Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
1
The planned city of Shahjahanabad had how many gates initially?
Answer:
14
The walled city of Shahjahanabad had 14 gates (e.g., Kashmiri Gate, Delhi Gate, Ajmeri Gate, etc.).
2
The 'Hira Mahal' in the Red Fort was built by:
Answer:
Bahadur Shah Zafar II
While most of the fort is Shah Jahan's, Hira Mahal was a later addition by Bahadur Shah Zafar II.
3
Which material was used for the foundation of the Taj Mahal to prevent rotting?
Answer:
Ebony Wood
The foundation wells are supported by Ebony wood, which remains durable as long as it is kept moist by the Yamuna river.
4
The cost of building the Taj Mahal at that time was estimated to be around:
Answer:
32 Million Rupees
Historical estimates suggest the cost was approximately 32 million rupees at that time.
5
The mosque 'Jahanara Begum Sahib' (Jama Masjid of Agra) was dedicated to Shah Jahan's:
Answer:
Daughter
The Jama Masjid in Agra was built by Shah Jahan in honor of his favorite daughter, Jahanara Begum.
6
The black marble pavilion in the Shalimar Gardens of Kashmir was built by:
Answer:
Shah Jahan
Shah Jahan added a black marble pavilion to the Shalimar Bagh in Kashmir.
7
Who supervised the daily construction of the Taj Mahal?
Answer:
Makramat Khan and Mir Abd-ul Karim
Makramat Khan and Mir Abd-ul Karim were the supervisors in charge of the project's finances and daily management.
8
The technique of 'Double Dome' was used in the Taj Mahal to:
Answer:
Increase the height while keeping the interior proportionate
The double dome consists of an inner shell for the interior aesthetics and an outer shell for external grandeur and height.
9
The central pool in the Taj Mahal garden is called:
Answer:
Al-Kawthar
The raised marble water tank in the center is referred to as 'Al-Kawthar', named after the tank of abundance in Paradise.
10
Which garden in Kashmir was laid out by Shah Jahan?
Answer:
Chashma Shahi
Shah Jahan established the Chashma Shahi (Royal Spring) garden in Srinagar in 1632. (Note: Shalimar Bagh Kashmir was built by Jahangir; Shah Jahan built Shalimar in Lahore).