PPSC Pakistan Studies Past Paper 2025 Solved MCQs with Answers
Solved Pakistan Studies MCQs from the PPSC 2025 past paper, each with the correct answer and a clear explanation. Ideal practice for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, CSS and PMS. All questions are extracted from the actual 2025 paper and verified before publication.
By which Mughal emperor was Attock Fort built?
Attock Fort on the Indus was built between 1581 and 1583 on the orders of Emperor Akbar, to guard the crossing on the route to Kabul.
Who was the Viceroy of British India at the time of the All India Muslim League's founding in 1906?
Lord Minto was Viceroy in 1906. The Simla Deputation met him in October 1906, and the AIML was founded at Dhaka that December.
In 1942, the Muslim League was against which movement?
The Muslim League opposed Congress's Quit India Movement of 1942, arguing that a British withdrawal without a settlement of the Muslim question would leave Muslims under permanent Hindu majority rule.
Who was the Viceroy at the time of the “August Offer” in 1940?
Lord Linlithgow announced the August Offer in 1940, promising dominion status after the war and assuring minorities that no constitution would be forced on them.
In 1954, the first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was dissolved by whom?
Governor-General Ghulam Muhammad dissolved the first Constituent Assembly in October 1954. Speaker Maulvi Tamizuddin Khan's challenge led to the landmark Federal Court judgment of 1955.
Who introduced the Rupiya (silver coin) and standardised the currency system in India?
Sher Shah Suri issued the silver Rupiya, a coin of standard weight and purity. It is the direct ancestor of the modern rupee.
Who was known as the “Penultimate” Viceroy, the one before the last?
Lord Wavell served from 1943 to 1947 and was succeeded by Lord Mountbatten, the last Viceroy, which makes Wavell the penultimate one.
What is Agha Shahi renowned for in Pakistan's public service?
Agha Shahi was a career diplomat who served as Foreign Secretary and then Foreign Minister, representing Pakistan at the United Nations.
By whom was the famous Wazir Khan Mosque in Lahore built?
The mosque was built between 1634 and 1641 by Hakim Ilm-ud-din Ansari, titled Wazir Khan, who was governor of Lahore during Shah Jahan's reign. It is celebrated for its faience tilework.
What is the primary function of the State Bank of Pakistan?
As the central bank, the State Bank of Pakistan formulates and implements monetary policy, issues currency and regulates the banking system. It was inaugurated by Quaid-e-Azam on 1 July 1948.
Who served as the Chief Executive of Pakistan after a military coup?
After the coup of 12 October 1999, General Pervez Musharraf took the title Chief Executive rather than Chief Martial Law Administrator, becoming President in 2001.
By which Governor-General of British India was the Doctrine of Lapse introduced?
Lord Dalhousie applied the Doctrine of Lapse, annexing princely states whose rulers died without a natural heir. The resentment it caused was a major grievance behind the 1857 War of Independence.
On which date was the annulment of the Partition of Bengal announced?
The partition was annulled at the Delhi Durbar on 12 December 1911. Muslims saw it as a betrayal, and it pushed the Muslim League towards a more assertive politics.
Who is regarded as the Father of Indian Archaeology?
Alexander Cunningham founded the Archaeological Survey of India in 1861 and served as its first Director-General.
Who was the first Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan?
Maulvi Tamizuddin Khan was the first Speaker. He is best remembered for challenging the 1954 dissolution of the Constituent Assembly in court.
To what is the PECA Ordinance related?
The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), 2016 is Pakistan's principal law against cybercrime, covering electronic fraud, hate speech and unauthorised data access.
To which Indian attack was Operation Swift Retort a response?
Operation Swift Retort was carried out on 27 February 2019 in response to the Indian Balakot air strike of the previous day.
On 2 April 2021, the UK decided to place Pakistan on which list?
The UK placed Pakistan on its COVID-19 travel Red List in April 2021, imposing hotel quarantine on arrivals.
Which of the following is related to the Rann of Kutch area?
