February 2026 Current Affairs MCQs

Correct Answer: Ashfaq Ahmad Khalil

Ashfaq Ahmad Khalil was appointed as the current chairman of Pakistan Television (PTV).

Correct Answer: Dr akbar nasir khan

Dr. Akbar Nasir Khan serves as the Inspector General of Police (IGP) for the Gilgit Baltistan region.

Correct Answer: Noor-ul-Haq Baloch

Noor-ul-Haq Baloch holds the position of Chairman at the Gwadar Port Authority, overseeing its strategic development.

Correct Answer: Wapda

WAPDA secured the victory in the 2026 National Football Challenge Cup held in February.

Correct Answer: Syed Asad Ali Gilani

Syed Asad Ali Gilani was appointed as the new Ambassador of Pakistan to Afghanistan in early 2026.

Correct Answer: 4.7%

The State Bank of Pakistan Governor projected a GDP growth rate of 4.7% for the fiscal year 2026.

Correct Answer: Annular solar eclipse

An annular solar eclipse occurred on February 17, 2026, and was visible from various parts of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: FNPK

The FNPK released the Digital Pakistan Monitor report detailing digital infrastructure growth in January 2026.

Correct Answer: Major general shoaib bin akram

Major General Shoaib Bin Akram currently commands the Airport Security Force (ASF) as its Director General.

Correct Answer: Ubaid ul rehman Nizam

Ubaid ul Rehman Nizam serves as Pakistan's diplomatic representative and ambassador to Sweden.

Correct Answer: Free state land for peasants

The Chief Minister of Punjab announced a major initiative to distribute free state land to local peasants for farming.

Correct Answer: Sikandar sultan raja

Sikandar Sultan Raja's tenure as the Chief Election Commissioner officially concluded in February 2026.

Correct Answer: Raja faisal mumtaz rathore

Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore made the formal announcement regarding the introduction of 5G technology in AJK.

Correct Answer: Kohat

A tragic incident occurred in the Kohat district where six police personnel, including a DSP, were martyred.

Correct Answer: 169

Pakistan ranked 169th in the Women Peace and Security Index for the year 2026, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Correct Answer: Syed salman Gilani

Renowned Naat reciter Syed Salman Gilani sadly passed away, leaving a legacy in Islamic recitation.

Correct Answer: Deputy PM and foreign minister ishaq dar

Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar represented Pakistan at the crucial OIC session in Jeddah.

Correct Answer: Operation gazubulhaq

Pakistan launched 'Operation Gazubulhaq' in response to cross-border security threats emanating from Afghanistan.

Correct Answer: Ghulam Mustafa

Justice (Retd) Ghulam Mustafa took the oath as the new Chief Election Commissioner for the AJK region.

Correct Answer: Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani

Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani was appointed to lead the Pakistan Hockey Federation on an interim basis.

Correct Answer: United States

Pakistan planned a major trade and investment forum to be held in the United States to boost economic ties.

Correct Answer: $16.196 billion

Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves held by the SBP saw an uptick, reaching $16.196 billion mid-February.

Correct Answer: artificial intelligence (AI)

The HEC mandated a 3-credit hour course on Artificial Intelligence for all university students starting in 2026.

Correct Answer: 259.3

The population of Pakistan was officially projected to reach approximately 259.3 million by early 2026.

Correct Answer: 29%

The updated economic indices recorded Pakistan's current national poverty rate hovering around 29%.

Correct Answer: Gupta's

A high-profile guilty plea by Gupta in international courts vindicated Pakistan's claims regarding foreign-sponsored terrorism.

Correct Answer: CNICS

The Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled it unconstitutional to block a citizen's CNIC over civil debt disputes.

Correct Answer: Zakat deduction

The LHC clarified the financial laws by stating that commercial arms of charities must still pay Zakat.

Correct Answer: Marco rubio

Field Marshal Asim Munir held security talks with US official Marco Rubio during a summit in Germany.

Correct Answer: Austria

The Prime Minister of Pakistan embarked on a strategic bilateral state visit to Austria in February 2026.

