(APR 2023 Pak Aff) Mcqs Planet Flashcards
In April 2023, US congressman expressing concern over the ‘terrible disappearances, human rights abuses and substantial evidence of torture in Pakistan, Named?
A. Brad Sherman
B. Gregory Meeks
C. Mark Reed
D. Alex Padilla
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Correct Answer: A. Brad Sherman
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US congressman Brad Sherman expressing concern over the ‘terrible disappearances, human rights abuses and substantial evidence of torture in Pakistan said the United States stands with democracy, the rule of law, human rights, and the right of free speech in Pakistan. On April 29, 2023, Congressman Brad Sherman, a record 13th-time member of the House from California and an influential member of the ruling Democratic Party, also put his speech on his official Twitter site.
Pakistan Television (PTV) has officially launched its first OTT platform service, Named?
A. PAKFLLIX
B. PTVFLLIX
C. WATCHFLLIX
D. PAKPTV
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Correct Answer: B. PTVFLLIX
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For millennials, watching PTV shows in the evening is part of their childhood memories a nostalgia that still hits strong at the slightest mention of any of those iconic serials. The viewers can now relive those glorious memories as the state-run Pakistan Television (PTV) has officially launched its first OTT platform service PTVFLLIX. A subscription-based platform, PTVFLIX will allow users to watch old dramas, sitcoms, and numerous other programmes that helped build the foundations of PTV in the entertainment industry not just in Pakistan, but also for viewers across the world.
When Google has opened the first-ever App Growth Lab in Pakistan?
A. April 23, 2023
B. April 24, 2023
C. April 25, 2023
D. April 26, 2023
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Correct Answer: D. April 26, 2023
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Following the launch of the Gaming Growth Lab in Pakistan last year, Google on April 26, 2023 announced that it had opened the first ever App Growth Lab in Pakistan. The latter is a four-month programme to identify high-potential app developers, studios, and companies looking to accelerate and grow their businesses. The launch represents Googles commitment to helping grow Pakistans app industry locally and globally. With intensive education and support phases, the programme will allow app developers to learn from Google experts in areas such as Ads, AdMob, Firebase, gTech, Play, and Industry leaders.
Who becomes first Pakistani boxer to win Golden Gloves championship in US?
A. Muhammad Musa
B. Jahanzeb Rizwan
C. Shahzaib Danish
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: B. Jahanzeb Rizwan
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Pakistani-origin boxer Jahanzeb Rizwan has won the National Golden Gloves tournament in the United States. The amateur boxer knocked out his opponent in the third round; the young blood also raked accolades for displaying impressive skills as he won all 12 contests in the championship.
According to Annual Report of Asian Development Bank Floods in Pakistan caused loss of ___ to Pakistan’s economy?
A. $20 Million
B. $20 Billion
C. $30 Billion
D. $30 Million
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Correct Answer: C. $30 Billion
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According to Annual Report of Asian Development Bank Floods in Pakistan caused loss of $30 Billion to Pakistan’s economy. According to the ADB report, 1,730 people were killed, 33.3 million people were affected by the floods in Pakistan
According to Asian Development Bank(ADB) which Asian country received highest funding in 2022?
A. India
B. Pakistan
C. China
D. Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: B. Pakistan
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According to Asian Development Bank (ADB) Asian country ‘Pakistan‘ received highest funding in 2022. The bank said that floods damaged the economy, especially the crops which created an imbalance of supply and demand and increased inflation. The ADB financed projects worth $31.8 billion in Asia. The ADB and partners have given projects worth $5.5 billion to Pakistan while in 2022, concessional loans of $2 billion and $60 million have been provided to Pakistan.
When did the blast in the Swat CTD police station occur?
A. April 22, 2023
B. April 24, 2023
C. April 26, 2023
D. April 28, 2023
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Correct Answer: B. April 24, 2023
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At least a dozen people, including police officials, lost their lives in a powerful explosion inside the Kabal police station late on April 24, 2023 evening. According to hospital sources, at least 57 people including three civilians sustained injuries in the blast.
