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
Which regional organization, of which Pakistan and Iran are founding members, was established in 1985 to replace the RCD?
Answer:
ECO
The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) was established in 1985 by Pakistan, Iran, and Turkey. It succeeded the Regional Cooperation for Development (RCD) and was later expanded in 1992 to include the newly independent Central Asian republics and Afghanistan.
102
What is the total value of the IMF Extended Fund Facility (EFF) approved for Pakistan in September 2024, which received critical support from rollovers by China, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE?
Answer:
$7 Billion
In September 2024, the IMF approved a $7 billion (SDR 5,320 million) EFF for Pakistan. This program was made possible after Saudi Arabia and the UAE agreed to roll over bilateral debt, demonstrating the continued financial solidarity of the Gulf states with Pakistan.
103
Which Saudi King was a major supporter of Pakistan during the 1970s and is the namesake of a major city and mosque in Pakistan?
Answer:
King Faisal
King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was a close friend of Pakistan and supported the country during the 1971 war and the subsequent economic recovery. The city of Lyallpur was renamed Faisalabad in his honor, and the iconic Faisal Mosque in Islamabad was also named after him.
104
Pakistan launched which communication satellite in 2025 to boost its digital infrastructure and connectivity with regional partners?
Answer:
PakSat-MM1
Pakistan launched the PakSat-MM1 communication satellite in 2025. This advanced multi-mission satellite is designed to provide high-speed internet and digital services, facilitating technological cooperation with neighboring Islamic countries.
105
The 'Special Investment Facilitation Council' (SIFC), established in 2023, primarily targets multi-billion dollar investments from which region?
Answer:
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
The SIFC was formed to provide a 'single-window' for foreign investors, with a specific focus on attracting sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar. This initiative is a pillar of Pakistan's shift toward geo-economics in the Muslim world.
106
Which major energy project aims to link the gas reserves of Turkmenistan with Pakistan and India via Afghanistan?
Answer:
TAPI
The TAPI (Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India) pipeline is a multi-billion dollar project intended to enhance regional energy security. Despite political shifts in Afghanistan, Pakistan and other member states have continued technical engagements through 2024-2025 to materialize this link.
107
In 2025, which Pakistani city was declared South Asia's cleanest city, a development often showcased in regional Islamic urban forums?
Answer:
Islamabad
Islamabad was ranked as the cleanest city in South Asia in 2025. This achievement has been used by Pakistan to promote its environmental initiatives and municipal management standards among brotherly Islamic nations.
108
Which former Pakistani Army Chief was appointed as the first Military Commander of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) in Saudi Arabia?
Answer:
General Raheel Sharif
General (R) Raheel Sharif was appointed to lead the 41-nation IMCTC, headquartered in Riyadh, in 2017. His appointment reflected the high level of trust and the strong defense partnership between Pakistan and the Saudi-led coalition in the Muslim world.
109
The 'Organization of Islamic Cooperation' (OIC) was founded in 1969 following an arson attack on which holy site?
Answer:
Al-Aqsa Mosque
The OIC was established in Rabat, Morocco, in 1969 as a direct response to an arson attack on the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. Pakistan played a foundational role in its creation and has since remained one of its most active and influential members.
110
Which country was the first to officially recognize Pakistan's independence in 1947?
Answer:
Iran
Iran holds the distinction of being the first country to recognize Pakistan as an independent state in August 1947. This initiated a long history of diplomatic, cultural, and strategic cooperation between the two neighbors, despite periodic shifts in regional dynamics.