National Affairs MCQs

Correct Answer: Ashfaq Ahmad Khalil

Ashfaq Ahmad Khalil was appointed as the current chairman of Pakistan Television (PTV).

Correct Answer: Dr akbar nasir khan

Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan serves as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) for the Gilgit Baltistan region.

Correct Answer: Syed Asad Ali Gilani

Syed Asad Ali Gilani was appointed as the new Ambassador of Pakistan to Afghanistan in early 2026.

Correct Answer: Major general shoaib bin akram

Major General Shoaib Bin Akram currently commands the Airport Security Force (ASF) as its Director General.

Correct Answer: Ubaid ul rehman Nizam

Ubaid ul Rehman Nizam serves as Pakistan's diplomatic representative and ambassador to Sweden.

Correct Answer: Free state land for peasants

The Chief Minister of Punjab announced a major initiative to distribute free state land to local peasants for farming.

Correct Answer: Sikandar sultan raja

Sikandar Sultan Raja's tenure as the Chief Election Commissioner officially concluded in February 2026.

Correct Answer: Kohat

A tragic incident occurred in the Kohat district where six police personnel, including a DSP, were martyred.

Correct Answer: 169

Pakistan ranked 169th in the Women Peace and Security Index for the year 2026, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Correct Answer: Operation gazubulhaq

Pakistan launched 'Operation Gazubulhaq' in response to cross-border security threats emanating from Afghanistan.

Correct Answer: Ghulam Mustafa

Justice (Retd) Ghulam Mustafa took the oath as the new Chief Election Commissioner for the AJK region.

Correct Answer: CNICS

The Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled it unconstitutional to block a citizen's CNIC over civil debt disputes.

Correct Answer: Marco rubio

Field Marshal Asim Munir held security talks with US official Marco Rubio during a summit in Germany.

Correct Answer: Mrs.ambreen

Mrs. Ambreen assumed the role of Chairperson for NEPRA, the regulatory authority for Pakistan's power sector.

Correct Answer: 2 Feb 2026

Mir Ali Madad Jattak officially took the administrative reins as Balochistan's Home Minister on February 2.

Correct Answer: 29

Pakistan's ranking in the widely observed global corruption perceptions index for 2026 was placed at 29.

Correct Answer: Syedal khan

Syedal Khan inaugurated the 'Safe Secure Pakistan' exhibition, focusing on national security equipment.

Correct Answer: *Tahir Hussain Andrabi

Pakistan appointed Tahir Hussain Andrabi to serve as its new permanent representative at the United Nations.

Correct Answer: Tarlai

A tragic blast incident was reported in the Tarlai area of the capital city, Islamabad.

Correct Answer: Daish

The militant organization Daish (ISIS) claimed responsibility for the devastating suicide bombing at the Islamabad Imambargah.

Correct Answer: Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1

Security forces successfully wrapped up 'Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1' targeting militant strongholds in Balochistan.

Correct Answer: Rao Abdul kareem

Rao Abdul Kareem was designated as the Inspector General overseeing the operations of the Punjab Police force.

Correct Answer: Tiffat mukhtar raja

Tiffat Mukhtar Raja assumed the critical role of Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency in Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Dr Niaz ahmad akhtar

Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar presides as the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: 8 PM

To combat a severe energy crisis and reduce nationwide electricity consumption, the federal government mandated that all commercial markets close by 8 PM.

Correct Answer: Balochistan and KPK

Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) took the lead in announcing strict energy conservation measures to mitigate the severe electricity shortfall.

Correct Answer: 3 April

On April 3, 2026, Pakistan inaugurated its state-of-the-art National Forensic Agency to vastly improve domestic criminal investigations and intelligence gathering.

Correct Answer: 9 April

To digitize public safety, the Chief Minister of Punjab officially launched the comprehensive Punjab Police application on April 9, 2026.

Correct Answer: Malik Riaz

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) escalated legal proceedings by requesting an international red notice against real estate tycoon Malik Riaz.

Correct Answer: Islamabad Capital Territory

The Federal Cabinet officially suspended the scheduled local government elections within the Islamabad Capital Territory.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

The Chief Marshal of Bangladesh conducted an official diplomatic and military visit to Pakistan early in January.

Correct Answer: 94th

In the 2026 Global Passport Power Index, Pakistan was officially ranked at the 94th position.

Correct Answer: Balochistan

The Foreign Office addressed escalating security concerns regarding organized asymmetric warfare tactics in Balochistan.

Correct Answer: The National Tariff Commission

The National Tariff Commission bill was one of the seven legislative acts formally signed into law by President Zardari.

