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A survey in early 2026 found that approximately what fraction of Pakistani households had internet access?

  • A. 1/4
  • B. 1/2
  • C. 3/4
  • D. All households
Explanation:
Around half of households had internet as smartphone/mobile broadband use expanded.

Pakistan’s “Naya Pakistan Certificates” announced in 2026 were:

  • A. Long-term bonds for citizens to finance government programs
  • B. Awards for best public schools
  • C. Safety instructions for pilgrims
  • D. Licenses to sell detergent
Explanation:
They were savings instruments aimed at encouraging citizen investment in government finances.

The new Hydrocarbon Code passed in 2026 was intended to:

  • A. Stimulate investment in oil & gas through fiscal incentives
  • B. Ban all petroleum exploration
  • C. Privatize Sui gas
  • D. Set uniform gas prices across provinces
Explanation:
It offered incentives to attract E&P investment in energy resources.

Pakistan’s primary arms deal in 2026 was for:

  • A. Fighter jets from China (JF-17 block upgrade)
  • B. Submarines from Germany
  • C. Tanks from India
  • D. Artillery from France
Explanation:
Pakistan signed for advanced variants of JF-17 jets with Chinese support.

Which Pakistani city trialed a drone service in 2026?

  • A. Islamabad (for delivering medical supplies to remote areas)
  • B. Karachi (for pizza delivery)
  • C. Lahore (for traffic enforcement cameras)
  • D. Peshawar (for construction)
Explanation:
Islamabad authorities tested drones to transport vaccines to isolated communities.

In 2026, what was a top goal of Pakistan’s climate change policy regarding green energy?

  • A. Phasing out coal and reaching 60% renewable power
  • B. Doubling coal usage
  • C. No new hydropower
  • D. Importing all oil from Iran
Explanation:
The government committed to reduce coal use and expand solar, wind, hydro to major share.

The Pakistan Citizen’s Portal in 2026 was upgraded to include:

  • A. Real-time tracking of grievance resolutions and mobile app integration
  • B. Cryptocurrency payments for complaints
  • C. Watching live cricket matches
  • D. Signing political petitions only
Explanation:
Enhanced features allowed feedback on cases and smartphones use.

Pakistan’s e-Office system, introduced in 2026, aimed to:

  • A. Digitize internal government workflows and files
  • B. Eliminate all computers from offices
  • C. Only allow paper notes for official memos
  • D. Record office gossip via camera
Explanation:
It enables paperless interdepartmental processing of government files.

Which ministry launched a program in 2026 to increase female participation in STEM?

  • A. Ministry of Law
  • B. Ministry of Science & Technology
  • C. Ministry of Finance
  • D. Ministry of Interior
Explanation:
The Science Ministry started initiatives for girls and women in science and tech.

Pakistan’s electronic vehicle charging stations in 2026 primarily used:

  • A. USB ports
  • B. High-speed DC fast charging
  • C. Wind-up generators
  • D. Gasoline backup
Explanation:
New EV stations offered DC fast chargers for public use.