Pakistan Steel Mills was established with the help of:
✅ Correct Answer:Soviet Union (USSR)
Explanation: Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) in Karachi was established with the technical and financial assistance of the Soviet Union (USSR). The foundation stone was laid by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in 1973. It is the largest industrial complex in Pakistan, designed to produce steel products for construction and engineering.
142
Which Prime Minister of Pakistan was hanged?
✅ Correct Answer:Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
Explanation: Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the founder of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), was hanged on April 4, 1979, at Rawalpindi District Jail. He was convicted in a controversial murder case (Nawab Muhammad Ahmed Khan Kasuri murder) during the military regime of General Zia-ul-Haq.
143
The ruins of Harappa are located in which district?
✅ Correct Answer:Sahiwal
Explanation: Harappa is an archaeological site located in the Sahiwal District of Punjab. It was a major city of the Indus Valley Civilization (approx 2600 BCE). It was discovered in the 19th century, but much of its bricks were sadly used as track ballast for the Lahore-Multan railway line during British rule.
144
Who dissolved the first Constituent Assembly in 1954?
✅ Correct Answer:Governor General Ghulam Muhammad
Explanation: Governor General Ghulam Muhammad dissolved the first Constituent Assembly on October 24, 1954, declaring a state of emergency. This action was challenged in the famous 'Maulvi Tamizuddin Khan Case'. The court initially ruled against the dissolution, but the Federal Court later upheld it under the 'Doctrine of Necessity'.
145
Which is the largest industry in Pakistan?
✅ Correct Answer:Textile
Explanation: The Textile Industry is the largest manufacturing industry in Pakistan. It contributes significantly to the country's GDP and employs about 40% of the industrial workforce. Pakistan is one of the top cotton producers in the world, which feeds this industry. Key products include yarn, fabric, and ready-made garments.
146
When was the 1973 Constitution promulgated?
✅ Correct Answer:14 August 1973
Explanation: The 1973 Constitution was promulgated on August 14, 1973. It was passed by the National Assembly on April 10, 1973. It established a federal parliamentary system with a President as Head of State and Prime Minister as Head of Government. It is the current constitution of Pakistan, though amended multiple times.
147
The Karakoram Highway connects Pakistan with:
✅ Correct Answer:China
Explanation: The Karakoram Highway (KKH), also known as the Friendship Highway, connects Pakistan (Gilgit-Baltistan) with China (Xinjiang). It is one of the highest paved roads in the world, passing through the Khunjerab Pass. It is often called the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' due to the difficulty of its construction.
148
Who was the first President of the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan?
✅ Correct Answer:Quaid-e-Azam
Explanation: Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was elected as the first President of the Constituent Assembly on August 11, 1947. In his famous speech to the assembly on this date, he outlined his vision for the new state, emphasizing religious freedom, rule of law, and equality for all citizens regardless of caste or creed.
149
The second OIC Summit (1974) was held in:
✅ Correct Answer:Lahore
Explanation: The 2nd Summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was held in Lahore in February 1974. It was hosted by Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. Leaders from across the Muslim world, including King Faisal of Saudi Arabia and Yasser Arafat, attended. It symbolized Pakistan's key role in the Muslim Ummah.
150
Which city is famous for the production of sports goods?
✅ Correct Answer:Sialkot
Explanation: Sialkot is globally renowned for its high-quality sports goods, especially footballs. It produces hand-stitched footballs for international tournaments like the FIFA World Cup (e.g., the 'Brazuca' and 'Al Rihla'). It is also famous for surgical instruments and leather goods, contributing significantly to Pakistan's exports.
151
When was the State Bank of Pakistan inaugurated?
✅ Correct Answer:1 July 1948
Explanation: Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah inaugurated the State Bank of Pakistan on July 1, 1948. In his speech, he emphasized the need for an economic system based on Islamic concepts of equality and social justice. Zahid Hussain was the first Governor of SBP.
152
The Headquarters of the Pakistan Navy is in:
✅ Correct Answer:Islamabad
Explanation: The Naval Headquarters (NHQ) was moved from Karachi to Islamabad in 1974 to have better coordination with the Army and Air Force headquarters. However, the major operational bases and the fleet remain in Karachi and coastal areas.
153
Which city is called the 'City of Saints'?
✅ Correct Answer:Multan
Explanation: Multan is known as the City of Saints (Madinat-ul-Auliya) due to the large number of shrines of Sufi saints located there. Famous shrines include those of Bahauddin Zakariya and Shah Rukn-e-Alam. It is one of the oldest cities in South Asia.
154
The length of the Pakistan-India border is approximately:
✅ Correct Answer:2912 km
Explanation: The total length of the border between Pakistan and India (including the Line of Control and Working Boundary) is widely cited as approximately 2912 km (or 3323 km by some Indian sources). The Radcliffe Line defines the international border in Punjab and Bengal.
155
Who established the Scientific Society in 1864?
✅ Correct Answer:Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Explanation: Sir Syed Ahmed Khan established the Scientific Society in Ghazipur in 1864. Its purpose was to translate scientific and historical books from English to Urdu so that Muslims could access modern knowledge. It was part of the Aligarh Movement to uplift the Muslims of India.
156
When did the 1965 war start?
✅ Correct Answer:6 September
Explanation: The full-scale Indo-Pak War of 1965 started on September 6, when Indian forces crossed the international border and attacked Lahore and Sialkot. Pakistan celebrates September 6 as Defence Day (Youm-e-Difa) to honor the soldiers who defended the country.
157
The highest civil award of Pakistan is:
✅ Correct Answer:Nishan-e-Pakistan
Explanation: Nishan-e-Pakistan is the highest civil award (decoration) of Pakistan. It is awarded for the highest degree of service to the country or humanity. It can be awarded to foreign heads of state as well. Sitara-e-Jurat is a military award.
158
Which barrage is the first on the Indus River?
✅ Correct Answer:Sukkur Barrage
Explanation: Sukkur Barrage (originally Lloyd Barrage) is the first and largest barrage built on the Indus River in Sindh. Completed in 1932 during the British era, it controls one of the largest irrigation systems in the world, feeding seven major canals that irrigate millions of acres.
159
The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was between:
✅ Correct Answer:Congress and Muslim League
Explanation: The Lucknow Pact was an agreement reached between the Indian National Congress and the All India Muslim League in 1916. It was a milestone where the Congress accepted separate electorates for Muslims. Quaid-e-Azam Jinnah played a key role in this, earning the title 'Ambassador of Hindu-Muslim Unity'.
160
The partition of Bengal took place in:
✅ Correct Answer:1905
Explanation: The Partition of Bengal was announced by Lord Curzon in 1905. The province was divided into East Bengal (Muslim majority) and West Bengal (Hindu majority) for administrative efficiency. This was welcomed by Muslims but opposed by Hindus. The partition was annulled in 1911.