Correct Answer: Tirah Valley

Intense security operations and militant threats forced an estimated 70,000 civilians to evacuate the Tirah Valley.

Correct Answer: 87

Security reports tabulated a total of 87 separate militant attacks across Pakistan during the month of January.

Correct Answer: Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore

Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore currently holds the office of Prime Minister for Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

Correct Answer: Balochistan

The Balochistan government undertook a major security reform by merging the Levies into the police and ending 'B' areas.

Correct Answer: Nadia Jahangir Seth

Nadia Jahangir Seth took charge as the Chief Executive Officer for SMEDA under federal appointment.

Correct Answer: Ambreen Jaan

Ambreen Jaan was officially named and assigned the role of Chairperson for PEMRA.

Correct Answer: Muslim

Maulana Tahir Ashrafi was appointed to coordinate religious harmony efforts specifically within the Middle East and Muslim nations.

Correct Answer: Rajeh Albughami

Rajeh Albughami was appointed as the new Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, strengthening bilateral relations.

Correct Answer: UN, China

Both the United Nations and China issued warnings regarding the potential spillover of regional terrorism into Pakistani territory.

Correct Answer: Operation Hereof2.0

The militant group BLA designated their unprecedented series of violent attacks under the code name 'Operation Hereof2.0'.

Correct Answer: 31 January 2026

AJK President Sultan Mahmood Chaudhry sadly passed away in Islamabad on January 31, 2026.

Correct Answer: 31 January 2026

The BLA launched a coordinated series of violent attacks across various locations in Balochistan on January 31.

Correct Answer: BLA

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the widespread violent attacks across the province.

Correct Answer: 19th

Maryam Nawaz Sharif made history by being sworn in as the 19th Chief Minister of Punjab.

Correct Answer: 17

A massive and destructive fire erupted at the prominent Gul Plaza shopping centre in Karachi on January 17, 2026.

Correct Answer: Hammad

King Hamad of Bahrain awarded President Asif Ali Zardari the Kingdom's highest civilian honor for strengthening bilateral ties.

Correct Answer: Both A and B

Both Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatta faced legal sentencing including imprisonment and severe fines following recent judicial rulings.

Correct Answer: 16th

The currently sitting legislative body in Islamabad is officially designated as the 16th National Assembly of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Kips ceo,

The CEO of the KIPS educational network was shockingly abducted, raising major security concerns among national stakeholders.

Correct Answer: Gull plaza

Emergency services struggled to contain a massive, destructive fire that broke out in Karachi's well-known Gul Plaza.

Correct Answer: H.E. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo,

H.E. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo serves as the acting diplomatic Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan.

Correct Answer: President Asif Ali Zardari

President Asif Ali Zardari was bestowed with Bahrain's highest civil honor during state diplomacy visits.

Correct Answer: Mahnaz faheem

Mahnaz Faheem broke the glass ceiling in AJK by becoming the first female civil servant elevated to the Chief Economist post.

Correct Answer: Mehmood khan achakzai

Veteran politician Mehmood Khan Achakzai serves as the chief leading the TTAP movement.

Correct Answer: Mehmood khan achakzai

Mehmood Khan Achakzai was formally elected and instated as the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly.

Correct Answer: Awaami raaj party

Journalist Iqrar-ul-Hassan publicly revealed the name of his newly founded political faction as the 'Awaami Raaj Party'.

Correct Answer: Morocco

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif made a strategic diplomatic and military visit to Morocco in mid-January.

Correct Answer: 92

In the preceding year of 2025, Pakistan held the 92nd rank in the Global Passport Power Index.

Correct Answer: Pakistan Rights Movement ( PRM)*

Senator Mushtaq Ahmad officially inaugurated his new political entity, the Pakistan Rights Movement (PRM), in Islamabad.

Correct Answer: Major Gen Julian muazzam

Major General Julian Muazzam made Pakistan military history by becoming the first Christian SSG officer to attain a two-star rank.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

The Chief Marshal representing the armed forces of Bangladesh arrived in Pakistan for bilateral military engagements.

Correct Answer: Captain samad

Captain Samad of the Pakistan military was tragically martyred while leading a civilian rescue and snow clearance operation.

Correct Answer: Public safety center

As part of community policing reforms, the Punjab government announced plans to rename traditional police stations to 'Public Safety Centers'.

Correct Answer: Farooq sattar

Political leader Farooq Sattar spearheaded the grassroots 'Karachi Bachao' (Save Karachi) movement regarding urban issues.

Correct Answer: Wagha Arena

CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif officially inaugurated the massive new public stadium and event space named 'Wagha Arena'.

