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Who financed the Indus Basin Replacement Works under the Indus Waters Treaty?

  • A Pakistan alone
  • B World Bank and an international consortium
  • C India alone
  • D Asian Development Bank only
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Correct Answer: Option B — World Bank and an international consortium
Explanation: The Indus Basin Replacement Works were financed through the Indus Basin Development Fund, which was supported by the World Bank along with an international consortium of donor countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and West Germany. The funding helped Pakistan construct major dams, barrages, and link canals to replace water supplies affected by the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty.
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Which Articles of the Constitution of Pakistan guarantee the Fundamental Rights of citizens?

  • A Articles 8–28
  • B Articles 40–60
  • C Articles 32–45
  • D Articles 90–120
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Correct Answer: Option A — Articles 8–28
Explanation: The Constitution of Pakistan guarantees the Fundamental Rights of citizens in Articles 8 to 28. These provisions protect essential rights such as equality before the law, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, protection against discrimination, security of person, fair trial, and the right to education. These constitutional safeguards ensure the protection of individual liberties and promote justice and the rule of law.
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What is the name of Pakistan's oldest and most prestigious civil service examination?

  • A CSS Central Superior Services
  • B NTS test
  • C PMS exam
  • D FPSC departmental test
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Correct Answer: Option A — CSS Central Superior Services
Explanation: The Central Superior Services CSS examination conducted by the Federal Public Service Commission is Pakistan's oldest and most prestigious civil service examination for federal government positions.
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Which amendment to Pakistan's constitution is associated with major devolution of powers to provinces?

  • A 8th Amendment
  • B 18th Amendment
  • C 17th Amendment
  • D 21st Amendment
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Correct Answer: Option B — 18th Amendment
Explanation: The 18th Constitutional Amendment passed in 2010 significantly devolved administrative financial and legislative powers from the federal government to the provincial governments.
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Which constitutional document governs Pakistan today?

  • A 1973 Constitution
  • B 1956 Constitution
  • C 1962 Constitution
  • D Government of India Act 1935
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Correct Answer: Option A — 1973 Constitution
Explanation: Pakistan's 1973 Constitution is the current governing document establishing a parliamentary federal system and has been in operation with various amendments since its enactment.
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Who founded the Pakistan National Movement?

  • A Allama Iqbal
  • B Sir Agha Khan
  • C Choudhry Rahmat Ali
  • D Liaquat Ali Khan
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Correct Answer: Option C — Choudhry Rahmat Ali
Explanation: Choudhry Rahmat Ali founded the Pakistan National Movement in the early 1930s while studying at the University of Cambridge. He is best known for coining the name "Pakistan" in his famous pamphlet Now or Never (1933). The movement advocated the creation of a separate homeland for Muslims in the northwestern regions of British India, contributing to the ideological development of the Pakistan Movement.
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Which is the largest earth-filled dam in the world?

  • A Mangla Dam
  • B Diamer-Bhasha Dam
  • C Tarbela Dam
  • D Hoover Dam
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Correct Answer: Option C — Tarbela Dam
Explanation: Tarbela Dam, located on the Indus River in Pakistan, is widely recognized as one of the world's largest earth-filled dams. Completed in 1976, it plays a crucial role in hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and flood control. The dam has significantly contributed to Pakistan's agriculture and energy sectors by providing water storage and renewable electricity.
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What is the present-day name of East Pakistan?

  • A India
  • B China
  • C Eurape
  • D Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: Option D — Bangladesh
Explanation: East Pakistan became the independent country of Bangladesh in 1971 after the Bangladesh Liberation War. Before independence, Pakistan consisted of two geographically separated regions: West Pakistan and East Pakistan. Following independence, East Pakistan adopted the name Bangladesh, which means “Land of Bengal,” and became a sovereign nation recognized by the international community.
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Which of the following lies to the south of Pakistan?

  • A Indian ocean
  • B China
  • C Arbian Sea
  • D Straight of Hormuz
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Correct Answer: Option A — Indian ocean
Explanation: Pakistan is located in South Asia. Its southern border meets the Arabian Sea, which is a part of the Indian Ocean. In general geography questions, the Indian Ocean is considered the major water body lying to the south of Pakistan. China lies to the north, while the Strait of Hormuz is located southwest of Pakistan near the Persian Gulf.
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What is the name of the land between the Jhelum and Chenab rivers?

