Pakistan Studies

The Hasni tribe is primarily located in Balochistan, Pakistan. This region is known for its diverse Baloch tribes, including the Hasni, making option D the correct answer.

Nurul Amin was the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly of Pakistan when the 1973 Constitution was promulgated. Khan Abdul Wali Khan was a prominent political figure but not the opposition leader at that time.

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was given the title 'Quaid-e-Azam' (Great Leader) in 1935, recognizing his leadership in the Pakistan Movement.

The Khyber Pass is featured on the reverse side of the Pakistani 10 Rupee note. It is a historic mountain pass connecting Pakistan and Afghanistan and has been an important trade and invasion route for centuries.

The book "My Brother" was written by Hajra Masroor, a noted Urdu writer. The other options are prominent figures but not the authors of this book.

Dina Wadia, the daughter of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, visited Pakistan only twice. Her second and last visit took place in 2004 during the presidency of Pervez Musharraf.

The first Constitution of Pakistan was enforced on 23 March 1956, officially declaring Pakistan an Islamic Republic. This constitution replaced the Government of India Act 1935 and marked an important milestone in Pakistan's constitutional history.

Mian Muhammad Nawaz Sharif is the longest-serving Prime Minister of Pakistan, having served three non-consecutive terms totaling over nine years, which is longer than any other prime minister in Pakistan's history.

Sindhi is considered one of the oldest languages of the region of present-day Pakistan. It traces its origins to ancient Prakrit dialects and has historical links to the Indus Valley Civilization area. While Brahui is also an ancient language, it is Dravidian in origin and distinct from the Indo-Aryan languages like Sindhi, Punjabi, and Pashto. Punjabi and Pashto are also old languages but generally considered to have developed later than Sindhi in the region. Therefore, Sindhi is widely regarded as the oldest among the given options in Pakistan.

The border between Pakistan and Afghanistan is known as the Durand Line, established in 1893 as the boundary between British India and Afghanistan. The other options refer to different borders unrelated to Pakistan and Afghanistan.

SAARC was established in 1985 to promote regional cooperation among South Asian countries in areas such as economic development, social progress, and cultural exchange. Its main goal is to enhance collaboration and mutual growth among member states.

According to the latest and most reliable sources including Wikipedia and official government data, Quetta city covers an area of approximately 3,501 square kilometers. The previously stated figure of 2,656 km² is incorrect. The area of Quetta city is closer to option B (3,702 km²) but the closest verified figure is 3,501 km², which is not exactly listed in the options. Given the options, 3,702 km² (option B) is the most accurate choice.

A Navy Captain in Pakistan Navy is equivalent to a Colonel in the Army. Both ranks are senior officer ranks and are considered equivalent across services in terms of authority and pay scale.

Lyallpur was the former name of Faisalabad, one of the major industrial cities of Pakistan. It was renamed Faisalabad in 1977 in honor of King Faisal of Saudi Arabia.

Liaquat Ali Khan was born on October 1, 1895. Therefore, on October 1, 2017, the nation celebrated his 122nd birth anniversary. This is calculated by subtracting 1895 from 2017, which equals 122. Hence, the correct answer is option D (122).

The Shah Jahan Mosque was built in Thatta during the Mughal period, known for its exquisite tile work and architecture. Thatta is historically significant as a center of Mughal architecture in Sindh, Pakistan.

Qazi Muhammad Farooq served as the Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan from 2002 to 2005. During his tenure, he supervised important electoral processes, including presidential elections, making him known for conducting two such elections.

Bakht Khan was a key military leader during the 1857 War of Independence against British rule in India. He played an important role in organizing the rebel forces in Delhi and is remembered as one of the prominent heroes of the uprising.

Christopher Lee played the role of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the film "Jinnah," which was released on 7 November 1998. This is a well-documented fact about the film's casting.

The Friendship Gate is located on the border between Pakistan and China, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries. Therefore, the correct answer is China.

Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad was launched by the Pakistan Army on 13th February 2017 to eliminate residual terrorist threats across the country. The correct date is 13th February 2017, which corresponds to option A.

Tarbela Dam is the largest earth-filled dam in Pakistan and one of the largest in the world. It is located on the Indus River and plays a key role in irrigation, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation.

Dasu Dam is located in the Upper Kohistan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), Pakistan. It is an important hydroelectric project being developed on the Indus River to help meet the country's energy needs.

The word 'Pakistan' is derived from Persian and Urdu roots meaning 'Land of the Pure' or 'Holy Land.' It was coined as an acronym representing the regions Punjab, Afghania, Kashmir, Sindh, and Baluchistan, emphasizing purity and holiness.

Bibi ka Maqbara was commissioned and built by Prince Azam Shah, the son of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his mother Dilras Banu Begum. Although Azam Shah was a prince and not an emperor, he was responsible for the construction of this monument located in Aurangabad, India. It is often called the 'Taj of the Deccan' due to its resemblance to the Taj Mahal. Aurangzeb, Azam Shah's father, commissioned the mausoleum but Azam Shah oversaw its construction. Therefore, the correct answer is Azam Shah, as he was the builder, even though he was not an emperor.