Federal Public Service Commission

General Knowledge-III (Pakistan Affairs)

Competitive Examination-2025

The 2025 Pakistan Affairs paper presents a balanced combination of historical events, economic policies, and contemporary national issues. It revisits key historical topics like the Indus Waters Treaty and the 1971 separation, while also emphasizing economic development through CPEC and Bhutto’s nationalization. Additionally, themes of national integration, Kashmir policy, and media influence highlight growing attention to governance and modern socio-political dynamics.

PART-I (MCQs)

1. What is the total length of Pakistan’s coastline?

(A) 758 km | (B) 1058 km | (C) 1258 km | (D) None of these

2. The Tashkent Agreement was signed on:

(A) January 10, 1966 | (B) February 10, 1966 | (C) March 10, 1966 | (D) None of these

3. The Indus River originates in China, near:

(A) Tianchi Lake | (B) lugu Lake | (C) Mapam Lake | (D) None of these

4. The second five-year plan in Pakistan was introduced in:

5. Who was the first governor of East Pakistan?

(A) Noor ul Amin | (B) A. K. Fazlul Haq | (C) Chaudhry Khaliquzzaman | (D) None of these

6. What was the population of Pakistan at the time of independence in 1947?

(A) 70 million | (B) 50 million | (C) 60 million | (D) None of these

7. A Free Trade Agreement between Pakistan and China was signed on:

(A) 24 October 2006 | (B) 24 November 2006 | (C) 24 December 2006 | (D) None of these

8. The third Khilafat conference was held in 1921 in:

(A) Dhaka | (B) Karachi | (C) Istanbul | (D) None of these

9. Objective Resolution was presented in the Constituent Assembly by Liaquat Ali Khan on:

(A) February 7, 1949 | (B) March 7, 1949 | (C) April 7, 1949 | (D) None of these

10. Pakistan and Tajikistan are separated by:

(A) Durand Line | (B) Wakhan Corridor | (C) Amu Darya | (D) None of these

11. Pakistan conducted its nuclear tests in Chaghi in:

12. The Geneva Accords were signed on:

(A) 14th May, 1988 | (B) 14th April, 1988 | (C) 14th June, 1988 | (D) None of these

13. What is the approximate area covered by Pakistan’s forests?

(A) 9% | (B) 7% | (C) 5% | (D) None of these

14. Who is the author of, “Pakistan: A Modern History”?

(A) Anatol Lieven | (B) Ian Talbot | (C) Lawerence Ziring | (D) None of these

15. Gwadar Port is operated by:

(A) Gwadar Port Authority | (B) China overseas port holding company | (C) Port of Singapore Authority | (D) None of these

16. Afghanistan – Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement (APTTA) was signed on:

(A) 28th July, 2008 | (B) 28th July, 2009 | (C) 28th July, 2010 | (D) None of these

17. Who is the author of Diplomatic Footprints?

(A) G.W. Chaudhry | (B) Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry | (C) Shuja Nawaz | (D) None of these

18. When did Pakistan join SEATO?

19. What is the range of the latest Shaheen-III missile?

(A) 3750km | (B) 2750 km | (C) 1750 km | (D) None of these

20. The lower age limit for a candidate contesting senate elections is ______ years.

(A) 30 | (B) 35 | (C) 25 | (D) None of these

PART-II (Subjective)

Question No. 2

How did the Indus Waters Treaty (1960) affect water distribution and relations between Pakistan and India?

Question No. 3

Examine the causes and consequences of the 1971 separation of East Pakistan, highlighting the role of regional and international players.

Question No. 4

Explore the significance of CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) for the economic development of Pakistan. What are its potential challenges and opportunities?

Question No. 5

Analyze the demographic and cultural diversity of Pakistan and its impact on national integration and policymaking.

Question No. 6

Critically evaluate the impact of Bhutto`s nationalization policy on the economy of Pakistan.

Question No. 7

The Kashmir dispute is an unfinished agenda of the 1947 partition. Evaluate Pakistan's Kashmir policy for the solution of the problem.

Question No. 8

Is media a curse or blessing? Critically evaluate its role in shaping public opinion and influencing political events in Pakistan in the 21st century.

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