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
11
Which administrative unit of Pakistan is the most sparsely populated?
Answer:
Balochistan
Balochistan is the most sparsely populated province. Due to its vast desert areas, mountainous terrain, and lack of water resources, the population density is significantly lower than in other parts of Pakistan.
12
Which province is the main producer of natural gas in Pakistan?
Answer:
Sindh
Currently, Sindh is the largest producer of natural gas in Pakistan. While the first major gas discovery was in Sui (Balochistan) in 1952, fields in Sindh now provide the majority of the country's gas supply.
13
In the administrative hierarchy of Pakistan, what comes immediately below a 'Division'?
Answer:
District (Zila)
The administrative structure of Pakistan flows from the Province to the Division, then to the District (Zila), followed by the Tehsil, and finally the Union Council at the grass-roots level.
14
The administrative head of a Province in Pakistan is the?
Answer:
Chief Minister
While the Governor is the constitutional head representing the federation, the Chief Minister is the elected administrative head (Chief Executive) of the provincial government who leads the cabinet.
15
Which district is the only one in Pakistan that borders three different provinces?
Answer:
Kashmore
Kashmore District in Sindh is uniquely situated where it shares boundaries with the provinces of Punjab and Balochistan, making it a critical junction for inter-provincial trade and travel.
16
The city of Sialkot, famous for its sports goods, is in which province?
Answer:
Punjab
Sialkot is located in north-eastern Punjab. It is an international hub for the manufacture of sporting goods and surgical instruments, contributing significantly to Pakistan's exports.
17
Which province is known as the 'Land of Five Rivers'?
Answer:
Punjab
The name 'Punjab' is derived from the Persian words 'Panj' (five) and 'Ab' (water), meaning 'Land of Five Rivers.' The five rivers are the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej, which irrigate the province's fertile plains.
18
Which pass connects Peshawar with Afghanistan?
Answer:
Khyber Pass
The Khyber Pass is a legendary mountain pass that connects the city of Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with Kabul, Afghanistan. It has been a critical trade and invasion route for centuries.
19
In which province is the K2 mountain peak located?
Answer:
Gilgit-Baltistan
K2, the second-highest mountain in the world, is located in the Karakoram range within the Gilgit-Baltistan region. It is known as the 'Savage Mountain' due to the extreme difficulty of its ascent.
20
The Cholistan Desert is located in which province?
Answer:
Punjab
The Cholistan Desert, locally known as Rohi, is located in the Bahawalpur division of Punjab. It is famous for its nomadic culture and the historic Derawar Fort.