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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The 'One-Unit' administrative scheme in Pakistan was abolished in 1970, a move noted in UN reports as a return to:
Answer:
Federalism and provincial representation
The abolition of One-Unit and the restoration of the four provinces was a significant political reform. UN observers and regional experts noted it as an essential step toward restoring a democratic federal structure and addressing the grievances of smaller federating units.
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Which Pakistani official was elected to the UN's Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations in 2022 for a four-year term?
Answer:
A senior diplomat from the Permanent Mission to the UN
Pakistan's election to the NGO Committee allows it to play a role in granting consultative status to NGOs globally. This position is handled by Pakistan's permanent mission in New York, ensuring that NGOs working in sensitive regional contexts are properly documented and vetted.
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Which international day was adopted by the UN in 2021 following a resolution co-sponsored by Pakistan and Saudi Arabia?
Answer:
International Day of Argania
In 2021, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to celebrate the International Day of Argania (May 10). While a specific environmental day, Pakistan actively co-sponsors resolutions that promote environmental preservation and the sustainable use of natural resources in developing countries.
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Pakistan’s 'Polio Eradication' efforts are monitored and supported by which UN agency and the WHO?
Answer:
UNICEF
UNICEF works alongside the WHO to support Pakistan's National Emergency Action Plan for Polio Eradication. UNICEF focuses on vaccine procurement and social mobilization to overcome vaccine hesitancy, a critical challenge in Pakistan's public health diplomacy.
25
Which Pakistani lawyer served as the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief from 2004 to 2010?
Answer:
Asma Jahangir
Asma Jahangir was a world-renowned human rights defender who served as the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. She was widely respected for her fearless work in monitoring religious intolerance and defending the rights of marginalized groups across the globe.
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The UN's 'Loss and Damage' fund, operationalized at COP28, was a goal championed by Pakistan during its chairmanship of which group?
Answer:
G77 plus China
The establishment and operationalization of the Loss and Damage fund was a pinnacle achievement of Pakistan's 2022 chairmanship of the G77 plus China. Pakistan leveraged its vulnerability to climate change to build a global consensus that developed nations should compensate developing ones for climate-linked disasters.
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Which Pakistani scientist served as the Scientific Advisor to the UN Secretary-General in the early 1960s?
Answer:
Dr. Abdus Salam
Dr. Abdus Salam, Pakistan's first Nobel Laureate, was a key figure in international scientific diplomacy. He served on several UN committees and was instrumental in establishing the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) under the IAEA and UNESCO.
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Pakistan was elected as the Vice President of which UN body in Geneva in 2024?
Answer:
UNCTAD
Pakistan was elected to the leadership of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in 2024. In this capacity, Pakistan works to represent the interests of developing countries in global trade negotiations and seeks to promote inclusive economic development.
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In late 2024, Pakistan hosted which UN official to discuss the 'Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan'?
Answer:
Filippo Grandi (UN High Commissioner for Refugees)
UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi visited Pakistan in 2024 to discuss the government's plan to repatriate undocumented foreigners, particularly Afghans. The UN continues to advocate for a voluntary and dignified return process, while Pakistan emphasizes its security and economic concerns.
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Which Pakistani woman headed the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) as its Executive Director from 1987 to 2000?
Answer:
Dr. Nafis Sadik
Dr. Nafis Sadik was the first woman to head a major UN-funded program when she was appointed Executive Director of the UNFPA in 1987. She was a world-renowned expert in global health and reproductive rights, and she famously presided over the 1994 Cairo Conference on Population.