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 'M-4 Motorway' connects which two major industrial and agricultural hubs in Punjab?
Answer:
Faisalabad and Multan
The construction of various sections of the M-4 motorway (Faisalabad-Gojra-Shorkot-Multan) was a priority during this tenure. It provided a modern link for the textile hub of Faisalabad with the agricultural centers of South Punjab.
12
What was the 'Model Town Incident' of June 2014 which remained a political challenge for the PML-N?
Answer:
A violent clash between police and PAT workers in Lahore
In June 2014, a police operation to remove barriers outside the residence of Dr. Tahir-ul-Qadri led to a violent confrontation, resulting in the deaths of 14 PAT workers. The incident became a major tool for the opposition to challenge the legitimacy of the Sharif government.
13
Which sector's growth reached a 13-year high of 5.8% in the final year of the Nawaz Sharif government (FY 2017-18)?
Answer:
Overall GDP
Pakistan's GDP growth rate reached 5.79% in the fiscal year 2017-18, the highest in over a decade. This was attributed to the massive infrastructure spending, improved security, and the easing of the energy crisis through CPEC projects.
14
The 'Kishanganga Hydroelectric Plant' dispute with India was taken to which forum by the Nawaz Sharif government in 2016?
Answer:
World Bank / Permanent Court of Arbitration
Pakistan raised technical objections to India's Kishanganga and Ratle projects on the Jhelum and Chenab rivers. Under the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan requested the World Bank to appoint a Court of Arbitration to resolve the design disputes.
15
Which Pakistani province boycotted the 2017 census initially, leading to political friction?
Answer:
Sindh
The 6th Population and Housing Census was conducted in 2017 after a 19-year gap. The Sindh government and various political parties in Karachi expressed severe reservations over the results, claiming their population was undercounted to reduce their share in the NFC award and assembly seats.
16
In 2016, the Nawaz Sharif government announced the 'Voluntary Tax Compliance Scheme' to encourage which group to pay taxes?
Answer:
Traders and Shopkeepers
To broaden the tax base, the government introduced a scheme for traders to regularize their undeclared assets and join the tax net by paying a nominal fee. However, the scheme faced limited success due to a trust deficit.
17
The 'Hazara Motorway' (E-35) connects Burhan on the M-1 with which city?
Answer:
Abbottabad/Thakot
The Hazara Motorway was a major achievement of the Nawaz Sharif government to improve connectivity to the northern areas. The section from Burhan to Abbottabad was opened in phases starting in 2017, significantly reducing travel time for tourists and traders.
18
Which controversy in 2017 related to the 'Khatm-e-Nabuwwat' clause in the Elections Act led to a massive protest at Faizabad?
Answer:
Elections Act 2017 Amendment
A clerical error or intentional change in the oath of lawmakers regarding the finality of Prophethood led to a fierce backlash from religious groups. The TLP launched a weeks-long sit-in at the Faizabad interchange, which resulted in the resignation of Law Minister Zahid Hamid.
19
The 'Prime Minister's Laptop Scheme' was aimed at which segment of the population?
Answer:
University students
As part of the Prime Minister's Youth Program, thousands of high-spec laptops were distributed to meritorious students in public sector universities across Pakistan to promote digital literacy and research.
20
Who was the President of Pakistan from 2013 to 2018?
Answer:
Mamnoon Hussain
Mamnoon Hussain, a senior PML-N leader from Karachi, was elected as the 12th President of Pakistan in 2013. He served his full five-year term, maintaining a dignified and non-controversial presence during a period of intense political friction.