Correct Answer: Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan

The Presidents of both Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan visited Pakistan to strengthen regional Central Asian ties.

Correct Answer: Rawalpindi

The Pakistan Super League expanded its franchise list by officially introducing a new team representing Rawalpindi.

Correct Answer: Mrs.ambreen

Mrs. Ambreen assumed the role of Chairperson for NEPRA, the regulatory authority for Pakistan's power sector.

Correct Answer: Pakistan-Jordan

The joint Inter-ministerial Commission meetings between Pakistan and Jordan took place in Islamabad early February.

Correct Answer: Digital Cooperation Organization

Pakistan proudly assumed the presidency of the Digital Cooperation Organization during the summit in Kuwait.

Correct Answer: 28 January 2026

To boost extraction industries, the Pak-China Mineral Cooperation Forum convened in Islamabad on January 28, 2026.

Correct Answer: 2 Feb 2026

Mir Ali Madad Jattak officially took the administrative reins as Balochistan's Home Minister on February 2.

Correct Answer: Agricultural

The UN facilitated a massive Agricultural Investment Summit in Pakistan to boost the dairy and olive sectors.

Correct Answer: 2nd February 2026

Pakistan and Uzbekistan held their 10th IGC session focusing on tech and trade on February 2nd.

Correct Answer: 29

Pakistan's ranking in the widely observed global corruption perceptions index for 2026 was placed at 29.

Correct Answer: Syedal khan

Syedal Khan inaugurated the 'Safe Secure Pakistan' exhibition, focusing on national security equipment.

Correct Answer: Woofy

Pakistan launched a dedicated smartphone app named 'Woofy' to streamline animal rescue and welfare operations.

Correct Answer: *Tahir Hussain Andrabi

Pakistan appointed Tahir Hussain Andrabi to serve as its new permanent representative at the United Nations.

Correct Answer: Tarlai

A tragic blast incident was reported in the Tarlai area of the capital city, Islamabad.

Correct Answer: Daish

The militant organization Daish (ISIS) claimed responsibility for the devastating suicide bombing at the Islamabad Imambargah.

Correct Answer: Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1

Security forces successfully wrapped up 'Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1' targeting militant strongholds in Balochistan.

Correct Answer: Saim Ayub

Pakistani cricketer Saim Ayub surged to the top of the ICC T20 all-rounder rankings following stellar performances.

Correct Answer: Rao Abdul kareem

Rao Abdul Kareem was designated as the Inspector General overseeing the operations of the Punjab Police force.

Correct Answer: Tiffat mukhtar raja

Tiffat Mukhtar Raja assumed the critical role of Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency in Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Dr Niaz ahmad akhtar

Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar presides as the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Mohsin naqvi

Mohsin Naqvi explicitly accused and held India responsible for a recent series of militant attacks in Balochistan.

Correct Answer: ISRO and Jaxa

ISRO and JAXA collaborated on the LUPEX mission to jointly explore the lunar south pole region.

Correct Answer: Al in warfare

The 2026 Munich Security Conference centered on the implications and regulation of Artificial Intelligence in global warfare.

Correct Answer: Google

Google introduced the quantum x-processor, marking a significant milestone in advanced quantum computing capabilities.

Correct Answer: Raza Arif khamini

Raza Arif Khamenei assumed the role of the new Supreme Leader of Iran following recent geopolitical shifts.

Correct Answer: Ayatulla e khamani

Ayatollah Khamenei was reported martyred during an Israeli attack, escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Correct Answer: South africa Israel

South Africa and Israel engaged in a diplomatic rift by expelling envoys over disagreements regarding the Gaza conflict.

Correct Answer: 70 years of diplomatic relations

The PM's visit to Vienna commemorated exactly 70 years of formal diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Austria.

Correct Answer: Jamate islami

Jamaat-e-Islami secured a majority of votes in the recent geopolitical elections observed in Bangladesh.

Correct Answer: Yoon suk yeol

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faced a major judicial verdict resulting in a life imprisonment sentence.

