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
41
Quetta is the provincial capital of which province?
Answer:
Balochistan
Quetta is the capital of Balochistan. Situated at a high altitude, it is known as the 'Fruit Garden of Pakistan' due to the variety of fruits produced in the surrounding valleys.
42
The salt mine of Khewra is located in which province?
Answer:
Punjab
The Khewra Salt Mine, the second largest salt mine in the world, is located in the Jhelum District of Punjab. It is a major tourist attraction and a significant source of Himalayan pink salt.
43
Which administrative unit is often referred to as 'The Northern Areas'?
Answer:
Gilgit-Baltistan
Gilgit-Baltistan was formerly known as 'The Northern Areas' (Shimali Ilaqat). In 2009, through the Gilgit-Baltistan Empowerment and Self-Governance Order, it was given its current name and a more autonomous administrative structure.
44
Which city is known as the 'City of Lights' and is the capital of Sindh?
Answer:
Karachi
Karachi, the capital of Sindh, is famously known as the 'City of Lights.' It is the largest city in Pakistan and serves as the country's main financial and industrial center, as well as its primary seaport.
45
What was the former name of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Answer:
North-West Frontier Province (NWFP)
Before the 18th Constitutional Amendment in 2010, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was known as the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP). The name was changed to reflect the ethnic identity of the Pashtun people living in the region.
46
Which province has the longest coastline in Pakistan?
Answer:
Balochistan
Balochistan has the longest coastline in Pakistan, stretching over 770 kilometers along the Arabian Sea. This coastline is strategically important for the country's maritime trade and naval operations.
47
Which mountain range separates Pakistan from Afghanistan in the north and west?
Answer:
Hindu Kush
The Hindu Kush mountain range is located in the north and west of Pakistan, primarily in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan, forming a natural border with Afghanistan.
48
The 'Peshawar' city is the capital of which province?
Answer:
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Peshawar is the capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It is one of the oldest living cities in South Asia, serving as a historic gateway between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
49
Which administrative body governs the Islamabad Capital Territory?
Answer:
Federal Government
The Islamabad Capital Territory is governed directly by the Federal Government of Pakistan through the Ministry of Interior. The Chief Commissioner is appointed to oversee the administrative affairs of the territory.
50
In which province is the port city of Gwadar located?
Answer:
Balochistan
Gwadar is a deep-sea port located on the southwestern coast of Balochistan. It is a centerpiece of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and is expected to become a major regional trade hub.