Kitab-o-qalam

Q: Which region in Pakistan experienced the most significant changes in its geographical boundaries during 1947-1960?

A) Balochistan

B) Punjab

C) Sindh

D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Q: What is the main natural resource that led to disputes between Pakistan and India during this period?

A) Water

B) Minerals

C) Arable land

D) Forests

Q: Which river system played a vital role in the agricultural development of Pakistan during this era?

A) Ganges-Brahmaputra

B) Indus

C) Sutlej

D) Chenab

Q: The Redcliff Line demarcated the boundary between Pakistan and India in which region?

A) Kashmir

B) Punjab

C) Sindh

D) Balochistan

Q: What was the main purpose of the Rawalpindi Conspiracy Case of 1951?

A) To overthrow the government

B) To demand land reforms

C) To promote industrialization

D) To ensure minority rights

Q: Which natural resource played a significant role in the economic development of West Pakistan during this period?

A) Oil

B) Natural Gas

C) Coal

D) Uranium

Q: In which region of Pakistan did the Mangla Dam project become a crucial development during this era?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

D) Balochistan

Q: Which of the following regions of Pakistan experienced significant land reforms during this period?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Balochistan

D) Azad Jammu and Kashmir

Q: Which major port in Pakistan played a vital role in trade and transportation during 1947-1960?

A) Karachi

B) Gwadar

C) Port Qasim

D) Suez

Q: Which natural resource was the focus of the Kundal Dam project during this period?

A) Oil

B) Water

C) Minerals

D) Natural Gas

Q: What was the primary objective of Pakistan's "Five-Year Plans" during this era?

A) Industrialization

B) Agricultural development

C) Education reform

D) Healthcare improvement

Q: Which mountain range runs along Pakistan's western border and has significant geological and mineral resources?

A) Himalayas

B) Karakoram

C) Hindu Kush

D) Sulaiman

Q: The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 resolved water disputes between Pakistan and India by allocating rights to which rivers?

A) Indus and Ganges

B) Indus and Brahmaputra

C) Indus and Sutlej

D) Indus and Ravi

Q: Which region of Pakistan is known for its vast natural reserves of coal?

A) Sindh

B) Punjab

C) Balochistan

D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Q: Which organization played a significant role in mapping and exploring the geography of Pakistan during this period?

A) Geological Survey of Pakistan

B) Pakistan Space Agency

C) Pakistan Meteorological Department

D) Pakistan Geological Society

Q: Which river served as a natural boundary between East and West Pakistan during 1947-1960?

A) Ganges

B) Sutlej

C) Indus

D) Brahmaputra

Q: The construction of the Warsak Dam in Pakistan primarily aimed at providing:

A) Drinking water

B) Irrigation water

C) Hydroelectric power

D) Flood control

Q: Which province of Pakistan has a significant share of the Thar Desert?

A) Sindh

B) Balochistan

C) Punjab

D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Q: The development of the "Indus Basin Irrigation System" greatly contributed to the cultivation of which crop in Pakistan?

A) Rice

B) Wheat

C) Cotton

D) Sugarcane

Q: Which region in Pakistan is rich in marble and limestone resources?

A) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

B) Punjab

C) Sindh

D) Balochistan

Q: The Baglihar Dam project on the Chenab River led to a dispute between Pakistan and which neighboring country?

A) China

B) India

C) Afghanistan

D) Iran

Q: Which international organization played a role in mediating the Indus Water Treaty negotiations?

A) United Nations

B) World Bank

C) International Red Cross

D) United Nations Development Programme

Q: Which region of Pakistan is characterized by a dry, arid climate and limited agricultural potential?

A) Sindh

B) Punjab

C) Balochistan

D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Q: The Sui Gas Field, discovered in the 1950s, became a significant source of:

A) Crude oil

B) Natural gas

C) Coal

D) Uranium

Q: The "One Unit" policy in Pakistan, implemented in 1955, aimed at:

A) Promoting provincial autonomy

B) Consolidating provinces into a single administrative unit

C) Promoting ethnic diversity

D) Encouraging regional languages

Q: Which region of Pakistan faced significant environmental challenges due to deforestation and soil erosion during this period?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

D) Balochistan

Q: The Chagai Hills in Pakistan are known for their deposits of which mineral?

