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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Which administrative unit shares the longest international border with Afghanistan?
Answer:
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa shares a lengthy and porous border with Afghanistan, known as the Durand Line. This border is of immense strategic importance and is marked by several key mountain passes, including the Khyber Pass, which has served as a historical trade and invasion route.
72
How many provinces does Pakistan officially have as per the current Constitution?
Answer:
Four
According to the Constitution of Pakistan, there are four official provinces: Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. Other areas like Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir have their own administrative setups but are not constitutionally recognized as provinces of Pakistan.
73
Which province of Pakistan is known as the 'Land of the Indus' and hosts the city of Karachi?
Answer:
Sindh
Sindh is the province known as the 'Land of the Indus' because the Indus River flows through its entire length before entering the Arabian Sea. Its capital, Karachi, is Pakistan's largest city, main seaport, and financial hub, contributing significantly to the national GDP.
74
The 'Makran Coast' is primarily located in which administrative unit?
Answer:
Balochistan
The Makran Coast is a semi-desert coastal strip in the south of Balochistan, along the Arabian Sea. It is home to strategic ports like Gwadar and Ormara. The area is vital for Pakistan’s 'Blue Economy' and serves as the maritime gateway for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
75
Which administrative body is responsible for the local government of the federal capital?
Answer:
Capital Development Authority (CDA)
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is a public benefit corporation responsible for providing municipal services and urban planning in Islamabad. While the ICT Administration handles executive functions, the CDA focuses on the development, maintenance, and regulation of the city's infrastructure and land.
76
Which city is the provincial capital of Balochistan?
Answer:
Quetta
Quetta is the provincial capital and the largest city of Balochistan. Known as the 'Fruit Garden of Pakistan,' it is situated at a high altitude and serves as a strategic trade center between Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Iran. The city is famous for its surrounding mountains and the Bolan Pass.
77
Which province is divided into the most administrative divisions?
Answer:
Punjab
Due to its massive population, Punjab is divided into the highest number of administrative divisions and districts to ensure effective governance. Currently, it has 10 divisions, including Lahore, Faisalabad, and Multan, which oversee the various district administrations within the province.
78
Which administrative unit is home to the world's second-highest mountain, K2?
Answer:
Gilgit-Baltistan
K2, the second-highest peak in the world at 8,611 meters, is located in the Karakoram range within the Gilgit-Baltistan region. This region is a global hub for mountaineering and trekking, containing five of the world's fourteen 'eight-thousandth' peaks.
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What was the former name of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province before 2010?
Answer:
North-West Frontier Province (NWFP)
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was known as the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) for over a century. The name was changed to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through the 18th Amendment to the Constitution in 2010 to better reflect the ethnic identity of the Pakhtun people living in the region.
80
Gilgit-Baltistan was formerly known by what name until 2009?
Answer:
Northern Areas
Until the 'Gilgit-Baltistan Empowerment and Self-Governance Order' of 2009, the region was officially known as the 'Northern Areas'. The 2009 order granted the region a province-like status with its own elected assembly and Chief Minister, although it is not yet a formal constitutional province of Pakistan.