Topic MCQs · Pakistan Studies
161 MCQs on Political History sit in the GK360 bank, collected from 82 solved papers (2019–2026). Below are the top 100 distinct questions — repeats across papers merged into their strongest version — with the correct answer marked, an explanation where the bank carries one, and the source paper named on every card.
Correct Answer: Muhammad Khan Junejo
The correct answer is Muhammad Khan Junejo, as asked in this question on Political History.
From: ESE General Past Paper 2026 Solved (2026) · PPSC
Correct Answer: KPK
The Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) were merged into the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province in 2018.
From: PMS Ministerial Quota S&GAD Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PMS
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
This statement was made by former President of Pakistan, Ayub Khan, reflecting the foreign policy orientation during his tenure.
From: PPSC Evaluation Officer Social Welfare Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: December 2, 2020
Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali, who served as Prime Minister of Pakistan from 2002 to 2004, passed away on December 2, 2020.
From: PPSC Junior Traffic Warden Past Paper 2025 Solved (2025) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Dr. Khan Sahib
Dr. Khan Sahib served as the first Chief Minister of West Pakistan under the One Unit scheme from 1955 to 1957.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) S&GAD and Punjab Police Past Paper 2024 (Paper 2) Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: General Zia-ul-Haq
General Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq spearheaded an extensive Islamization program during his martial law regime, enforcing Shariah laws like the Hudood Ordinances.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) S&GAD and Punjab Police Past Paper 2024 (Paper 2) Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: March 1970
President Yahya Khan promulgated the Province of West Pakistan (Dissolution) Order on 30 March 1970, which formally led to the breakup of One Unit effective July 1970.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) S&GAD and Punjab Police Past Paper 2024 (Paper 2) Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Rawalpindi
Liaquat Ali Khan was shot and killed while addressing a political rally at Company Bagh (now Liaquat Bagh) in Rawalpindi.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) S&GAD and Punjab Police Past Paper 2024 (Paper 2) Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: No Minister appointed
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto largely retained the portfolio of Foreign Affairs himself during his time as Prime Minister until Aziz Ahmed was appointed in 1977.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) S&GAD and Punjab Police Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1971
East Pakistan formally seceded and became the independent nation of Bangladesh on December 16, 1971.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) Local Government Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Sahibzada Farooq Ali
Sahibzada Farooq Ali served as the Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan from August 1973 to March 1977 during Z.A. Bhutto's tenure.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) Local Government Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Sir Sahibzada Abdul Qayyum Khan
Sir Sahibzada Abdul Qayyum Khan became the first Chief Minister of NWFP (now KPK) in 1937 under the Government of India Act 1935.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) Local Government Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1974
Field Marshal Ayub Khan, the second President of Pakistan, passed away on April 19, 1974.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) Local Government Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
The Basic Democracies Order was promulgated by President Ayub Khan in 1959, creating a system of local government councils.
From: PPSC Assistant S&GAD Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: General Pervaiz Musharraf
General Pervez Musharraf took power in a 1999 coup and assumed the unique title of 'Chief Executive' before later declaring himself President.
From: PPSC Excise and Taxation Inspector Past Paper 2024 (Paper 2) Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
President Ayub Khan introduced the Basic Democracies system in 1959.
From: PPSC Inspector Cooperative Societies Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Muhammad Ali Bogra
Muhammad Ali Bogra served as the 3rd Prime Minister of Pakistan, succeeding Khawaja Nazimuddin in 1953.
From: PPSC Media Monitoring Officer Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 23 March 1956
Major General Iskander Mirza became the first President of Pakistan on 23 March 1956 following the promulgation of the first constitution.
From: PPSC Protocol Assistant (BS-12) S&GAD Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 2008
Pervez Musharraf resigned as President of Pakistan on August 18, 2008, to avoid impeachment proceedings initiated by the coalition government.
From: PPSC Protocol Assistant (BS-12) S&GAD Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1985
Non-party based general elections were held in Pakistan in February 1985 under Zia-ul-Haq, resulting in Muhammad Khan Junejo becoming the Prime Minister.
