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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Which project on the Chenab River, involving a 850 MW plant, has been referred to 'Neutral Experts' in 2023-2024?
Answer:
Ratle Hydroelectric Plant
Pakistan has objected to the design of the Ratle project, particularly its pondage and spillway features. In 2023, the World Bank allowed the simultaneous activation of both 'Neutral Experts' and the 'Court of Arbitration' to resolve the Ratle and Kishanganga disputes.
12
The 'Balakot Airstrike' (2019) was significant as it was the first time India used its air force to strike inside mainland Pakistan since which year?
Answer:
1971
On February 26, 2019, Indian jets struck what they called a militant camp in Balakot, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This was a significant escalation, as even during the 1999 Kargil war, the Indian Air Force was ordered not to cross the LoC.
13
The 'Liaquat-Nehru Pact' of 1950 primarily addressed which humanitarian issue?
Answer:
The rights and security of minorities in both countries
Following communal riots post-Partition, the pact was signed to prevent another mass migration by guaranteeing the rights of minorities in India and Pakistan and allowing them to move safely or stay with security. It provided a brief period of communal stability.
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Which international body's 'Human Rights' reports on Kashmir in 2018 and 2019 were used by Pakistan to support its foreign policy stance?
Answer:
OHCHR (Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights)
The OHCHR released two detailed reports highlighting human rights concerns on both sides of the LoC. Pakistan welcomed these as an 'internationalization' of the issue and used them to demand a UN-led commission of inquiry.
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In late 2025, what remains the primary prerequisite set by Pakistan for resuming 'Full Bilateral Dialogue' with India?
Answer:
The reversal of India's August 2019 decision on Kashmir
Pakistan's official stance remains that no meaningful dialogue or normalization of ties (including trade) can occur until India revisits its 2019 decision to revoke the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which Islamabad views as an illegal annexation.
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What is the name of the bridge at the Kartarpur Corridor that connects the two nations over the Ravi River?
Answer:
Kartarpur Zero Point Bridge
The bridge over the Ravi River was built to facilitate the movement of pilgrims from the Indian side to the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib. Its completion in late 2019 was a milestone for the project, ensuring all-weather access to the shrine.
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The 1965 War was triggered by a Pakistani operation to infiltrate Jammu & Kashmir, codenamed:
Answer:
Operation Gibraltar
Launched in August 1965, Operation Gibraltar aimed to spark a popular uprising in Kashmir. India responded by attacking the international border in Punjab on September 6, leading to a 17-day full-scale war that ended with a UN ceasefire.
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Which Indian PM famously said, 'You can change your friends, but you cannot change your neighbors,' regarding ties with Pakistan?
Answer:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
PM Vajpayee used this phrase to justify his consistent efforts to find a peaceful resolution with Pakistan, including the 1999 Lahore journey and the 2001 Agra Summit, highlighting the geographical inevitability of cooperation.
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In the context of 2025, the 'Working Boundary' in Pakistani terminology refers to the border between:
Answer:
Pakistani Punjab and Indian-Administered Jammu & Kashmir
Pakistan uses the term 'Working Boundary' for the border between its province of Punjab and the territory of Indian-Administered Kashmir, as it considers the latter to be disputed territory rather than a settled international border.
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The 'Aman ki Asha' initiative (2010) was a notable non-governmental campaign for peace led by which two groups?
Answer:
The Jang Group (Pakistan) and Times of India (India)
Aman ki Asha was a joint cultural and media initiative aimed at promoting people-to-people contact and trade. It represented the 'Track II' diplomacy efforts that sought to create a public appetite for peace despite official diplomatic hurdles.