Pakistan Studies

Muhammad bin Qasim, the Umayyad general who conquered Sindh, died in 716 AD. Historical records generally place his death in that year, making option B the correct choice.

Kolachi is widely recognized as the most popular spot on Do Darya, known for its vibrant atmosphere and variety of dining options, making it a favorite among visitors.

Nawab Khwaja Salimullah is historically recognized as the founder of the All India Muslim League in 1906, which played a crucial role in the political mobilization of Muslims in British India.

Bahria Icon Tower is the tallest building in Karachi, standing taller than other listed buildings such as HBL, MCB Tower, and Bakt Tower. It is a well-known landmark in the city.

Lawrence Gardens in Lahore was named after Sir John Lawrence, who was the Governor of Punjab. He was responsible for the establishment of the garden, making option C the correct answer.

Pakistan has seven major deserts, including the Thar Desert (which extends into Pakistan as the Pat Desert and Cholistan Desert), the Thal Desert, and several deserts in Balochistan such as the Kharan Desert, Chagai Desert, and Makran Desert. This aligns with authoritative geographic sources confirming there are seven major deserts in Pakistan, making option B the correct answer.

Younas Khan Sports Complex is located in Bannu, which is a city in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The other options are either regions or countries, not the specific city where the complex is situated.

The first Urdu newspaper, Jam-i-Jahan Numa, was published in Calcutta in 1822, making Calcutta the correct answer. This newspaper played a significant role in the development of Urdu journalism in the Indian subcontinent.

The 13th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan was enacted in 1997. It notably curtailed the powers of the President, including the removal of Article 58(2)(b), which had allowed the President to dissolve the National Assembly unilaterally. This amendment restored parliamentary supremacy and strengthened the Prime Minister's authority. Therefore, the correct answer is option B (1997). The original question incorrectly stated 1999 as the year of the 13th Amendment, but authoritative sources confirm it was passed in 1997.

The One Unit scheme in Pakistan was officially created in 1954 to merge the four provinces of West Pakistan into a single administrative unit. Therefore, 1954 is the correct year of creation.