Pakistan Studies

Our Pakistan Studies MCQs category features a comprehensive collection of multiple choice questions that cover various topics related to the history, culture, geography, politics, and economy of Pakistan. These MCQs are designed to help students and professionals improve their knowledge and prepare for exams.

    First in Pakistan
    Who was the first DG ISPR of Pakistan Army?

    Shahbaz Khan (شہباز خان) was the first director-general of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) directorate, from its founding in May 1949 to July 1952. He was succeeded in the post by commander Maqbool Hussain.

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    Pakistan Affairs: Events After 1947
    When did General Zia-ul-Haq die in an air crash?
    General Zia-ul-Haq, the sixth President of Pakistan, died in an air crash on August 17, 1988. He was 64 years old. The plane, a C-130 Hercules, was carrying Zia, the U.S. ambassador to Pakistan, Arnold Raphel, and a number of other high-ranking Pakistani officials. It crashed near Bahawalpur, Pakistan, shortly after takeoff. The cause of the crash has never been definitively determined, but there are a number of theories, including sabotage and mechanical failure. Zia’s death was a major blow to Pakistan, and his legacy remains controversial. Some Pakistanis view him as a hero who helped to modernize the country, while others see him as a dictator who suppressed dissent.
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    Sindh Study
    Which was the old name of Hyderabad?
    The old name of Hyderabad was Neroon Kot. It was a small fishing village on the banks of the Indus River. It was founded by a Hindu ruler named Neroon. Later, it was conquered by the Kalhora dynasty and renamed Hyderabad.
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    Pakistan Provinces
    What is Uch famous for?
    Uch is a historic city in the southern part of Pakistan’s Punjab province. It is famous for its tombs of saints. Uch was a regional metropolitan centre between the 12th and 17th centuries, and became refuge for Muslim religious scholars fleeing persecution from other lands. Though Uch is now a relatively small city, it is renowned for its intact historic urban fabric, and for its collection of shrines dedicated to Muslim mystics(Sufis) from the 12-15th centuries that are embellished with extensive tile work, and were built in the distinct architectural style of southern Punjab.
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    Pakistan Affairs: Events After 1947
    When did General Ayub Khan abrogate the constitution of 1956?
    General Ayub Khan abrogated the constitution of 1956 in 1958. He was the Commander-in-Chief of the Pakistan Army and imposed martial law in the country. He dissolved the National and Provincial Assemblies, and declared Martial Law, on 7th October 1958. He appointed himself as the President of Pakistan and abrogated the 1956 Constitution. He ruled the country through a military dictatorship until 1969.
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    Pakistan Affairs: Independence Struggle (1857 to 1947)
    Who founded the Arya Samaj?
    Arya Samaj was founded by Swami Dayanand Sarasvati in 1875. He was a Hindu social reformer who believed that Hinduism had become corrupted over time and needed to be purified. He founded the Arya Samaj to promote the teachings of the Vedas, the oldest Hindu scriptures, and to reform Hindu society.
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    Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
    Who analyzed the causes of the uprising of 1857 and advocated a reconciliation between the British and the Muslims?
    Sir Syed Ahmad Khan analyzed the causes of the uprising of 1857 and advocated a reconciliation between the British and the Muslims. He believed that the uprising was a result of a number of factors, including the misrule of the East India Company, the religious and cultural differences between the British and the Muslims, and the lack of education among the Muslims. He argued that the only way to prevent future uprisings was to improve the education of the Muslims and to build bridges between the two communities.
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    Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
    In which city did Sir Syed Ahmad Khan establish a school in 1859?
    Sir Syed Ahmad Khan established a school in Muradabad in 1859. He was an Indian Muslim scholar, educationist, and reformer who is considered one of the founders of modern education in India. He founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College, which later became Aligarh Muslim University.
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    Tughlaq Dynasty
    Who was the ruler of India when Timur invaded in 1398?
    Timur invaded India during the reign of Nasiruddin Mahmud. Timur was a Central Asian conqueror who ruled from 1370 to 1405. He invaded India in 1398 and defeated the Delhi Sultanate, led by Nasiruddin Mahmud. Timur’s invasion was a major turning point in Indian history, and it led to the decline of the Delhi Sultanate.
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    Famous Personalities of Pakistan
    Who led the funeral prayer of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah?
    Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani led the funeral prayer of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He was a prominent Islamic scholar and politician who served as the Grand Mufti of Pakistan from 1947 to 1951. He was also a close associate of Quaid-e-Azam and played a key role in the creation of Pakistan.
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