Category: Pakistan Current Affairs September 2025

The “Digital Pakistan Monitor” report for January 2026 was released by which organization?

A. PTA
B. FNPK (Freedom Network Pakistan)
C. PEMRA
D. Ministry of IT

Answer

Correct Answer: B. FNPK (Freedom Network Pakistan)


Detail About MCQs

The Digital Pakistan Monitor for January 2026 was released by Freedom Network Pakistan (FNPK). The report provides a monthly overview of digital rights, internet freedom, and the impact of state policies on the digital landscape. It is a key resource for researchers and activists in the field.

The remittance inflow of $3.2 billion represented what growth?

A. 5%
B. 8%
C. 11.3%
D. 15%

Answer

Correct Answer: C. 11.3%


Detail About MCQs

The 11.3% growth reflected both increased inflows from Pakistani expatriates and government facilitation measures such as reduced transfer fees. Rising remittances also helped mitigate the impacts of inflation and contributed to supporting domestic consumption.

How much did Pakistan receive in remittances in September 2025?

A. $2.5 billion
B. $3.0 billion
C. $3.2 billion
D. $3.5 billion

Answer

Correct Answer: C. $3.2 billion


Detail About MCQs

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reported $3.2 billion in remittances for September 2025, marking an 11.3% increase year-on-year. This inflow, primarily from Pakistani expatriates in the Middle East and Europe, is a vital source of foreign exchange, supporting the country’s balance of payments and helping stabilize the economy during periods of fiscal stress.

According to reports, how many fatalities and missing persons were attributed to the 2025 floods by September?

A. 500 dead and 100 missing
B. 900 dead and 209 missing
C. 2,000 dead and 1,000 missing
D. 100 dead and 50 missing

Answer

Correct Answer: B. 900 dead and 209 missing


Detail About MCQs

By late September 2025, approximately 900 people had died, and 209 were reported missing due to flooding across Pakistan. Punjab and Sindh were the worst-hit provinces. The floods displaced millions, damaged homes, and led to large-scale humanitarian crises. National and provincial authorities, supported by the military and NGOs, launched relief operations, including food distribution, temporary shelters, and medical aid.

According to the World Bank report, what reversed in Pakistan’s poverty trajectory?

A. Poverty continued to fall steadily
B. Poverty began to rise again after 2020
C. No change in poverty rates
D. Poverty was eradicated

Answer

Correct Answer: B. Poverty began to rise again after 2020


Detail About MCQs

The report notes that after a long decline, poverty began to increase again around 2020 due to shocks like inflation, floods, weak reforms.

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