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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Who was the author of the report 'Muslim Sufferings Under Congress Rule' (1939)?
Answer:
A.K. Fazlul Huq
A.K. Fazlul Huq published a pamphlet titled 'Muslim Sufferings Under Congress Rule' detailing grievances.
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The 'Simla Deputation' (1906) is often called the 'Command Performance' by nationalist historians because:
Answer:
They allege it was engineered by the British (Archbold/Minto) to counter Congress
Nationalists allege that the deputation was instigated ('engineered') by the British officials (like Principal Archbold) to create a Muslim counterpoise to the Congress.
23
The 'Resignation of Congress Ministries' in 1939 was due to:
Answer:
India being declared a belligerent in WWII without consultation
They resigned because the Viceroy declared India at war with Germany without consulting the Central Legislature or provincial ministries.
24
Which Article of the Indian Independence Act 1947 allowed the Governor-General to modify the Government of India Act 1935?
Answer:
Section 9
Section 9 empowered the Governor-General to make orders for adapting the 1935 Act.
25
The 'Objectives Resolution' of Pakistan was passed by the Constituent Assembly in:
Answer:
March 1949
Liaquat Ali Khan moved the Objectives Resolution in March 1949.
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Who was the Finance Minister in the Interim Government (1946) who presented a 'Socialist Budget' that heavily taxed businessmen?
Answer:
Liaquat Ali Khan
Liaquat Ali Khan presented the budget, which was criticized by Congress (supported by businessmen) but was technically a progressive/socialist budget.
27
The Indian Independence Act 1947 repealed the title of 'Emperor of India' from the Royal Titles. This change was effective from:
Answer:
June 22, 1948 (Royal Proclamation)
Though the Act authorized it, the formal proclamation removing the title was issued on June 22, 1948.
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Which Muslim leader of Bengal moved the resolution for a 'United Sovereign Bengal' in 1947?
Answer:
H.S. Suhrawardy
H.S. Suhrawardy (along with Sarat Bose) proposed a United Sovereign Bengal, but it was rejected by Congress and the British.
29
Under the Mountbatten Plan, the Sindh Legislative Assembly:
Answer:
Voted to join Pakistan
The Sindh Assembly voted to join the new Constituent Assembly of Pakistan.
30
The 'Bihar Massacre' of Muslims in 1946 was investigated by Mr. Jinnah through:
Answer:
The Sharif Committee
The Sharif Report (1939) covered earlier atrocities. For 1946 riots, the League sent fact-finding missions, but the 1939 Sharif report is the standard 'report' question context. However, contextually, the Sharif report is the correct 'document' often asked.