All Free Pakistan Studies MCQs with Answers

2001. Who led the funeral prayer of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah ?

• A. Mufti Taqi Usmani
• B. Allama Shabbir Ahmed Usmani
• C. Mufti Rafi Usmani
• D. None of these

Explanation: Allama Shabbir Ahmad Usmani led the funeral prayer of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi in September 1948. The other named figures were not the imam of that funeral prayer.

2002. Which is the smallest division of Pakistan?

• A. Quetta
• B. Rawalpindi
• C. Karachi
• D. Larkana

Explanation: Karachi Division is generally cited as Pakistan's smallest division by area. Its small territorial size contrasts with its exceptionally large population and major metropolitan importance.

2003. Former president Pervaiz Musharraf resigned in _______?

• A. Aug 2007
• B. Sep 2007
• C. Sep 2008
• D. Aug 2008

Explanation: Pervez Musharraf resigned as President on 18 August 2008 amid growing political pressure and the threat of impeachment. Therefore, the relevant month and year are August 2008.

2004. Which city of Pakistan is referred to as "Shaheeno ka city"?

• A. Swat
• B. Sargodha
• C. Lahore
• D. Faisalabad

Explanation: Sargodha is popularly called the city of Shaheens because of its strong association with the Pakistan Air Force and air-force heroes. Swat is better known for its scenic valleys, while Lahore and Faisalabad have different common titles.

2005. Where is Al-khair University?

• A. Sindh
• B. AJK
• C. KPK
• D. Punjab

Explanation: Al-Khair University is located in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, commonly abbreviated as AJK. It is associated with Bhimber and other campuses in the region, not the four provinces listed.

2006. Adiala jail is located in ___________?

• A. Multan
• B. Rawalpindi
• C. Gujranawala
• D. Lahore

Explanation: Adiala Jail is in Rawalpindi, near the Adiala area. It is one of the best-known prisons in Punjab and is often mentioned in Pakistan’s political and legal news.

2007. Independent candidates got ________ votes in the 2013 general elections?

• A. 4.8 million
• B. 5.8 million
• C. 6.8 million
• D. 7.8 million
• E. 8.8 million

Explanation: Independent candidates collectively received about 5.8 million votes in the 2013 National Assembly elections. This figure is separate from the votes won by political parties.

2008. The PPP got _______ votes in the 2013 general elections?

• A. 5.8 million
• B. 6.8 million
• C. 7.8 million
• D. 8.8 million
• E. 9.8 million

Explanation: The Pakistan Peoples Party received approximately 6.8 million votes in the 2013 general elections. It won fewer votes than the PML-N but remained one of the major national parties.

2009. The PTI got _______ votes in the 2013 general elections?

• A. 4.5 million
• B. 5.5million
• C. 6.5 million
• D. 7.5 million
• E. 8.5 million

Explanation: The PTI secured roughly 7.5 million votes in the 2013 general elections, marking a major rise in its electoral position. Its vote total exceeded the PPP’s national vote count in that election.

2010. The PML-N got _______ votes in the 2013 general elections?

• A. 12.8 million
• B. 13.8 million
• C. 14.8 million
• D. 15.8 million
• E. 16.8 million

Explanation: The PML-N obtained approximately 14.8 million votes in the 2013 general elections, the highest total among the major parties. This strong vote count helped it form the federal government.