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
Who became the first Governor of West Bengal in independent India?
Answer:
C. Rajagopalachari
C. Rajagopalachari served as the first Governor of West Bengal from Aug 15, 1947, before becoming Governor-General.
12
Which portfolio did Sardar Patel hold in the first Cabinet of independent India?
Answer:
Home, Information & Broadcasting, States
He was the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Home, Information & Broadcasting, and States.
13
The Indian Independence Act allowed the Governor-General to remain in office until:
Answer:
The new Constitution was framed
He held office during the King's pleasure, effectively until the transition to a Republic or appointment of a successor, pending the new constitution.
14
Who was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army (taking over in 1949)?
Answer:
K.M. Cariappa
General K.M. Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief in January 1949.
15
Under Section 2 of the Act, which territory was excluded from the new Province of East Bengal?
Answer:
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands
The Act implicitly kept Andaman and Nicobar Islands with India (West Bengal context/Union), despite Pakistan's claims; they were not part of the split province definitions.
16
The Radcliffe Line was published on:
Answer:
August 17, 1947
The award was ready by August 12 but was officially published on August 17, 1947, to avoid marring the independence ceremonies.
17
Who was the last Secretary of State for India?
Answer:
The Earl of Listowel
The Earl of Listowel (William Hare) was the last person to hold the office of Secretary of State for India.
18
The decision to partition the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) was taken based on:
Answer:
Referendum (Plebiscite)
A referendum was held in the NWFP to decide whether to join India or Pakistan.
19
The 'Independence Medal' was instituted by:
Answer:
King George VI
King George VI instituted the Indian Independence Medal to commemorate the event for the armed forces.
20
Which district of Assam was separated and given to East Pakistan?
Answer:
Sylhet
Sylhet (except Karimganj sub-division) was transferred to East Pakistan following a referendum.