Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
91
Which radioactive mineral is mined at Baghalchur in the Dera Ghazi Khan district?
Answer:
Uranium
Baghalchur in D.G. Khan was the site of Pakistan's first uranium mine. Uranium is a critical mineral for the country's nuclear energy program and its strategic defense capabilities, used as fuel for nuclear reactors.
92
The Dilband Iron Ore deposit is located in which province?
Answer:
Balochistan
Dilband is located in the Kalat District of Balochistan. It is one of the more significant iron ore deposits in Pakistan and has been studied extensively for its potential to supply the national steel requirements.
93
Where was Pakistan's first oil well drilled in 1915?
Answer:
Khaur
The first oil discovery in Pakistan occurred at Khaur in the Potohar Plateau (Attock District) in 1915. This marked the beginning of the petroleum industry in the region, which continues to be a focus for onshore oil exploration.
94
Which area in Sindh is known for possessing large reserves of China Clay (Kaolin)?
Answer:
Nagar Parkar
Nagar Parkar in the Tharparkar District of Sindh is famous for its high-quality China Clay deposits. China Clay is used in the ceramics industry for making tiles, sanitary ware, and fine porcelain products.
95
Phosphate reserves, used for making fertilizers, are primarily found in which area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Answer:
Abbottabad (Hazara)
The Hazara region, especially around Abbottabad, contains significant phosphate deposits. These reserves are vital for the domestic fertilizer industry, helping to increase agricultural yields by providing essential nutrients to the soil.
96
Which district of Punjab is the main producer of Gypsum, used widely in the agriculture and plaster industries?
Answer:
Jhelum
Large deposits of Gypsum are found in the Salt Range, particularly around Jhelum and Mianwali. It is used in agriculture to treat saline soils and in the construction industry for making Plaster of Paris and cement.
97
The Gunga Barite mine, a major source of barite used in oil well drilling, is located near which city?
Answer:
Khuzdar
Khuzdar is the primary area for barite production in Pakistan. Barite is essential for the oil and gas industry as it is used as a weighting agent in drilling mud to prevent high-pressure blowouts during exploration.
98
Which gemstone, often referred to as 'pigeon blood red,' is found in the Hunza Valley?
Answer:
Ruby
The Hunza Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan is famous for its ruby deposits. These rubies are known for their high quality and deep red hue, and they are typically found embedded in marble formations within the high mountain ranges.
99
Pakistan's primary reserves of Copper-Gold are hosted within which tectonic feature?
Answer:
Chagai Magmatic Arc
The Chagai Magmatic Arc in western Balochistan is a prolific geological belt that hosts world-class porphyry copper-gold deposits like Reko Diq and Saindak. This belt was formed by the subduction of the Arabian plate under the Eurasian plate.
100
Which of the following minerals is primarily used in the manufacturing of cement and is found abundantly in the Salt Range?
Answer:
Limestone
Limestone is a key raw material for the cement industry, and its abundance in the Salt Range and other hilly tracts has allowed Pakistan to become a major producer and exporter of cement in the region.