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Which national language is recognized as Pakistan's official language alongside English?

  • A Punjabi
  • B Sindhi
  • C Urdu
  • D Pashto
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Correct Answer: Option C — Urdu
Explanation: Urdu is the national language of Pakistan as declared by the Constitution, serving as a unifying linguistic identity, while English remains the official language for administrative purposes.
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Which institution is Pakistan's central bank?

  • A National Bank of Pakistan
  • B State Bank of Pakistan
  • C Habib Bank Limited
  • D Bank of Punjab
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Correct Answer: Option B — State Bank of Pakistan
Explanation: The State Bank of Pakistan, established in 1948, functions as the country's central bank, responsible for monetary policy, currency issuance, and financial sector regulation.
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Who is known as the founder of Pakistan's nuclear weapons program?

  • A Abdul Salam
  • B Abdus Salam
  • C Abdul Qadeer Khan
  • D Munir Ahmad Khan
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Correct Answer: Option C — Abdul Qadeer Khan
Explanation: Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan is widely credited as the key figure behind Pakistan's uranium enrichment program, which contributed significantly to the country's nuclear weapons capability.
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Who was the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?

  • A Khawaja Nazimuddin
  • B Liaquat Ali Khan
  • C Chaudhry Muhammad Ali
  • D Hussain Shaheed Suhrawardy
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Correct Answer: Option B — Liaquat Ali Khan
Explanation: Liaquat Ali Khan served as Pakistan's first Prime Minister from 1947 until his assassination in 1951, playing a key role in early state-building and the Objectives Resolution.
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Which mountain pass connects Pakistan with Afghanistan?

  • A Khunjerab Pass
  • B Khyber Pass
  • C Bolan Pass
  • D Lowari Pass
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Correct Answer: Option B — Khyber Pass
Explanation: The Khyber Pass is the historic and strategically significant route connecting Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province with Afghanistan, used for centuries by traders and invaders alike.
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Which city is known as the 'City of Gardens'?

  • A Multan
  • B Lahore
  • C Peshawar
  • D Quetta
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Correct Answer: Option B — Lahore
Explanation: Lahore is historically called the 'City of Gardens' due to its Mughal-era gardens such as Shalimar Gardens, reflecting the city's rich architectural and horticultural heritage.
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Pakistan's coastline lies along which sea?

  • A Mediterranean Sea
  • B Red Sea
  • C Arabian Sea
  • D Caspian Sea
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Correct Answer: Option C — Arabian Sea
Explanation: Pakistan has a coastline of approximately 1,046 kilometers along the Arabian Sea, with major ports at Karachi, Port Qasim, and Gwadar serving its maritime trade.
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Which river is the longest in Pakistan?

  • A Jhelum
  • B Chenab
  • C Ravi
  • D Indus
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Correct Answer: Option D — Indus
Explanation: The Indus River, stretching over 3,000 kilometers, is the longest river in Pakistan and forms the backbone of the country's irrigation and agricultural system.
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Which province of Pakistan has the highest population?

  • A Sindh
  • B Punjab
  • C Balochistan
  • D Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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Correct Answer: Option B — Punjab
Explanation: Punjab is Pakistan's most populous province, home to more than half of the country's population, and is also its political and agricultural heartland.
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Pakistan separated East Pakistan in which year, forming Bangladesh?

  • A 1969
  • B 1970
  • C 1971
  • D 1972
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Correct Answer: Option C — 1971
Explanation: East Pakistan seceded to become Bangladesh in December 1971 following a civil war and Indian military intervention, marking a major turning point in Pakistan's history.
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Who was the first Governor-General of Pakistan?

  • A Liaquat Ali Khan
  • B Muhammad Ali Jinnah
  • C Khawaja Nazimuddin
  • D Ghulam Muhammad
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Correct Answer: Option B — Muhammad Ali Jinnah
Explanation: Muhammad Ali Jinnah served as the first Governor-General of Pakistan from 14 August 1947 until his death on 11 September 1948, guiding the new state through its formative challenges.
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Pakistan came into existence on which date?

  • A 14 August 1947
  • B 15 August 1947
  • C 23 March 1947
  • D 11 August 1947
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Correct Answer: Option A — 14 August 1947
Explanation: Pakistan emerged as an independent state on 14 August 1947 following the partition of British India, ending nearly two centuries of colonial rule.
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What is the currency of Pakistan?

  • A Taka
  • B Rupee
  • C Dinar
  • D Pound
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Correct Answer: Option B — Rupee
Explanation: Pakistani Rupee (PKR) is the official currency of Pakistan. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is the central bank that regulates the monetary policy.
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Which city is the capital of Pakistan?

  • A Lahore
  • B Karachi
  • C Islamabad
  • D Rawalpindi
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Correct Answer: Option C — Islamabad
Explanation: Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan. It was built as a planned city and became the capital in 1966, replacing Karachi.
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Which river is known as the "Father of Rivers" in Pakistan?

  • A River Chenab
  • B River Ravi
  • C River Indus
  • D River Jhelum
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Correct Answer: Option C — River Indus
Explanation: River Indus (Sindhu) is known as the Father of Rivers in Pakistan. It is the longest river in Pakistan and flows through the entire country.
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What is the national language of Pakistan?

  • A Punjabi
  • B Sindhi
  • C Urdu
  • D Pashto
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Correct Answer: Option C — Urdu
Explanation: Urdu is the national language of Pakistan as declared in the Constitution of Pakistan 1973, Article 251.
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Who was the first Governor General of Pakistan?

  • A Liaquat Ali Khan
  • B Khawaja Nazimuddin
  • C Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
  • D Iskander Mirza
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Correct Answer: Option C — Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
Explanation: Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the first Governor General of Pakistan. He served from August 14, 1947 until his death on September 11, 1948.
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When did Pakistan gain independence?

  • A August 14, 1946
  • B August 14, 1947
  • C August 15, 1947
  • D August 14, 1948
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Correct Answer: Option B — August 14, 1947
Explanation: Pakistan gained independence on August 14, 1947, when the British Indian Empire was partitioned into two independent nations: Pakistan and India.
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