A) Iron ore

B) Gold

C) Uranium

D) Copper

Q: The Karachi Circular Railway was a significant infrastructure project aiming to improve:

A) Road transportation

B) Rail transportation

C) Water transportation

D) Air transportation

Q: The "Peshawar Declaration" of 1950 was related to the issue of:

A) Trade agreements

B) Boundary disputes

C) Water sharing

D) Economic development

Q: What was the main goal of the "Agricultural Development Bank of Pakistan" established in 1953?

A) Promoting commercial farming

B) Providing microloans to farmers

C) Ensuring food security

D) Exporting agricultural products

Q: The Thal Development Authority was established to address agricultural challenges in which region of Pakistan?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Balochistan

D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Q: Which river in Pakistan is known for its frequent flooding during the monsoon season, impacting the region's agriculture?

A) Jhelum

B) Sutlej

C) Ravi

D) Chenab

Q: The Karakoram Highway, connecting Pakistan and China, is primarily used for:

A) Trade and transportation

B) Tourism

C) Religious pilgrimages

D) Military purposes

Q: Which province of Pakistan has the highest percentage of forested area?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

D) Balochistan

Q: The "Bolan Pass" in Balochistan served as a historical trade route connecting Pakistan to which neighboring country?

A) India

B) Afghanistan

C) Iran

D) China

Q: In the 1960-1990 era, which province of Pakistan was the largest producer of natural gas?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

D) Balochistan

Q: Which classical dance form originated in the Sindh region of Pakistan?

A) Kathak

B) Bharatanatyam

C) Odissi

D) Mohiniyattam

Q: The ancient Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived in what is now Pakistan, is known for its well-planned urban centers such as:

A) Harappa and Taxila

B) Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa

C) Mohenjo-Daro and Taxila

D) Mohenjo-Daro and Chanhu-Daro

Q: Who is considered the national poet of Pakistan for his significant contributions to Urdu literature and poetry?

A) Allama Iqbal

B) Faiz Ahmed Faiz

C) Mir Taqi Mir

D) Ghalib

Q: Which traditional music instrument, often associated with Sufi music, features prominently in Pakistani culture?

A) Tabla

B) Sitar

C) Harmonium

D) Sufi Dholak

Q: What is the traditional Sindhi cap often worn by men in the Sindh province of Pakistan called?

A) Topi

B) Turban

C) Pagri

D) Peshawari Chappal

Q: The famous folk dance of Balochistan, characterized by intricate footwork and colorful attire, is known as:

A) Bhangra

B) Attan

C) Sammi

D) Leva

Q: The art of pottery, pottery-making, and ceramic work in Pakistan is often associated with the historical city of:

A) Peshawar

B) Multan

C) Lahore

D) Karachi

Q: The famous "Shalwar Kameez" is a traditional attire worn by both men and women in Pakistan. What does "Shalwar" refer to in this attire?

A) Shirt

B) Trousers

C) Shoes

D) Scarf

Q: The shrine of Shah Rukn-e-Alam is a significant cultural and religious site in Pakistan, located in which city?

A) Multan

B) Lahore

C) Karachi

D) Peshawar

Q: Which traditional Pakistani musical instrument is often used in Qawwali music performances?

A) Sarod

B) Sitar

C) Tabla

D) Harmonium

Q: The Badshahi Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a stunning example of Mughal architecture located in:

A) Karachi

B) Islamabad

C) Lahore

D) Peshawar

Q: In which Pakistani province is the traditional "Phulkari" embroidery technique most commonly practiced?

A) Punjab

B) Sindh

C) Balochistan

D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Q: The famous Sufi shrine of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar is located in:

A) Karachi

B) Faisalabad

C) Sehwan Sharif

D) Quetta

Q: The iconic "Mela Chiraghan" festival, also known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated in which city of Pakistan?

A) Lahore

B) Karachi

C) Islamabad

D) Rawalpindi

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