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 President of Pakistan was the first to be elected from the province of Sindh?
Answer:
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, hailing from Larkana, Sindh, was the first President from the province of Sindh. Later, Asif Ali Zardari and Mamnoon Hussain (who was born in India but settled in Karachi) also represented the province.
22
In the absence of the President, who has the constitutional authority to sign bills into law?
Answer:
The Acting President (Chairman Senate)
When the Chairman of the Senate (or Speaker of the National Assembly) acts as President, they exercise all the powers of the office, including granting assent to bills passed by the Parliament as per Article 75.
23
What is the maximum number of terms a person can serve as the President of Pakistan according to the Constitution?
Answer:
Two terms
Article 44(2) of the Constitution specifies that a person holding office as President shall be eligible for re-election to that office, but no person shall hold that office for more than two consecutive terms.
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Which President of Pakistan was an active dentist and a prominent member of the PTI before taking office?
Answer:
Arif Alvi
Dr. Arif Alvi, who served as the 13th President (2018–2024), is a dentist by profession. He was one of the founding members of the PTI and served as its Secretary General before his elevation to the presidency.
25
Who was the only President of Pakistan to resign voluntarily after a public uprising known as the '1968–69 Decade of Development' protests?
Answer:
Ayub Khan
Ayub Khan resigned in March 1969 following massive nationwide protests against his rule. Instead of handing over power to the Speaker as per his own constitution, he handed over power to the Army Chief, General Yahya Khan.
26
The President of Pakistan is the Supreme Commander of:
Answer:
The Armed Forces
Article 243 of the Constitution states that the 'Supreme Command of the Armed Forces shall vest in the President.' However, he exercises this power on the advice of the Prime Minister, who holds the actual operational authority.
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Which President of Pakistan was the first to face a formal impeachment motion in the National Assembly, leading to his resignation?
Answer:
Pervez Musharraf
In August 2008, the ruling coalition (PPP and PML-N) moved to impeach Pervez Musharraf. To avoid a formal trial and potential removal by Parliament, Musharraf announced his resignation in a televised address on August 18, 2008.
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Which President of Pakistan served the longest total time in office (including tenure as Chief Martial Law Administrator)?
Answer:
Zia-ul-Haq
General Zia-ul-Haq ruled Pakistan for approximately 11 years and 1 month (1977–1988). While Ayub Khan also ruled for nearly 11 years (1958–1969), Zia's tenure is slightly longer when including the initial years of martial law before he formally took the presidency.
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What happens if the office of the President becomes vacant due to death, resignation, or removal?
Answer:
The Chairman of the Senate acts as President
Under Article 49, if the office of President becomes vacant, the Chairman of the Senate acts as President. If the Chairman is also unable to perform the duties, the Speaker of the National Assembly becomes the acting President until a new President is elected.
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According to the Constitution, how is the President of Pakistan elected?
Answer:
By an Electoral College consisting of Parliament and Provincial Assemblies
The President is elected indirectly by an Electoral College. This college consists of the members of the Senate, the National Assembly, and the four Provincial Assemblies. The votes from provincial assemblies are weighted to ensure equality between provinces.