Pakistan Studies — All MCQs
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Q2481.In which country does the Batura Glacier lie?
Correct Answer: A
Batura Glacier is in the Hunza region of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, within the Karakoram range. Therefore, Pakistan (Option A) is correct.
Q2482.In which direction of Pakistan Russia lies?
Correct Answer: C
Russia lies generally to the north-east of Pakistan on a regional map of Eurasia. Pakistan's northern direction points toward Central Asia, while Russia is farther beyond that zone toward the north-east.
Q2483.When did Pakistan win its first Hockey World Cup?
Correct Answer: B
Pakistan won the first Men's Hockey World Cup in 1971. The tournament was held in Barcelona, and Pakistan defeated Spain in the final, beginning its strong record in World Cup hockey.
Q2484.In which year did Musharraf become president?
Correct Answer: C
Pervez Musharraf took power as Chief Executive after the 1999 military coup, but he became President of Pakistan in June 2001. The distinction between taking power and assuming the presidency is important for this question.
Q2485.Bhutto was the ----- PM of Pakistan
Correct Answer: C
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto is commonly counted as Pakistan's 9th Prime Minister, serving from 1973 to 1977 after the 1973 Constitution created the parliamentary office under the new constitutional framework.
Q2486.In which year Pakistan left common wealth
Correct Answer: B
Pakistan left the Commonwealth in January 1972 after the Commonwealth recognized Bangladesh. Pakistan later rejoined in 1989, so the 1972 date refers to the first withdrawal.
Q2487.Who is the first lady fighter pilot of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: D
Ayesha Farooq is widely recognized as Pakistan's first female fighter pilot to qualify for combat duty in the Pakistan Air Force. Earlier women aviators served in other roles, but Ayesha Farooq became the prominent combat-ready fighter pilot.
Q2488.When did crown prince Muhammad bin Salman visited Pakistan'?
Correct Answer: D
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Pakistan on 17–18 February 2019. The visit was significant for Pakistan-Saudi relations and included investment and cooperation commitments.
Q2489.Per capita of Pakistan in 2019 was:
Correct Answer: C
Pakistan's GDP per capita figures differ by source and fiscal/calendar-year basis, but the listed key of $1,390.3 is not the commonly cited 2019 figure in many datasets. This row should be reviewed against the source used for the paper before publishing.
Q2490.When did Pakistan left CENTO?
Correct Answer: D
Pakistan withdrew from CENTO in 1979 after the Iranian Revolution and the weakening of the alliance structure. CENTO itself was dissolved soon afterward, marking the end of that Cold War security pact.
Q2491.Which country first of all recognized Pakistan?
Correct Answer: A
Iran is generally recognized as the first country to formally recognize Pakistan after independence in 1947. The early recognition reflected close Muslim-neighbourly relations in the first phase of Pakistan's foreign policy.
Q2492.Which is the largest industry in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
Textiles are Pakistan's largest industrial sector and a major source of exports, employment and value addition. Cotton, yarn, cloth, garments and related products form the backbone of Pakistan's manufacturing economy.
Q2493.Which Governor General of Pakistan has shortest tenure?
Correct Answer: D
Iskander Mirza had the shortest tenure as Governor-General of Pakistan, serving briefly in 1955–1956 before becoming the first President under the 1956 Constitution. Earlier Governor-Generals served longer periods.
Q2494.The Largest airport of Pakistan by land area is
Correct Answer: C
New Islamabad International Airport is the largest airport in Pakistan by land area. It was built outside Islamabad/Rawalpindi to replace the older Benazir Bhutto International Airport and handle larger passenger and cargo capacity.
Q2495.As an Alma-Ata signatory, Pakistan launched the National Program for Family Planning and Primary Health Care in April
Correct Answer: A
Pakistan launched the National Programme for Family Planning and Primary Health Care in April 1994 to expand community-based primary health services, especially through Lady Health Workers. It followed the global primary-health-care approach associated with the Alma-Ata Declaration.
Q2496.According to an IMF report, Pakistan ranked ______ in the world among countries facing an acute water shortage.
Correct Answer: B
3rd is the correct answer because it matches the fact or concept tested by this question.
Q2497.Who was the first governor general of the State Bank of Pakistan?
Correct Answer: A
Zahid Hussain is tied to the constitutional or political-history fact tested here. Pakistan Affairs questions of this type should be read through the relevant office, date, constitutional provision or institutional role, because similar offices and amendments often differ by only one year or title.
Q2498.When Balochistan was given the status of Province?
Correct Answer: B
1970 is the correct answer because it matches the fact or concept tested by this question.
Q2499.Which Province among the following has Uch Gas Field?
Correct Answer: C
Balochistan is the correct answer because it matches the fact or concept tested by this question.
Q2500.Katas Raj temples are revered Hindu temples in Pakistan . In which district the temples reside?
Correct Answer: B
Chakwal is the correct answer because it matches the fact or concept tested by this question.