From: PPSC Protocol Assistant (BS-12) S&GAD Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 2007
Benazir Bhutto, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, was assassinated in Rawalpindi on December 27, 2007.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Sikandar Mirza
Major General Iskander Mirza became the first President of Pakistan when the 1956 Constitution was adopted.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Agra Summit
Musharraf assumed the presidency in June 2001, shortly before attending the Agra Summit with India in July 2001.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Muhammad Zafarullah Khan
Sir Muhammad Zafarullah Khan served as Pakistan's first foreign minister from 1947 to 1954.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2024 Solved (2024) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Iskandar Mirza
Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto entered the cabinet as Minister of Commerce under President Iskander Mirza before Ayub Khan's martial law.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) Board of Revenue Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1970
The first direct general elections on a national level in Pakistan were held on December 7, 1970.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) Board of Revenue Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: April 30, 2002
A highly controversial national referendum was held on April 30, 2002, allowing Pervez Musharraf to extend his presidency for five years.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Intelligence (Special Branch) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Commerce
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto became the Minister of Commerce in President Iskander Mirza's cabinet in 1958.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Intelligence (Special Branch) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Liaqat Ali Khan
The 1951 Rawalpindi Conspiracy was an aborted coup attempt led by Major General Akbar Khan against Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan.
From: PPSC Assistant Food Controller (BS-15) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Habib Ullah Khan
Habibullah Khan served as the very first Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan from 1973 to 1977.
From: PPSC Assistant Food Controller (BS-15) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Abul Aala Maududi
Syed Abul A'la Maududi founded Jamaat-e-Islami, a highly influential Islamic political party, in 1941.
From: PPSC Assistant Food Controller (BS-15) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Prime Minister
Shaukat Aziz served as the 15th Prime Minister of Pakistan from 2004 to 2007.
From: PPSC Assistant Food Controller (BS-15) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1985
Muhammad Khan Junejo served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan from March 1985 until May 1988.
From: PPSC Deputy Secretary/Controller of Examinations Past Paper 2023 (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1970
The first direct general elections in Pakistan's history were held on December 7, 1970, to elect members of the National Assembly.
From: PPSC District Zakat Officer BS-17 Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Sindh, KPK
In the 1988 general elections, the Pakistan Peoples Party successfully formed governments in the provinces of Sindh and KPK (NWFP at the time).
From: PPSC Food Grain Supervisor (BS-09) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Four
Ayub Khan introduced a 4-tier system in 1959 consisting of Union Councils, Tehsil Councils, District Councils, and Divisional Councils.
From: PPSC Food Grain Supervisor (BS-09) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 90 days
Following the 1977 coup, General Zia-ul-Haq famously promised to hold national elections within 90 days, though this promise was ultimately broken.
From: PPSC Food Grain Supervisor (BS-09) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
The Elective Bodies Disqualification Order (EBDO) and Public Offices Disqualification Order (PODO) were promulgated in 1959 by General Ayub Khan.
From: PPSC Food Grains Inspector (BS-12) Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1966
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman announced his historical Six-Point Movement in 1966, demanding greater autonomy for East Pakistan.
From: PPSC Junior Clerk (BS-11) Board of Revenue Past Paper 2023 Solved (2023) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Feroz Khan Noon
Feroz Khan Noon's government was dismissed when General Ayub Khan imposed martial law in October 1958.
From: CSS MPT 2022 Pakistan Affairs Section — Solved One-Liners with Answers (2022) · CSS
Correct Answer: Liaqat Ali Khan
The 1951 Rawalpindi Conspiracy was an attempted Soviet-backed coup to overthrow the government of Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) CPD Public Prosecutors Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1973-1977
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan from 1973, when the new constitution was enacted, until 1977.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) CPD Public Prosecutors Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Habib Ullah Khan
Habibullah Khan Marwat served as the first Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan from 1973 to 1977.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) Past Paper 2022 Solved & Explained (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Khawaja Nazim-ud-Din
Following the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan, Sir Khawaja Nazimuddin stepped down as Governor-General to become the second Prime Minister of Pakistan.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) Past Paper 2022 Solved & Explained (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1970
Pakistan's first-ever direct general elections based on adult franchise were held in December 1970 under Yahya Khan.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) Past Paper 2022 Solved & Explained (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1954
The Communist Party of Pakistan was formally banned in July 1954 following allegations of subversion.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) PESSI Solved Past Paper 2022 (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Horse-trading
The term originated in the late 1980s when politicians were taken to the Chhanga Manga forest rest house to prevent them from switching loyalties, symbolizing political horse-trading.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) S&GAD Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 27-12-2007
Benazir Bhutto, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, was assassinated on December 27, 2007, in Rawalpindi.
From: PPSC Assistant & Junior Clerk Agriculture Department Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Operation Fair Play
Operation Fair Play was the code name for the July 1977 military coup led by General Zia-ul-Haq to depose Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
From: PPSC Assistant and Multiple Posts Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: disqualify the leaders of East Pakistan
The Elective Bodies Disqualification Order (EBDO) and PODO were widely used to ban prominent politicians from holding office, heavily targeting leaders from East Pakistan among others.
