Civil-military relations in Pakistan refer to the interaction between:
a) The judiciary and executive
b) The civilian government and military establishment
c) Political parties and election commission
d) Media and security agencies
Which event marked the first military coup in Pakistan?
a) 1977 coup by General Zia-ul-Haq
b) 1999 coup by General Pervez Musharraf
c) 1958 coup by General Ayub Khan
d) 1969 takeover by General Yahya Khan
Who was the first military ruler of Pakistan?
a) General Zia-ul-Haq
b) General Pervez Musharraf
c) General Ayub Khan
d) General Yahya Khan
Which constitutional amendment in Pakistan limited the president’s power to dismiss the Prime Minister?
a) 8th Amendment
b) 13th Amendment
c) 18th Amendment
d) 21st Amendment
What is the primary role of the Pakistan military under the Constitution?
a) Governing the country
b) Conducting foreign policy
c) Defending the country from external and internal threats
d) Managing economic affairs
Which Prime Minister was dismissed in 1999 following a military coup?
a) Benazir Bhutto
b) Nawaz Sharif
c) Yousaf Raza Gillani
d) Imran Khan
Which doctrine was used to justify military takeovers in Pakistan?
a) Doctrine of Necessity
b) Doctrine of Democracy
c) Doctrine of State Sovereignty
d) Doctrine of Executive Power
What is a major cause of civil-military tension in Pakistan?
a) Military interference in economic policies
b) Civilian control over military budgets
c) Frequent political instability and governance failures
d) Absence of a judiciary system
Which military ruler introduced the system of Basic Democracies in Pakistan?
a) General Pervez Musharraf
b) General Zia-ul-Haq
c) General Ayub Khan
d) General Yahya Khan
Which military ruler imposed martial law in Pakistan in 1977?
a) General Yahya Khan
b) General Zia-ul-Haq
c) General Ayub Khan
d) General Pervez Musharraf
The National Security Council (NSC) was established under which military ruler?
a) General Pervez Musharraf
b) General Zia-ul-Haq
c) General Yahya Khan
d) General Ayub Khan
What role does the military play in Pakistan’s foreign policy?
a) None, as it is fully controlled by the civilian government
b) It plays a dominant role in security and defense policies
c) It only assists in diplomatic negotiations
d) It manages trade relations with other countries
Which Prime Minister of Pakistan was dismissed twice due to civil-military conflicts?
a) Benazir Bhutto
b) Nawaz Sharif
c) Imran Khan
d) Yousaf Raza Gillani
Which Pakistani military leader introduced Islamic laws in governance?
a) General Ayub Khan
b) General Yahya Khan
c) General Zia-ul-Haq
d) General Pervez Musharraf
How many times has martial law been imposed in Pakistan?
a) Two times
b) Three times
c) Four times
d) Five times
Which civilian government first attempted to assert control over military budgets?
a) Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s government
b) Nawaz Sharif’s government
c) Benazir Bhutto’s government
d) Imran Khan’s government
Which military leader was responsible for the 1999 coup in Pakistan?
a) General Yahya Khan
b) General Ayub Khan
c) General Zia-ul-Haq
d) General Pervez Musharraf
Which factor has historically strengthened the military’s role in Pakistan’s politics?
a) Strong civilian institutions
b) Economic stability
c) Weak governance and political instability
d) Judicial independence
Which body is responsible for formulating Pakistan’s defense policies?
a) National Security Council
b) Federal Investigation Agency
c) Supreme Court
d) Election Commission
The Kargil conflict occurred under which government?
a) Benazir Bhutto
b) Nawaz Sharif
c) Imran Khan
d) Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
What is one major demand of civilian governments in Pakistan regarding military control?
a) Greater transparency in military spending
b) More involvement in foreign trade
c) Control over media organizations
d) More power for intelligence agencies
What is a major criticism of military involvement in Pakistan’s politics?
a) It leads to increased foreign investment
b) It weakens democratic institutions
c) It improves governance structures
d) It promotes economic growth
What is the impact of military rule on democratic institutions?
a) Strengthens the electoral process
b) Weakens political parties and parliament
c) Encourages free and fair elections
d) Ensures a more balanced government
Which of the following is a major concern about civil-military relations in Pakistan?
a) Civilian supremacy over military matters
b) Military’s influence over national policy-making
c) Strict adherence to constitutional boundaries
d) Reduction in defense budgets
Which international body often comments on civil-military relations in Pakistan?
a) FIFA
b) United Nations
c) NASA
d) World Health Organization
What is one way to improve civil-military relations in Pakistan?
a) Strengthening civilian institutions and governance
b) Giving the military more control over the economy
c) Reducing civilian oversight
d) Eliminating political parties
