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
51
What is the length of the Kunhar River?
Answer:
166 km
The Kunhar River is approximately 166 kilometers (103 miles) long and is located primarily in the Mansehra district of KPK.
52
Which river is also known by the name 'Nain-Sukh' (eye's repose)?
Answer:
Kunhar River
The Kunhar River, a major waterway in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, is poetically called 'Nain-Sukh' because of its refreshing and scenic beauty.
53
In which regions does the Poonch River flow?
Answer:
Jammu & Kashmir (India) and Azad Kashmir (Pakistan)
The Poonch River is a trans-boundary river flowing through Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistani-administered Azad Kashmir.
54
The Poonch River originates in the western foothills of which range?
Answer:
Pir Panjal
The Poonch River has its source in the Pir Panjal range, specifically originating from the areas of Neel-Kanth Gali and Jamian Gali.
55
From which spring in Kashmir does the Jhelum River originate?
Answer:
Verinag
The Jhelum River originates from the Verinag Spring, situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal range in the southeastern part of the Kashmir Valley.
56
What is the total length of the Jhelum River?
Answer:
725 km
The Jhelum River has a total length of approximately 725 kilometers from its source in Kashmir to its confluence with the Chenab.
57
The Jhelum River is a major tributary of which other river?
Answer:
Chenab
The Jhelum River eventually flows into the Chenab River at Trimmu, serving as one of its most significant tributaries.
58
The Jhelum River is categorized as the _______ of the five rivers of Punjab.
Answer:
Westernmost
Among the five major rivers of the Punjab region, the Jhelum River is the westernmost and passes through the district of the same name.
59
In which tehsil of the Kangra district does the Ravi River originate?
Answer:
Multhan
The Ravi River has its source in the Himalayas at the Multhan tehsil of the Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India.
60
After flowing through the Jammu region, the Chenab River enters the plains of which province?
Answer:
Punjab
The Chenab River travels through the mountainous regions of Jammu and Kashmir before emerging into the fertile plains of the Punjab province in Pakistan.