Pakistan Studies

Major General Nigar Johar was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General and appointed as Surgeon General, making her the first female Lieutenant General in the Pakistan Army. This is a significant milestone in Pakistan's military history.

The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) of Pakistan is governed by the FPSC Ordinance of 1977, which outlines its functions and authority. This ordinance replaced earlier regulations and is the current legal framework for FPSC.

The first water canal agreement on 4th May 1948 was the Inter-Dominion Agreement (also known as the Delhi Accord) signed between India and Pakistan. This agreement required India to release water through the existing Indus-basin canals into Pakistan in return for annual payments. It served as a temporary arrangement after the expiration of the Standstill Agreement on 31 March 1948 and remained effective until superseded by the Indus Waters Treaty in 1960. There was no such water canal agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan on that date. Hence, the correct answer is option B: Pakistan and India.

The Uch Gas Field is located in the province of Sindh, Pakistan, near the historic town of Uch (Uch Sharif) in the Bahawalpur District. Bahawalpur is administratively part of the Punjab province, but the Uch Gas Field itself is geographically situated in the Sindh province near the border with Punjab. Therefore, the correct answer is Sindh (option A). The original answer stating Punjab is incorrect as the field is not located within Punjab province boundaries but rather in Sindh province.

The Pothohar Plateau is known to contain deposits of rock salt, gypsum, and oil, making 'All of these' the correct answer. These mineral resources contribute to the region's economic significance.

Sir Zafarullah Khan was the first ambassador of Pakistan to the United Nations and also served as Pakistan's Foreign Minister. Ahmed Shah Patras Bokhari was a diplomat but not the first ambassador to the UNO.

Liaqat Ali Khan became the secretary of the All India Muslim League in 1937, playing a key role in the political activities of the League during that period.

Major Aziz Bhatti Shaheed was the first recipient of the Nishan-e-Haider, Pakistan's highest military award for bravery. He was awarded posthumously for his actions during the 1965 war with India.

According to the Constitution of Pakistan, the National Assembly must meet for at least 130 days in a year to conduct its legislative business effectively. This ensures sufficient time for discussion and lawmaking.

The quote by M.A. Jinnah refers to the power of the "Pen," emphasizing its ability to guide or misguide people and shape personalities. This metaphor highlights the influence of writing and communication, making option B the correct answer.

The first railway line between Karachi and Kotri was opened in 1871, marking the beginning of railway development in the region. This is a well-documented historical fact in the history of railways in Pakistan.

Makli Graveyard is located near Thatta, Pakistan. It is one of the largest necropolises in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, making Thatta the correct location.

Shaukat Ali was elected as the President of the All India Khilafat Conference held in Delhi in 1919. Mahatma Gandhi supported the Khilafat Movement but was not its president. M.A. Jinnah was involved in politics but not in this specific role.

Mast Tawakli is known as a prominent poet in the Balochi language, contributing significantly to Balochi literature and poetry traditions.

Fahmida Mirza was the first female Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, serving from 2008 to 2013. None of the other options have held this position.

Pakistan geographically connects South Asia with Central Asia through its northern borders and mountain passes, making it a bridge state between these two regions.

PNS Ghazi was a Pakistani navy submarine that saw action during the Indo-Pak wars of 1965 and 1971, making it the correct answer. The other ships listed did not have notable involvement in these wars.

Karachi is currently divided into 6 districts: Karachi East, Karachi West, Karachi South, Karachi Central, Malir, and Korangi. This administrative division is well established in recent governmental records.

Zinda Rood is the autobiography of Allama Muhammad Iqbal, written in Persian. It is not a biography but a self-narrative, making option B the correct choice.

Abdus Salam was awarded the Sitara-e-Pakistan in 1959, not 1969. This is confirmed by multiple reliable sources including his Wikipedia biography and reputable news articles. The Sitara-e-Pakistan (Star of Pakistan) was awarded to him for his outstanding contributions to science and his role in Pakistan's scientific development. The original question's answer of 1969 is incorrect and has been corrected to 1959.

The First Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan in 1974 officially declared Ahmadis as non-Muslims. This amendment specifically addressed the status of Ahmadis, making option A correct.

The Nehru Commission, also known as the committee of the All Parties Conference that prepared the Nehru Report in 1928, included two Muslim members: Sir Syed Ali Imam and Shoaib Qureshi. This is confirmed by historical records of the committee membership. Therefore, the correct number of Muslim members in the Nehru Commission is two, not three.

The inaugural session of the first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was chaired by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who was the leader of the Muslim League and the founder of Pakistan. He presided over the assembly's first meeting on August 10, 1947.

The National Action Plan (NAP) was created in 2013 by the Government of Pakistan to counter terrorism and extremism. Therefore, option A (2013) is the correct answer.

The book 'In the Line of Fire' is an autobiography written by Pervez Musharraf, the former President of Pakistan. This makes option C the correct answer.