Pakistan Current Affairs MCQs – Set 31
Test your knowledge of the latest major developments in Pakistan, with emphasis on September 8, 2026, covering ports, power, governance, security, trade, justice and environmental affairs.
1. Which two ports are Pakistan and Oman planning to establish as sister ports?
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Correct Answer: B. Gwadar and Sohar
Pakistan and Oman discussed plans to establish Gwadar Port and Oman's Sohar Port as sister ports to strengthen maritime, trade and logistics cooperation.
Pakistan and Oman discussed plans to establish Gwadar Port and Oman's Sohar Port as sister ports to strengthen maritime, trade and logistics cooperation.
2. Which Pakistani port is expected to gain a direct maritime link with Gulf and Central Asian markets through the proposed sister-port arrangement with Oman?
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Correct Answer: C. Gwadar Port
The proposed Gwadar-Sohar cooperation is intended to strengthen connectivity between CPEC, Gulf markets and Central Asian trade routes.
The proposed Gwadar-Sohar cooperation is intended to strengthen connectivity between CPEC, Gulf markets and Central Asian trade routes.
3. How much grant assistance has Japan agreed to provide to Pakistan for flood protection in Sindh?
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Correct Answer: C. $16.4 million
Japan has agreed to provide approximately $16.4 million to strengthen flood-protection infrastructure in Sindh.
Japan has agreed to provide approximately $16.4 million to strengthen flood-protection infrastructure in Sindh.
4. Which flood-protection structure in Larkana will be improved under Japan's latest assistance to Sindh?
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Correct Answer: B. Old Abad Bund
The project focuses on improving and strengthening the Old Abad Bund in Larkana along the right bank of the Indus River.
The project focuses on improving and strengthening the Old Abad Bund in Larkana along the right bank of the Indus River.
5. What range of use-of-system charges did NEPRA approve for bulk power consumers participating in the competitive electricity market?
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Correct Answer: C. Rs6.23 to Rs19.62 per unit
NEPRA approved uniform use-of-system charges ranging from Rs6.23 to Rs19.62 per unit for eligible bulk power consumers.
NEPRA approved uniform use-of-system charges ranging from Rs6.23 to Rs19.62 per unit for eligible bulk power consumers.
6. How much electricity is planned for the initial open-access competitive auction under the new power market mechanism?
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Correct Answer: C. 400MW
The approval clears the way for the first 400MW open-access electricity auction for participating bulk power consumers.
The approval clears the way for the first 400MW open-access electricity auction for participating bulk power consumers.
7. What was the new price of petrol in Pakistan announced for September 8, 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Rs358.77 per litre
The government increased the petrol price by Rs12.90 per litre, taking it to Rs358.77 per litre from September 8.
The government increased the petrol price by Rs12.90 per litre, taking it to Rs358.77 per litre from September 8.
8. What was the new price of high-speed diesel (HSD) announced for September 8, 2026?
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Correct Answer: C. Rs381.77 per litre
The price of high-speed diesel was increased by Rs3.72 per litre to Rs381.77 per litre.
The price of high-speed diesel was increased by Rs3.72 per litre to Rs381.77 per litre.
9. By when does the Election Commission of Pakistan plan to transition to a fully digital office system?
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Correct Answer: D. End of December 2026
The Election Commission plans to transition to a fully digital office system by the end of December 2026.
The Election Commission plans to transition to a fully digital office system by the end of December 2026.
10. What new specialised unit will the Election Commission of Pakistan establish as part of its digital transformation?
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Correct Answer: B. Artificial Intelligence Wing
Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja directed the formation of an Artificial Intelligence wing to provide technical support to ECP departments.
Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja directed the formation of an Artificial Intelligence wing to provide technical support to ECP departments.
11. How many Red Notices did NCB-Interpol Pakistan issue during the first seven months of 2026?
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Correct Answer: C. 286
NCB-Interpol Pakistan issued 286 Red Notices during the first seven months of 2026 to help track fugitives involved in serious crimes.
NCB-Interpol Pakistan issued 286 Red Notices during the first seven months of 2026 to help track fugitives involved in serious crimes.
12. How many fugitives wanted in Pakistan for serious crimes were repatriated during the same seven-month period?
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Correct Answer: B. 53
Fifty-three fugitives wanted in Pakistan for serious crimes were arrested in different countries and repatriated during the period.
Fifty-three fugitives wanted in Pakistan for serious crimes were arrested in different countries and repatriated during the period.
13. Which body passed a bill proposing the death penalty for perpetrators of acid attacks?
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Correct Answer: B. Senate Standing Committee on Interior
The Senate Standing Committee on Interior passed a criminal law amendment bill proposing the death penalty for acid attacks.
The Senate Standing Committee on Interior passed a criminal law amendment bill proposing the death penalty for acid attacks.
14. What monthly amount did the Supreme Court uphold as Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal assistance for each of the two Hindu girls in the recent case?
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Correct Answer: C. Rs10,000
The Supreme Court upheld the order requiring Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal to provide Rs10,000 per month to each girl, with a 10% annual increase until marriage.
The Supreme Court upheld the order requiring Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal to provide Rs10,000 per month to each girl, with a 10% annual increase until marriage.
15. Which political party's Islamabad chapter endorsed the proposal to give Islamabad provincial status?
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Correct Answer: C. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz
The Islamabad chapter of the PML-N endorsed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi's proposal for provincial status for the federal capital.
The Islamabad chapter of the PML-N endorsed Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi's proposal for provincial status for the federal capital.
16. How many air-quality monitoring stations currently feed data into Punjab's real-time AQI dashboard?
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Correct Answer: C. 59
Punjab's AQI Dashboard receives real-time data from 59 state-of-the-art air-quality monitoring stations across the province.
Punjab's AQI Dashboard receives real-time data from 59 state-of-the-art air-quality monitoring stations across the province.
17. To how many stations does Punjab plan to expand its air-quality monitoring network?
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Correct Answer: C. 100
Punjab plans to expand its air-quality monitoring network from 59 stations to 100 stations across the province.
Punjab plans to expand its air-quality monitoring network from 59 stations to 100 stations across the province.
18. What percentage of the post-IPO paid-up capital will SE Fruits and Vegetables Ltd offer through its planned IPO?
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Correct Answer: C. 32.01%
SE Fruits and Vegetables Ltd plans to offer 30 million ordinary shares, representing 32.01% of its post-IPO paid-up capital.
SE Fruits and Vegetables Ltd plans to offer 30 million ordinary shares, representing 32.01% of its post-IPO paid-up capital.
19. How many security guards are currently available at Pakistan Steel Mills, according to officials?
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Correct Answer: C. Around 190
Pakistan Steel Mills officials told a Senate subcommittee that only around 190 security guards were currently available, with many requiring professional training.
Pakistan Steel Mills officials told a Senate subcommittee that only around 190 security guards were currently available, with many requiring professional training.
20. Which lead-zinc mining project in Balochistan was opened for public environmental review?
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Correct Answer: C. Duddar Lead-Zinc Project
The Environmental Protection Agency opened the Duddar Lead-Zinc Project in Balochistan for public review. The project involves underground extraction of lead and zinc in the Duddar area.
The Environmental Protection Agency opened the Duddar Lead-Zinc Project in Balochistan for public review. The project involves underground extraction of lead and zinc in the Duddar area.
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