Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
In the context of 2025, what is the 'Social Protection' strategy of Pakistan moving toward?
Answer:
Digital and Adaptive Social Protection (linking aid to climate resilience)
Pakistan is now developing 'Adaptive Social Protection'. This means that during disasters like floods or heatwaves, the system automatically identifies affected BISP beneficiaries and provides them with immediate 'Top-up' cash transfers, making the social safety net more responsive to climate change.
2
The 'One Window Ehsaas/BISP Centers' were established to:
Answer:
Provide all welfare-related services (BISP, Bait-ul-Mal, Health card) in a single building
To reduce the administrative burden on the poor, 'One Window' centers were created. A beneficiary can visit one office to update their NSER data, check their stipend status, inquire about the Sehat Card, and apply for student scholarships, ensuring efficient service delivery.
3
Which specialized board manages the welfare of 'Religious Minorities' and their holy sites in Pakistan?
Answer:
Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB)
The ETPB manages properties and trusts left behind by those who migrated in 1947. It uses the revenue from these properties to maintain temples and gurdwaras and to provide welfare services, including scholarships and healthcare, specifically for the Hindu and Sikh communities in Pakistan.
4
The 'Clean Green Pakistan' movement, while environmental, is also a social welfare project because it involves:
Answer:
Engaging community volunteers in sanitation and plantation to improve public health
Clean Green Pakistan is a social movement that emphasizes hygiene and environment. By improving solid waste management and providing clean drinking water at the community level, the project directly impacts the health and living standards of the poorest citizens, reducing the burden of disease.
5
Which initiative provides 'Specialized Legal Aid' for poor prisoners who cannot afford a lawyer?
Answer:
Public Defenders Office / Legal Aid Society
To ensure that justice is accessible to all, the state and various NGOs provide free legal aid. The recently established Public Defenders system in some provinces ensures that even the poorest defendants have representation in court, serving as a vital legal safety net.
6
The 'Akhuwat' Foundation, which collaborates with the government on several projects, is world-famous for:
Answer:
Managing the largest interest-free microfinance program
Akhuwat, founded by Dr. Amjad Saqib, is a unique welfare organization that provides interest-free loans based on the Islamic principle of 'Mawakhat' (brotherhood). It has partnered with various governments to provide housing and business loans to millions, helping them achieve economic independence without the burden of debt.
7
What is the 'Benazir Income Support Programme' (BISP) stance on 'Financial Literacy' for its beneficiaries?
Answer:
It provides training to women on how to use ATMs and manage digital accounts
BISP includes a major component of training for its female beneficiaries. Since payments are now made through biometric systems and ATMs, the program ensures that rural women understand how to use these technologies safely, preventing fraud and promoting financial inclusion.
8
Which province has established 'Model Villages' for displaced persons following the 2022 floods as a social rehabilitation project?
Answer:
All of the above
Following the catastrophic 2022 floods, both federal and provincial governments, with international aid, have built 'Resilient Model Villages'. These villages feature solar power, schools, and climate-resistant houses, serving as a comprehensive social welfare and rehabilitation model for disaster-affected populations.
9
The 'Kamyab Jawan' program's 'Startup Pakistan' component aims to:
Answer:
Provide training and mentorship to young entrepreneurs to create jobs
Startup Pakistan focuses on fostering an entrepreneurial culture. It provides training to thousands of youth and facilitates access to interest-free or low-interest loans to help them launch their own startups, moving the youth from being 'job seekers' to 'job creators'.
10
Which Pakistani award is given to individuals for their 'Extraordinary Service' in social work and philanthropy?
Answer:
Sitara-e-Imtiaz / Pride of Performance
While there are many civil awards, the Sitara-e-Imtiaz and the Pride of Performance are frequently awarded on Pakistan Day (March 23) to recognize social workers, philanthropists, and artists who have made significant contributions to the welfare and cultural life of the country.