Sir Creek is a tidal estuary in the Rann of Kutch marshlands and remains a disputed stretch of the Pakistan-India maritime boundary.
The exclusive economic zone of Pakistan extends up to how far?
Under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, a coastal state's exclusive economic zone extends 200 nautical miles from the baseline, giving it rights over the resources within.
When did the UNO give its first resolution on the Kashmir issue?
UN Security Council Resolution 38, adopted on 17 January 1948, was the first on Kashmir. It called on both sides to avoid worsening the situation.
By whom was the National Bank of Pakistan inaugurated?
Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan inaugurated the National Bank of Pakistan in November 1949, set up to handle the jute trade crisis after Pakistan refused to devalue its currency.
In which district is Harappa located?
Harappa, one of the two great cities of the Indus Valley Civilisation, lies in Sahiwal district, Punjab, on an old bed of the Ravi.
Who was called “the Ambassador of Hindu-Muslim Unity”?
Sarojini Naidu gave Muhammad Ali Jinnah this title for his role in securing the Lucknow Pact of 1916 between the Congress and the Muslim League.
Which commission did all Indian political parties oppose?
The Simon Commission of 1927 was boycotted across the board because it had no Indian member. It was met with the slogan “Simon, go back.”
Who moved the Pakistan Resolution of 1940?
A. K. Fazlul Haq, the Premier of Bengal, moved the resolution at the Lahore session on 23 March 1940.
Which province opposed the One Unit Plan of 1955?
Sindh resisted One Unit most strongly, fearing the loss of its provincial identity and autonomy inside a merged West Pakistan.
By whom was the first Martial Law proclaimed in Pakistan?
President Iskander Mirza proclaimed martial law on 7 October 1958 and appointed Ayub Khan as Chief Martial Law Administrator. Ayub removed him within three weeks.
When was the 1973 Constitution promulgated?
The Constitution of 1973 came into force on 14 August 1973. It was Pakistan's first constitution framed by a unanimously elected assembly and remains in force today.
In which year did Pakistan recognise Bangladesh?
Pakistan recognised Bangladesh in February 1974, shortly before the second Islamic Summit held at Lahore.
Which sector contributes the most tax revenue to Pakistan?
The services sector is both the largest share of GDP and the largest source of tax revenue. Agriculture, despite its size, is very lightly taxed.
In which region do the Kalash people primarily live?
The Kalash live in the Bumburet, Rumbur and Birir valleys of Chitral district and retain a distinct language, dress and religion.
Which city is known as the “City of Sports”?
Sialkot is called the City of Sports for its manufacture of sports goods. Footballs from Sialkot have been used at multiple FIFA World Cups.
Which province of Pakistan has the most divisions?
Punjab, the most populous province, is split into the largest number of administrative divisions.
Which is the highest civil award in Pakistan?
Nishan-e-Pakistan is the highest civil award, given for outstanding service to the country and often conferred on visiting heads of state.
By whom was the famous book “Pakistan Na-Guzeer Tha” written?
Syed Hassan Riaz wrote “Pakistan Na-Guzeer Tha” (Pakistan Was Inevitable), arguing that partition was the unavoidable outcome of the subcontinent's politics.
Who was the first Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan?
Habibullah Khan Marwat became the first Chairman of the Senate in 1973, when the upper house was created under the new constitution.
According to the 1973 Constitution, what is the head of the Senate called?
The Senate is headed by a Chairman, while the National Assembly is headed by a Speaker. The Senate Chairman is next in line to act as President.
By whom was the Qutub Minar completed?
Qutb-ud-din Aibak began the Qutub Minar in 1199 but built only the first storey. His successor and son-in-law Iltutmish added three more and completed it.
By whom was the slogan “Pakistan ka matlab kya, La ilaha illallah” given?
The poet Asghar Sodai of Sialkot composed the slogan in 1944. It became the rallying cry of the Pakistan Movement.
What was the importance of the elections of 1937?
The 1937 elections were the first held under the Government of India Act 1935, which introduced provincial autonomy. Congress ministries' conduct afterwards convinced many Muslims that a separate homeland was necessary.
