Free National Symbols and Firsts MCQs with Answers

21. When did Nusrat Bhutto, the wife of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, passed away?

• A. October 23, 2008
• B. October 23, 2011
• C. October 23, 2015
• D. October 23, 2005

Explanation: Begum Nusrat Bhutto died on 23 October 2011 in Dubai. She was the widow of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and a prominent figure in Pakistan's democratic opposition.

22. In which Olympic Games did Pakistan win its second hockey gold medal?

• A. 1964 Tokyo
• B. 1968 Mexico City
• C. 1972 Munich
• D. 1984 Los Angeles

Explanation: Pakistan's first Olympic hockey gold came at Rome in 1960, and its second came at the 1968 Mexico City Games. Pakistan defeated Australia in the final to retain the title.

23. Which popular bazaar in Lahore is famous for traditional items?

• A. Raja Bazaar
• B. Anarkali Bazaar
• C. Tariq Road
• D. Empress Market

Explanation: Anarkali Bazaar is Lahore's historic market, known for traditional clothing, handicrafts, jewellery and food. Raja Bazaar belongs to Rawalpindi, while Tariq Road and Empress Market are associated with Karachi.

24. What Is The National Tree of Pakistan?

• A. Neem
• B. Peepul
• C. Sheesham
• D. Deodar

Explanation: The deodar, or Himalayan cedar, is Pakistan's national tree and is strongly associated with the country's northern mountain regions. Neem and peepul are common South Asian trees but are not the national tree.

25. Which is the national bird of Pakistan ?

• A. Markhor
• B. Parrot
• C. Pigeon
• D. Chakor

Explanation: The chakor is Pakistan's national bird, a partridge traditionally linked with the country's mountainous landscapes and folklore. Markhor is the national animal, not the national bird.

26. National Reptile of Pakistan is_________?

• A. Rho fish
• B. Indus dolphin
• C. Mugger Crocodile
• D. All of these

Explanation: The mugger crocodile is recognized as Pakistan's national reptile. The Indus dolphin is a mammal, while rohu is a fish, so “all of these” cannot be correct.

27. What is the title "Sain" associated with G.M. Syed's name?

• A. A royal title
• B. A term of respect in Sindhi culture
• C. A religious title
• D. A political title

Explanation: In Sindhi usage, “Sain” is an honorific expressing respect or affection, rather than a formal royal, religious or political office. It is therefore used as a respectful form before or after a person's name.

28. Sann, the birthplace of G.M. Syed, is located in which district of Sindh?

• A. Dadu
• B. Jamshoro
• C. Nawabshah
• D. Thatta

Explanation: Sann, the birthplace of G.M. Syed, lies in Jamshoro District of Sindh. Jamshoro was separated from Dadu District when the district system was reorganized.

29. Which book by G.M. Syed focuses on the concept of an independent Sindhi state?

• A. Religion and Reality
• B. Sindhudesh
• C. Shah Latif's Message
• D. A Nation in Chains

Explanation: G.M. Syed's writings on Sindhi nationalism include “Sindhudesh,” the name he used for the idea of an independent Sindhi homeland. The other titles concern broader religious, cultural or political themes.

30. In which language was "Janam Guzarium Jin Sein" originally written?

• A. Urdu
• B. English
• C. Sindhi
• D. Persian

Explanation: “Janam Guzarium Jin Sein” was originally written in Sindhi, the language of G.M. Syed's autobiography and much of his political and cultural work. Its title refers to the people with whom he spent his life.