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Pakistan Studies is an important subject for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, OTS, PTS, AJKPSC, BPSC, KPPSC, PMS, CSS, Competitive Exam, focusing on Pakistan’s history, geography, culture, and political development. Our website offers updated MCQs, solved papers, and essential notes for quick and effective preparation. 

In the 1960s, what type of basis did Pakistan provide to America?
A Naval bases
B Air bases
C Military training bases
D Nuclear testing basis
Correct Answer: Naval bases
Explanation:

In the 1960s, Pakistan provided the United States with intelligence-gathering and air bases, most notably the Peshawar Air Station (PAF Camp Badaber)

The Peshawar air base was known locally as "Little USA" 

The Green Revolution in Pakistan occurred during which decade?
A 1940s
B 1950s
C 1960s
D 1970s
Correct Answer: 1960s
Explanation:

  • The "Decade of Development": The era of President Ayub Khan (1958–1969) is often called the "Decade of Development," during which the government heavily invested in agricultural infrastructure.

When was the Tarbela Dam completed:
A 1965
B 1974
C 1976
D 1990
Correct Answer: 1976
Explanation:

  • The Tarbela Dam, located on the Indus River in Pakistan, was completed in 1976.
  • Construction began in 1968, and it was inaugurated as a major component of the Indus Basin Project.
  • It is known as the world's largest earth-filled dam.

What is the longest river of Pakistan?
A Indus
B Ravi
C Jehlum
D Chenab
Correct Answer: Indus
Explanation:

The Indus River is the longest river in Pakistan, with a total length of approximately 3,180 kilometers (1,976 miles).

The river originates in the Tibetan Plateau in China and flows through India before entering Pakistan.

Pakistan Culture is basically:
A Exclusive
B Goal Kick
C Separatist
D Collectivist
Correct Answer: Collectivist
Explanation:

  • Pakistan's culture is deeply rooted in collectivism, where the needs, harmony, and reputation of the group—primarily the family and community—take precedence over individual desires.
  • This collectivist nature is characterized by strong social bonds, mutual dependence, and a "we" mentality rather than an "I" focus. 

How many amendments were proposed by Jinnah in the Nehru Report?
A Two
B Three
C Four
D Seven
Correct Answer: Three
Explanation:

  • All-Parties Conference in Calcutta in December 1928
  • Muhammad Ali Jinnah proposed three amendments to the Nehru Report to safeguard Muslim interests.
  • These included one-third Muslim representation in the central legislature,, reservation for Muslims in Punjab and Bengal, and vesting residuary powers in the provinces. 

The Poona Pact of 1932 was for:
A Muslims
B Sikhs
C Achhoots/Untouchables
D Brahman
Correct Answer: Achhoots/Untouchables
Explanation:

  • The Poona Pact of September 1932 was an agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar providing for increased seat reservations for the depressed classes (now known as Dalits or Scheduled Castes) within the general Hindu electorate, rather than separate electorates.

State means:
A Federal Government
B Provincial Government
C Parliament
D All of these
Correct Answer: All of these
Explanation:

  • Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan (Article 7).

  • The definition of "the State" includes the Federal Government, Parliament (Majlis-e-Shoora), Provincial Governments, Provincial Assemblies, and local authorities. 

Who did not follow Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's command during the Kashmir issue in 1947?
A General Douglas Gracey
B Sardar Patel
C Frank Messervy
D Mountbatten
Correct Answer: General Douglas Gracey
Explanation:

  • In October 1947, following the tribal invasion of Kashmir and the subsequent accession of the state to India, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah ordered the Pakistan Army to move into Kashmir.
  • General Douglas Gracey, who was the acting Commander-in-Chief of the Pakistan Army at the time, refused to obey Jinnah's direct command. 

British army assets were divided between Pakistan and India. Pakistan's share was:
A 16%
B 36%
C 54%
D 72%
Correct Answer: 36%
Explanation:

A general division ratio of 36% for Pakistan and 64% for India. Other sources frequently cite a roughly 1:2 ratio (one-third for Pakistan, two-thirds for India).