When was the Objectives Resolution passed?
The Constituent Assembly passed the Objectives Resolution on 12 March 1949, moved by Liaquat Ali Khan. It became the preamble to every subsequent constitution.
What was Mughal Emperor Jahangir famous for?
Jahangir was known for his justice, symbolised by the Zanjir-e-Adl, a golden chain of bells outside his palace that any subject could pull to seek a direct hearing.
What was the purpose of the Cripps Mission?
Sir Stafford Cripps came in March 1942 to win Indian support for the war effort, offering dominion status afterwards. Both the Congress and the Muslim League rejected the proposals.
Which country recognised Pakistan first?
Iran was the first country to recognise Pakistan, doing so on 14 August 1947.
To which country does the Mukti Bahini belong?
The Mukti Bahini was the guerrilla force that fought against the Pakistan Army in East Pakistan during 1971 and became the army of Bangladesh.
In which city is the Pakistan Ordnance Factory located?
Pakistan Ordnance Factories, established in 1951, are based at Wah Cantt and form the country's largest defence production complex.
What is the major environmental issue in Karachi?
Karachi's dominant environmental problems are air and water pollution, driven by vehicle emissions, industrial effluent and untreated sewage discharged into the sea.
Which organisation has not offered membership to Pakistan?
Pakistan is a member of the OIC, ECO and SAARC, but not of the G20, which is limited to the world's largest economies.
When was the One Unit Bill approved?
The One Unit Bill was approved on 30 September 1955 and took effect on 14 October 1955, merging the provinces of West Pakistan into a single unit.
Which was the first Constitution of Pakistan?
The Constitution of 1956 was the first, declaring Pakistan an Islamic Republic. It was abrogated in October 1958 after barely two years.
A Nobel Prize in science was received by which Pakistani scientist?
Dr Abdus Salam shared the 1979 Nobel Prize in Physics for the electroweak unification theory. He was the first Pakistani and first Muslim to win a Nobel in science.
The Potwar Plateau is famous for what?
The Potwar Plateau holds Pakistan's oldest producing oilfields, including Khaur and Dhulian. Commercial drilling began there in 1915.
The Nishan-e-Haider for the 1965 War was received by whom?
Major Raja Aziz Bhatti Shaheed was awarded the Nishan-e-Haider for holding the Burki sector on the Lahore front, where he was killed on 12 September 1965.
The official residence of the President of Pakistan is called what?
Aiwan-e-Sadar in Islamabad is the President's official residence and workplace.
The 1970 general election in East Pakistan was won by whom?
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Awami League swept East Pakistan, winning an absolute majority in the National Assembly. The refusal to transfer power led to the 1971 crisis.
The primary purpose of the Cabinet Mission of 1946 was what?
The Cabinet Mission came to plan the transfer of power, proposing a three-tier federation instead of partition. Its collapse made partition unavoidable.
The Indian Independence Act received royal assent on which date?
The Indian Independence Act 1947 received royal assent on 18 July 1947, giving legal effect to the 3 June Plan and creating the two dominions.
The total area of Pakistan is what?
Pakistan's area is 796,096 sq km, excluding Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. Including them the commonly cited figure is 881,913 sq km.
To the south of Pakistan lies which sea?
The Arabian Sea forms Pakistan's southern boundary, giving it a coastline of about 1,046 km.
The largest coastal province of Pakistan is which?
Balochistan has by far the longer coastline, roughly 770 km of Pakistan's 1,046 km, including Gwadar and Pasni.
Shah Jahan shifted the capital to which city in 1648?
Shah Jahan moved the capital from Agra to his new city of Shahjahanabad, in Delhi, formally inaugurated in 1648.
The founder of the Delhi Sultanate was who?
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a slave general of Muhammad Ghori, founded the Delhi Sultanate in 1206 and began the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty.
The Muslim League as a mass movement was primarily led by whom?
Jinnah transformed the Muslim League from a body of elites into a mass political movement, a shift decisively confirmed by the 1945-46 elections.
