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
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The third phase of the Indus Water Treaty projects included the Taunsa-Panjnad Link, the Chashma-Jhelum Link, and which other major project?
Answer:
Chashma Barrage
The construction of the Chashma Barrage was a core part of the final phase of the Indus Basin Settlement Plan. It was designed to facilitate the diversion of Indus water into the Jhelum River to compensate for the loss of eastern river waters.
12
The total potential capacity of hydroelectricity production from the three western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab) in Pakistan is estimated at:
Answer:
30,000 MW
Technical assessments suggest that the theoretical potential for hydropower on Pakistan's three main rivers is around 30,000 MW to 40,000 MW. Only a fraction of this potential has been tapped so far through major projects like Tarbela and Mangla.
13
Which dam in Pakistan is widely known as the biggest earth-filled dam in the world?
Answer:
Tarbela
Tarbela Dam holds the world record for being the largest earth-and-rock-filled dam by volume. Its enormous embankment, constructed across the Indus River, contains over 150 million cubic yards of fill material.
14
After full completion and potential expansion, the Diamer-Bhasha dam is estimated to produce electricity of approximately:
Answer:
4500 MW
The Diamer-Bhasha Dam is designed with an installed capacity of 4,500 MW. Once completed, it will be one of the largest hydropower projects in the world, significantly reducing Pakistan's reliance on expensive fossil fuels.
15
The length of the Tarbela reservoir (lake) is approximately:
Answer:
40 KM
The Tarbela Dam reservoir, created by blocking the Indus River, extends nearly 40 kilometers (about 25 miles) upstream from the dam site. This massive body of water provides the storage necessary for both summer and winter irrigation requirements.
16
Upper Chenab Canal takes off from which headworks?
Answer:
Head Marala
The Upper Chenab Canal, which is a key part of the Triple Canal Project, originates from the Marala Headworks on the Chenab River. It carries water to the Ravi River and irrigates vast areas in the Sialkot, Gujranwala, and Sheikhupura districts.
17
The Chashma Nuclear power plant (CHASNUPP-1) was built with the help of:
Answer:
China
The first unit of the Chashma Nuclear Power Plant (CHASNUPP-1) was constructed by the China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC). It was commissioned in 2000 and has been a stable source of carbon-free electricity for Pakistan since then.
18
The electric producing capacity of the Ghazi-Barotha Dam project is:
Answer:
1450 MW
Ghazi-Barotha is a major run-of-the-river hydroelectric project on the Indus River. It has an installed capacity of 1,450 MW, produced by five generating units of 290 MW each. The project is unique as it uses a long power channel to create the necessary head without a massive storage dam.
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The Chashma Nuclear II (CHASNUPP-2) power plant was built with the assistance of:
Answer:
China
China has been the primary partner for Pakistan's civil nuclear energy program. The Chashma Nuclear Power Plant units (I, II, III, and IV) were all built with technical and financial help from China.
20
Hangol Dam is located in which province?
Answer:
Balochistan
Hangol Dam is a proposed project on the Hangol River in the Lasbela District of Balochistan. It is intended to provide water for irrigation and to protect the local environment and national park area.