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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What was the name of the diplomatic conference co-hosted by Pakistan and the UN in Geneva in January 2023?
Answer:
International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan
In January 2023, Pakistan and the United Nations co-hosted the International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan in Geneva. The conference was highly successful for the PDM government, as international donors pledged over $9 billion to help the country recover from the devastating 2022 floods.
12
Which major law regarding the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) was amended by the PDM government in 2022?
Answer:
National Accountability (Amendment) Act 2022
The PDM government introduced significant amendments to the NAB Ordinance in June 2022, which included reducing the term of the NAB Chairman and excluding several types of financial decisions from the bureau's jurisdiction. These amendments were later challenged in the Supreme Court by Imran Khan.
13
The PDM government passed the 'Contempt of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) Bill 2023' to achieve what purpose?
Answer:
To empower the Parliament to punish individuals for contempt
In May 2023, the National Assembly passed the Contempt of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) Bill, which gave the Parliament the authority to punish any person or institution for contempt of the house or its committees. This was seen as a move to assert parliamentary supremacy over other institutions.
14
Which constitutional office-bearer remained in his position despite the change in government from PTI to PDM in 2022?
Answer:
Arif Alvi
Dr. Arif Alvi, who was elected in 2018 as a nominee of the PTI, continued to serve as the President of Pakistan throughout the PDM government's tenure. He completed his five-year term in September 2023 but continued to hold office under the constitutional provision until the election of his successor in 2024.
15
Who replaced Miftah Ismail as the Federal Finance Minister in September 2022?
Answer:
Ishaq Dar
Ishaq Dar returned from self-imposed exile and took oath as the Federal Finance Minister on September 28, 2022, replacing Miftah Ismail. His appointment was a key internal shift within the PML-N, as the party sought to implement a different strategy for exchange rate management and negotiations with the IMF.
16
Which Pakistani province was most severely affected by the catastrophic floods of 2022 during the PDM tenure?
Answer:
Sindh
While the 2022 monsoon floods affected the entire country, the province of Sindh suffered the most extensive damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and housing. The disaster resulted in over 1,700 deaths nationwide and caused an estimated $30 billion in economic losses, prompting the PDM government to launch the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction Framework (4RF).
17
When were the General Elections eventually held following the conclusion of the first PDM government?
Answer:
February 8, 2024
General elections in Pakistan were held on February 8, 2024, after several delays related to the new census and the delimitation of constituencies. The elections resulted in another coalition setup, leading to Shehbaz Sharif's second term as Prime Minister, supported by the PDM allies.
18
Who was selected as the Caretaker Prime Minister to oversee the 2024 General Elections after the PDM government's dissolution?
Answer:
Anwaarul Haq Kakar
Anwaarul Haq Kakar, a senator from Balochistan, was appointed as the Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan on August 14, 2023. He was selected after consensus between the outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Leader of the Opposition Raja Riaz to lead the country through the interim period until the next elected government took charge.
19
On which date did President Arif Alvi dissolve the 15th National Assembly on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif?
Answer:
August 9, 2023
President Arif Alvi dissolved the 15th National Assembly on August 9, 2023, just three days before the completion of its five-year constitutional term. This strategic early dissolution was intended to allow the Election Commission 90 days (rather than 60) to conduct general elections, paving the way for a caretaker setup.
20
In June 2023, Pakistan secured a 9-month Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF worth how much?
Answer:
$3 Billion
After months of negotiations and the expiration of the previous Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the PDM government signed a $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF in late June 2023. This short-term bridge loan was critical in preventing a sovereign default and stabilizing the country's foreign exchange reserves before the upcoming elections.