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What period is referred to as the formative years of Pakistan?
1947 to 1958
Which of the following issues did Pakistan face in its early days? (Select all that apply)
When was the first war of Kashmir fought?
24th October 1948
Who died on 11th September 1948?
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What resolution was passed on 23rd March 1949?
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What significant event occurred on 16th October 1951?
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The Urdu-Bengali controversy culminated in 1952, leading to protests for Bengali to be declared a national language.
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Which military agreements did Pakistan sign with the USA during 1954-1955?
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The first constitution of Pakistan was implemented on ______.
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What significant action was taken on 7th October 1958?
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Formative Years of Pakistan (1947-1958)
- The period from 1947 to 1958 is recognized as the formative years of Pakistan as it struggled for self-reliance and economic stability.
- Pakistan faced numerous initial challenges including migration issues, unfair territorial demarcation, inadequate infrastructure, and division of national assets.
- The First Kashmir War occurred on October 24, 1948, marking one of the first significant conflicts between Pakistan and India, leading to a ceasefire agreement and the promise of a future referendum on Kashmir.
- Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah passed away on September 11, 1948, creating a leadership vacuum and causing significant national loss.
- The Objective Resolution was passed on March 23, 1949, establishing fundamental principles for the country’s governance, rooted in its philosophical foundations.
- Liaqat Ali Khan's visit to the USA from May 3 to 5, 1950, initiated a strategic partnership between Pakistan and the United States.
- Prime Minister Liaqat Ali Khan was assassinated on October 16, 1951, highlighting the political instability and loss of leadership in the country.
- The Urdu-Bengali controversy escalated in 1952, resulting in widespread protests demanding Bengali be recognized as a national language alongside Urdu.
- Between 1954-1955, Pakistan entered military alliances CENTO and SEATO with the USA, seeking military support against India, which led to compromises in neutrality.
- The first Five-Year Plan was introduced in 1955 to establish economic goals; although targets were not met, it marked a significant step toward economic progress.
- Pakistan's first constitution was enacted on March 23, 1956, establishing a parliamentary, democratic, and Islamic framework, and officially recognizing both Urdu and Bengali as national languages.
- On October 7, 1958, Martial Law was declared in response to severe political instability and the perceived risk of foreign aggression, asserting that democracy was failing to manage the country's challenges.
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Explore the significant formative years of Pakistan from 1947 to 1958. This quiz covers the challenges faced by the newborn nation, including migration issues, infrastructure deficits, and the first Kashmir war. Test your knowledge on how Pakistan sought self-reliance and cultural identity during its early days.
