Pakistan Current Affairs 5668 MCQs [Current Affairs]

• As of late April 2026, the Pakistani co-founded AI startup reportedly nearing a $60 billion deal with SpaceX is Cursor (parent company Anysphere).
• The company is co-founded by Sualeh Asif, a Karachi-born software engineer and MIT graduate.

• On April 28–29, 2026, Pakistan hosted the first-ever high-level European Union (EU)–Pakistan Business Forum in Islamabad.
• The two-day event, held at the Serena Hotel, aimed to strengthen economic ties, focusing on investment and trade in sectors like green energy, digital innovation, and textiles, while launching the EU–Pakistan Business Network.

TWO Pakistani astronauts, Muhammad Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud, were selected as candidates for China's manned space program in April 2026. They are currently undergoing training in Beijing for a future mission to the Tiangong space station, marking a significant milestone in bilateral space cooperation. 

The MCQS DRIVE hosted a roundtable discussion on the "Middle East Crisis and Pakistan" (specifically titled "The Middle East Crisis: Economic Implications and Emerging Opportunities for Pakistan") in Islamabad. 

On April 7, 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) successfully executed the repayment of an international bond totaling $1.43 billion. This payment included a principal amount of $1.3 billion

Recent data highlighted that Pakistan had 20 internet shutdowns, placing it third globally behind India.

• The current Inspector General (IG) of the Pakistan Railways Police is Mr. Muhammad Wisal Fakhar Sultan
• Appointment Date: March 25, 2026.
• Predecessor: He succeeded Rai Tahir (Muhammad Tahir Rai), who retired in February 2026 after completing his tenure.
• Pakistan Railways was founded in 1861.

• Personal Profile & Early Career
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    • Personal Profile & Early Career
    • • • • Birth Date & Place: January 5, 1928, in Larkana, Sindh.
        • • Father’s Name: Sir Shah Nawaz Bhutto (Prime Minister of Junagarh State).
        • • Education: Studied at UC Berkeley (USA) and Oxford University (UK); he was a barrister by profession.
        • • Entry into Politics: Joined the cabinet of President Iskander Mirza in 1958 as the youngest cabinet minister (Commerce).
        • • Foreign Minister: Served as Foreign Minister from 1963 to 1966 under Ayub Khan.
        • • Resignation from Ayub's Cabinet: Resigned in 1966 due to differences over the Tashkent Declaration (after the 1965 war).
        • Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)
        • • Foundation Date: November 30, 1967, in Lahore.
        • • First Convention Location: At the residence of Dr. Mubashir Hassan.
        • • Famous Slogan: "Roti, Kapra aur Makan" (Food, Clothing, and Shelter).
        • • Political Ideology: "Islam is our Faith, Democracy is our Politics, Socialism is our Economy, and All Power to the People."
        • Leadership & Governance (1971–1977)
        • • Assumption of Power: Became the first civilian Chief Martial Law Administrator (CMLA) and President on December 20, 1971.
        • • First Prime Minister under 1973 Constitution: Sworn in on August 14, 1973.
        • • Simla Agreement: Signed with Indira Gandhi on July 2, 1972, to settle the consequences of the 1971 war.
        • • 1973 Constitution: He is credited with providing Pakistan its first unanimous permanent constitution passed on April 10, 1973.
        • • Islamic Summit (OIC): Hosted the 2nd Islamic Summit Conference in Lahore in February 1974.
        • • Nuclear Program: Known as the "Father of Pakistan’s Nuclear Program"; famously said, "We will eat grass, but we will make the atom bomb."
        • Major Reforms & Institutions
        • • Nationalization: Nationalized major industries, banks, and educational institutions in 1972.
        • • Land Reforms: Introduced land ownership ceilings in March 1972.
        • • Port Qasim: Established Pakistan's second deep-sea port.
        • • Pakistan Steel Mills: Laid the foundation stone with Soviet assistance in 1973.
        • • Ahmadiyya Issue: Under his tenure, the National Assembly passed a resolution declaring Ahmadis as non-Muslims in September 1974.
        • Downfall & Death
        • • 1977 Elections: Allegations of rigging led to the PNA (Pakistan National Alliance) movement.
        • • Martial Law: General Zia-ul-Haq overthrew Bhutto on July 5, 1977 (Operation Fair Play).
        • • The Murder Trial: Charged with the murder of Nawab Mohammad Ahmed Khan Kasuri.
        • • Execution Date: Hanged in Rawalpindi Central Jail on April 4, 1979.
        • • Burial Place: Garhi Khuda Baksh, Larkana.
        • • Famous Book: He wrote The Myth of Independence and The Great Tragedy; his last book (written in jail) is If I am Assassinated.

• On March 30, 2026, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) imposed a record-breaking Rs20 million fine (approximately $72,000) on fast bowler Naseem Shah for violating his central contract and social media guidelines.
• Date of Fine: March 30, 2026.
• Imposed By: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
• Reason: Violation of central contract clauses and social media policy.
• The Incident: Naseem posted a sarcastic tweet regarding the high-profile security and "VIP protocol" given to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during the PSL 2026 opening ceremony.

• • On March 30, 2026, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) imposed a record-breaking Rs20 million fine (approximately $72,000) on fast bowler Naseem Shah for violating his central contract and social media guidelines.
  • Date of Fine: March 30, 2026.
• • Imposed By: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
• • Reason: Violation of central contract clauses and social media policy.
• • The Incident: Naseem posted a sarcastic tweet regarding the high-profile security and "VIP protocol" given to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during the PSL 2026 opening ceremony.