All Free Pakistan Studies MCQs with Answers

1261. General Qamar Javed Bajwa took oath as Army Chief on __________?

• A. 23 November 2016
• B. 25 November 2016
• C. 27 November 2016
• D. 29 November 2016

Explanation: General Qamar Javed Bajwa formally assumed office as Chief of Army Staff on 29 November 2016, succeeding General Raheel Sharif. The nearby dates are a common error in questions about the change of command.

1262. when did fatma jinnah died?

• A. 1967
• B. 1989
• C. 1767
• D. 1947

Explanation: Fatima Jinnah died on 9 July 1967, after having remained an important national figure and democratic voice following the death of her brother. Therefore the relevant year is 1967.

1263. Which Province of Pakistan is called Bab-ul-Islam?

• A. Sindh
• B. Punjab
• C. Balochistan
• D. K.P.K

Explanation: Sindh is called Bab-ul-Islam because Muhammad bin Qasim entered and conquered Sindh in 711-712 CE, marking the early Muslim foothold in the region. The title is therefore linked to Sindh rather than to Pakistan's other provinces.

1264. Where is the Headquarters of Civil Aviation Authority located ?

• A. Peshawar
• B. Lahore
• C. Karachi
• D. Quetta

Explanation: The headquarters of the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority is located in Karachi, the country's principal aviation and commercial hub. Peshawar, Lahore and Quetta host regional aviation facilities rather than the authority's main headquarters.

1265. Duration of national anthem of Pakistan is _______ seconds?

• A. 60
• B. 70
• C. 80
• D. 90

Explanation: Pakistan’s national anthem lasts approximately 80 seconds, making option c the standard answer used in Pakistan Studies references.

1266. The Toshakhana, the gift depository of Pakistan, was formed in ___________?

• A. 1973
• B. 1974
• C. 1975
• D. None of These

Explanation: The Toshakhana was established in 1974 to store and manage gifts received by Pakistani state officials from foreign dignitaries and governments.

1267. How many districts are there in KPK?

• A. 26
• B. 29
• C. 32
• D. 36

Explanation: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has 36 districts according to the current commonly used administrative count. District totals can change when new districts are created, so older books may show a lower figure.

1268. Punjab has 10 divisions and _________ districts.

• A. 32
• B. 41
• C. 34
• D. None of these

Explanation: Punjab is commonly listed as having 10 divisions and 41 districts. Administrative figures should be checked against the date because provincial boundaries and districts may be revised.

1269. How many districts are in Punjab?

• A. 33
• B. 36
• C. 41
• D. None of these

Explanation: The commonly cited current figure for Punjab is 41 districts, distributed among its 10 administrative divisions.

1270. What was the duration of civil war in 1971 in East Pakistan?

• A. 7 months
• B. 8 months
• C. 9 months
• D. 10 months

Explanation: The civil war in East Pakistan began in March 1971 and ended with Pakistan’s surrender in December 1971, lasting about nine months. The conflict led to the creation of Bangladesh.