential violators. Pakistan was placed on the Child Soldiers Prevention List (CSPA) in 2021. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current chairman of NAB? Justice (R) Javed Iqbal B. Aftab Sultan C. Usman Yousaf Mobin D. Zahir Shah The incumbent government on 21 July 2022 approved the appointment of former director general of the Intelligence Bureau, Aftab Sultan, as chairperson of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). Aftab Sultan, who has a reputation of being an honest officer, was suggested by the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP). He has earlier served as inspector general of the Punjab police and the commandant of the National Police Academy. Who is the current Chairman of Sindh Public Service Commission (SPSC)? A. Muhammad Waseem B. Muhammad Saleem Bhonur C. Noor Muhammad Jadmani D. None of These The Sindh Government 21 July 2022 appointed Muhammad Waseem, a retired officer of ExPCS of 22nd grade, as the chairperson of the Sindh Public Service Commission with immediate effect. Waseem served the Government of Sindh for over three decades. Mcqsplanet.com Which Pakistani batter surpassed Indian counterpart Virat Kohli to become the fastest Asian batter in terms of innings to surpass a total of 10,000 runs across all international cricket formats? A. Babar Azam B. Muhammad Rizwan C. Shoaib Malik D. Fakhar Zaman Pakistani batter Babar Azam surpassed Indian counterpart Virat Kohli to become the fastest Asian batter in terms of innings to surpass a total of 10,000 runs across all international cricket formats Mcqsplanet.com In July 2022, Pakistan and ____ have reached an agreement to facilitate coal trade for power generation. A. Afghanistan B. Turkey C. Iran D. China Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached an agreement to facilitate bilateral trade, especially coal for use in power generation to bridge the shortfall in electricity production in the wake of the high cost of furnace oil in the international market. Chaudhry Parvez Elahi securing how many votes against the 179 of his opponent, Hamza Shehbaz? A. 182 votes B. 186 votes C. 191 votes D. 195 votes Mcqsplanet.com Who becomes First Pakistani Woman To Climb K2? A. Anita Karim B. Samina Baig C. Mahira khan D. None of These Mountaineer Samina Baig has become the first Pakistani woman to climb K2 – the second highest mountain in the world. Earlier, Samina had scaled Mount Everest – the highest mountain in the world – in 2013. The 31-year-old also holds the honor of scaling the seven highest peaks in the world, known as the Seven Summits. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current IG of Punjab Police? A. Rao Sardar Ali B. Kaleem Khan C. Faisal Shahkar D. Shoaib Dastagir The Punjab police Friday appointed Faisal Shahkar as the new Inspector-General (IG) of Punjab ahead of the election for the province’s chief minister, a notification issued by the cabinet secretariat confirmed. Shahkar — a BS-22 officer of the Police Service of Pakistan — has replaced former IG Rao Sardar with immediate effect. He has been appointed as a provincial police officer following the federal government’s approval. Mcqsplanet.com Which country remains the largest refugee hosting country in Asia and the Pacific? A. Bangladesh B. Iran C. Pakistan D. Myanmar Pakistan remains the largest refugee hosting country in Asia and the Pacific as 1.5 million Afghans still prefer to stay in this country, even though one year has elapsed since the US forces beat a hasty retreat from Kabul. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said in a report released on Monday that the number of refugees in the Asia Pacific region grew by 138,400 last year and now stood at 4.2m, or 19 percent, of the global refugee population. This represents a three percent increase over 2020. Mcqsplanet.com When Supreme Court declared Chaudhry Parvez Elahi as the duly elected Chief Minister of Punjab? A. July 20, 2022 B. July 22, 2022 C. july 24, 2022 D. July 26, 2022 In a decision that was awaited with bated breath by political observers, the media, and all the parties involved, the Supreme Court late on July 26, 2022, declared Chaudhry Parvez Elahi as the duly elected chief minister of Punjab for securing 186 votes against the 179 of his opponent, PML-N`s Hamza Shehbaz, in the July 22 runoff poll for the coveted office of the province. Mcqsplanet.com Who administered the oath to CM-designate Pervaiz Elahi at Aiwan-i-Sadr in Islamabad? A. Governor Punjab B. President of Pakistan C. Prime Minister D. Speaker NA Elahi reached Islamabad at 1am on Wednesday morning to take the oath of office via a special flight from Lahore. Elahi was declared the chief minister-elect by a Supreme Court ruling on Tuesday, which said that he should take oath of office by 11:30pm. The ruling said that if the Punjab governor did not administer the oath, Elahi would be sworn in by the president. Mcqsplanet.com Which country to donate 16 million more anti-Covid Pfizer doses to Pakistan? A. UK B. France C. USA D. Germany The United States, which has already provided 61.5 million Covid-19 vaccine doses, will further donate 16 million doses of pediatric Pfizer vaccine to Pakistan besides an additional $20 million to supplement Pakistan`s vaccination drive. According to a statement issued by the health ministry on 26 July 2022, this was revealed during a US-Pakistan Health Dialogue hosted by the US State Department, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington. Pakistan and the United States will hold first ever Health Dialogue on: A. 25 July 2022 B. 26 July 2022 C. 27 July 2022 D. 29 July 2022 Pakistan and the United States will hold the first-ever Health Dialogue in Washington on 25 July 2022, to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the health sector. A four-member delegation of Pakistan led by Minister for National Health Services Abdul Qadir Patel has arrived in Washington to participate in the first-ever US-Pakistan Health Dialogue. