Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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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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.
22
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.
23
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.
24
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.
25
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.
26
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.
27
Who represented the Sikhs in the Interim Government and later the First Cabinet?
Answer:
Baldev Singh
Baldev Singh was the Defence Minister.
28
The 'Partition Council' was set up to replace which body?
Answer:
Separation Council
The Partition Council replaced the Separation Council to oversee the division of assets and liabilities at a higher political level.
29
Which Act was described by Lord Samuel as 'The Treaty of Peace without War'?
Answer:
Indian Independence Act 1947
Lord Samuel described the Indian Independence Act as 'a treaty of peace without war' in the House of Lords.
30
Who was the first woman to hold a Union Cabinet post in free India?
Answer:
Rajkumari Amrit Kaur
Rajkumari Amrit Kaur became the first Health Minister of independent India.