From: PPSC Assistant Industries Department Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1978
General Zia-ul-Haq assumed the office of the President of Pakistan on September 16, 1978, after Fazal Ilahi Chaudhry's term ended.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto resigned as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan in 1966 due to his strong disagreements with Ayub Khan over the Tashkent Declaration.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: None of these
In the 1993 general elections, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured 89 seats. Since 89 is not listed, 'None of these' is the correct choice.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Pervaiz Musharraf
On October 12, 1999, General Pervez Musharraf seized power in a bloodless military coup, overthrowing Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: November 1996
The Lahore High Court restored Manzoor Wattoo as the Chief Minister of Punjab in November 1996 after his controversial dismissal.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Arnold Lewis Raphel
Arnold Lewis Raphel was the United States Ambassador to Pakistan who died in the C-130 plane crash in Bahawalpur on August 17, 1988.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Khawaja Nazim ud din
After the demise of Quaid-e-Azam, Khawaja Nazimuddin became the second Governor-General of Pakistan.
From: PPSC Lecturer Islamiat (BS-17) Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman presented his controversial Six-Point formula in 1966 during the presidential regime of Ayub Khan.
From: PPSC Lecturer Pakistan Studies (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1970
General Yahya Khan dissolved the One Unit scheme on July 1, 1970, restoring the four provinces of West Pakistan to their original status.
From: PPSC Lecturer Pakistan Studies (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Defence and Foreign Affairs
The first of Mujib's Six Points stated that the federal government should only handle Defence and Foreign Affairs, with all other subjects resting with the provinces.
From: PPSC Lecturer Pakistan Studies (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Awami League
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Awami League swept the 1970 general elections in East Pakistan, winning 160 out of 162 regional seats.
From: PPSC Lecturer Pakistan Studies (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 25 July 2018
The 2018 general elections in Pakistan were held on July 25, 2018, resulting in the formation of a government by the PTI.
From: PPSC Lecturer Pakistan Studies (BS-17) HED Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Muhammad Yahya Khan
General Yahya Khan imposed the second Martial Law in Pakistan on March 25, 1969, after Ayub Khan resigned.
From: PPSC Lecturer Urdu (BS-17) Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: February 1997
Nawaz Sharif assumed office as the Prime Minister of Pakistan for the second time on February 17, 1997.
From: PPSC Lecturer Urdu (BS-17) Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 2001
Under the Devolution of Power Plan, General Pervez Musharraf introduced the Local Government System, completely restructuring districts in August 2001.
From: PPSC Naib Tehsildar (BS-14) General Knowledge Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 35
The Simla Deputation, led by Aga Khan III in 1906, consisted of 35 prominent Muslim leaders.
From: PPSC Naib Tehsildar (BS-14) Revenue Department Solved Past Paper 2022 (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Yahya Khan
General Yahya Khan abrogated the 1962 Constitution and imposed martial law, becoming the Chief Martial Law Administrator (CMLA) in March 1969.
From: PPSC Store Officer (BS-16) Agriculture Department Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 12 October 1999
General Pervez Musharraf seized power in a bloodless military coup on October 12, 1999, ousting the government of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
From: PPSC Various Posts (BS-17 & BS-18) Past Paper 2022 Solved (2022) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
President Ayub Khan introduced the Basic Democracies system in 1959, consisting of an electoral college of 80,000 local representatives.
From: PPSC Assistant BS-16 Livestock & Dairy Development Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1988
President General Zia-ul-Haq dismissed the government of Prime Minister Muhammad Khan Junejo on May 29, 1988.
From: PPSC Assistant Sub Inspector (Service Quota) Punjab Police Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 18
In the 2021 Pakistan Senate elections, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) emerged as the largest party by securing 18 seats.
From: PPSC Assistant Women Development Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1955
After the dissolution of the first assembly in 1954, the second Constituent Assembly of Pakistan was elected and formed in 1955.
From: PPSC Assistant Women Development Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Basic Democracies
President Ayub Khan introduced the 'Basic Democracies' system in 1959, establishing a network of local self-government councils.
From: PPSC Assistant Women Development Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1988
President Zia-ul-Haq dismissed Prime Minister Muhammad Khan Junejo's government on May 29, 1988.
From: PPSC Assistant Women Development Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Democratic
In 1949, Pakistan operated as a parliamentary democracy under the leadership of Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan.
From: PPSC Assistant Women Development Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1951
The Rawalpindi Conspiracy Case was an attempted coup d'état against the government of Liaquat Ali Khan in 1951.