Former speaker of Balochistan Assembly Mir Zahoor Hussain Khosa died on:
A. 23 April 2023
B. 25 April 2023
C. 26 April 2023
D. 28 April 2023
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Correct Answer: A. 23 April 2023
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Mir Zahoor Hussain Khan Khoso (Urdu: ظہور حسین کھوسو; died 23 April 2023) was a Pakistani politician who was the speaker of the Balochistan Assembly from 31 May 1990 to 17 November 1990, as well as being the leader of the Rind tribe. He also served as an MPA in Balochistan for PP26.
According to a report by Action on Armed Violence (AOAV), how many civilians killed due to use of explosive weapons in 2022?
A. 500
B. 550
C. 700
D. 800
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Correct Answer: C. 700
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Pakistan experienced the highest number of civilian casualties due to use of explosive weapons in 2022, says a report by Action on Armed Violence (AOAV), a London-based charity, recording 721 civilian casualties due to use of explosive weapons in 126 incidents in the country. This marked a 62 per cent increase from 445 civilian casualties recorded across 100 incidents in 2021, says the Explosive Violence Monitor 2022.
Who is the current Prime Minister of AJ&K?
A. Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq
B. Sardar Tanveer Ilyas
C. Abdul Qayyum Khan Niazi
D. Sultan Mehmood Chaudhry
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Correct Answer: A. Chaudhry Anwar-ul-Haq
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Chaudhry Anwarul Haq is a Kashmiri politician from Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). He is the current and 15th Prime Minister of Azad Kashmir since April 2023. He previously served as the Speaker of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly from August 2021 to April 2023.
In April 2023, The SBP reserves have been showing some improvement following the inflow of a $1.3bn loan from which country?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. UAE
C. China
D. USA
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Correct Answer: C. China
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Foreign exchange reserves of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $394 million during the week ended on April 14, reported the central bank on April 20, 2023. The SBP reserves have been showing some improvement following the inflow of a $1.3bn loan from China in three installments in recent weeks. Pakistan depends largely on China for commercial and non-commercial loans and currently owes the highest amount of $30bn to Beijing.
In April 2023, Pakistan has placed its first order for discounted crude oil from which country?
A. Iran
B. Russia
C. Oman
D. Saudi Arabia
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Correct Answer: B. Russia
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Pakistan has placed its first order for discounted Russian crude oil under a deal struck between Islamabad and Moscow, State Minister for Petroleum Musadik Malik said, with one cargo to dock at the port of Karachi in May. Pakistans purchase gives Russia a new outlet, adding to Moscows growing sales to India and China, as it redirects oil from Western markets because of the Ukraine conflict.
What is the name for the hybrid solar eclipse which will transit from an annular eclipse to a total eclipse?
A. Ningaloo Eclipse
B. Partial Eclipse
C. Helcos Eclipse
D. Lumbar Eclipse
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Correct Answer: A. Ningaloo Eclipse
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The Ningaloo Eclipse is a hybrid solar eclipse in which the eclipse will transit from an annular eclipse to a total eclipse in certain regions of the world and again transit back to an annular eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby obscuring the view of the Sun from a small part of the Earth. There are four types of solar eclipses: total, partial, hybrid, and annular.
has NADRA has launched its cutting-edge ‘Automated Finger Identification System’ (AFIS) named as?
A. Nadra
B. Nadir
C. Self Identifier
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: B. Nadir
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The National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA) has launched its cutting-edge Automated Finger Identification System (AFIS), branded as “NADIR”, for civil purposes. ‘NADIR’ represents a major advancement in the field of biometrics, Utilising the unique characteristics of fingerprints to establish a robust and reliable method of identity verification. Based on the Fingerprint Verification Competition (FVC), an internationally acclaimed benchmarking conducted in Italy, NADIR has achieved an impressive accuracy rate exceeding 99.5%.
TikTok has removed over ___ videos uploaded from Pakistan for violating community guidelines in Q4 2022?
A. 11.25 Million
B. 11.68 Million
C. 12.00 Million
D. 12.68 Million
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Correct Answer: D. 12.68 Million
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TikTok, A popular online video sharing social networking service – has removed over 12.68 million videos uploaded from Pakistan for violating community guidelines in Q4 2022. The online short video service has released its latest community guidelines enforcement report for Q4 2022 (October-December 2022), “building on its commitment to a multi-pronged approach to stop misinformation on the platform”.
