Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Saline and alkaline soils are a major problem particularly in parts of the:
A. Lower Indus Plain
B. Highest Karakoram peaks
C. Deosai Plateau only
D. Chitral glaciers
Correct Answer: A
High evaporation, irrigation seepage, and poor drainage can concentrate salts in the soils of the lower Indus basin.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The Potohar Plateau is especially known for:
A. Gullied terrain and loess-like deposits
B. Coral atolls
C. Active lava fields
D. Permanent dunes only
Correct Answer: A
Erosion by streams has deeply dissected the Potohar upland, which also contains wind-blown and alluvial sediments.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The term 'bangar' refers to:
A. Older alluvium above active floodplains
B. Fresh delta mud only
C. Glacial ice
D. Mangrove peat
Correct Answer: A
Bangar is older alluvium generally lying above the level of recent river flooding.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The term 'khaddar' refers to:
A. Newer floodplain alluvium
B. Old desert sand
C. Mountain scree
D. Coastal coral
Correct Answer: A
Khaddar is the younger alluvium deposited on active or recent floodplains.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The most widespread agricultural soils of the Indus Plain are:
A. Alluvial soils
B. Volcanic soils
C. Tundra soils
D. Laterite soils
Correct Answer: A
The Indus and its tributaries have deposited extensive fertile alluvium across Punjab and Sindh.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Dust storms are most likely during the hot dry season in:
A. The plains and desert margins
B. Permanent glacier zones
C. Deep coastal waters
D. Alpine snowfields only
Correct Answer: A
Strong convection and dry loose soil favour dust storms in the hot pre-monsoon season.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The summer monsoon has its strongest influence in Pakistan's:
A. Northeastern and eastern regions
B. Far western deserts only
C. Makran coast only
D. Chagai Hills only
Correct Answer: A
Moist monsoon currents affect northeastern Punjab, Kashmir, and adjoining northern/eastern regions most strongly.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Balochistan often experiences large daily and seasonal temperature ranges because of:
A. Continentality, dryness, and elevation
B. Dense tropical forests
C. Warm ocean currents everywhere
D. Permanent monsoon cloud
Correct Answer: A
Dry air, inland location, and plateau elevation allow rapid heating and cooling.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Why is Karachi's temperature range generally smaller than that of inland cities?
A. Marine influence of the Arabian Sea
B. Permanent snow cover
C. Higher altitude than Quetta
D. Location inside a rainforest
Correct Answer: A
The sea heats and cools more slowly than land, moderating Karachi's temperatures.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The highest mountain areas of Pakistan experience mainly a:
A. Highland or alpine climate
B. Tropical rainforest climate
C. Hot desert climate at all elevations
D. Uniform coastal climate
Correct Answer: A
High altitude produces cold winters, cool summers, snow, and alpine conditions.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Pakistan's annual rainfall generally decreases from:
A. Northeast toward southwest
B. Southwest toward northeast
C. West toward east only
D. Coast toward every inland area equally
Correct Answer: A
The northeast receives stronger monsoon influence, while much of the southwest is very dry.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Winter rainfall in northern and western Pakistan is mainly brought by:
A. Western disturbances
B. Trade winds from Australia
C. Equatorial calm belts
D. Local sea breezes only
Correct Answer: A
Mid-latitude western disturbances bring winter rain and mountain snow, especially to western and northern Pakistan.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Pakistan's main summer monsoon season generally occurs during:
A. December–February
B. March–May
C. June–September
D. October–November only
Correct Answer: C
Most monsoon rainfall arrives from June to September.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
How many broad seasons are commonly recognized in Pakistan's climate?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Six
Correct Answer: C
A common classification recognizes winter, hot dry season, summer monsoon, and post-monsoon season.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
The climate of most of Pakistan is broadly:
A. Arid to semi-arid
B. Equatorial rainforest
C. Polar
D. Mediterranean throughout
Correct Answer: A
Low rainfall and high evaporation make much of Pakistan arid or semi-arid.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Which group contains only major ports or coastal towns of Balochistan?
A. Gwadar, Ormara, Pasni
B. Lahore, Multan, Sialkot
C. Peshawar, Mardan, Swat
D. Gilgit, Skardu, Hunza
Correct Answer: A
Gwadar, Ormara, and Pasni are major settlements along the Makran coast of Balochistan.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Which vegetation type is especially characteristic of the Indus Delta?
A. Mangrove forest
B. Alpine tundra
C. Deodar forest
D. Juniper woodland
Correct Answer: A
Salt-tolerant mangroves grow in the tidal creeks and mudflats of the Indus Delta.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Churna Island lies off the coast near:
A. Karachi
B. Lahore
C. Peshawar
D. Skardu
Correct Answer: A
Churna is a small rocky island in the Arabian Sea west of Karachi.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Manora is located near the harbour of:
A. Karachi
B. Gwadar
C. Pasni
D. Ormara
Correct Answer: A
Manora forms part of the coastal setting at the entrance to Karachi Harbour.
Pakistan Affairs (P.A)
1947 - Present - Geography - ProvincesDivisionsand Districts of Pakistan
Astola Island lies off the coast of:
A. Balochistan
B. Punjab
C. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
D. Gilgit-Baltistan
Correct Answer: A
Astola lies in the Arabian Sea off the Makran coast near Pasni.