All Free Pakistan Current Affairs MCQs with Answers

1361. According to the report 'Macro Poverty Outlook for Pakistan', released by the World Bank on October 18, 2024, the poverty rate will remain near ________ through Fiscal Year 2026.

• A. 20%
• B. 25%
• C. 30%
• D. 40%

Explanation: The World Bank’s outlook placed Pakistan’s poverty rate near 40 percent through fiscal year 2026, reflecting the effects of inflation, weak growth and reduced household purchasing power. The other figures are well below the report’s projection.

1362. The IMF has asked Pakistan to swiftly end preferential treatment, tax exemptions and other protections for the ________ sector.

• A. Agriculture
• B. Textile
• C. Health
• D. Both (A) and (B)

Explanation: The IMF called for an end to preferential treatment, exemptions, and protective measures benefiting both agriculture and textiles. These sectors are major recipients of policy support, so both options A and B are included.

1363. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Pakistan to invest ____ percent of its GDP annually in climate resilience and adaptation reforms to prepare for recurring extreme weather events.

• A. One
• B. Two
• C. Three
• D. Four

Explanation: The IMF recommended annual climate-resilience and adaptation spending equal to 1 percent of Pakistan’s GDP. The recommendation reflects the country’s exposure to floods, heatwaves, and other recurring extreme-weather events.

1364. The first-ever 'Pakistan Oman Expo and Business Conference' held on ________, 2024, in Muscat.

• A. September 13-14
• B. October 13-14
• C. September 29-30
• D. October 15-16

Explanation: The first Pakistan Oman Expo and Business Conference was held in Muscat on October 13 and 14, 2024. The September dates are therefore incorrect, while October 15–16 refers to a later period.

1365. According to a report of the FAO released on October 11, 2024, Pakistan has been listed among the 20 countries at risk of dry conditions due to which weather phenomenon expected to emerge in late 2024 and persist into early 2025?

• A. El Nino
• B. La Nina
• C. Southern Oscillation (ENSO)
• D. None of the Above

Explanation: La Niña was expected to emerge in late 2024 and continue into early 2025, bringing weather patterns that could increase dry-condition risks in Pakistan. El Niño is the opposite phase of the Pacific climate cycle.

1366. World's 4th largest oil & gas reserves found in ___________?

• A. Africa
• B. Russia
• C. Pakistan
• D. Afghanistan

Explanation: Pakistan is often described as possessing the world's fourth-largest shale oil and gas reserves, not necessarily the fourth-largest total conventional reserves. The option refers to Pakistan's shale-resource estimate.

1367. Which company has launched UgAi, the first integrated agricultural e-commerce platform of Pakistan?

• A. Fauji Fertilizers
• B. Engro Fertilizers
• C. Fatima Fertilizers
• D. Agritech Fertilizers

Explanation: Engro Fertilizers launched UgAi as Pakistan's first integrated agricultural e-commerce platform. It connects farmers with agricultural inputs and related services through a digital marketplace.

1368. What is the Current Rank of Pakistan in Global Hunger Index 2024 ?

• A. 64th
• B. 33rd
• C. 82nd
• D. 109th

Explanation: Pakistan stood at 109th in the 2024 Global Hunger Index and remained in the serious hunger category. A lower numerical position here reflects a more severe hunger situation relative to better-ranked countries.

1369. What is the Rank of Pakistan in Global innovation Index ( GII) 2024 ?

• A. 67th
• B. 79th
• C. 91st
• D. 100th

Explanation: Pakistan was placed 91st in the Global Innovation Index 2024. The index compares economies through indicators such as research, technology, human capital and knowledge output.

1370. Which company has been granted a license by the Engineering Development Board (EDB) to assemble Pakistan's first electric SUV?

• A. Pak Suzuki Motors
• B. Regal Automobiles
• C. Honda Atlas Cars
• D. Toyota Indus Motors

Explanation: Regal Automobiles received the Engineering Development Board licence to assemble Pakistan's first electric SUV. The other listed companies are established conventional vehicle manufacturers, but were not the company named in this announcement.