PDM Coalition Government (2022–2024)
· Pakistan Studies/Affairs
25 MCQs
Showing
1–20
of 25 MCQs
Page 1 / 2
1
On which date did Shehbaz Sharif take the oath as the 23rd Prime Minister of Pakistan for his first term?
Answer:
April 11, 2022
Following the success of the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan, Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif was elected as the Prime Minister by the National Assembly and took his oath of office on April 11, 2022. This marked the beginning of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) coalition government, which aimed to complete the remaining term of the 15th National Assembly.
2
The no-confidence motion against the previous Prime Minister was successfully passed in the National Assembly on which date?
Answer:
April 10, 2022
In a historic late-night session that concluded in the early hours of April 10, 2022, the no-confidence motion against Imran Khan received 174 votes in the 342-seat National Assembly. This was the first time in Pakistan's history that a Prime Minister was removed from office through a vote of no-confidence, leading to the formation of the PDM-led government.
3
Who served as the President of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) during the coalition government's tenure?
Answer:
Maulana Fazlur Rehman
Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F), served as the President of the PDM alliance. The alliance was a multi-party coalition that included the PML-N, PPP (initially), ANP, and other smaller parties, though the core leadership during the 2022-2023 governance period remained centered around the PML-N and the PDM head.
4
Who was appointed as the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs in the PDM-led cabinet in April 2022?
Answer:
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), was sworn in as the youngest Foreign Minister of Pakistan on April 27, 2022. His tenure focused on restoring diplomatic ties with major powers, particularly the United States and the European Union, and advocating for climate justice following the 2022 floods.
5
Which major investment-focused body was established in June 2023 under the PDM government to attract foreign investment?
Answer:
Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC)
The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) was established in June 2023 as a 'one-window' platform to facilitate foreign investment, particularly from Gulf countries. It is a civil-military collaborative body designed to streamline projects in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, IT, and energy, aimed at stabilizing the economy without bureaucratic hurdles.
6
In June 2023, Pakistan secured a 9-month Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF worth how much?
Answer:
$3 Billion
After months of negotiations and the expiration of the previous Extended Fund Facility (EFF), the PDM government signed a $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with the IMF in late June 2023. This short-term bridge loan was critical in preventing a sovereign default and stabilizing the country's foreign exchange reserves before the upcoming elections.
7
On which date did President Arif Alvi dissolve the 15th National Assembly on the advice of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif?
Answer:
August 9, 2023
President Arif Alvi dissolved the 15th National Assembly on August 9, 2023, just three days before the completion of its five-year constitutional term. This strategic early dissolution was intended to allow the Election Commission 90 days (rather than 60) to conduct general elections, paving the way for a caretaker setup.
8
Who was selected as the Caretaker Prime Minister to oversee the 2024 General Elections after the PDM government's dissolution?
Answer:
Anwaarul Haq Kakar
Anwaarul Haq Kakar, a senator from Balochistan, was appointed as the Caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan on August 14, 2023. He was selected after consensus between the outgoing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Leader of the Opposition Raja Riaz to lead the country through the interim period until the next elected government took charge.
9
When were the General Elections eventually held following the conclusion of the first PDM government?
Answer:
February 8, 2024
General elections in Pakistan were held on February 8, 2024, after several delays related to the new census and the delimitation of constituencies. The elections resulted in another coalition setup, leading to Shehbaz Sharif's second term as Prime Minister, supported by the PDM allies.
10
Which Pakistani province was most severely affected by the catastrophic floods of 2022 during the PDM tenure?
Answer:
Sindh
While the 2022 monsoon floods affected the entire country, the province of Sindh suffered the most extensive damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and housing. The disaster resulted in over 1,700 deaths nationwide and caused an estimated $30 billion in economic losses, prompting the PDM government to launch the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction Framework (4RF).
11
Who replaced Miftah Ismail as the Federal Finance Minister in September 2022?
Answer:
Ishaq Dar
Ishaq Dar returned from self-imposed exile and took oath as the Federal Finance Minister on September 28, 2022, replacing Miftah Ismail. His appointment was a key internal shift within the PML-N, as the party sought to implement a different strategy for exchange rate management and negotiations with the IMF.
12
Which constitutional office-bearer remained in his position despite the change in government from PTI to PDM in 2022?
Answer:
Arif Alvi
Dr. Arif Alvi, who was elected in 2018 as a nominee of the PTI, continued to serve as the President of Pakistan throughout the PDM government's tenure. He completed his five-year term in September 2023 but continued to hold office under the constitutional provision until the election of his successor in 2024.
13
The PDM government passed the 'Contempt of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) Bill 2023' to achieve what purpose?
Answer:
To empower the Parliament to punish individuals for contempt
In May 2023, the National Assembly passed the Contempt of Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) Bill, which gave the Parliament the authority to punish any person or institution for contempt of the house or its committees. This was seen as a move to assert parliamentary supremacy over other institutions.
14
Which major law regarding the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) was amended by the PDM government in 2022?
Answer:
National Accountability (Amendment) Act 2022
The PDM government introduced significant amendments to the NAB Ordinance in June 2022, which included reducing the term of the NAB Chairman and excluding several types of financial decisions from the bureau's jurisdiction. These amendments were later challenged in the Supreme Court by Imran Khan.
15
What was the name of the diplomatic conference co-hosted by Pakistan and the UN in Geneva in January 2023?
Answer:
International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan
In January 2023, Pakistan and the United Nations co-hosted the International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan in Geneva. The conference was highly successful for the PDM government, as international donors pledged over $9 billion to help the country recover from the devastating 2022 floods.
16
Who was appointed as the 17th Chief of Army Staff (COAS) by the PDM government in November 2022?
Answer:
General Asim Munir
General Asim Munir was appointed as the Chief of Army Staff on November 24, 2022, succeeding General Qamar Javed Bajwa. The appointment was made by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after a period of significant political speculation and was seen as a key step in stabilizing the military leadership.
17
The 'Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Act 2023' was passed by the PDM government to regulate which power of the Chief Justice?
Answer:
The power to take suo motu notice and form benches
This Act aimed to limit the discretionary powers of the Chief Justice of Pakistan regarding the formation of benches and the initiation of suo motu proceedings. It proposed that such decisions be made by a committee of three senior judges, a move that sparked a significant legal debate over judicial independence.
18
In June 2023, the PDM government amended the Elections Act to limit the disqualification period of lawmakers to how many years?
Answer:
5 years
The amendment to the Elections Act 2017 reduced the disqualification period for lawmakers under Article 62(1)(f) to a maximum of five years. This was widely seen as a move to clear the way for PML-N leader Nawaz Sharif and IPP leader Jahangir Tareen to participate in future elections.
19
On which date did Pakistan officially exit the FATF 'Grey List' after four years, during the PDM tenure?
Answer:
October 21, 2022
Pakistan was removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) 'increased monitoring' list (Grey List) on October 21, 2022. This followed years of legislative and administrative reforms to combat money laundering and terror financing, which the PDM government finalized during its initial months.
20
Which major data-gathering exercise was completed in 2023, marking Pakistan's first-ever digital survey of its kind?
Answer:
7th Population and Housing Census
The 7th Population and Housing Census, conducted in early 2023, was Pakistan's first digital census. The results, approved by the Council of Common Interests (CCI) in August 2023, showed the population at 241.49 million and became the basis for new delimitation of constituencies.
