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
21
Which tree is officially recognized as the National Tree of Pakistan?
Answer:
Deodar
The Deodar (Cedrus deodara) is the National Tree of Pakistan. It is a large evergreen coniferous tree that thrives in the high altitudes of the Himalayas and Hindu Kush ranges.
22
In which province of Pakistan are the majority of Mangrove forests located?
Answer:
Sindh
The majority of Pakistan's mangrove forests are situated in the Indus River Delta in Sindh. These coastal forests protect the shoreline from erosion and serve as vital breeding grounds for fish and shrimp.
23
The Changa Manga forest in Pakistan is famous for being what type of forest?
Answer:
Man-made Irrigated Forest
Changa Manga, located near Lahore, is one of the largest and oldest man-made irrigated forests in the world. It was originally planted by the British in 1866 to provide fuel for steam engines.
24
What is the recommended percentage of total land area that should be covered by forests for a country's ecological balance?
Answer:
25%
Environmental experts and international standards suggest that at least 25% of a country's total land area should be covered by forests to maintain a healthy ecosystem and mitigate climate change effects.
25
Which type of forest is primarily found in the northern mountainous regions of Pakistan, such as Murree and Swat?
Answer:
Coniferous Forests
Coniferous forests are evergreen forests found in the high-altitude northern areas of Pakistan. These forests consist of trees like Pine, Deodar, and Fir, which are adapted to cold climates and snowy winters.
26
Toli Pir is a hilltop area situated in which district of Azad Kashmir?
Answer:
Poonch District
Toli Pir is a hilltop area and a popular tourist spot situated in Tehsil Rawalakot within the Poonch District of Azad Kashmir.
27
Sheikh Buddin National Park is located in which district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Answer:
Dera Ismail Khan
Sheikh Buddin National Park (also spelled Sheikh Badin) is located in the Dera Ismail Khan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The park was established in 2003 and covers 15,540 hectares.
28
In which year was the Saiful Muluk National Park created?
Answer:
2003
Saiful Muluk National Park, located in the Naran Valley of Mansehra District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was created in 2003 to protect the area around the famous Lake Saiful Muluk.
29
Machiara National Park is located in which administrative division of Azad Kashmir?
Answer:
Muzaffarabad
Machiara National Park is located in Muzaffarabad, Azad Kashmir. It was officially notified as a National Park in 1996.
30
Lal Sohanra National Park is located in which district of Punjab?
Answer:
Bahawalpur
Lal Sohanra is a national park situated in the Bahawalpur district of Punjab. It is notable for being one of the largest national parks in South Asia and is a UNESCO-declared biosphere reserve.