Pakistan Studies

Sadiq Sanjrani has been serving as the Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan since 2018 and continues to hold the position as of 2026. The other options are former or different political figures who have not held this position recently.

Tarbela Dam is the largest dam in Pakistan by volume and reservoir capacity, making it the correct answer. Mangla Dam is also large but smaller than Tarbela. Kalabagh Dam is a proposed project and not yet built, and Warsak Dam is smaller in comparison.

The national sport of Pakistan is field hockey, which has a rich history and has brought the country international recognition. While cricket is very popular, it is not the official national sport.

Pakistan's official primary intelligence agency is the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), which is responsible for intelligence and security operations. The other options are different agencies with distinct roles: IB (Intelligence Bureau), FIA (Federal Investigation Agency), and NAB (National Accountability Bureau).

Maryam Nawaz Sharif became the first woman to serve as Chief Minister of Punjab, Pakistan, when she assumed office on 26 February 2024. She is a senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Benazir Bhutto was the first female Prime Minister of Pakistan but never served as Chief Minister of Punjab. The other options have not held the position of Chief Minister of Punjab.

The Chief Justice of Pakistan is appointed by the President of Pakistan, as per the Constitution of Pakistan. The President holds the authority to appoint judges to the Supreme Court, including the Chief Justice.

Karachi is popularly known as the "City of Lights" due to its vibrant nightlife and extensive illumination compared to other Pakistani cities.

The National Assembly of Pakistan is known as the Lower House of Parliament, while the Senate is the Upper House. The Supreme Court is the highest judicial body, and Provincial Assemblies are legislative bodies at the provincial level.

Pakistan currently has four provinces: Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. This is a well-established fact in Pakistan's administrative structure.

The Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in Pakistan, having ultimate appellate jurisdiction and constitutional authority over all other courts.

In Pakistan, maintaining law and order is primarily the responsibility of the police and other law enforcement agencies, which operate under provincial governments. While the federal government and military may assist in certain situations, the day-to-day enforcement is handled by police forces.

Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan, serving as the political and administrative center of the country. Karachi, Lahore, and Peshawar are major cities but not the capital.

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is the constitutional body responsible for conducting General Elections in Pakistan, ensuring free and fair elections. The other options are legislative or judicial bodies not involved in election administration.

As of 2024 and continuing into 2026, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq is the current Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan. He was elected as Speaker in 2024 and remains in office as per the latest available information. The other options, Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, Asad Qaiser, and the duplicate name Sardar Ayaz Sadiq (C), are either former speakers or incorrect. Therefore, the correct answer is B, Ayaz Sadiq.

Punjab is the most populous province of Pakistan, with a significantly larger population than the other provinces. This makes it the correct answer to the question about the largest population by province.

The oath of office to the Prime Minister of Pakistan is administered by the President of Pakistan, as per the Constitution of Pakistan.

As of 2024, Sikandar Sultan Raja is the current Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan. The other options are former or unrelated officials.

Balochistan is the largest province of Pakistan by land area, covering about 44% of the country's total area, which is significantly larger than Sindh, Punjab, or Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Faisalabad is the third most populated city in Pakistan, after Karachi and Lahore. Therefore, the correct answer is '3rd'.

Estimates of depression prevalence in Pakistan vary across studies due to differences in methodology, sample size, and diagnostic criteria. However, many aggregated reports suggest that around 30% or slightly above of the population may experience depression or related mental health conditions. Among the given options, 31% is the most commonly cited approximate figure.

CPEC stands for China Pakistan Economic Corridor, which is a major infrastructure project between China and Pakistan aimed at improving connectivity and economic integration.

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was established in 1969 in Rabat, Morocco. At the time of its formation, it had 25 founding member states. It is the second-largest intergovernmental organization after the United Nations.

The Khyber Pass has historically been known as the gateway for invaders entering the Indian subcontinent from Central Asia, making it the correct answer.

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah joined the All India Muslim League in 1913, marking the beginning of his active political career with the party that later played a crucial role in the creation of Pakistan.

Labour Day, also known as International Workers' Day, is observed globally on 1st May to honor the labor movement and workers' rights. Therefore, option C (1st May) is correct.