Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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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
101
Pakistan launched which communication satellite in 2025 to boost its digital infrastructure and connectivity?
Answer:
PakSat-MM1
Pakistan launched the PakSat-MM1 communication satellite in 2025. This advanced multi-mission satellite provides high-speed internet and digital services, aiding Pakistan's goals of digital sovereignty and fulfilling technical standards required by international telecommunications bodies like the ITU.
102
Which Pakistani city was declared as South Asia's cleanest city in 2025, an achievement often showcased in regional municipal forums?
Answer:
Islamabad
Islamabad was ranked as the cleanest city in South Asia in 2025. This achievement highlights the successful implementation of sustainable urban management, waste processing, and environmental policies in the capital, serving as a model for urban development within international organizations focusing on sustainable cities.
103
Which international regulatory body oversees the safeguards of Pakistan's civilian nuclear power plants like K-2 and K-3?
Answer:
IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency)
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) conducts regular inspections and applies safeguards to Pakistan's civilian nuclear power facilities. Although Pakistan is not a signatory to the NPT, its cooperation with the IAEA for peaceful nuclear energy is highly rated, ensuring that its reactors in Karachi and Chashma meet global safety and non-proliferation standards.
104
Pakistan is a founding member of the 'D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation'. What does 'D-8' stand for?
Answer:
Developing 8
The D-8 stands for 'Developing 8' countries, an organization for economic cooperation between eight major developing Muslim nations: Pakistan, Turkey, Iran, Egypt, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, and Bangladesh. Established in 1997, it focuses on improving member states' position in the global economy and diversifying trade.
105
Which international body's 'Loss and Damage' Fund established at COP27 was a result of Pakistan's leadership of the G77 plus China?
Answer:
United Nations (UNFCCC)
At the COP27 climate summit in 2022, Pakistan chaired the Group of 77 and China. Following the catastrophic 2022 floods, Pakistan led a successful diplomatic push to create a 'Loss and Damage' fund within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to provide financial help to countries most vulnerable to climate-related disasters.
106
Pakistan was removed from the 'Grey List' of which international financial watchdog in October 2022?
Answer:
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Pakistan was removed from the FATF Grey List in October 2022 after successfully implementing two action plans to improve its anti-money laundering (AML) and countering financing of terrorism (CFT) regimes. This removal was a major diplomatic and economic achievement that helped restore Pakistan's standing in the international financial system.
107
In which year did Pakistan officially join the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)?
Answer:
1979
Pakistan formally joined the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) during the Havana Summit in 1979. Previously, Pakistan's membership in Western-led military alliances like SEATO and CENTO had prevented its entry into NAM, but the shift toward a more balanced and neutral foreign policy allowed it to join the group of developing nations.
108
In which city is the headquarters of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), of which Pakistan is a founding member?
Answer:
Tehran
The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is headquartered in Tehran, Iran. Established in 1985 by Pakistan, Iran, and Turkey as a successor to the Regional Cooperation for Development (RCD), it was expanded in 1992 to include seven more countries from Central Asia and the Caucasus, focusing on regional trade and connectivity.
109
Pakistan became the member of World Trade Organization in:
Answer:
1st January 1995
Pakistan officially joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) on its inception day, January 1, 1995. As a founding member, Pakistan participates in global trade negotiations to protect its industrial and agricultural interests.
110
Pakistan has Observer status in:
Answer:
Shanghai Cooperation Organization
Historically, Pakistan held observer status in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) since 2005. Pakistan, alongside India, eventually transitioned to full membership in 2017.