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Pakistan saw a solar power boom by early 2026. Approximately what fraction of the country’s electricity supply was from solar by that time?

  • A. 1/20 (5%)
  • B. 1/5 (20%)
  • C. 1/2 (50%)
  • D. 3/4 (75%)
Explanation:
Distributed solar reached about one-fifth of Pakistan’s grid electricity supply.

Which of the following fields would fall under the Allied Health Professionals Council’s oversight?

  • A. Civil engineering
  • B. Laboratory technicians and radiography
  • C. Software engineering
  • D. Law enforcement
Explanation:
Allied health includes medical technologists, radiology techs, etc., requiring registration.

The regulation requiring registration of allied health professionals aimed to improve:

  • A. Agricultural productivity
  • B. Consistency of practice and patient safety in healthcare
  • C. Military readiness
  • D. Vehicle emissions standards
Explanation:
It was meant to ensure qualified standards and accountability among healthcare staff.

By June 30, 2026, Pakistan mandated registration of all allied health professionals under which council?

  • A. Pakistan Medical and Dental Council
  • B. Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)
  • C. National Nursing Council
  • D. Clinical Pharmacists Board
Explanation:
All allied health workers were required to register with the Allied Health Professionals Council by mid-2026.

Which area does the Virtual Assets Act 2026 primarily regulate?

  • A. Currency trading
  • B. Digital assets and cryptocurrency exchanges
  • C. Oil and gas production
  • D. Agricultural exports
Explanation:
It regulates the virtual assets/cryptocurrency sector.

What must occur before Pakistan’s Virtual Assets Act 2026 becomes effective law?

  • A. A national referendum
  • B. Signature by the President
  • C. Approval by all four provincial assemblies
  • D. A ruling by the Supreme Court
Explanation:
After parliamentary approval, it still requires the President’s assent.

Under the Virtual Assets Act 2026, PVARA’s responsibilities include:

  • A. Running the national railway
  • B. Licensing cryptocurrency service providers and enforcing AML rules
  • C. Regulating traditional banking only
  • D. Issuing driving licenses
Explanation:
PVARA will license crypto firms and ensure compliance with anti-money laundering and sanctions laws.

Pakistan’s Virtual Assets Act 2026 formally established which regulatory body?

  • A. State Bank of Pakistan
  • B. Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA)
  • C. Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan
  • D. Federal Investigation Agency
Explanation:
The Act created the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority to oversee digital assets.

The Islamabad AI Declaration emphasizes “sovereign AI.” What does “sovereign AI” most likely mean in this context?

  • A. AI developed within and for Pakistan’s own needs
  • B. AI owned by a foreign company
  • C. AI technology only for military use
  • D. AI that controls government decisions unilaterally
Explanation:
Sovereign AI refers to AI systems developed under national control and context, tailored to Pakistan’s interests.

Which of the following was NOT an objective of Pakistan’s “Digital Nation Pakistan” initiative?

  • A. Expand cashless payments
  • B. Enhance online public services
  • C. Promote import tariffs on technology
  • D. Build e-governance platforms
Explanation:
The initiative focused on e-governance and digital economy, not imposing trade tariffs.