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
The 'UN Women' agency works in Pakistan primarily to support which national goal?
Answer:
Gender equality and female economic empowerment
UN Women is an active partner in Pakistan, working to eliminate gender-based violence and to promote women's participation in politics and the workforce. Their work supports Pakistan's national commitment to women's rights and the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 5.
2
Which Pakistani official served as the first female Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN (2015-2019)?
Answer:
Maleeha Lodhi
Dr. Maleeha Lodhi made history as the first woman to represent Pakistan as its Permanent Representative to the UN in New York. She is a veteran diplomat who previously served twice as Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States and High Commissioner to the UK.
3
What percentage of the 'divisible pool' in Pakistan's NFC is determined by population, a metric used to argue for resources in UN demographic debates?
Answer:
82%
Under the 7th NFC Award, population remains the heaviest factor at 82%. Pakistan uses its status as the world's 5th most populous nation to demand more climate funding and representation in global financial institutions at the UN.
4
Which article of the UN Charter prohibits the 'Use of Force' in international relations, a principle Pakistan consistently advocates?
Answer:
Article 2(4)
Article 2(4) of the UN Charter requires all members to refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state. Pakistan frequently cites this article in its diplomatic stance on regional and global security issues.
5
In 2025, which international body's President visited Pakistan and praised the 'Kartarpur Corridor' as a model for inter-faith harmony?
Answer:
UN General Assembly
The President of the UN General Assembly visited Pakistan in early 2025. During the visit, they described the Kartarpur Corridor as a landmark project for 'Religious Diplomacy' and people-to-people contact in South Asia, encouraging further regional peace initiatives.
6
Pakistan’s 'Peacekeeping' contribution in which African country was the largest single deployment in its history?
Answer:
Somalia
While Pakistan has served in many missions, its deployment in Somalia (UNOSOM) in the early 1990s was one of its most challenging and largest. Pakistani troops were instrumental in protecting humanitarian aid during the civil war and famine in the region.
7
Which UN body regulates the 'Radio Frequencies' used by Pakistani satellites like PakSat-MM1?
Answer:
ITU
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a specialized UN agency, is responsible for the global coordination of radio spectrum and satellite orbits. Pakistan works closely with the ITU to secure slots and frequencies for its national space program.
8
The 2023 'Geneva Conference' co-hosted by Pakistan and the UN was officially titled:
Answer:
International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan
Co-hosted by PM Shahbaz Sharif and UN SG Antonio Guterres, the Geneva Conference aimed to mobilize international support for the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation, and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) following the 2022 floods.
9
Which Pakistani official was elected to the UN's Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities for 2023-2026?
Answer:
A senior diplomat / legal expert
Pakistan's membership in this committee reflects its commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. It allows Pakistan to help shape international standards for the inclusion and protection of millions of people with disabilities.
10
Pakistan’s 'Geo-economics' doctrine presented at the UN emphasizes which of the following?
Answer:
Regional connectivity, trade, and development
Pakistan's shift toward geo-economics means prioritizing its location as a transit hub. In UN forums, Pakistan presents this shift as a way to promote regional stability and to achieve the SDGs through trade corridors like CPEC and links to Central Asia.