From: PPSC Junior Clerk (BS-11) Board of Revenue Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1997
In 1997, the party officially dropped 'Muhajir' and adopted the name 'Muttahida Qaumi Movement' to project a broader national identity.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (Female) BS-17 HED Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Zulifqar Ali Bhutto
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto initiated a massive nationalization program in the 1970s, bringing major industries under state control.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (Female) BS-17 HED Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 9 September 2008
Asif Ali Zardari was sworn in as the 11th President of Pakistan on September 9, 2008.
From: PPSC Lecturer History (Female) BS-17 HED Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Moin Ul Haq
Moeen Qureshi was a caretaker PM, not Moin Ul Haq. Mazari and Khalid both served as caretaker Prime Ministers.
From: PPSC Lecturer History Male (BS-17) Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Liaquat Ali Khan
Liaquat Ali Khan is revered as 'Quaid-e-Millat' (Leader of the Nation) for his profound role in the creation and early governance of Pakistan.
From: PPSC Lecturer History Male (BS-17) Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Muhammad Ali Bogra
Muhammad Ali Bogra served as Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States before becoming Prime Minister in 1953.
From: PPSC Lecturer History Male (BS-17) Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Ayub Khan
General Ayub Khan introduced the 'Basic Democracies' system in 1959, aiming to create local governance networks.
From: PPSC Lecturer History Male (BS-17) Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Khawaja Nazim Ud Din
Following the death of Quaid-e-Azam in 1948, Khawaja Nazimuddin stepped down as Chief Minister of Bengal to become Pakistan's second Governor-General.
From: PPSC Lecturer History Male (BS-17) Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 80000
Under Ayub Khan's Basic Democracies system introduced in 1959, an electoral college of 80,000 'Basic Democrats' (40,000 from each wing) was created.
From: PPSC Lecturer Islamiat Male (BS-17) Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Iskandar Mirza
Iskandar Mirza was the fourth and last Governor-General of Pakistan, eventually becoming the first President in 1956.
From: PPSC Office Assistant (BS-16) HUD & PHE Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 2007
Former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was assassinated on December 27, 2007, in Rawalpindi.
From: PPSC Office Assistant (BS-16) HUD & PHE Department Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Zulifqar Ali Bhutto
Zulfikar Ali Bhutto holds the distinction of being Pakistan's first civilian Chief Martial Law Administrator[cite: 340, 341, 343, 350].
From: PPSC PMS S&GAD Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: July 1993
Moeenuddin Ahmad Qureshi assumed office as caretaker Prime Minister in July 1993[cite: 366, 367, 368].
From: PPSC PMS S&GAD Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1958 to 1962
Manzur Qadir served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs under Ayub Khan's government from 1958 to 1962[cite: 427, 428, 431].
From: PPSC PMS S&GAD Past Paper 2021 Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1993
Benazir Bhutto assumed office as the Prime Minister of Pakistan for her second term on October 19, 1993.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2021 (Paper 2) Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: None of these
Muhammad Ali Bogra served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan from 1953 to 1955.
From: PPSC Tehsildar & Board of Revenue Past Paper 2021 (Paper 2) Solved (2021) · PPSC
Correct Answer: London
The historic Charter of Democracy was signed in London in 2006 by Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif.
From: PPSC Assistant (BS-16) PESSI Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: London
The Charter of Democracy (CoD) was signed in London in 2006 by Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif to promote democratic norms against military dictatorship.
From: PPSC Assistant / Head Clerk Local Government Department Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Elective Bodies Disqualification Order
Ayub Khan used EBDO in 1959 to disqualify numerous politicians from holding public office.
From: PPSC Assistant Agriculture Department Water Management Wing Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi
Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi was appointed as the first Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan in 2012.
From: PPSC Assistant Agriculture Department Water Management Wing Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Iskandar Mirza
Iskander Mirza became the first President of Pakistan following the implementation of the 1956 Constitution.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) S&GAD Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Rawalpindi
In 1959, the capital was shifted from Karachi to Rawalpindi temporarily while the new capital, Islamabad, was being constructed.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) S&GAD Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: 1970
The Legal Framework Order (LFO) of 1970 laid the ground for Pakistan's first direct general elections held in December 1970.
From: PPSC Assistant Director (BS-17) S&GAD Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
Correct Answer: Sardar Bahadur Khan
Sardar Bahadur Khan, the brother of President Ayub Khan, served as the Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly formed under the 1962 Constitution.
From: PPSC Assistant Director Investigation Past Paper 2020 Solved (2020) · PPSC
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