Pakistan Studies

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

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

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 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.

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 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.

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.

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah prepared the Fourteen Points in 1929 as a political proposal to safeguard Muslim political rights in British India. He did so in close consultation with senior Muslim leaders such as Aga Khan III and Sir Mian Muhammad Shafi. Liaquat Ali Khan, a close associate of Jinnah and a prominent Muslim League leader, helped Jinnah in the preparation of these points. The other options, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, Allama Iqbal, and Maulana Muhammad Ali Johar, were important figures but were not directly involved in preparing the Fourteen Points. Therefore, the correct answer is D, Liaquat Ali Khan.

Karachi is known as the Gateway of Pakistan because it is the country's largest city and main seaport, serving as the primary entry point for trade and commerce.

Lal Suhanra National Park is located near Bahawalpur in Punjab, Pakistan. It is one of the largest national parks in the country and a well-known wildlife sanctuary.

Khojak Tunnel is located in Balochistan, Pakistan. It is a famous railway tunnel near Chaman in the province of Balochistan.

The book "Friends Not Masters" was written by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, who was a prominent educator and reformer. The other options are notable Pakistani leaders but did not author this book.

Khairpur district in Sindh is well-known for its extensive cultivation of date palms, making it famous for this fruit in the region.

The Chishti Order was founded by Shaikh Abu Al Najib in 940 AD. Khawaja Abu Ishaq Shami is credited with bringing the order to India, but he was not the founder. Therefore, option C is correct.

Ajodhanpur is the old name of Pakpattan, a city in Punjab, Pakistan. Historical and multiple educational sources confirm that Pakpattan was originally known as Ajodhan or Ajodhanpur before it was renamed Pakpattan. Therefore, the correct answer is option C, Pakpattan.

The first and only Pakistani to serve as Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was Syed Sharifuddin Pirzada. He held the position from 1985 to 1988. Muneer Akram, although a prominent Pakistani diplomat, never served as Secretary General of the OIC. The other options listed have not held this position either.

Hyderabad is widely recognized as the cultural capital of Sindh due to its rich history, heritage, and cultural significance in the region.

The title of Viceroy was dropped by the Government of India Act 1935, which introduced provincial autonomy and laid the groundwork for the eventual end of British rule. The Act of Partition 1947 ended British rule but did not specifically address the title of Viceroy, and the Act of 1919 did not involve dropping this title.

Pakistan's first LNG terminal is located at Port Qasim, which is the main port near Karachi and serves as the country's primary LNG import facility.

Azad Jammu Kashmir currently has 9 districts. Therefore, option B is correct, while option C (10) is incorrect.

Imam Shah Waliullah was born on 21 January 1703. This date is historically documented and widely accepted in scholarly sources.

Katas Raj Temple is a famous Hindu temple complex located near Chakwal in Punjab, Pakistan. It is well-known for its historical and religious significance in the region.

The Supreme Judicial Council of Pakistan consists of the Chief Justice of Pakistan, the two next most senior judges of the Supreme Court, and the two most senior Chief Justices of High Courts, making option D correct as it includes all these members.