Correct Answer: Rob jetten

Rob Jetten made history by becoming the youngest Prime Minister of the Netherlands in February 2026.

Correct Answer: South korea

South Korea took a pioneering step globally by enacting the first comprehensive legal framework governing AI.

Correct Answer: Our friendship

The global theme designated for World Thinking Day in 2026 was officially chosen as 'Our Friendship'.

Correct Answer: Switzerland

Diplomatic back-channel negotiations between Iran and the USA took place in the neutral territory of Switzerland.

Correct Answer: Tina and milo

Tina and Milo were revealed as the official mascots for the upcoming Winter Olympics and Paralympics.

Correct Answer: Norway

Norway continued its dominance in winter sports by securing the first position in the medal tally at the Winter Olympics.

Correct Answer: Iran

The Khurana 4 is a strategic ballistic missile developed and incorporated into the arsenal of Iran.

Correct Answer: Marco Rubio

U.S. official Marco Rubio issued strict warnings to Iran concerning their ongoing missile development and negotiations.

Correct Answer: All of these

Key Afghan regions including Qandahar, Paktika, and Kabul were targeted during recent cross-border escalations.

Correct Answer: 92

A total of 92 nations sent their athletic contingents to participate in the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Correct Answer: Russia

The Russian government imposed a nationwide block on the messaging platform WhatsApp in February 2026.

Correct Answer: Jeddah

The extraordinary ministerial meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was hosted in Jeddah.

Correct Answer: 28 February 2026

A major military strike was carried out by Israel against Iranian targets on February 28, 2026.

Correct Answer: Aryna Sabalenka

Aryna Sabalenka finished as the runner-up in the women's singles final during the 2026 Australian Open.

Correct Answer: Australia

Australia faced an unexpected early exit after being knocked out during the group stages of the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Correct Answer: Taiwan

Taiwan successfully trialed its indigenous Hai Kun submarine, signaling a massive leap in its naval defense capabilities.

Correct Answer: Jakarta, Indonesia

According to the latest UN demographic projections, Jakarta overtook Tokyo to become the most populous global city.

Correct Answer: Syria

The United States announced strategic plans to withdraw its remaining military personnel deployed in Syria.

Correct Answer: Oman

Russia scheduled cooperative naval exercises in the Sea of Oman to project power and deter unilateral actions.

Correct Answer: Algeria

Pakistan and Algeria signed agreements focusing on mutual investments across the energy, mining, and digital sectors.

Correct Answer: Switzerland

The third round of US-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine took place in Switzerland.

Correct Answer: FIFA

FIFA pledged a significant fund of $75 million dedicated to revitalizing football infrastructure in Gaza.

Correct Answer: Syria

The United States laid out diplomatic frameworks to potentially reopen its formal embassy in Syria.

Correct Answer: Adolf Hitler

To prevent it from becoming a neo-Nazi shrine, the Austrian government repurposed Adolf Hitler's birth house into a police station.

Correct Answer: China

President Donald Trump scheduled a highly anticipated state visit to China to discuss major economic policies.

Correct Answer: Google

Google announced the construction of new subsea cables to connect its newly planned AI hub in India to global networks.

Correct Answer: Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste was officially recognized as the 166th member nation of the World Trade Organization.

Correct Answer: Jasper Jeffers (USA)

Jasper Jeffers from the USA was appointed as the leading commander of the newly formed ISF.

Correct Answer: $17 billion

An international coalition Board of Peace pledged $17 billion in reconstruction and aid funds for Gaza.

Correct Answer: 19 February 2026

The inaugural convention of the newly established Board of Peace occurred on February 19, 2026.

Correct Answer: Youth voices on multilingual education

The 2026 theme for Mother Language Day focused heavily on incorporating youth perspectives into multilingual education systems.

Correct Answer: 21 February

International Mother Language Day is universally observed on February 21st to promote linguistic diversity.

Correct Answer: Renewed Commitment to Social Development and Social Justice

The UN selected 'Renewed Commitment to Social Development and Social Justice' as the thematic core for 2026.

