COVID-19 Pandemic and International Response MCQs are crucial for CSS candidates studying International Relations, Public Health Policies, and Global Governance. The COVID-19 pandemic, which was caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, broke out in late 2019 and spread quickly across the globe, resulting in a global health emergency, economic downturns, and policy responses. Governments, health agencies, and global institutions launched vaccination campaigns, lockdowns, and economic stimulus packages to contain the effects. CSS aspirants must be aware of pandemic response strategies, international collaboration, and how Pakistan managed COVID-19.
H2: International Response and Pandemic Management Strategies
The World Health Organization (WHO) identified COVID-19 as a pandemic in March 2020, leading governments to implement quarantine procedures, social distancing strategies, and mass testing protocols. Countries such as China, the US, and the EU used stringent lockdowns, electronic health monitoring, and emergency authorization for vaccines to prevent the transmission. The swift evolution of mRNA vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna), viral vector vaccines (AstraZeneca, Sputnik V), and inactivated virus vaccines (Sinopharm, Sinovac) was important in global immunization. Moreover, financial institutions such as the IMF and World Bank facilitated economic relief packages to stabilize economies. CSS aspirants need to evaluate how countries’ strategies influenced pandemic results and economic rebound.
H3: Pakistan’s Response and Challenges During COVID-19
Pakistan established the National Command and Operation Center (NCOC) to streamline health policies, vaccine delivery, and public campaigns. Smart Lockdowns were initiated by the government, minimizing economic loss while managing infection levels. Vaccination drives with Sinopharm, Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and CanSino were initiated, reaching high immunization levels by 2022. Gaps in healthcare infrastructure, misinformation, and economic recession posed challenges to controlling the pandemic. Pakistan was also provided with foreign aid, COVAX vaccine doses, and IMF financial support to recover. CSS candidates will learn public health policies, international crisis management, and how pandemics will affect global governance in the long run by practicing MCQs and free flashcards on COVID-19 and the international response.
Which organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic in March 2020?
A) United Nations
B) World Health Organization (WHO)
C) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
D) World Bank
Where was the first COVID-19 case reported?
A) Italy
B) USA
C) China
D) Brazil
Which country reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases in 2021?
A) India
B) Brazil
C) USA
D) Russia
What does “COVID-19” stand for?
A) Coronavirus Disease 2019
B) Common Viral Disease 2019
C) Contagious Viral Disorder 19
D) Critical Viral Infection 2019
Which measure was widely recommended to prevent COVID-19 spread?
A) Wearing masks
B) Eating more fruits
C) Exercising daily
D) Avoiding cold drinks
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of COVID-19?
A) Fever
B) Cough
C) Blurred vision
D) Shortness of breath
Which organization launched the COVAX initiative?
A) WHO
B) UNICEF
C) GAVI
D) All of the above
Which type of virus causes COVID-19?
A) Influenza
B) Rhinovirus
C) Coronavirus
D) Adenovirus
Which city was the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak?
A) Beijing
B) Wuhan
C) New York
D) London
What is the incubation period of COVID-19?
A) 1-2 days
B) 2-14 days
C) 15-20 days
D) 21-30 days
Which vaccine was the first to receive emergency use authorization?
A) Moderna
B) Pfizer-BioNTech
C) AstraZeneca
D) Sinopharm
Which country developed the Sputnik V vaccine?
A) USA
B) UK
C) Russia
D) China
What is the primary purpose of booster shots?
A) Replace primary doses
B) Strengthen immunity
C) Prevent side effects
D) Reduce vaccine storage requirements
Which test is widely used to diagnose COVID-19?
A) MRI
B) X-ray
C) PCR test
D) Ultrasound
Which country was the first to begin mass COVID-19 vaccination?
A) USA
B) UK
C) China
D) Russia
Which age group was most vulnerable to severe COVID-19 complications?
A) Children under 5
B) Teenagers
C) Elderly (above 60)
D) Young adults (18-25)
What does “lockdown” mean in the context of COVID-19?
A) Shutting down hospitals
B) Restricting movement and gatherings
C) Closing all supermarkets
D) Stopping internet access
Which of the following is NOT a COVID-19 variant?
A) Delta
B) Omicron
C) Zeta
D) Alpha
Which country developed the Sinopharm vaccine?
A) USA
B) UK
C) China
D) Russia
Which global economic sector was most affected by COVID-19?
A) Agriculture
B) Tourism
C) Construction
D) Real Estate
Which organization approved COVID-19 vaccines for emergency use?
A) WHO
B) IMF
C) WTO
D) UNESCO
Which country was the first to detect the Omicron variant?
A) USA
B) South Africa
C) India
D) UK
Which of these is NOT a type of COVID-19 vaccine?
A) mRNA
B) Adenovirus vector
C) Live bacterial vaccine
D) Inactivated virus
Which country suffered one of the worst second waves of COVID-19 in 2021?
A) Brazil
B) India
C) Germany
D) Canada
What does PPE stand for in COVID-19 safety measures?
A) Personal Protection Equipment
B) Pandemic Prevention Effort
C) Public Policy Enforcement
D) Protective Pandemic Essentials
Which measure helped in detecting COVID-19 outbreaks early?
A) Temperature checks
B) Mass testing
C) Social distancing
D) Contact tracing
What was a major challenge for developing countries in COVID-19 response?
A) Lack of social media
B) Vaccine hesitancy
C) Overpopulation
D) Poor internet access
Which COVID-19 variant led to the highest global infections?
A) Alpha
B) Beta
C) Delta
D) Gamma
Which of the following was a treatment for severe COVID-19 cases?
A) Hydroxychloroquine
B) Remdesivir
C) Ibuprofen
D) Paracetamol
Which industry saw a boom due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
A) Tourism
B) Online streaming services
C) Airline travel
D) Construction