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current IG of New Railways Police? A. Faisal Shakar B. Rao Sardar Ali C. Shoaib Dastgir D. Mushtaq Mehar Rao Sardar Ali Khan is appointed as the new IG of the Railway Police. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif transferred and posted him as new IG Pakistan Railways Police vice Faisal Shahkar. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Chief Minister of Punjab? A. Syed Murad Ali Shah B. Sardar Usman Buzdar C. Hamza Shahbaz Sharif D. Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi is a Pakistani politician from a Punjabi Jatt family of Gujrat who is the 19th and current Chief Minister of Punjab, in office since July 27, 2022. He has been a member of the Provincial Assembly of Punjab since August 2018. The oath-taking ceremony of Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi for the office of Chief Minister of Punjab will be held at the Aiwan-eSadr in Islamabad. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current Director General (DG) of FIA? A. Mohsin Butt B. Wajid Zia C. muhammad Tahir Rai D. Sanaullah Abbasi The federal cabinet on 27 July 2022 approved the appointment of Mohsin Butt as the director-general of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), removing Rai Tahir Hussain from the post. Mohsin Butt is a Grade-22 officer of the police service, while Rai Tahir has been appointed as the national coordinator for terrorism. The federal cabinet had appointed Rai Tahir on the aforesaid post on April 20. Mohsin Butt is the current Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency (DG FIA). Mcqsplanet.com The current account deficit (CAD) swelled to $_____ billion in FY22. A. $13.4 billion B. $15.4 billion C. $17.4 billion D. $19.4 billion The current account deficit (CAD) swelled to $17.4 billion in FY22, which could be the most painful shock for an economy already in trouble with serious imbalances. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on 27 July 2022 reported that the country recorded a CAD of $17.406bn in FY22 compared to a gap of just $2.82bn in FY21. Mcqsplanet.com Who is the current deputy speaker of punjab? A. B. C. D. Muhammad Sibtain Khan Sardar Dost Mazari Pervez Elahi Wasiq Qayyum Abbasi Wasiq Qayyum Abbasi is a Pakistani politician and Deputy Speaker of the Provincial Assembly of Punjab, Pakistan. He is the youngest Deputy Speaker in the history of the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab, Pakistan. He is a member of the Assembly since 15 August 2018. He was elected unopposed on 30 July 2022. His election came after a successful vote of no confidence against his predecessor Dost Muhammad Mazari. Mcqsplanet.com PM Shahbaz Sharif reaches BalochistanP to review rescue, relief operations on: A. B. C. D. 31 July 2022 30 July 2022 28 July 2022 27 July 2022 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday reached Balochistan and will visit the flood-stricken Jhal Magsi district to review the ongoing rescue and relief operation after the province was battered by the heavy monsoon rainfall. Mcqsplanet.com Who administered the oath of Sibtain Khan as speaker Punjab Assembly? A. Dost Muhammad Mazari B. Chaudry Pervaiz Elahi C. Balighur Rehman D. Nawabzada Waseem Khan Sibtain Khan of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf on Saturday took oath as the new Punjab Assembly Speaker in place of Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi, who was elected the chief minister of the province, following a Supreme Court judgment earlier this week. Mcqsplanet.com W Punjab Provincial Assembly? Who is the current speaker of A. Dost Muhammad Mazari B. Chaudry Pervaiz Elahi C. Muhammad Iqbal Khan D. Muhammad Sibtain Khan Mcqsplanet.com _______ women added to electoral rolls since 2018. A. B. C. D. 8 million 12 million 14 million 10 million Chairman NADRA Tariq Malik on July 27, 2022, said as many as 10 million women had been added to the electoral rolls since the 2018 general election to take the total number of female registered voters to 56.95 million. He said more women as compared to men were consistently being registered as voters. Mcqsplanet.com When The 129th birth anniversary of Madr-e-Millat Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah is being observed on: A. 24 July 2022 B. 27 July 2022 C. 29 July 2022 D. 31 July 2022 The 129th birth anniversary of Madr-e-Millat Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah is being observed on 31 July 2022. She was born on this day in 1893 in Karachi. Fatima Jinnah played a crucial role alongside her brother Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the Pakistan Movement. Mcqsplanet.com A. 28 July 2022 B. 29 July 2022 C. 30 July 2022 D. 31 July 2022 The 19th death anniversary of the founding President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Sardar Muhammad Ibrahim Khan is being observed on 31 July 2022. Sardar Muhammad Ibrahim Khan died at his Islamabad, Pakistan home on 31 July 2003 after a long illness at age 88. 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