The highest rank in the Pakistan Army is what?
Field Marshal is the highest rank, a five-star appointment conferred only rarely.
Where was the first nuclear power plant of Pakistan installed?
The Karachi Nuclear Power Plant (KANUPP), commissioned in 1972, was Pakistan's first, and the first commercial nuclear power plant in the Muslim world.
The production of marble is famous in which city?
Swat, around Mingora, is a leading centre of marble quarrying and processing in Pakistan.
The “Now or Never” pamphlet was written by whom?
Chaudhry Rahmat Ali issued “Now or Never” from Cambridge on 28 January 1933. It coined the name “Pakistan.”
Which two languages were declared official in the 1956 Constitution of Pakistan?
The 1956 Constitution made Urdu and Bengali the state languages, resolving the language dispute that had dominated politics since 1948.
Which bloc did Pakistan join in 1979?
Pakistan joined the Non-Aligned Movement in 1979, after leaving CENTO the same year following the Iranian Revolution.
Which organisation did Pakistan join in 1954?
Pakistan joined the South East Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO) in 1954, aligning with the Western bloc during the Cold War.
What was Congress's reaction to the August Offer of 1940?
Congress rejected the August Offer outright, holding that it fell far short of full independence and gave minorities an effective veto.
Which city did Muhammad bin Tughlaq make his capital?
Muhammad bin Tughlaq shifted the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad in the Deccan around 1327. The move failed badly and the court returned to Delhi.
What was Nawa-e-Waqt started as?
Hameed Nizami launched Nawa-e-Waqt in March 1940 as a fortnightly. It became a daily in 1944 and was a strong voice for the Pakistan Movement.
Who received the Nishan-e-Haider for the Kargil conflict?
Captain Karnal Sher Khan was awarded the Nishan-e-Haider posthumously for his defence of the Gultari sector in 1999.
When did Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan die?
Dr Abdul Qadeer Khan, central to Pakistan's uranium enrichment programme, died in Islamabad on 10 October 2021.
Which economy is based on environmental principles?
A green economy is one that aims for growth while cutting environmental risk and ecological scarcity. The blue economy refers specifically to marine resources.
Who was the first Field Marshal of Pakistan?
Ayub Khan promoted himself to Field Marshal in 1959, becoming the first Pakistani to hold the rank.
What is the name of the Pakistan Stock Exchange benchmark index?
The KSE 100 Index, introduced in 1991, is the benchmark index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange and tracks 100 companies by market capitalisation.
The Karachi-Quetta-Chaman highway is known as what?
The N-25, often called the RCD Highway, runs from Karachi through Quetta to Chaman on the Afghan border.
What does POA stand for?
The Pakistan Olympic Association, formed in 1948, is the national body responsible for Pakistan's participation in the Olympic Games.
Where is the Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project located?
The Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project near Muzaffarabad in Azad Jammu and Kashmir has an installed capacity of 969 MW and was completed in 2018.
Which organisation is Pakistan not a member of?
Pakistan belongs to ECO, the OIC and SAARC, but not to ASEAN, which is confined to South East Asian states. Pakistan is only an ASEAN sectoral dialogue partner.
What is Pakistan's rank in the world by population?
Pakistan is the fifth most populous country in the world, after India, China, the United States and Indonesia.
What does PCCC stand for in agriculture?
The Pakistan Central Cotton Committee, set up in 1948, oversees cotton research and development, cotton being the country's most important cash crop.
As of 2024, what is Pakistan's poverty rate approximately?
Using the World Bank's revised lower-middle-income poverty line, roughly 40 per cent of Pakistanis live below the poverty line. The figure varies with the line used, so always check which benchmark a question means.
Who is the 14th President of Pakistan?
Asif Ali Zardari took office as the 14th President in March 2024, having earlier served as the 11th President from 2008 to 2013.
In 2025, with which country did Pakistan conduct a joint military drill?
Pakistan and Morocco held a joint military exercise in 2025, part of Pakistan's expanding defence engagement with African states.
About the PPSC Pakistan Studies Past Paper 2025
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