Pakistan Economy - 2026 MCQs with Answers and Explanations
Practice Pakistan Economy - 2026 MCQs. from Current Affairs - 2026 subject. with solved answers and explanations. updated syllabus-based questions.
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Question 1: Which sector received the highest percentage of allocation in Pakistan's PSDP (Public Sector Development Programme) for the 2025–26 budget?
The 2025–26 development budget prioritized transport, energy, and water infrastructure projects.
Question 2: The landmark Reko Diq project in Balochistan is primarily associated with the extraction of which minerals?
Reko Diq is one of the world's largest undeveloped copper and gold deposits, located in the Chagai District.
Question 3: Pakistan's strategic economic plan for the period 2024 to 2029 is officially titled as:
"Uraan Pakistan" is the official title for the five-year economic roadmap starting in 2024 aimed at financial growth.
Question 4: Which Pakistani startup became a "Unicorn" (valued at $1 Billion) on April 10, 2026, marking a milestone for the local fintech sector?
SadaPay reached a valuation of $1.1 Billion after its latest Series C funding round, becoming Pakistan’s first fintech unicorn.
Question 5: What is the current status of the Pakistan-IMF "Extended Fund Facility" (EFF) program as of the update on April 10, 2026?
The IMF Executive Board confirmed the successful completion of the 2nd review, releasing a tranche of $1.2 billion to Pakistan.
Question 6: On April 10, 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced a reduction in the policy rate by how many basis points?
In an unscheduled meeting, the SBP reduced the policy rate by 100 basis points, citing a faster-than-expected decline in inflation.
Question 7: What was the approximate local price of silver (Chandi) per tola in Pakistan on April 9, 2026, amid a global surge in precious metals?
Silver rates in Pakistan reached a notable high of Rs. 9,103 per tola yesterday, driven by international spot market momentum and safe-haven buying.
Question 8: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired a high-level virtual meeting on April 9, 2026, with the business community to discuss:
The Finance Minister reaffirmed the government's resolve to collaborate with Chambers of Commerce to steer the economy toward resilience and growth.
Question 9: On April 9, 2026, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) was reported to have witnessed a "bullish trend" primarily attributed to news of:
Market sentiment turned highly positive yesterday following news of a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran and Pakistan's role in the peace talks.
Question 10: On April 9, 2026, the "Indus River System Authority (IRSA)" announced a what percentage shortage of water for the Kharif season?
IRSA projected a 15% water shortage for the upcoming Kharif crops yesterday, urging provinces to optimize water usage.
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