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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. 

How many amendments were proposed by Jinnah in the Nehru Report?
A Two
B Three
C Four
D Seven
Correct Answer: Three
Explanation:

  • All-Parties Conference in Calcutta in December 1928
  • Muhammad Ali Jinnah proposed three amendments to the Nehru Report to safeguard Muslim interests.
  • These included one-third Muslim representation in the central legislature,, reservation for Muslims in Punjab and Bengal, and vesting residuary powers in the provinces. 

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. 

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.

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.

Khunjerab Pass serves as a border crossing between Pakistan and which country?
A India
B Afghanistan
C China
D Iran
Correct Answer: China
Where is Derawar Fort located?
A Thar Desert
B Cholistan Desert
C Sulaiman range
D Kharan Desert
Correct Answer: Cholistan Desert
Explanation:

  • Derawar Fort is located in the Cholistan Desert, near Bahawalpur in Punjab, Pakistan.

  • It sits about 100 km south of Bahawalpur city and is one of the largest and most impressive forts in the region, famous for its massive square walls and 40 bastions.