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 Headquarter of Organization of Islamic Conference is located in
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Jeddah
The General Secretariat of the OIC is permanently located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as per the decision made during the 1970 Foreign Ministers' Conference.
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The main objective behind the establishment of OIC is:
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To promote Islamic solidarity, safeguard holy places
The primary mission of the OIC is to strengthen fraternal bonds among member states, protect the dignity and holy sites of Islam, and support the struggle of all Muslim peoples.
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Total members of OIC are:
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57
The OIC currently has 57 member states spread across four continents, representing the collective voice of the Muslim world in international forums like the United Nations.
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Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) was established in:
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September 1969
The OIC was founded in September 1969 following a summit in Rabat, Morocco, which was convened in response to an arson attack on the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem.
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Both Iran and Pakistan remained the members of CENTO till:
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1979
Following the Islamic Revolution in Iran in 1979, the new government withdrew from the Central Treaty Organization (CENTO). Pakistan followed suit shortly after, leading to the organization's dissolution.
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Pakistan and Iran sought the Membership of Baghdad Pact in:
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1955
Both Pakistan and Iran joined the Baghdad Pact in 1955, a pro-Western defense alliance that also included the UK, Turkey, and Iraq to contain the spread of Soviet influence.
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Name the ruler of Afghanistan who adopted a friendlier attitude towards Pakistan:
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Shah Zahir Shah
King Mohammed Zahir Shah generally maintained a more balanced and pragmatic relationship with Pakistan compared to the nationalist and often confrontational policies of Sardar Daud.
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Pakistan due to the Unfriendly attitude of the Afghan Government was compelled to sever its diplomatic relations on:
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6th September 1961
On September 6, 1961, Pakistan officially terminated diplomatic relations with Afghanistan and closed its borders in response to Afghan interference and military incursions in the Bajaur region.
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The Afghan Government is celebrated 31st August as:
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Pakhtoonisten Day
The Afghan government historically observed August 31 as 'Pakhtoonistan Day' to express solidarity with the Pashtun nationalist movement in Pakistan, a practice that frequently strained bilateral ties.
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The present Chairman of ECO is:
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Ali Khamenei
At the time of this publication, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei or a representative of the Iranian leadership held the chairmanship as Iran was the host country for the 10th ECO Summit.