Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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1
At the time of the 1949 ceasefire, approximately how much of the original princely state's territory remained with Pakistan?
Answer:
35%
At the end of the war, Pakistan held about 35% of the total land area of Jammu and Kashmir, consisting of Azad Kashmir and the Northern Areas (Gilgit-Baltistan). India held the remaining 65%, including the populous Kashmir Valley, Jammu, and Ladakh.
2
Which river valley served as the main invasion route for the tribes into the Kashmir Valley?
Answer:
Jhelum Valley
The Jhelum Valley road, connecting Rawalpindi and Muzaffarabad to Srinagar, was the primary axis of the war. Most of the major battles, including those at Muzaffarabad, Uri, and Baramulla, took place along this river valley.
3
Who was the 'Supreme Commander' of the tribal lashkars who was later arrested in the Rawalpindi Conspiracy Case?
Answer:
Major General Akbar Khan
Major General Akbar Khan, who led the Kashmir operations as 'General Tariq,' was later arrested in 1951 for his involvement in the Rawalpindi Conspiracy Case, an alleged attempt to overthrow the government of Liaquat Ali Khan.
4
The 1948 war is often called the 'First Kashmir War.' When did the second major war over Kashmir occur?
Answer:
1965
The 1965 war was the second major conflict between India and Pakistan centered on the Kashmir issue, following Operation Gibraltar. The 1971 war was primarily over East Pakistan (though fighting occurred in Kashmir), and 1999 was the limited Kargil conflict.
5
Which strategic town in the south remained under Indian control despite being surrounded by pro-Pakistan forces during much of the war?
Answer:
Poonch
Poonch city remained a besieged Indian enclave for nearly a year (November 1947 to November 1948). The Indian Army managed to keep the garrison supplied via a makeshift airstrip until a relief column (Operation Link) finally broke through the siege.
6
Which Pakistani official was Jinnah's personal secretary and later became the President of AJK?
Answer:
K.H. Khurshid
Khurshid Hasan Khurshid (K.H. Khurshid) was the personal secretary to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He was later dispatched to Kashmir to assess the situation and eventually served as the President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir from 1959 to 1964.
7
What was the primary reason for the delay in tribal forces reaching Srinagar in late October 1947?
Answer:
Stopping to loot and pillage in Baramulla
The tribal forces reached Baramulla, just 50km from Srinagar, by October 26. However, they spent several critical days in the town engaging in looting and indiscipline. This delay gave the Maharaja time to sign the accession and allowed the first Indian troops to land in Srinagar.
8
Which world body sent a group of military observers to monitor the ceasefire in 1949?
Answer:
United Nations (UNMOGIP)
The United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) was established in 1949. Its personnel are stationed on both sides of the line to report on any violations of the ceasefire agreement, and it remains one of the oldest UN peacekeeping missions.
9
The 1948 war resulted in the formation of which administrative body for the liberated northern territories?
Answer:
Gilgit-Baltistan Administration (formerly Northern Areas)
While Azad Kashmir developed its own presidency and government, the Northern Areas (Gilgit and Baltistan) were initially placed under the direct administration of the Pakistan federal government (Political Agent) due to their unique liberation history and strategic importance.
10
Which sector was the site of the 'Battle of Tithwal' where Indian forces captured a strategic town near the Kishanganga river?
Answer:
Neelum Valley/Kupwara Sector
The Battle of Tithwal (May 1948) saw Indian forces capture the strategic town of Tithwal, which overlooked the Kishanganga (Neelum) River. This victory posed a threat to the Muzaffarabad-Srinagar road, the main supply line for Pakistani forces.