Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
In May 2013, the PPP government became the first to hand over power to a leader of which party?
Answer:
PML-N
After the 2013 General Elections, the PPP, which saw a significant reduction in its seats, gracefully transitioned power to Nawaz Sharif's PML-N, completing the first democratic cycle in Pakistan's history.
2
Which Pakistani minority leader and Federal Minister was assassinated in March 2011?
Answer:
Shahbaz Bhatti
Shahbaz Bhatti, the Minister for Minorities Affairs and a devout Christian, was assassinated in Islamabad. He had been receiving threats for his stance against the blasphemy laws and his defense of minority rights.
3
Who was the 'Chairman of the Senate' during most of the PPP regime?
Answer:
Both A and B (at different times)
Farooq H. Naek served as Chairman Senate from 2009 to 2012, followed by Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari from 2012 to 2015. Both were senior PPP leaders who managed the upper house during the 18th Amendment era.
4
The 'BESOS' (Benazir Employees Stock Option Scheme) was launched to:
Answer:
Give workers 12% shares in state-owned enterprises
Launched in 2009, BESOS aimed to empower workers by giving them a 12% stake in 80 state-owned enterprises, including entities like PIA, OGDCL, and PTCL, making them stakeholders in the companies' success.
5
Which famous slogan of Z.A. Bhutto was revived during the 2008 election campaign?
Answer:
Roti, Kapda aur Makaan
The PPP used its founding slogan 'Roti, Kapda aur Makaan' (Bread, Clothing, and Shelter) to reconnect with its socialist roots and the masses during the 2008 elections, following the death of Benazir Bhutto.
6
The 'Thar Coal' project was prioritized by the PPP government. Which province is Thar Coal located in?
Answer:
Sindh
Located in the Tharparkar district of Sindh, the Thar coalfield is one of the world's largest lignite coal reserves. The PPP government promoted it as the solution to Pakistan's long-term energy crisis.
7
Which Pakistani ambassador was at the center of the 'Memo-gate' scandal?
Answer:
Hussain Haqqani
Hussain Haqqani, Pakistan's Ambassador to the US, was accused of authoring the controversial memo. He resigned in November 2011 and faced a commission of inquiry before leaving the country.
8
Who was the Chief of Army Staff during the 2008-2013 tenure who received a controversial three-year extension?
Answer:
General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani
General Kayani was appointed COAS in late 2007. In 2010, the PPP government granted him a three-year extension, a move that was criticized for setting a precedent but justified by the government due to the ongoing War on Terror.
9
The 'Swiss Letters' case, which led to Gillani's disqualification, was related to:
Answer:
President Zardari's alleged money laundering
The Supreme Court repeatedly ordered PM Gillani to write a letter to Swiss authorities to reopen corruption cases against Asif Ali Zardari. Gillani's refusal, citing presidential immunity, eventually led to his conviction for contempt.
10
Which international boundary fencing began in earnest during the PPP regime to stop militant movement?
Answer:
Durand Line (Afghan Border)
While massive fencing was completed later, the PPP government initiated various border management protocols and construction of forts along the Durand Line to prevent the cross-border movement of TTP and Al-Qaeda militants.