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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The high grade iron ore has been found in:
Answer:
Chitral
Chitral is recognized for having some of the highest-grade iron ore in Pakistan. The Magnetite deposits found there are prized for their high iron concentration and relatively low impurities.
32
The Attock oil refinery is located in:
Answer:
Rawalpindi
The Attock Oil Refinery is actually located in Morgah, Rawalpindi. It is the oldest refinery in Pakistan, established to process the crude oil produced from the nearby fields of the Potwar Plateau.
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The estimated iron ore reserves in Dommel Nisar are:
Answer:
3 million tones
The iron ore reserves at Dommel Nisar in Chitral are estimated at 3 million tonnes. Although the quantity is smaller than at Kalabagh, the superior quality makes it highly valuable.
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The Magnetite deposits at Dommel Nisar in southern Chitral are found. The content of Iron found there is:
Answer:
55-65
Dommel Nisar in southern Chitral is known for its Magnetite iron ore deposits. This high-quality ore contains an iron content ranging from 55 to 65 percent, which is superior to the Kalabagh deposits.
35
72 percent of Pakistan's total iron reserves are found in:
Answer:
Kalabagh
Kalabagh holds approximately 72 percent of Pakistan's total estimated iron ore reserves. Its central location and massive volume make it the most strategically important iron deposit in the country.
36
The estimated iron deposits in Kalabagh are:
Answer:
309 million tones
It is estimated that the Kalabagh region contains approximately 309 million tonnes of iron ore. This represents a massive resource that could reduce the country's dependence on imported ore.
37
The grade of iron ore that is found in Kalabagh is:
Answer:
30-40% iron
The iron ore found in the Kalabagh region is generally of a lower grade, containing between 30-40% iron. However, its vast quantity makes it a viable resource if processed correctly.
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Kalabagh iron ore occurs near Kalabagh in the Surghar Range and near Sakesar in the:
Answer:
Salt Range
The iron ore at Kalabagh is found in the Surghar Range and near Sakesar in the Salt Range. This geological area is rich in various minerals, including coal and salt, in addition to iron.
39
The largest deposits of iron ore are found in:
Answer:
Kalabagh
The largest and most significant deposits of iron ore in Pakistan are found in Kalabagh. These deposits are of the sedimentary type and could support a large-scale domestic steel industry.
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The annual production of iron ore in the country is:
Answer:
2000 tones
The annual production of iron ore in Pakistan has historically been around 2000 tonnes. Despite having large reserves, domestic production is relatively low compared to global standards.