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 political party uses the 'Arrow' as its election symbol?
Answer:
PPP
The 'Arrow' is the long-standing election symbol of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).
22
The 'PML-F' (Functional) is led by which spiritual leader?
Answer:
Pir Pagara
The PML-F is led by the Pir of Pagaro (currently Sibghatullah Shah Rashdi III). The party has a loyal following among the 'Hurs' in Sindh.
23
Which Baloch nationalist party is led by Dr. Abdul Hayee Baloch and later Akhtar Mengal?
Answer:
BNP-Mengal
The Balochistan National Party (Mengal) is led by Sardar Akhtar Mengal. It is a major nationalist party in Balochistan that advocates for provincial resources and the recovery of missing persons.
24
The 'Sunni Ittehad Council' (SIC) became politically significant after the 2024 elections because:
Answer:
PTI-backed independent candidates joined it to claim reserved seats
Following the 2024 elections, the PTI-backed independent winners joined the Sunni Ittehad Council as a strategic move to preserve their group identity and apply for the allocation of reserved seats for women and minorities.
25
Which party was founded by Altaf Hussain but later split into several factions, with the 'Pakistan' faction being the most active?
Answer:
MQM
The MQM split in 2016 following a controversial speech by Altaf Hussain. The Karachi-based leadership formed MQM-Pakistan (MQM-P), distancing itself from the London-based founder.
26
Who is the current Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami (elected in 2024)?
Answer:
Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman
Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman was elected as the Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami in April 2024, succeeding Siraj-ul-Haq following the party's performance in the general elections.
27
The 'Grand Democratic Alliance' (GDA) is a coalition of parties primarily active in which province?
Answer:
Sindh
The GDA is a coalition of several anti-PPP parties in Sindh, led by Pir Pagara's PML-F. It seeks to challenge the PPP's dominance in the province.
28
Which political party uses the 'Kite' as its election symbol?
Answer:
MQM-P
The 'Kite' is the traditional election symbol of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), particularly popular in Karachi.
29
The 'Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party' (PkMAP) is led by which politician?
Answer:
Mahmood Khan Achakzai
Mahmood Khan Achakzai leads the PkMAP, a party primarily active in the Pashtun-populated areas of Balochistan. It advocates for Pashtun rights and democratic supremacy.
30
In the 2024 elections, which party formed a coalition government at the center with the support of PPP and MQM-P?
Answer:
PML-N
After the 2024 elections resulted in a split mandate, the PML-N formed a coalition government with the PPP and other allies, with Shahbaz Sharif being elected as Prime Minister.