Category: Pakistan Current Affairs May 2025

Correct Answer: B. To participate in a trilateral summit with Turkey and Azerbaijan

Prime Minister Sharif visited Azerbaijan to attend the Pakistan-Turkey-Azerbaijan trilateral summit, focusing on trade, connectivity, and strategic cooperation among the three nations.

Correct Answer: B. Turkey, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan

From May 25 to May 30, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif embarked on a regional diplomatic tour, visiting Turkey, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan. The purpose of this tour was to strengthen bilateral relations, discuss regional security, and express gratitude for the support these countries extended to Pakistan during its recent tensions with India.

Correct Answer: A. Support for Iran’s peaceful nuclear program

In Tehran, Prime Minister Sharif expressed support for Iran’s right to pursue a peaceful nuclear program, aligning with Pakistan’s stance on nuclear non-proliferation and regional stability.

Correct Answer: C. General Asim Munir 

General Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, was promoted to the ceremonial rank of Field Marshal on May 27, 2025. The promotion sparked criticism from Indian political figures, who questioned the decision in light of recent military setbacks.

Correct Answer: C. Faisalabad 

On May 27, 2025, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck near Faisalabad, with the epicenter located at 31.31°N latitude and 72.52°E longitude. The tremor occurred at a depth of 111 kilometers. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.

Correct Answer: B. Lahore Qalandars 

On May 25, 2025, the Lahore Qalandars clinched their third Pakistan Super League (PSL) title by defeating the Quetta Gladiators by six wickets at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Kusal Perera was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance.

Correct Answer: B. Afghanistan and China 

In May 2025, Pakistan participated in trilateral talks with Afghanistan and China. These discussions focused on regional security, economic cooperation, and infrastructure development, aiming to strengthen ties and promote stability in the region.

Correct Answer: B. May 21, 2025

The tragic suicide bombing targeting a school bus occurred on May 21, 2025, in the Khuzdar District of Balochistan, a province often affected by militancy and unrest.

Correct Answer: B. Banned child marriage, setting the minimum age at 18 

In a landmark move, Pakistan’s Senate passed a bill in May 2025 banning child marriage in Islamabad, raising the legal marriage age to 18 for both genders. This legislation introduces strict penalties for those facilitating underage marriages and categorizes sexual relations with minors as statutory rape. The bill replaces colonial-era laws and is seen as a significant step toward eliminating child marriage in Pakistan.

Correct Answer: D. Gen. Asim Munir

On May 20, 2025, General Asim Munir was promoted to the ceremonial rank of Field Marshal, becoming the first Pakistani officer to hold this title since General Ayub Khan in 1965. This promotion, approved by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s cabinet, recognizes Munir’s strategic leadership during Pakistan’s most severe military conflict with India in nearly 30 years. Despite the promotion, Munir continues to serve as the Chief of Army Staff.