CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Which principle frequently appears in Pakistan–Iran multilateral positions?
A. Sovereignty and territorial integrity
B. Colonial acquisition
C. Forced regime change
D. Permanent occupation
Correct Answer: A
Both governments repeatedly emphasize sovereignty, non-interference and territorial integrity.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Both countries are associated with China's:
A. Belt and Road Initiative
B. Marshall Plan
C. New Deal
D. Schengen system
Correct Answer: A
The two states have identified BRI connectivity as a field of cooperation.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
The two countries have called for enhanced cooperation between ECO and:
A. SCO
B. NATO
C. EU only
D. NAFTA
Correct Answer: A
The 2024 joint statement noted that SCO–ECO cooperation could support regional development.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan and Iran both support a peaceful, sovereign and independent:
A. Afghanistan
B. Greenland
C. Iceland
D. Australia
Correct Answer: A
Afghanistan is a major subject of bilateral regional coordination.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
The 2024 joint statement supported peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue based on:
A. Dialogue, international law and the will of the people
B. Military conquest
C. Permanent partition by outside powers
D. A common currency vote
Correct Answer: A
The statement emphasized peaceful means and international law.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan and Iran coordinate at multilateral forums on issues including:
A. Palestine and Islamophobia
B. Only Antarctic research
C. Only European fisheries
D. Only Arctic shipping
Correct Answer: A
Their joint statements show close positions on Palestine, Islamophobia and regional sovereignty.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
The 2024 joint statement identified which forum as important for regional security and development?
A. SCO
B. NATO
C. EU
D. AU
Correct Answer: A
Pakistan and Iran described the SCO as an important regional platform.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan and Iran are both full members of the:
A. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
B. North Atlantic Treaty Organization
C. Arab League
D. Commonwealth
Correct Answer: A
Iran joined the SCO as a full member after Pakistan had already become a member.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan and Iran are both founding members of the:
A. D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation
B. G7
C. G20
D. European Free Trade Association
Correct Answer: A
Both are members of the D-8 group of developing Muslim-majority economies.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan and Iran are both members of the:
A. Organization of Islamic Cooperation
B. European Union
C. NATO
D. ASEAN
Correct Answer: A
Both states cooperate extensively within the OIC.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Which country was not an original RCD member?
A. Pakistan
B. Iran
C. Türkiye
D. Kazakhstan
Correct Answer: D
Kazakhstan joined ECO during the 1992 expansion.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
ECO expanded from three to ten members in:
A. 1985
B. 1992
C. 2001
D. 2017
Correct Answer: B
Afghanistan and six newly independent Central Asian republics joined in 1992.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
The basic constituent document of ECO is the:
A. Treaty of Izmir
B. Treaty of Tehran
C. Lahore Declaration
D. Charter of Dhaka
Correct Answer: A
The Treaty of Izmir is ECO's foundational instrument.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
The headquarters of ECO are in:
A. Islamabad
B. Tehran
C. Ankara
D. Tashkent
Correct Answer: B
ECO's permanent headquarters are located in Tehran.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
RCD was transformed into the Economic Cooperation Organization in:
A. 1979
B. 1985
C. 1992
D. 2001
Correct Answer: B
The three founding states rechristened RCD as ECO in 1985.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan's early recognition of revolutionary Iran demonstrated:
A. A desire to preserve neighbourly relations despite regime change
B. A claim over Iranian territory
C. Rejection of diplomatic relations
D. Withdrawal from the OIC
Correct Answer: A
The decision showed an emphasis on continuity and non-interference.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Which development most directly transformed Iran's domestic political system in 1979?
A. Islamic Revolution
B. RCD summit
C. CENTO expansion
D. Indus Waters Treaty
Correct Answer: A
The Islamic Revolution replaced the Pahlavi monarchy.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
The post-1979 relationship retained continuity primarily because of:
A. Geography and deep societal links
B. A common currency
C. A single-party government
D. A shared military command
Correct Answer: A
Neighbourhood, culture, religion and cross-border communities ensured continuity despite ideological change.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
Pakistan's policy during the Iran–Iraq War was generally characterized by:
A. Avoiding direct military involvement and maintaining relations with Iran
B. Joining Iraq's invasion
C. Breaking all ties with Iran
D. Occupying Iranian territory
Correct Answer: A
Pakistan sought a balanced position while maintaining its relationship with Iran.
CSS - PMS - CCE - PCS - Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Relations - Pak - Iran Relations
A major challenge after 1979 was balancing Pakistan's relations with Iran and:
A. Arab Gulf states and the United States
B. Latin America only
C. Scandinavia only
D. Pacific microstates
Correct Answer: A
Pakistan has often balanced ties with Iran against strong relations with the United States and Gulf Arab partners.