Pakistan Studies

Makli Hills in Sindh are often referred to as the 'Gibraltar of Sindh' due to their historical significance and the presence of ancient tombs and monuments, similar to how Gibraltar is known for its strategic and historical importance.

The Historic Quaid-i-Azam Ziarat Residency was set alight in an arson attack by militants on June 15, 2014. This date is well documented in news reports and historical records related to the incident.

Jinnah Bagh in Larkana, Sindh, was formerly known as Das Garden. This historical name is well-documented in local history, making option A the correct answer.

The Cabinet Mission arrived in India in 1946 to discuss and plan for the transfer of power from British rule to Indian leadership. This is a well-documented historical fact.

The first U.S. diplomatic mission in Karachi was established on August 15, 1947, coinciding with Pakistan's independence. This is supported by historical records from the U.S. Department of State and other authoritative sources. The date May 15, 1947, as given in the original question, is not supported by reliable sources. Therefore, the correct answer is August 15, 1947.

The Kabul River joins the Indus River at Attock, Pakistan. This is a well-known geographical fact relevant to Pakistan Studies.

Among Jinnah's 14 points, the 9th point specifically called for the separation of Sindh from the Bombay Presidency to address the concerns of the Sindhi people. This is why option C (09) is correct.

The Right to Education in the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 is specifically described under Article 25-A, which was inserted by the Eighteenth Amendment in 2010. Article 25-A mandates that the State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children aged five to sixteen years. This constitutional provision obligates the federal and provincial governments to enact laws and policies ensuring universal free primary and secondary education. Earlier provisions such as Article 37-B and Article 38-D also relate to education but do not establish it as a fundamental right. Therefore, the correct answer is C (25-A).

Poonch District is the largest district of Azad Jammu and Kashmir by area, larger than Neelum and Muzaffarabad districts. Therefore, option A is correct.

Major General Iskander Mirza was the last Governor-General of Pakistan before the office was abolished in 1956 when Pakistan became a republic. The other options are either incorrect or not related to the position of Governor-General.