All Categories MCQs
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General Description
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
48291
The 'Apni Chat Apna Ghar' scheme is a flagship housing project of which province?
Answer:
Punjab
Launched by the Punjab government, 'Apni Chat Apna Ghar' provides interest-free loans and subsidies to help low-income citizens build or purchase homes.
48292
As part of the 2024-2025 reforms, the government terminated the contracts of several 'IPPs'. What does IPP stand for?
Answer:
Independent Power Producers
The government terminated contracts with five Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in late 2024 to reduce 'capacity payments' and lower the overall cost of electricity.
48293
Which new agency was notified in 2024 to replace the FIA's Cybercrime Wing for handling digital crimes?
Answer:
National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA)
The government established the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) to take over the mandate of investigating cybercrimes from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
48294
The 'Winter Package 2024' announced by the Federal Government offers relief on:
Answer:
Electricity tariff for incremental consumption
To encourage electricity usage in winter (when demand drops) and discourage gas usage, the government offered a reduced tariff rate for any electricity units consumed above the previous year's usage.
48295
Which provincial government launched the 'Kisan Card' initiative in 2024 to provide direct subsidies and loans to farmers?
Answer:
Punjab
The Punjab government, under CM Maryam Nawaz, launched the Kisan Card to provide subsidies on fertilizers and seeds and offer low-interest loans to farmers.
48296
In September 2024, the IMF approved a new Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Pakistan worth approximately:
Answer:
$7 Billion
The IMF Executive Board approved a 37-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement of about $7 billion to support Pakistan's economic stability and reform program.
48297
The 'Tajir Dost Scheme' launched by the FBR in 2024 aims to:
Answer:
Bring retailers and wholesalers into the tax net
The Tajir Dost Scheme is a voluntary tax compliance registration scheme designed to bring unregistered retailers and wholesalers into the formal tax net to broaden the tax base.
48298
Which major reform was introduced in the government pension system in the Federal Budget 2024-25?
Answer:
Contributory Pension Scheme
To reduce the ballooning pension bill, the government introduced a 'Contributory Pension Scheme' for new employees, where they contribute a portion of their salary toward their retirement fund.
48299
The 'SIFC' was established to attract foreign investment in key sectors. What does SIFC stand for?
Answer:
Special Investment Facilitation Council
The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) was established to act as a 'single window' to facilitate foreign investment, primarily from Gulf countries, in sectors like agriculture, mining, IT, and defense production.
48300
The 27th Amendment allows for the appointment of a Chief Justice of the FCC from among:
Answer:
Serving Supreme Court judges
The amendment allows the President to appoint the CJ of the FCC from serving Supreme Court judges.