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• NEPRA is the regulatory authority in Pakistan for electricity generation, transmission, and distribution.
• It ensures fair pricing, licensing, and standards in the power sector.
• It was established in 1997.

Last verified on 13-05-2026

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• COP (Conference of Parties) is the main decision-making meeting under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
• It brings together countries to discuss global climate action and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• The first COP was held in 1995 in Berlin, Germany.
• UNFCCC was formed in 1992 Earth Summit (Rio de Janeiro).

Explanation

• FIR stands for First Information Report.
• It a document prepared by police under Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) 1898.
• It starting criminal proceedings in cognizable cases.

Last verified on 11-05-2026

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• PDNA stands for Post-Disaster Needs Assessment.
• It is a joint product of the European Union, the World Bank and the United Nations Development Group
• Goal: To create a "build back better" recovery strategy.
• Note: PDNA is often used in the context of major international disasters, such as the 2022 Pakistan Floods.

Last updated question NS on 10 MAY 2026

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• The early response to COVID-19 in Pakistan (2020) was led by National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
• Later, a central body was created called National Command and Operation Center (NCOC).
• NCOC was established in April 2020 on the orders of Prime Minister Imran Khan.
• It coordinated national efforts against COVID-19.
• NCOC was officially dissolved on 31 March 2022.

Last verified on 30-04-2026