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
1
Which administrative unit of Pakistan is famous for the 'Shangrila Resort'?
Answer:
Gilgit-Baltistan
Shangrila Resort, also known as 'Heaven on Earth,' is located in Skardu, Gilgit-Baltistan. It is situated around the heart-shaped Lower Kachura Lake and is a popular destination for tourists.
2
Which province is the primary source of coal mining in Pakistan?
Answer:
Sindh
Sindh, specifically the Thar region, holds the vast majority of Pakistan's coal reserves. The Thar Coal Project is a major initiative aimed at addressing Pakistan's energy needs using these massive lignite coal deposits.
3
The famous 'Shalamar Gardens' are located in which city?
Answer:
Lahore
The Shalamar Gardens are a Mughal garden complex located in Lahore, Punjab. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1641, they are a UNESCO World Heritage site and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture.
4
Which province has the highest literacy rate in Pakistan as per recent trends?
Answer:
Punjab
Punjab consistently records the highest literacy rate among the four provinces of Pakistan, largely due to better access to educational infrastructure in its urban centers like Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi.
5
The headquarters of the Pakistan Navy is located in which administrative unit?
Answer:
Islamabad Capital Territory
The Naval Headquarters (NHQ) of Pakistan is located in Islamabad. While most naval operations and bases are in Karachi and along the coast, the administrative and strategic command center is in the capital.
6
Which province shares its southern border with the Arabian Sea?
Answer:
Both B and C
Both Sindh and Balochistan share a southern border with the Arabian Sea. Sindh covers the eastern part of the coast including Karachi, while Balochistan covers the western part including Gwadar.
7
Which river flows through the capital city of Azad Jammu and Kashmir?
Answer:
Neelum
The Neelum River (also known as the Kishanganga) flows through Muzaffarabad, the capital of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, where it eventually joins the Jhelum River.
8
The city of Bahawalpur was formerly a?
Answer:
Princely State
Bahawalpur was a prominent princely state that acceded to Pakistan in 1947. It remained an autonomous unit until 1955 when it was merged into the province of West Pakistan under the 'One Unit' policy.
9
Which province houses the 'Kirthar National Park'?
Answer:
Sindh
Kirthar National Park is situated in the Kirthar Mountains in the Jamshoro District of Sindh. It is one of the largest national parks in Pakistan and is home to various species of wildlife, including the Sindh ibex.
10
The Kalash Valley is located in which district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
Answer:
Chitral
The Kalash Valleys are located in the Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. They are home to the Kalash people, an ethnic minority with a unique culture, language, and ancient polytheistic religion.