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1
What type of political system does Pakistan operate under?
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Think about the role of the Prime Minister vs President.
A Presidential democracy
B Federal parliamentary democratic republic
C Constitutional monarchy
D Unitary state
2
Which constitution forms the basis of Pakistan's current political system?
Easy 1 Mark
It was enacted during Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's government.
A Constitution of 1956
B Constitution of 1962
C Constitution of 1973
D Constitution of 1985
3
In Pakistan's political system, who is the head of government?
Easy 1 Mark
Head of state and head of government are different roles.
A President
B Prime Minister
C Chief Justice
D Chairman Senate
4
What does 'federal' mean in the context of Pakistan's political system?
Easy 1 Mark
Think about how provinces relate to the center.
A All power lies with the central government
B Power is divided between central and provincial governments
C The military controls the government
D The judiciary runs the state
5
What is the primary function of the Legislature in Pakistan?
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Parliament = law-making body.
A Implements laws
B Interprets laws
C Makes laws and approves budget
D Commands armed forces
6
Who elects the President of Pakistan?
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Multiple houses are involved in this election.
A Directly by the people
B By the National Assembly alone
C By an Electoral College of Senate, National Assembly, and Provincial Assemblies
D By the Prime Minister
7
What is the term of office for the President of Pakistan?
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Same as the National Assembly term.
A 3 years
B 4 years
C 5 years
D 6 years
8
Who is the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces in Pakistan?
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A ceremonial but important constitutional role.
A Prime Minister
B Chief of Army Staff
C President
D Chairman Joint Chiefs
9
From which house must the Prime Minister of Pakistan be a member?
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The PM is responsible to the lower house.
A Senate
B National Assembly
C Provincial Assembly
D Joint Parliament
10
Who chairs the Cabinet in Pakistan?
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The PM is the head of government.
A President
B Speaker of National Assembly
C Prime Minister
D Chairman Senate
11
Which Cabinet Committee deals with energy-related decisions?
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Specialized committees handle specific sectors.
A Economic Coordination Committee
B Cabinet Committee on Energy
C Cabinet Committee on Law and Justice
D Cabinet Committee on Privatization
12
Ministers of State in Pakistan's Cabinet are:
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They rank below Federal Ministers.
A Senior ministers heading major ministries
B Junior ministers assisting federal ministers
C Provincial ministers
D Retired ministers
13
Who presides over the sessions of the National Assembly?
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Equivalent role to a House Speaker in other democracies.
A Prime Minister
B President
C Speaker
D Chief Justice
14
How many seats are reserved for non-Muslims in the National Assembly?
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Ensures minority representation in Parliament.
A 5
B 8
C 10
D 12
15
What is the term of a Senator in Pakistan?
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Longer term than the National Assembly.
A 3 years
B 4 years
C 5 years
D 6 years
16
Where is the Supreme Court of Pakistan located?
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The capital city hosts the highest court.
A Lahore
B Karachi
C Islamabad
D Rawalpindi
17
The High Court of Sindh is located in which city?
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High Courts are in provincial capitals.
A Hyderabad
B Sukkur
C Karachi
D Islamabad
18
In which year was Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founded?
Easy 1 Mark
Cricket bat is its electoral symbol.
A 1986
B 1993
C 1996
D 2000
19
What is the electoral symbol of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)?
Easy 1 Mark
Each party has a unique symbol for voter recognition.
A Bat
B Lion
C Arrow
D Book
20
What is the minimum age to register as a voter in Pakistan?
Easy 1 Mark
Adult franchise in Pakistan starts at 18.
A 16 years
B 17 years
C 18 years
D 21 years
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