Correct Answer: 20 February

The World Day of Social Justice is an international day recognizing the need to promote social justice on February 20.

Correct Answer: Mike Huckabee

American political figure Mike Huckabee made controversial statements suggesting potential Israeli territorial expansion.

Correct Answer: 20

The ICC expanded the format for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup to include 20 participating national teams.

Correct Answer: Tariq rehman

Tariq Rehman officially took the oath of office to become the newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh.

Correct Answer: Somalia

Somalia consistently remains at the bottom, ranking 181st in the global Corruption Perceptions Index.

Correct Answer: economic cooperation

The diplomatic trip heavily emphasized fostering enhanced economic and trade cooperation between Pakistan and Austria.

Correct Answer: Nipah virus

The WHO issued warnings regarding the potential proliferation and outbreak risks associated with the Nipah virus.

Correct Answer: Oman

The Sultanate of Oman played a key mediating role by hosting indirect nuclear talks between Iran and the USA.

Correct Answer: United States

The UAE hosted negotiations between Russian and Ukrainian delegations that were directly brokered by the United States.

Correct Answer: Fiji

Fiji was selected as the host nation for the prestigious Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting.

Correct Answer: Spain

Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning champion of the 2026 Australian Open men's singles, represents Spain.

Correct Answer: $85bn

A major nation recently unveiled an unprecedented defense expenditure budget totaling $85 billion.

Correct Answer: United by Unique

For 2026, global health bodies designated the specific theme 'United by Unique' for World Cancer Day awareness.

Correct Answer: 1-7 February

The United Nations recognizes the first week of February (1st to 7th) as World Interfaith Harmony Week.

Correct Answer: Elon musk

According to updated global financial indices in February 2026, Elon Musk maintained his status as the richest man.

Correct Answer: India and sri lanka

The ICC announced that India and Sri Lanka would be the official co-hosts for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup.

Correct Answer: France

France assumed the rotating presidency of the G7 economic block for the year 2026.

Correct Answer: Tariq rehman

Tariq Rehman acts as the prominent leader guiding the Bangladesh Nationalist Party.

Correct Answer: Sri lanka

Sri Lanka formally urged cricket boards in Pakistan and India to resume their bilateral sporting engagements.

Correct Answer: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia passed regulations strictly prohibiting the printing of sacred names on disposable commercial packaging.

Correct Answer: Trinity Rodman

Recent financial rankings indicated Trinity Rodman as the highest-earning footballer in her category.

Correct Answer: New start

The expiration of the New START nuclear arms reduction treaty sparked massive global concerns regarding an arms race.

Correct Answer: WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) officially documented and reported the outbreak of the Nipah virus in Bangladesh.

Correct Answer: nuclear

The United States proposed establishing a novel three-way nuclear arms control agreement involving Russia and China.

Correct Answer: Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge

The 2026 World Wetlands Day emphasized the crucial link between ecosystem preservation and 'Traditional Knowledge'.

Correct Answer: 2 Feb 2025

World Wetlands Day is celebrated globally on February 2nd to raise awareness about ecological importance.

Correct Answer: United states and Russia

The New START Treaty was a critical bilateral nuclear arms reduction agreement exclusively between the US and Russia.

Correct Answer: 4feb

World Cancer Day is an international observance held every year on February 4 to unite against the disease.

Correct Answer: Gianni Infantino

Gianni Infantino, the incumbent FIFA President, made statements regarding the expansion of global football initiatives.

Correct Answer: Oman

Oman hosted the delicate US-Iran nuclear de-escalation talks, continuing its role as a neutral regional mediator.

Correct Answer: Kazakhstan

The President of Kazakhstan lauded Pakistan as a reliable ally, setting a mutual $1 billion bilateral trade target.

Correct Answer: *Seif al-Islam

Seif al-Islam el-Qaddafi, son of the former Libyan dictator, was reportedly killed during an armed assault at his residence.

Correct Answer: Philippines

The Philippines recently initiated underwater trials for its newly developed indigenous submarine system.