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
What is the capacity of the 'Karot Hydropower Project', the first hydel project funded by CPEC?
Answer:
720 MW
The Karot Hydropower Project is a 720 MW project on the Jhelum River. It is a key component of the CPEC energy portfolio and represents a shift toward diversifying the corridor's projects from thermal to renewable hydel power.
22
Which province of Pakistan has the most favorable geography for small-scale 'Micro-hydel' plants in rural areas?
Answer:
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with its numerous fast-flowing streams and mountainous terrain, is ideal for micro-hydel power. These plants provide cheap, localized electricity to remote villages that are not connected to the national grid.
23
Which organization is primarily responsible for the exploration and production of oil and gas in Pakistan's public sector?
Answer:
OGDCL
The Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) is the leading exploration and production company in Pakistan. It holds the largest share of oil and gas reserves in the country and is a major contributor to the national treasury through taxes and dividends.
24
What is the current status of the 'Iran-Pakistan (IP) Gas Pipeline' project?
Answer:
Delayed due to international sanctions and financial issues
The IP Gas Pipeline has faced numerous delays, primarily due to the threat of US sanctions on any country dealing with Iran's energy sector. While Iran has completed its portion of the pipeline, Pakistan's progress has been stalled by geopolitical and financial constraints.
25
Which international financial institution has been a major supporter of the 'Tarbela 5th Extension' project?
Answer:
Both B and C
The Tarbela 5th Extension project is being funded through a collaborative effort involving both the World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), alongside the Asian Development Bank in various phases, reflecting global support for green energy.
26
The 'Guddu' Power Plant, one of the largest thermal facilities in the country, is located in which province?
Answer:
Sindh
The Guddu Thermal Power Station is located in Kashmore district, Sindh. It is a massive facility that has been modernized with combined-cycle gas turbines to provide thousands of megawatts of electricity using domestic gas and RLNG.
27
Which type of coal is primarily found in the Thar desert of Sindh?
Answer:
Lignite
Thar coal is classified as 'Lignite', often called brown coal. It has a high moisture content and lower heating value compared to higher grades of coal, but it is excellent for power generation when used in specialized mine-mouth power plants.
28
What does 'Net Metering' allow Pakistani electricity consumers to do?
Answer:
Sell surplus solar energy generated at home back to the national grid
Net metering is a billing mechanism that credits solar energy system owners for the electricity they add to the grid. If a household generates more solar power than it uses, that surplus is exported to the local DISCO, and the consumer's bill is adjusted accordingly.
29
Which city is home to Pakistan's first-ever refinery and has significant oil and gas processing facilities?
Answer:
Attock (Morgah)
The Attock Refinery Limited (ARL), located at Morgah in Rawalpindi/Attock, was the first refinery in the region. It processes crude oil from the fields in the Potohar region, making it a historic pillar of Pakistan's oil sector.
30
What is the approximate share of coal-based power in Pakistan's total generation as of 2024-25?
Answer:
18-20%
The share of coal has increased significantly over the last decade, now making up about 18-20% of the total generation. This shift was intended to move away from expensive imported oil toward more stable (though still environmentally controversial) base-load power.