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
31
Which Pakistani Prime Minister visited China in June 2024 to initiate CPEC Phase II?
Answer:
Shahbaz Sharif
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif visited Beijing and Shenzhen in June 2024. The visit focused on transitioning CPEC from government-led infrastructure to business-to-business (B2B) cooperation, agriculture modernization, and green energy projects.
32
Which Chinese leader first proposed the 'One Belt One Road' initiative, of which CPEC is a key part?
Answer:
Xi Jinping
President Xi Jinping introduced the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road (together known as BRI) in 2013. CPEC was later designated as the 'flagship project' of this global development strategy.
33
In late 2024, Pakistan and China inaugurated which major facility at the Gwadar Port?
Answer:
New Gwadar International Airport (NGIA)
The New Gwadar International Airport was inaugurated in late 2024. Funded largely by a Chinese grant, it is one of the largest airports in Pakistan and is essential for making Gwadar a global commercial hub by allowing heavy cargo and long-haul international flights.
34
What is the duration of the 'Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Good-Neighborly Relations' signed between China and Pakistan in 2005?
Answer:
20 years
Signed in April 2005 during Premier Wen Jiabao's visit, the treaty formalized the strategic partnership. It has a duration of 20 years with automatic renewals, pledging that neither country will join any alliance that targets the other.
35
Which Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a priority project for Chinese industrial relocation?
Answer:
Rashakai SEZ
The Rashakai Special Economic Zone, located near the M-1 motorway in KP, is a flagship industrial project under CPEC. It is specifically designed to attract Chinese manufacturing firms looking to relocate their production lines to Pakistan due to lower labor costs and strategic access.
36
The Main Line-1 (ML-1) project under CPEC involves the modernization of which transport sector?
Answer:
Railways
The ML-1 project is the most significant railway project under CPEC, aimed at upgrading the track from Karachi to Peshawar. It is designed to increase train speeds and doubling the tracks, which will transform Pakistan's logistics and cargo handling capacity.
37
China provided a liquidity support (loan rollover) of how much to Pakistan in early 2024 to stabilize its economy?
Answer:
$2 Billion
In March 2024, China rolled over a $2 billion loan to Pakistan, providing critical support to its foreign exchange reserves. This financial assistance is part of China's broader effort to help Pakistan maintain macroeconomic stability during its ongoing IMF programs.
38
Which city was declare as South Asia's cleanest city in 2025, a point of pride discussed during Pak-China urban planning forums?
Answer:
Islamabad
Islamabad was ranked as the cleanest city in South Asia in 2025. This achievement has been highlighted in regional forums as a result of robust waste management and environmental policies, some of which involved technical exchange with Chinese urban experts.
39
Pakistan launched which communication satellite in 2025 with Chinese assistance?
Answer:
PakSat-MM1
Pakistan launched the PakSat-MM1 communication satellite in 2025. This advanced multi-mission satellite was developed in collaboration with China to enhance Pakistan's digital infrastructure, including high-speed internet and digital television services.
40
The second phase of CPEC, currently underway in 2024-2025, focuses primarily on which of the following?
Answer:
Industrialization, Agriculture, and IT
CPEC Phase II marks a shift from infrastructure and energy to socio-economic development. The current focus includes the development of Special Economic Zones (SEZs), agricultural modernization, and Business-to-Business (B2B) cooperation to boost Pakistan's industrial exports.