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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. 

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).

Which type of government was proposed in the Federation for Objectives Resolution?

A Democracy
B Dictatorship
C Monarchy
D Autocracy
Correct Answer: Democracy
Explanation:

  • The Objectives Resolution, passed by the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on March 12, 1949.
  • A Sovereignty-Based Democracy 
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What is Pakistan's biggest export commodity?

A Rice
B Textiles and Garments
C Sports Goods
D Leather Products
Correct Answer: Textiles and Garments
Explanation:

  • Pakistan's biggest export commodity is textiles and apparel, which accounts for over 40–60% of the country's total export earnings.
  • This sector includes cotton, knitwear, bed linens, and readymade garments, largely driven by high-quality cotton production and low labor costs.

What was the name of PIA's hotel in New York?

A Roosevelt Hotel
B Hilton Manhattan
C Empire State Inn
D Karachi House
Correct Answer: Roosevelt Hotel
Explanation:

  • Located in Mannhattan.
  • Purchased PIA in 1979

Sanghar district in sindh is famous for

A Fish
B Art
C Hur Mujhaid
D Culture
Correct Answer: Fish
Explanation:

  • Sanghar District in Sindh Pakistan is primarily famous as a major agricultural hub known for cultivating cotton wheat and rice.
  • It is a significant center for related industries including sugar mills and textile factories. 
  • it is historically recognized as the district of Hur Mujahids.



When SBP commenced its operation?

A 1947
B 1948
C 1949
D 1950
Correct Answer: 1948
Explanation:

  • The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) commenced its operations on 1 July 1948.
  • It was established to regulate the country’s monetary and banking system after the independence of Pakistan.

Amanat Ali Khan belongs to which musical gharana?

A Gwalior Gharana
B Patiala Gharana
C Kirana Gharana
D None of these
Correct Answer: Patiala Gharana
Explanation:

  • Ustad Amanat Ali Khan belonged to the Patiala Gharana of classical music.
  • He was a renowned Pakistani classical singer and was part of the famous Ali Brothers, known for their mastery of khayal and ghazal singing.