Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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1
Who served as the acting Prime Minister of Pakistan after the second dismissal of the Benazir government in 1996?
Answer:
Malik Mairaj Khalid
Malik Meraj Khalid, a veteran politician and former Speaker of the National Assembly, was appointed as the caretaker Prime Minister. He oversaw the 1997 elections which brought Nawaz Sharif back to power.
2
President Farooq Ahmad Khan Leghari dissolved Benazir's second government using Article 58(2)b on:
Answer:
5th November, 1996
In a shock move, President Farooq Leghari dismissed his own party's government on November 5, 1996. This event highlighted the immense power still held by the President under the 8th Amendment.
3
What was the main reason cited for the fall of Benazir Bhutto's second government in 1996?
Answer:
All of these
The second dismissal of Benazir's government was based on a combination of factors. These included a deteriorating law and order situation in Karachi, high-level corruption allegations, and a direct confrontation with the judiciary over the appointment of judges.
4
In the 1993 presidential election, who was the PPP's winning candidate for the office of the President?
Answer:
Farooq Ahmad Khan Leghari
Farooq Leghari, a senior leader of the PPP and a close associate of the Bhutto family, was elected as the President in 1993. He defeated the PML(N) candidate, Wasim Sajjad.
5
Benazir Bhutto took the oath of office for her second term as Prime Minister on:
Answer:
18th October
Benazir Bhutto was sworn in for her second term on October 18, 1993. Her second administration focused on women's rights, energy projects (IPPs), and improving social sectors.
6
In the 1993 elections, the number of National Assembly seats won by the PML(N) was:
Answer:
83
The PML(N) secured 83 seats in the National Assembly. Although they were the single largest party in terms of total votes cast, the PPP won more seats due to the distribution of its vote bank.
7
The general election for the National Assembly was held on 6 October 1993. On which date were the provincial elections held?
Answer:
9th October
The provincial assembly elections were held on October 9, 1993, just three days after the national polls. This staggered schedule was a common practice in Pakistan to ensure security and manage resources.
8
The party that emerged as the majority and came into power following the general elections of 1993 was:
Answer:
PPP
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) won the most seats in the 1993 elections. Benazir Bhutto returned to power for a second term, forming a coalition government in the center.
9
The general elections following the dismissal of Benazir's first government were held on:
Answer:
24 October, 1990
General elections were held on October 24, 1990. The IJI coalition won a significant majority, leading to the first term of Mian Nawaz Sharif as Prime Minister.
10
Who was appointed as the caretaker Prime Minister after the first dismissal of Benazir Bhutto?
Answer:
Ghulam Mustafa Jatoi
Ghulam Mustafa Jatoi, the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly, was appointed as the caretaker Prime Minister. His primary task was to oversee the general elections scheduled for October 1990.