  • A Gandhara
  • B Chaj Doab
  • C Harappa
  • D Rechna Doab
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Correct Answer: Option B — Chaj Doab
Explanation: A Doab is a tract of land between two rivers. The area located between the Jhelum River and the Chenab River is called Chaj Doab. The name is derived from the first syllables of Chenab (Cha) and Jhelum (J). This fertile region lies in Punjab and is important for agriculture, irrigation, and settlement patterns in Pakistan.
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When was the first Martial Law imposed in Pakistan?

  • A October 7, 1958
  • B October 7, 1959
  • C October 7, 1960
  • D October 7, 1961
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Correct Answer: Option A — October 7, 1958
Explanation: Pakistan's first Martial Law was imposed on October 7, 1958, by President Iskander Mirza, who abrogated the 1956 Constitution, dissolved the national and provincial assemblies, and declared Martial Law. Shortly afterward, General Muhammad Ayub Khan, the Commander-in-Chief of the Army, assumed power and became the country's military ruler, marking the beginning of Pakistan's first period of military governance.
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Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the total value of all final goods and services produced where?

  • A Produced within the geographical boundaries of a country during a month
  • B Produced by farmers and industries of a country during a year
  • C Produced outside the country by its citizens during a year
  • D Produced within the geographical boundaries of a country during a year
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Correct Answer: Option D — Produced within the geographical boundaries of a country during a year
Explanation: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures the total market value of all final goods and services produced within a country's geographical boundaries during a specific period, usually one year. GDP is an important indicator of economic performance and growth. It includes production by both domestic and foreign-owned businesses operating inside the country but excludes goods and services produced outside its borders.
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Who was the last Mughal emperor of India?

  • A Shah Alam II
  • B Akbar
  • C Bahadur Shah Zafar
  • D Aurangzeb Alamgir
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Correct Answer: Option C — Bahadur Shah Zafar
Explanation: Bahadur Shah Zafar was the last Mughal emperor of India. He ruled from 1837 to 1857 and is also remembered as a distinguished Urdu poet. After the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the British deposed him, ended the Mughal Empire, and exiled him to Rangoon (now Yangon, Myanmar), where he spent the rest of his life.
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Harappa is an archaeological site associated with which ancient civilization?

  • A Egyptian Civilization
  • B Indus Valley Civilization
  • C Mesopotamian Civilization
  • D Greek Civilization
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Correct Answer: Option B — Indus Valley Civilization
Explanation: Harappa is one of the major archaeological sites of the Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world's earliest urban civilizations. Located in present-day Punjab, Pakistan, Harappa flourished around 2600–1900 BCE. The site is known for its advanced city planning, drainage systems, standardized bricks, and evidence of organized trade and social structure, highlighting the sophistication of this ancient civilization.
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Which ocean contains the Arabian Sea?

  • A Indian ocean
  • B Southern Ocean
  • C Atlantic Ocean
  • D Pacific Ocean
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Correct Answer: Option A — Indian ocean
Explanation: The Arabian Sea is a northwestern part of the Indian Ocean. It lies between the Arabian Peninsula and the Indian subcontinent, bordering countries such as Pakistan, India, Oman, and Yemen. The Arabian Sea is an important maritime route for international trade and has played a significant role in commerce and cultural exchange throughout history.
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Pakistan Resolution was passed on which date?

  • A March 22, 1940
  • B March 23, 1940
  • C March 24, 1940
  • D March 25, 1940
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Correct Answer: Option B — March 23, 1940
Explanation: The Pakistan Resolution (Lahore Resolution) was passed on March 23, 1940 at the All India Muslim League session in Lahore. This date is celebrated as Pakistan Day.
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Where is K-2, the second highest peak in the world, located?

  • A Karakoram Range
  • B Himalayas Range
  • C Hindu Kush Range
  • D Sulaiman Range
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Correct Answer: Option A — Karakoram Range
Explanation: K-2 (8,611 m) is located in the Karakoram Range in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. It is the second highest mountain in the world after Mount Everest.
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In which year was the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 enforced?

  • A August 14, 1973
  • B March 23, 1973
  • C October 20, 1958
  • D August 14, 1947
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Correct Answer: Option A — August 14, 1973
Explanation: The Constitution of Pakistan 1973 was enforced on August 14, 1973. It was the third constitution of Pakistan and is still in force today.
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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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