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Pakistan Studies Geography: Practice Questions with Answers

This document contains practice questions for Pakistan Studies Geography, focusing on
Chapters 1 (Land of Pakistan), 2 (Topography), and 3 (Climate), along with their answers.

1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)


1. The total area of Pakistan is:
a) 796,096 sq. km
b) 881,913 sq. km
c) 652,230 sq. km

 Answer: a) 796,096 sq. km

2. Which river flows through the Potwar Plateau?


a) Indus
b) Jhelum
c) Ravi

 Answer: b) Jhelum

3. The Thar Desert is located in which province?


a) Punjab
b) Sindh
c) KP

 Answer: b) Sindh

4. What is the latitude of Karachi?


a) 24°N
b) 30°N
c) 36°N

 Answer: a) 24°N

5. Which mountain range includes K2?


a) Hindu Kush
b) Karakoram
c) Himalayas

 Answer: b) Karakoram

2. Short Answer Questions with Answers


 What is the latitudinal and longitudinal extent of Pakistan?

6. Answer: Pakistan lies between latitudes 24°N to 37°N and longitudes 60°E to 77°E.
 Name the countries that share borders with Pakistan.

7. Answer: India (east), China (north), Afghanistan (northwest), Iran (west).

 Name the major mountain ranges in Pakistan.

8. Answer: Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush.

 What are the key features of the Indus Plain?

9. Answer: Fertile flatlands, formed by the Indus River and its tributaries, ideal for
agriculture in Punjab and Sindh.

 Define monsoon and explain its significance in Pakistan.

10. Answer: Monsoon refers to seasonal winds bringing rain. It is crucial for agriculture in
the Indus Plain, especially for crops like rice.

 Name the main climatic regions of Pakistan.

11. Answer: Arid/desert, semi-arid, humid/sub-humid, and highland regions.

3. Long Answer Questions with Hints


 Explain the geopolitical significance of Pakistan's location.

12. Hint: Discuss Pakistan's location in South Asia, proximity to trade routes, neighboring
countries, and access to the Arabian Sea.

 Describe the topographical features of the Northern and Western Highlands.

13. Hint: Include the Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush ranges, key peaks like K2, and
the Potwar Plateau.

 Discuss how different factors affect the climate of Pakistan.

14. Hint: Include latitude, altitude, proximity to the sea, and wind systems.

 Compare the climatic conditions of northern Pakistan with the southern coastal regions.

15. Hint: Contrast the cold, dry climate of northern areas with the hot, humid climate of the
south.

 Explain the significance of the Indus River system for Pakistan's agriculture and
economy.

16. Hint: Mention irrigation, hydroelectric power, and support for major crops like wheat
and rice.
4. Map-Based Questions
1. Label the following features on a blank map of Pakistan:
- Mountain Ranges: Karakoram, Hindu Kush, Himalayas
- Rivers: Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej
- Deserts: Thar and Cholistan
- Provinces and Capitals: Punjab (Lahore), Sindh (Karachi), KP (Peshawar), Balochistan
(Quetta)
- Cities/Ports: Gwadar, Karachi, Islamabad

Answer: Refer to the atlas or maps in your textbook for detailed labeling.

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