Correct Answer: Javed akhtar odho

Javed Akhtar Odho currently serves in the highly important role of Inspector General (IG) of the Sindh Police force.

Correct Answer: Allama tahir ashrafi

Allama Tahir Ashrafi was designated by the Prime Minister to act as the chief diplomatic coordinator for Islamic and Gulf nations.

Correct Answer: Mosque reconstruction agreement

Public outcry following the demolition resulted in an official agreement to reconstruct the Madni Masjid.

Correct Answer: National Digital Authority

To govern the growing IT sector and data compliance, the cabinet formally approved the National Digital Authority.

Correct Answer: Mumtaz Zahra Baloch

Mumtaz Zahra Baloch serves as the official spokesperson representing Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Correct Answer: 109

In the 2025 World Happiness Report, Pakistan was officially placed at the 109th position globally.

Correct Answer: Salman Chaudhry

Salman Chaudhry currently serves as the Inspector General of Pakistan's National Highway and Motorway Police.

Correct Answer: Mr. Muhammad Mueen Wattoo

Mr. Muhammad Mueen Wattoo currently holds the portfolio as the Federal Minister for Water Resources in the Government of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Furqan Ahmad

The mysterious and sudden death of Pattoki's Assistant Commissioner, Furqan Ahmad, prompted a high-level investigation.

Correct Answer: 30 August 2025

The KP cabinet officially approved the draft for the Kalash Marriage Bill on August 30, 2025, to protect indigenous minority rights.

Correct Answer: 30 August 2025

The controversial Anti-Terrorism Amendment Bill was officially signed into law on August 30, 2025, granting extended detention powers.

Correct Answer: Federal Constabulary

To curb vandalism and secure extensive rail networks, the Federal Constabulary was tasked with protecting Pakistan Railways' assets.

Correct Answer: 11th

President Zardari officially constituted the 11th National Finance Commission to negotiate the crucial distribution of state resources.

Correct Answer: 20 August 2025

In a major push for technological governance, the federal government officially established the Pakistan Digital Authority on August 20, 2025.

Correct Answer: The Petroleum (Amendment) Act, 2025

To ensure transparency and combat smuggling, the Senate committee approved the Petroleum Amendment Act to digitally track oil supply chains.

Correct Answer: Sports

The Indian government passed the National Sports Governance Act to reform transparency and operational frameworks within athletic federations.

Correct Answer: Nishan-e-Imtiaz

In recognition of his exemplary leadership, COAS General Asim Munir was awarded the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) by the President.

Correct Answer: Hilal-e-Jurat

The President formally conferred the highly esteemed Hilal-e-Jurat award upon the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee.

Correct Answer: Nishan-e-Imtiaz

During the August 14 investiture ceremony, the Chief of Naval Staff was bestowed with the prestigious Nishan-e-Imtiaz.

Correct Answer: 3 months

Under newly passed anti-terrorism amendments, security forces gained the legal authority to detain high-risk suspects for up to 3 months.

Correct Answer: Islamabad

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) carried out a controversial anti-encroachment drive, demolishing a mosque located in Islamabad.

Correct Answer: Pakistan Port Authority

To modernize maritime trade and logistics, the National Assembly successfully passed legislation creating the centralized Pakistan Port Authority.

Correct Answer: Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari

Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari currently oversees the critical energy sector as Pakistan's Federal Minister for Power.

Correct Answer: Khalid Hussain Magsi

Khalid Hussain Magsi assumed office as the Federal Minister responsible for the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Correct Answer: Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada

Veteran politician Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada is the incumbent Federal Minister for Housing and Works in Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Lt Gen (Retd) Saeed Ahmad

Lieutenant General (Retired) Saeed Ahmad was appointed to lead the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) as its Chairman.

Correct Answer: Sultan Ahmad Chaudhary

Sultan Ahmad Chaudhary assumed the role of IG of the National Highways and Motorway Police. His appointment aimed to introduce strict traffic management and safety reforms.

Correct Answer: Aftab Ahmad Khan

Aftab Ahmad Khan serves as the Director General of the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, overseeing child rights and rescue operations across Punjab.

Correct Answer: Indian

A devastating bus accident near Saudi Arabia's holy sites resulted in the tragic deaths of dozens of Indian pilgrims who were traveling for Umrah.

Correct Answer: Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza

Justice Shams Mehmood Mirza of the Lahore High Court (LHC) tendered his resignation in protest over the 27th Constitutional Amendment, which fundamentally altered judicial powers.

Correct Answer: Ishaq Dar

In 2020, the Punjab government briefly converted former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar's residence in Lahore into a shelter home (Panahgah).