Explanation

• Russia was suspended from the G7 (then G8) in 2014 due to the annexation of Crimea.
• Russia had taken control of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014.
• This action was widely criticized by Western countries.
• The group reverted from G8 back to G7.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• Full form: Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA)
• Function: Allocation of IP addresses, domain root zone, protocol numbers
• Parent organization: ICANN
• Regional distribution: Through RIRs (like ARIN, RIPE NCC, APNIC)
• Role: Maintains global internet numbering system

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• Edition: 51st
• Venue: Alberta, Canada
• Note: the 50th G7 summit was held in 2024 in Italy.

• The Group of Seven (G7) is an intergovernmental political and economic forum.
• G7 has Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the US as its members.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• Decisions in the G7 are generally made through discussion and consensus.
• No binding constitution or legal authority
• Members: USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, Japan
• Focus: Global economy, security, climate, development
• Nature: Informal forum

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• The Bofors scandal was an arms deal between India and a Swedish company.
• It involved the purchase of Bofors 155mm howitzers by India in the 1980s.
• The deal became controversial due to allegations of bribery and corruption.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• Recently, South Air and Air Karachi have started operations in Pakistan’s private aviation sector.

Additional information:

South Air

• Introduced: Late 2025 (expanded in 2026)
• Focus: Regional and low-cost travel
• Fleet: ATR 72-500 aircraft
• Routes: Gwadar, Turbat, Panjgur, Karachi, Quetta, Islamabad
• Target: Underserved and remote areas

Air Karachi

• Launched: Mid-2026
• Backing: 42 Karachi-based business investors
• Investment: ₨5 billion
• Fleet: 3 Airbus A320 (leased)
• Routes: Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Sukkur, Multan, Quetta
• Future plan: International flights after 1 year

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• The Constitution of Pakistan clearly defines the state religion.
• Under Article 2, Islam is declared the state religion of Pakistan.
• This provision was included in the Constitution of 1973.
• It reflects the Islamic identity of the state.
• It guides the overall legal and ideological framework of Pakistan.

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• Japan is a member of the G7 group of advanced economies.
• Japan is the only Asian country in the G7.
• G7 focuses on global economic and political issues.
• Members: USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Canada

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• G.H. Mead’s theory is called Symbolic Interactionism (Theory of Self).
• It explains how the self develops through social interaction.
• Individuals understand themselves through communication and symbols.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• A role set means all the roles attached to one social status.
• It explains that a single status has multiple expectations and duties.
• These roles are performed in different social relationships.
• It is a concept in sociology by Robert K. Merton.

Last verified on 22-06-2026