Military Democracy of Pakistan Wael Fakhreddine & Tia Abdul Baki

Question 1

Which general imposed the first martial law in Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Ayub Khan

Question 2

Who are most vulnerable to blasphemy accusations in Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Religious minorities

Question 3

Which doctrine states that a successful revolution creates a new legal order?

Accepted Answer

Revolutionary Legality

Question 4

Why do many investors hesitate to invest in Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Political instability

Question 5

What is the current percentage of GDP spent on education in Pakistan (2023)?

Accepted Answer

1.8%

Question 6

How many military coups has Pakistan experienced?

Accepted Answer

4

Question 7

Which province holds the most political and economic power in Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Punjab

Question 8

What can improve Pakistan’s democratic development?

Accepted Answer

Investing in human development

Question 9

When did Pakistan gain independence?

Accepted Answer

1947

Question 10

What was introduced under Zia-ul-Haq’s regime?

Accepted Answer

Hudood Ordinances

Question 11

What was the Doctrine of Necessity used for?

Accepted Answer

To legalize military coups

Question 12

What is the literacy rate in Pakistan as of 2023 (approx)?

Accepted Answer

62.8%

Question 13

Which Supreme Court case justified Zia-ul-Haq’s military takeover?

Accepted Answer

Nusrat Bhutto Case

Question 14

How does the military benefit from Pakistan’s weak civilian institutions?

Accepted Answer

By controlling national priorities

Question 15

Which institution often dominates civilian policy in Pakistan?

Accepted Answer

Military

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