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
101
On which date did India first take the Kashmir issue to the United Nations?
Answer:
January 1, 1948
India officially brought the Kashmir dispute to the UN Security Council on January 1, 1948, leading to various UN resolutions on the matter.
102
Pakistan has contributed to UN peacekeeping missions in which of the following regions?
Answer:
All of the above
Pakistan is one of the world's top contributors to UN peacekeeping operations, having sent troops to diverse regions including Congo, New Guinea, Iraq, Kuwait, Cambodia, Bosnia, and Haiti.
103
How many times has Pakistan been elected as a member of the UN Security Council?
Answer:
7 times
Pakistan has served as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council seven times, reflecting its active role in global peace and security.
104
The United Nations awarded the UN Prize in the Field of Human Rights for 2008 to which Pakistani leader?
Answer:
Benazir Bhutto
In 2008, the UN posthumously honored Benazir Bhutto with the Human Rights Prize for her dedicated struggle for democracy and human rights in Pakistan.
105
Which country actively supported Pakistan's application for UN membership?
Answer:
Iran
Iran was among the first countries to support Pakistan's entry into the United Nations and was also the first country to recognize Pakistan's independence.
106
Which neighboring country opposed Pakistan's entry into the United Nations in 1947?
Answer:
Afghanistan
Afghanistan was the only country to vote against Pakistan's membership in the UNO in 1947, primarily due to disputes regarding the Durand Line border.
107
Which Pakistani diplomat served as the President of the UN General Assembly?
Answer:
Muhammad Zafarullah Khan
Sir Muhammad Zafarullah Khan, who was also Pakistan's first Foreign Minister, had the distinction of serving as the President of the UN General Assembly for its 17th session in 1962.
108
Pakistan joined the United Nations as its _______ member.
Answer:
56th
Upon its admission in September 1947, Pakistan became the 56th member nation of the United Nations Organization.
109
On what date did Pakistan officially become a member of the United Nations Organization (UNO)?
Answer:
September 30, 1947
Pakistan was admitted to the United Nations on September 30, 1947, just over a month after its independence. It joined as a sovereign state to participate in international diplomacy.