Pakistan Studies

Pakistan Day is observed on 23rd March every year. This day commemorates the adoption of the Pakistan Resolution passed on 23rd March 1940, which was a significant step towards the creation of Pakistan. It also marks the proclamation of the Republic of Pakistan in 1956. Therefore, option D, 23rd March, is the correct answer.

Ayub Khan's election symbol was the 'Rose'. The option 'Red Rose' is incorrect as the official symbol was simply 'Rose'.

Allama Iqbal was born in Sialkot, which is a well-documented fact in Pakistani history. Therefore, option B is correct.

In Pakistan, the police have the authority to arrest a person without a warrant under certain circumstances, such as when a crime is committed in their presence or to prevent a crime. Members of other agencies or the general public do not have this authority without a warrant.

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) of Pakistan is headed by a Director General (DG), who is the chief executive officer responsible for overall management and operations.

The Prosecutor of an agency is typically the AD Legal (Assistant Director Legal), who handles legal prosecutions and represents the agency in legal matters. DD Law is a higher position but not usually the direct prosecutor. Therefore, option A is correct.

Recent official updates on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) indicate that the number of approved special economic zones (SEZs) has surged to 44 under the second phase of CPEC, far exceeding the previously planned 9 SEZs. This expansion reflects a significant increase in industrial cooperation and economic development efforts between China and Pakistan.

Based on the official Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority Ordinance, 2021 and related government documents, the terms and conditions of the Director General (DG) are provided in the Regulations. The DG is appointed by the Federal Government and holds office for a specified term with salary and allowances fixed by the Government. The Regulations outline the detailed rules, procedures, powers, and conditions governing the DG's position, including appointment, removal, duties, and authority. Rules and Gazette notifications are related but do not specifically contain the DG's terms and conditions. Therefore, the correct answer is B (Regulation).

Khawaja Nazimudin was the second Governor General of Pakistan, serving after Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the first Governor General. Liaqat Ali Khan was the first Prime Minister, and Allama Iqbal was a philosopher and poet, not a Governor General.

Sir Zafarullah Khan was the first President (Speaker) of the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan. Allama Iqbal and Quaid-e-Azam (Muhammad Ali Jinnah) were key figures in Pakistan's creation but did not hold this position.

The FIA Act 1974 refers to the Federal Investigation Agency Act of 1974, which established the Federal Investigation Agency in Pakistan. Therefore, option A is correct.

In the 1970 general elections of Pakistan, the main political parties were the Awami League and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). These two parties dominated the political landscape during that election.

Provincial Police in Pakistan are constituted under the Police Act of 1861, which is the foundational legislation for police forces in the provinces. The year 1923 and 1961 are not associated with the constitution of provincial police.

Section 4 of the FIA Act 1974 specifically outlines the powers of the members of the agency, detailing their authority and responsibilities. Therefore, option B correctly describes Section 4.

According to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Act 1974 and the FIA Investigation Rules 1975, the seizure of property by the FIA must be authorized through a written order, such as a seizure or search warrant signed by the Director General or an authorized officer. This written order must specify the property to be seized and the legal authority for the seizure. Verbal orders are not legally sufficient or recognized for such actions. Therefore, a member can order the seizure of a property only in written form to ensure legal validity and proper documentation.

According to the FIA Act and related rules, the Director General (DG) of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) is empowered with the full range of powers conferred on an Inspector General (IG) of Police under the Police Act, 1861. This means the DG FIA exercises authority equivalent to an IG of Police, not an Inspector or DPO. The DG FIA can investigate, arrest, search, seize property, conduct inquiries, summon persons and witnesses, and direct prosecutions. This is supported by the FIA Act 1974, FIA Investigation Rules 1975, and FIA (Inquiries and Investigations) Rules 2002, which also authorize the DG to command FIA officers and manage the agency's administrative and operational functions.

The term 'Public Servant' is defined under Section 23 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) 1860, not Section 21. This section specifies who is considered a public servant for legal purposes.

Allama Iqbal, the national poet of Pakistan, was born in Sialkot. This is a well-documented historical fact, making option B the correct answer.

FIA stands for Federal Investigation Agency, which is the principal investigative agency in Pakistan responsible for border control, criminal investigation, counter-intelligence, and security.

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) of Pakistan is constituted by the Federal Government, which establishes and governs it under the FIA Act. Therefore, option B is correct.

Section 7 of the FIA Act 1974 specifically deals with the delegation of powers by the Director-General or other officers, allowing them to delegate their authority to subordinate officers as necessary.

Under the FIA Act and general law enforcement rules in Pakistan, only officers not below the rank of Sub-Inspector have the authority to arrest. The public and any officer without this rank do not have this power legally.

The FIA Act applies to both citizens and civil servants as it governs investigation and enforcement related to federal crimes in Pakistan, affecting all individuals under its jurisdiction.

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Act of 1974 is the governing legislation for the FIA in Pakistan. Section 6 of the FIA Act specifically describes the powers of the members of the agency, including their authority to investigate offences, enter and search premises, arrest without warrant, summon witnesses, and prosecute offences. This section outlines the legal powers granted to FIA officers such as the Director-General and other appointed members. Therefore, the correct answer is Section 6, option C.

The Indus Water Treaty was officially signed on 19 September 1960 in Karachi by Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Pakistani President Ayub Khan, with the World Bank acting as a third-party mediator. Multiple authoritative sources including the World Bank, Encyclopaedia Britannica, and the Ministry of External Affairs of India confirm this date. The confusion about 20 September arises from some sources mentioning time zone differences, but the historically recognized and official signing date is 19 September 1960.