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 President of Pakistan during the majority of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government led by Imran Khan?
Answer:
Arif Alvi
Dr. Arif Alvi, a founding member of PTI and a dentist by profession, was elected as the 13th President of Pakistan in 2018. He remained in office through the tenure of Imran Khan and continued until the election of his successor in 2024.
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Which President of Pakistan was known for his background as a textile businessman from Karachi and remained relatively low-profile during his term (2013–2018)?
Answer:
Mamnoon Hussain
Mamnoon Hussain, a veteran PML-N leader and businessman, served as the 12th President of Pakistan. His tenure was marked by a strict adherence to the ceremonial role of the President as defined by the post-18th Amendment Constitution.
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The 18th Constitutional Amendment (2010) had what major impact on the Presidency?
Answer:
It converted the system back to a ceremonial presidency
The 18th Amendment was a landmark piece of legislation that repealed the 17th Amendment. It removed the President's power to dissolve the National Assembly and made the President's actions largely dependent on the advice of the Prime Minister, restoring a truly parliamentary system.
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Who served as the first President of Pakistan to complete a full five-year term and oversee a democratic transition of power to a successor?
Answer:
Asif Ali Zardari
Asif Ali Zardari (2008–2013) was the first President in Pakistan's history to complete his full constitutional term without being dismissed, resigned under pressure, or assassinated. He also oversaw the transition of power to Mamnoon Hussain after the 2013 elections.
35
Which constitutional amendment, passed during Pervez Musharraf's tenure, restored the President's power to dissolve the National Assembly?
Answer:
17th Amendment
The 17th Amendment (2003) acted as a 'Legal Framework Order' incorporated into the Constitution. It restored the President's power to dissolve the assembly (58-2b) and validated the actions taken by Musharraf since the 1999 coup.
36
General Pervez Musharraf held a controversial referendum to extend his presidency for five years in which year?
Answer:
2002
In April 2002, Pervez Musharraf held a national referendum to legitimize his rule and extend his term as President for another five years. While the government claimed a 98% 'Yes' vote, the referendum was widely criticized by political parties and international observers for irregularities.
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Who was the President of Pakistan when General Pervez Musharraf led a military coup in October 1999?
Answer:
Rafiq Tarar
Rafiq Tarar was the President when the 1999 coup occurred. Unlike previous coups where the President was immediately removed, Tarar remained in office until June 2001, when General Musharraf formally assumed the presidency.
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The 13th Amendment to the Constitution, passed during Rafiq Tarar's presidency, primarily focused on:
Answer:
Stripping the President of the power to dissolve the National Assembly
The 13th Amendment was passed in 1997 under Nawaz Sharif's government. It repealed Article 58-2(b), effectively taking away the President's discretionary power to dissolve the National Assembly and dismiss the Prime Minister, briefly restoring the ceremonial nature of the office.
39
Which President of Pakistan dismissed the government of his own political party leader, Benazir Bhutto, in 1996?
Answer:
Farooq Leghari
Sardar Farooq Ahmad Khan Leghari, who was a founding member of the PPP and a close ally of Benazir Bhutto, used the powers under Article 58-2(b) to dismiss her second government in November 1996 on charges of corruption and extrajudicial killings.
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Who assumed the presidency immediately after the death of General Zia-ul-Haq in 1988?
Answer:
Ghulam Ishaq Khan
As the Chairman of the Senate at the time, Ghulam Ishaq Khan assumed the acting presidency following the death of Zia-ul-Haq. He was later formally elected as President and became known for using Article 58-2(b) to dismiss the governments of both Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif.