In January 2025, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force has unveiled a new super-heavy drone, named?

A. Talwar
B. Shaheed
C. Hamas
D. Gaza

Answer

Correct Answer: D. Gaza


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The Aerospace Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a heavy-duty drone, named Gaza, during a “hybrid operation” on the sidelines of a massive military exercise in southern Iran. The unmanned aircraft, which has a range of 1,000 kilometers and can carry a payload of at least 500 kilograms, successfully took out eight mock enemy targets during the maneuver on 26 January 2024, according to a press release by the IRGC. The drone was unveiled on Sunday, 26 January 2024, during a large-scale military exercise — code-named Great Prophet Authority.

Which country suspended all USAID funding to Bangladesh under a 90-day foreign aid review?

A. Germany
B. UK
C. France
D. USA

Answer

Correct Answer: D. USA


Title

In a significant policy shift, the United States has suspended all USAID funding to Bangladesh following President Donald Trump’s directive for a comprehensive 90-day review of foreign aid programs. This decision mandates an immediate halt to all USAID-related activities in Bangladesh, affecting numerous development projects across the nation.

Which country will host the 9th international Naval exercise “AMAN 2025”?

A. Pakistan
B. Japan
C. China
D. Turkiye

Answer

Correct Answer: A. Pakistan


Detail About MCQs

Pakistan Navy will host 9th AMAN Exercise and the first AMAN Dialogue next month. According to ISPR, the 9th international exercise “AMAN 2025” will be held from 7-11 of next month. Around 120 delegations from all over the world will participate in the first International AMAN Dialogue to be held alongside the exercise. Senior military leadership from around the world will discuss joint strategy to deal with regional security and maritime threats at the AMAN Dialogue. 

Which country has banned the creation of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in January 2025?

A. Russia
B. Indonesia
C. United States
D. France

Answer

Correct Answer: C. United States


Detail About MCQs

US President Donald Trump has banned the creation and issuance of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in the United States. Agencies are prohibited from promoting or issuing CBDCs without legal approval. The executive order defines CBDC as a digital currency directly backed by the central bank. Concerns cited include risks to privacy, sovereignty, and financial stability. The order promotes a private-sector-led digital asset ecosystem, focusing on dollar-backed stablecoins as alternatives. CBDCs differ from cryptocurrencies as their value is fixed by the central bank, with several countries adopting them for centralized digital currency control.

Micheal Martin has been elected as the prime minister of which country in January 2025?

A. Ireland
B. Switzerland
C. Germany
D. France

Answer

Correct Answer: A. Ireland


Detail About MCQs

Micheal Martin has been elected as Ireland’s prime minister for a second term with 95 votes in favor and 76 against in parliament. Martin, leader of Fianna Fail, will head a coalition government with Fianna Fail, Fine Gael, and independent lawmakers. This marks the second consecutive coalition between Fianna Fail and Fine Gael, replacing the Green Party after its electoral losses. Martin, previously PM from 2020 to 2022, will be succeeded by Fine Gael’s Simon Harris in 2027 under the coalition agreement.

The International Day of Education will be observed every yar on:

A. 18 January
B. 20 January
C. 22 January
D. 24 January

Answer

Correct Answer: D. 24 January 


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The International Day of Education will be observed every year on 24 January across the globe, including Pakistan under the theme of “AI and education”. The purpose to observe the day is to highlight the impact of technology expedition in education institutes. 

When Pakistan Navy assumes command of Combined Task Force-151 for 11th time?

A. January 21, 2025
B. January 23, 2025
C. January 25, 2025
D. None of these

Answer

Correct Answer: B. January 23, 2025


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Pakistan Navy has taken over command for the eleventh time of the Combined Task Force-151 (CTF-151), a multinational body set up in 2009 as a response to piracy attacks in the Gulf of Aden and off the eastern coast of Somalia, the navy’s media wing said on January 23, 2025. CTF-151’s mission is to disrupt piracy and armed robbery at sea and engage with regional and other partners to build capacity and improve relevant capabilities in order to protect global maritime commerce and secure freedom of navigation. It operates in conjunction with the EU’s Operation Atalanta and NATO’s Operation Ocean Shield. Commodore Sohail Ahmed Uzmi of Pakistan Navy appointed as new Commander of Combined Task Force-151. Countries that have led CTF 151 include Bahrain, Brazil, Denmark, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Pakistan, the Philippines, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Türkiye, the UK, and the US.

In January 2025, the leadership of Combined Task Force 151 – CTF-151 – has officially been transferred from _____ to Pakistan.

A. Türkiye
B. Bahrain
C. China
D. USA

Answer

Correct Answer: A. Türkiye


Detail About MCQs

In a ceremony held in Bahrain, the leadership of Combined Task Force 151 – CTF-151 – has officially been transferred from Türkiye to Pakistan. This leadership change marks a new chapter in the ongoing global effort to secure international shipping lanes and combat piracy. Our Asli Atbas was on the ground at the Combined Maritime Forces headquarters in Bahrain. Command of CTF 151 is rotated between participating nations on a three-to-six-monthly basis. Countries that have led CTF 151 include Bahrain, Brazil, Denmark, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Pakistan, the Philippines, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Türkiye, the UK, and the US. A variety of countries assign vessels, aircraft, and personnel to the task force.

The fourth round of Pakistan-Azerbaijan Bilateral Political Consultations will be held in Islamabad on:

A. January 13, 2025
B. January 17, 2025
C. January 21, 2025
D. January 23, 2025

Answer

Correct Answer: D. January 23, 2025


Detail About MCQs

The fourth round of Pakistan-Azerbaijan Bilateral Political Consultations will be held in Islamabad on January 23, 2024. Mr. Elnur Mammadov, Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan is visiting Pakistan to lead the Azerbaijan delegation. The Pakistan delegation would be led by our Foreign Secretary. The two sides will discuss the entire range of bilateral relations, including cooperation in trade, energy, information technology, defense, health, connectivity, and education sectors. The two sides will also discuss a range of regional and international issues.

In January 2025, the Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan visited Pakistan, named?

A. Aykhan Hajizada
B. Jeyhun Bayramov
C. Elnur Mammadov
D. Hafiz Pashayev

Answer

Correct Answer: C. Elnur Mammadov


Detail About MCQs

The fourth round of Pakistan-Azerbaijan Bilateral Political Consultations will be held in Islamabad on January 23, 2025. Mr. Elnur Mammadov, Deputy Foreign Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan is visiting Pakistan to lead the Azerbaijan delegation. The Pakistan delegation would be led by our Foreign Secretary. The two sides will discuss the entire range of bilateral relations, including cooperation in trade, energy, information technology, defense, health, connectivity, and education sectors. The two sides will also discuss a range of regional and international issues.

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