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Punjab assembly unanimously adopted resolution recommending Nobel Peace Prize for Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Chairman of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir on 16 April,  2026.

Nominated for their efforts for peace amid the war in the Middle East.

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• Jizya is a poll tax historically imposed on non-Muslims in Muslim states.
• In India, Qutb-ud-din Aibak was the first to impose Jizya.
• The tax was abolished by Mughal ruler Akbar in the 16th century but reintroduced by Aurangzeb in the 17th century.

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A suicide vehicle bombing was followed by a small-arms assault on a security checkpoint in Bajaur District in KPK.

The attack killed 11 security personnel and one child, and wounded seven others.

This incident took place on 16 Feb, 2026.

The Pakistani Taliban (Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan – TTP) claimed responsibility.

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Pakistan achieved a major export breakthrough with Russia in the fisheries/seafood sector in April 2026.

Pakistan has secured access to Russia’s $3 billion seafood import market, after approval was granted to 16 local seafood processing plants to export their products, marking a major breakthrough for the country’s fisheries sector.

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Explanation

• The provision is contained in Article 80(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan 1973.
• It requires the Federal Government to present an annual financial statement before the National Assembly.
• It is officially referred to as the Annual Budget Statement.

Last updated by NS on 17-April-2026

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• It deals with admission of new areas into Pakistan.
• Authority lies with Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament).
• Parliament can admit new states or areas.
• Admission is done through law.
• Terms and conditions are decided by Parliament.

Last updated by NS on 16-April-2026

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• Article 194 of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 deals with the oath of office of High Court judges.
• The Chief Justice of a High Court takes oath before the Governor.
• Other judges take oath before the Chief Justice of the High Court.
• The oath is prescribed in the Third Schedule of the Constitution.

Last updated on NS-16-April-2026

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• Article 179 of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 deals with the retirement age of judges.
• It states that a Judge of the Supreme Court shall hold office until the age of 65 years.
• This applies to all judges, including the Chief Justice of Pakistan.

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• As per Article 73(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973, a Money Bill is presented in the National Assembly.
• After presentation, a copy is transmitted to the Senate for recommendations.
• The Senate cannot reject or amend a Money Bill, only suggest changes.

Last updated on NS-16-April-2026

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