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 Section of the Act granted the Dominion Legislatures the power to repeal British Acts?
Answer:
Section 6
Section 6(2) of the Act empowered the legislatures to repeal or amend any Act of the UK Parliament extending to the Dominion.
2
Who was the first Indian to hold the portfolio of Education in Independent India?
Answer:
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was the first Education Minister.
3
The last British Governor of the United Provinces (UP) after independence was:
Answer:
Sarojini Naidu
Sarojini Naidu became the first Governor of UP (United Provinces) on August 15, 1947.
4
The Indian Independence Act 1947 provided for the withdrawal of British forces. The title of the British monarch changed from 'King-Emperor' to:
Answer:
King of the United Kingdom and his other Realms
The Imperial title was dropped, reverting to the royal style, though he remained 'King' of the Dominions until they became Republics.
5
Which leader of the Muslim League became the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?
Answer:
Liaquat Ali Khan
Liaquat Ali Khan became the first Prime Minister of Pakistan.
6
The division of the Indian Civil Service (ICS) personnel was based on:
Answer:
Choice / Option to serve either Dominion
Civil servants were given the option to serve either India or Pakistan.
7
Which of the following bodies ceased to exist after August 15, 1947?
Answer:
The Crown Representative
The office of the Crown Representative (which dealt with Princely States) was abolished as paramountcy lapsed.
8
The Partition of India created a problem of:
Answer:
Refugee rehabilitation
It triggered one of the largest mass migrations in history and a massive refugee crisis.
9
The 'Instrument of Accession' had to be signed by:
Answer:
The Governor-General and the Ruler of the State
It was an agreement signed between the Ruler of the Princely State and the Governor-General of the Dominion.
10
Who was the first Governor of East Bengal (Pakistan)?
Answer:
Sir Frederick Burrows
Sir Frederick Burrows was the last Governor of undivided Bengal; Sir Frederick Bourne became Governor of East Bengal (Correction: Sir Frederick Bourne was Governor of East Bengal. Burrows resigned).