Pakistan Studies — All MCQs
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Q2621.After which major event did the United States become strategically engaged with Pakistan?
Correct Answer: A
US engagement with Pakistan intensified notably in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks in 2001.
Q2622.Who founded the Bahawalpur State?
Correct Answer: B
Nawab Bahawal Khan founded the Bahawalpur State.
Q2623.Who founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental School in 1875?
Correct Answer: C
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental School at Aligarh in 1875, later becoming Aligarh Muslim University.
Q2624.F. E. Chaudhry was a renowned:
Correct Answer: A
F.E. Chaudhry was a renowned Photographer.
Q2625.Which reform movement began in Bengal?
Correct Answer: D
The Khilafat Movement had strong roots and activity in Bengal, alongside the rest of British India.
Q2626.Who founded the Faraizi Movement in 1828?
Correct Answer: C
The Faraizi Movement was started by Haji Shariatullah.
Q2627.CPEC is also described as Pakistan’s:
Correct Answer: B
CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) is widely referred to as a 'Game Changer' for Pakistan's economy.
Q2628.What is the area between the Jhelum and Chenab rivers called?
Correct Answer: B
The area between the Jhelum and Chenab rivers is called the Chaj Doab.
Q2629.The Khunjerab Pass connects Pakistan with which country?
Correct Answer: B
The Khunjerab Pass connects Pakistan with China.
Q2630.When did Benazir Bhutto become Prime Minister of Pakistan for the second time?
Correct Answer: B
Benazir Bhutto became Prime Minister for the second time in 1993.
Q2631.During which period did the system of dyarchy operate in British India?
Correct Answer: A
The dyarchy (diarchy) system under the Government of India Act 1919 remained in operation from 1921 to 1937.
Q2632.Which Muslim leader called the Quit India Movement an anti-Muslim action of Congress?
Correct Answer: A
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah described the Quit India Movement as an anti-Muslim action by Congress.
Q2633.When was Pakistan’s first census held?
Correct Answer: B
Pakistan's first census was conducted in 1951.
Q2634.Which is Pakistan’s major cash crop?
Correct Answer: A
Cotton is a major cash crop of Pakistan.
Q2635.Who is the administrative head of a province in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B
The Chief Secretary is the administrative head of a province.
Q2636.What was the former name of Sahiwal?
Correct Answer: A
Sahiwal was formerly known as Montgomery.
Q2637.Who founded the Indian National Congress?
Correct Answer: D
The Indian National Congress was founded by A.O. Hume.
Q2638.The Siachen Glacier lies in which mountain range?
Correct Answer: C
The Siachen Glacier lies in the Karakoram Range.
Q2639.In which district is Harappa located?
Correct Answer: B
Harappa is situated in Sahiwal district, Punjab.
Q2640.Which Indian pilot was captured by Pakistan in 2019?
Correct Answer: C
Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman was captured by Pakistan in 2019 following the Balakot standoff.