Pakistan Studies

Jasmine was chosen as the national flower of Pakistan in 1951. Therefore, option A is correct, and option B is incorrect.

At the Delhi Durbar on December 12, 1911, King George V announced the annulment (reversal) of the 1905 partition of Bengal, reuniting the province. He also announced the creation of a new province of Bihar and Orissa and the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi. The policy of separate electorates for Muslims had already been introduced earlier by the Indian Councils Act of 1909 (Morley-Minto Reforms) and was not newly announced at the Durbar. Therefore, the correct answer is A, the annulment of the partition of Bengal.

Historically, the old walled city of Lahore was enclosed by thirteen gates. These gates were built during the Mughal era, particularly under Emperor Akbar's reign, to protect and regulate access to the city. While some gates have been destroyed or rebuilt over time, the original number of gates was thirteen, making option C (13 Gates) the correct answer.

The first women's university in Pakistan is the Balochistan University of Women, located in Quetta. Therefore, the correct answer is Quetta, option C.

The book "Muslim League Yesterday and Today" was written by G. Allana, a prominent historian and politician. Therefore, option A is correct.

The book "Causes of Indian Revolt" was written by William Adam, who analyzed the reasons behind the 1857 uprising. The other options are notable figures but did not author this work.

In Pakistan, the President is the ceremonial head of state, while the Prime Minister is the head of government. Therefore, the correct answer is President.

The Simla Deputation of 1906 primarily demanded the establishment of separate electorates for Muslims to ensure their political representation and safeguard their interests under British rule. This demand was a key step leading to the creation of separate Muslim political identity.

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah proposed amendments to the Nehru Report in 1928 to safeguard Muslim political rights, including proportional representation in Punjab and Bengal, one-third representation in the central legislature, and that residuary powers be given to the provinces. All these points are reflected in options A, B, and C, making D the correct answer.

The memorial stamp issued on Arfa Karim's birthday in 2012 was of Rs 7 denomination. This is a known fact commemorating her achievements as the youngest Microsoft Certified Professional.

Duddar Lead-Zinc Mine is located in the Lasbela district of Balochistan, Pakistan, making option B the correct answer.

Akhori Dam is located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan, making option D the correct answer.

Lowari Pass is the mountain pass that connects Dir and Chitral in Pakistan, making option B the correct answer.

Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai was a famous Sindhi poet who lived from 1690 to 1752. His life and poetic work primarily belong to the 18th century. Therefore, the correct century is the 18th century, which corresponds to option C.

Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy and the last Governor-General of British India, overseeing the transition of British India to independence in 1947.

The Pakistan National Alliance (PNA) was formed in 1977 as a coalition of opposition parties against the government of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, aiming to challenge his rule and demand his resignation.

Shah Jehan is known as the 'Master Builder' because of his extensive architectural contributions, including the construction of the Taj Mahal and other significant Mughal structures.

Pakistan's independence was first announced through Radio Karachi on August 14, 1947. Karachi was the capital of Pakistan at the time, and the announcement was broadcast from there, making option C correct.

The shrines of Shah Rukn Aalam, Shah Shams, and Mai Maharban are all located in Multan, which is known as the City of Saints in Pakistan.

Urdu was declared the national language of Pakistan in the 1956 Constitution, which was the first constitution of Pakistan. Although Pakistan was created in 1947, Urdu was not officially designated as the national language until 1956.

The Pakistan National Alliance (PNA), formed in 1977, was a coalition of 9 opposition parties initially, but later sources commonly cite it as comprising 13 parties. The most widely accepted figure is 13 parties, making option C correct.

Sindh was annexed by the British East India Company on 17 February 1843 following the Battle of Miani, making option B the correct date.

Simli Dam is built on the Kurang River in Pakistan. Therefore, option B is correct, not D (Soan River).

King Porus was the ruler of the kingdom located between the rivers Jhelum and Chenab during the time of Alexander the Great's invasion. He is historically known for his battle against Alexander at the Battle of the Hydaspes (Jhelum River).

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah became the President of the first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on 10 August 1947, shortly before Pakistan's independence on 14 August 1947. This date is historically documented as when he assumed the presidency of the assembly.