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The overall literacy rate of Pakistan is ______?
A 63%
B 64%
C 65%
D None of these
Correct Answer: 63%
Explanation:

The overall literacy rate of Pakistan is 62.3 % which means that around 90 million people in the country cannot read and write

Punjab leads with 63%

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with 53 %

Balochistan with 44 percent.has the lowest literacy rate in Pakistan

Islamabad has around 88% literacy rate, which is the highest rate in Pakistan.

On 2 February 2026, the federal government of Pakistan declared a nationwide public holiday to observe which day?
A Kashmir Solidarity Day on 5 February
B Defence Day
C Pakistan Day
D International Mother Language Day
Correct Answer: Kashmir Solidarity Day on 5 February
Explanation:

  • Pakistan announced that 5 February 2026 will be a public holiday to observe Kashmir Solidarity Day, with institutions closed and a one-minute silence at 10:00 am across the country.

Pakistan planned its first nationwide anti-polio drive of 2026 starting on which date? Pakistan announced a nationwide anti-polio vaccination campaign from 2–8 February 2026 targeting over 45 million children.
A 01 Feb
B 03 Feb
C 04 Feb
D 02 Feb
Correct Answer: 02 Feb
Explanation:

  • Pakistan announced a nationwide anti-polio vaccination campaign from 2–8 February 2026 targeting over 45 million children.

Which country developed the air-launched cruise missile called “Taimoor”?
A Islamic Republic of Iran
B Islamic Republic of Pakistan
C Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
D None of these
Correct Answer: Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Explanation:

  • The “Taimoor” missile is an air-launched cruise missile developed by the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
    It is part of Pakistan’s efforts to strengthen its indigenous defense capabilities and enhance precision strike and strategic deterrence.
    • Pakistan Air Force (PAF) successfully conducted the flight test of the indigenously developed “Taimoor” weapon system.
    • Conducted on 3 January 2026.
    • Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile is capable of engaging enemy land and sea targets with high precision at a range of 600 kilometers (372.8 miles).

Which two cities were added as the newest franchises in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 expansion?
A Quetta and Peshawar
B Hyderabad and Sialkot
C Faisalabad and Gujranwala
D None of these
Correct Answer: Hyderabad and Sialkot
Explanation:

  • The franchise auction was held on 8 January 2026. Sialkot and Hyderabad were confirmed as the two new teams.
  • About Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026
  • Edition: 11th
  • Participating teams: 08
  • Total Matches: 60
  • Starting date: 23 March 2026
  • Final date: 3 May 2026  write it in other color

What is the name of the locally developed weapon system that the Pakistan Air Force tested in 2026?
A Taimoor
B Shaheen
C Babur
D None of these
Correct Answer: Taimoor
Explanation:

  • The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) successfully conducted the flight test of an indigenously developed air-launched cruise missile named Taimoor (or Taimur) on January 3, 2026.
  • Weapon Type: Air-Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM).
  • Range: Up to 600 kilometers (372 miles).

On 31 January 2026, which province was targeted by Fitna-al-Hindustan terrorist attacks?
A Punjab
B Sindh
C Balochistan
D Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Correct Answer: Balochistan
Explanation:

  • On 31 January 2026, the Fitna-al-Hindustan terrorist group carried out attacks in Balochistan, targeting security forces and civilians.
  • These attacks were part of coordinated efforts by the group to create unrest in the province.

Which militant group took responsibility for the coordinated attacks across Balochistan on 31 January 2026?
A Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP)
B Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
C Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA)
D None of these
Correct Answer: Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA)
Explanation:

  • On 31 January 2026, multiple coordinated attacks occurred across Balochistan, targeting security forces and key installations.
  • The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for these attacks, continuing its campaign for regional separatist goals.

In January 2026, which provincial government of Pakistan started the “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” program?
A Balochistan
B Punjab
C Sindh
D None of these
Correct Answer: Punjab
Explanation:

  • The “Apna Khet, Apna Rozgar” program was launched by the Punjab provincial government on January 15, 2026.
    It aims to support farmers by providing resources and opportunities for sustainable agriculture and employment.

In 2026, which province started the “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar” program to give low-income families affordable homes?
A Punjab
B Sindh
C Balochistan
D None of these
Correct Answer: Punjab
Explanation:

  • The “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar” housing scheme was launched by Punjab in 2026 to provide affordable homes to low-income families.