Pakistan's Geo-Strategic Importance Quiz and Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following countries is Pakistan surrounded by?

India, Russia, and China (correct)

Afghanistan, Iran, and Turkey

Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia

Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

What percentage of global trade is done through the Arabian Sea?

90%

60%

50%

75% (correct)

How many major temperature zones is Pakistan divided into?

4 (correct)

What is Pakistan's unique advantage in terms of air travel?

Most airplanes use Pakistan's air space Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of Pakistan's location in terms of Afghanistan and Central Asia?

Only Pakistan can provide transit facilities to Afghanistan and Central Asia Signup and view all the answers

How many major natural regions is Pakistan divided into?

5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the total area of Pakistan in square kilometers?

7,96096 sq.km Signup and view all the answers

Pakistan shares its longest border with which country?

Afghanistan Signup and view all the answers

What is the population of Pakistan according to the 2017 census?

207,774,520 Signup and view all the answers

What is the latitude range of Pakistan?

23.45 to 37.05 degree north Signup and view all the answers

What is the width of the narrow strip of Wakhan that separates Pakistan from Tajikistan?

16 km at its narrowest point Signup and view all the answers

Who said that 'while history has been unkind to Pakistan, its geography has been its greatest benefit'?

Stephen Cohen Signup and view all the answers

What is a drawback of the Afghan Jihad in Pakistan?

Deterioration of health and hygiene Signup and view all the answers

Who was nominated as Prime Minister by President Zia?

Muhammad Khan Junejo Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the 8th amendment in the Pakistani constitution?

The President gained the power to dismiss the government Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Junejo government dismissed?

Due to differences with the President Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the Afghan refugees settling in Pakistan?

Deterioration of law and order Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the 1985 elections in Pakistan?

The National and Provincial Assemblies were formed Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Importance of Pakistan's Geolocation

Pakistan is surrounded by three world-important countries: India, Russia, and China.
It provides transit facilities to Afghanistan and central Asian landlocked Muslim countries.
Most airplanes use Pakistan's air space to travel between east and west.

Geo-Political and Geo-Economic Domains

Pakistan has resources-rich areas in the North-West and a rich population in the North-East.
Its location makes it a gateway to Central Asia and the Middle East.
It is a fort of Islam and has political, defense, and economic importance.

Geographical Features

Pakistan's physical profile consists of:
- Mountain Regions (Northern, North-Western, and South Western)
- Plateaus (Pothwar and Balochistan Plateaus)
- Plains (Upper and Lower Indus Plains)
- Deserts (Thal, Cholistan, and Nara Tharparkar)
- Coastal Area (Coastal Areas of Sindh and Balochistan)

Temperature Zones

Pakistan is divided into four major temperature zones:
- Highlands (Northern and North-Western Mountain Ranges)
- Plains (Upper Indus and Lower Indus Plains)
- Balochistan Plateau and Thar Desert
- Coastal Areas

Natural Regions

Pakistan is divided into five major natural regions:
- Plains
- Deserts
- Coastal Regions
- Mountain Regions
- Plateaus

Geography

Geography is the study of the earth/land as the home of the people.
It deals with the location of countries and how the environment controls human behavior.

Location of Pakistan

Pakistan is located in the South Asian region.
It has a total area of approximately 796,096 sq. km and a population of 207,774,520 as of 2017.
Pakistan stretches over 1,600 km from north to south and is approximately 850 km wide from east to west.

Neighbouring Countries

North and North-East: China (592 km long border)
North-West: Narrow strip of Wakhan (16 km wide at its narrowest point), separating Pakistan from Tajikistan
West: Afghanistan (2,650 km long border)
South-West: Iran (950 km long border)
East: India (2,100 km long border)
South: 1,000 km long coastal area/Arabian Sea

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Pakistan's unique location provides strategic advantages, including access to resources, transit facilities, and airspace that connects east and west. Learn more about the country's geo-political and geo-economic significance.