All Free Pakistan Studies MCQs with Answers

2381. The "UN Resolution 47" is related to which of the following?

• A. Resolution on Imperialism and colonialism
• B. Resolution on Jammu & Kashmir
• C. Resolution on Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
• D. ALL of these

Explanation: UN Security Council Resolution 47, adopted in 1948, addressed the dispute over Jammu and Kashmir and proposed measures including a plebiscite. It has no connection with LTTE or general anti-imperialism.

2382. The Second Operation in Swat against Taliban in 2009 was called?

• A. Operation RAH E HAQ
• B. Operation RAHE RASAT
• C. Operation ZARBE AZAB
• D. None of these

Explanation: Operation Rah-e-Rast was launched in 2009 to clear Taliban militants from Swat and adjoining areas. Rah-e-Haq refers to the earlier 2007 operation, while Zarb-e-Azb was launched in North Waziristan in 2014.

2383. The First Operation in Swat against Taliban in 2007 was called?

• A. Operation RAH E HAQ
• B. Operation RAHE RASAT
• C. Operation ZARBE AZAB
• D. None of these

Explanation: Operation Rah-e-Haq was the first major military operation against the Taliban in Swat, beginning in 2007. It was followed by Operation Rah-e-Rast in 2009.

2384. Pakistan signed Canal Pact with India on__________?

• A. 4 May, 1948
• B. 5 May, 1948
• C. 6 May, 1948
• D. None of these

Explanation: The Pakistan-India Canal Water Agreement was concluded on 4 May 1948 after India had stopped canal water flowing into Pakistan. This early dispute preceded the later Indus Waters Treaty of 1960.

2385. Pakistan joined World Trade Organization in ___________?

• A. 1994
• B. 1995
• C. 1997
• D. 2005

Explanation: Pakistan became a member of the World Trade Organization when the WTO began operating on 1 January 1995. The WTO replaced the GATT framework, making 1995 the relevant year rather than 1994.

2386. Pakistan lifted the moratorium on the death penalty for terror related cases on _______?

• A. 26 December 2014
• B. 17 December 2014
• C. 19 December 2014
• D. None of these

Explanation: Pakistan lifted the moratorium on executions for terrorism cases on 17 December 2014, following the Army Public School attack. The death penalty moratorium was later extended beyond terrorism-related convictions.

2387. Agreement on Prohibition of Attacks against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between Pakistan and India, ratified on________?

• A. 31 December, 1988
• B. 27 January 1991
• C. 27 January 1992
• D. None of these

Explanation: The agreement was signed on 31 December 1988, while it was ratified and brought into force on 27 January 1991. Since the question asks for ratification, 27 January 1991 is the appropriate choice.

2388. Agreement on Prohibition of Attacks against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between Pakistan and India, signed on _________?

• A. December 1988
• B. January 1991
• C. September 1992
• D. March 2005

Explanation: Pakistan and India signed this non-attack agreement in December 1988, and it came into force in January 1991. Both countries exchange lists of their nuclear installations annually under the agreement.

2389. Operation Zarb-e-Azab started on __________?

• A. June 15, 2014
• B. Jan 5, 2015
• C. Dec 20, 2014
• D. None of these

Explanation: Operation Zarb-e-Azb began on 15 June 2014 in North Waziristan against militant groups. The operation followed the breakdown of peace efforts and the attack on Karachi airport.

2390. When did Pakistan withdraw from SEATO?

• A. 1955
• B. 1973
• C. 1980
• D. None of these

Explanation: Pakistan withdrew from SEATO in 1973 after relations with the United States deteriorated and the alliance no longer served Pakistan’s strategic interests. Pakistan had joined SEATO in 1954, not 1955 as listed in the options.