Pakistan Defense policies and strategies MCQsBy: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 31, 2025 30 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. : Which of the following is a key objective of Pakistan’s defense policy? (A) Expansionism (B) Isolationism (C) Deterrence (D) Interventionism 2. : Pakistan’s defense strategy primarily focuses on: (A) Offensive capabilities (B) Defensive capabilities (C) Neutral stance (D) Non-alignment 3. : The concept of ‘minimum credible deterrence’ refers to: (A) Stockpiling excessive weapons (B) Achieving superiority over neighbors (C) Maintaining sufficient defense capabilities (D) Avoiding military alliances 4. : Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine emphasizes: (A) First-use policy (B) No-first-use policy (C) Preemptive strikes (D) Disarmament 5. : Pakistan’s defense alliances primarily focus on cooperation with: (A) NATO (B) CSTO (C) SCO (D) OIC 6. : Pakistan’s defense policy considers ______________ as the primary security threat. (A) Internal dissent (B) Nuclear proliferation (C) Terrorism (D) Economic instability 7. : Pakistan’s air defense strategy emphasizes: (A) Long-range missiles (B) Air superiority (C) Ground forces (D) Naval power 8. : The ‘Cold Start Doctrine’ is associated with which neighboring country of Pakistan? (A) China (B) Afghanistan (C) India (D) Iran 9. : Pakistan’s maritime strategy focuses on: (A) Maritime trade routes (B) Naval blockade (C) Aircraft carriers (D) Riverine warfare 10. : Pakistan’s defense policy is formulated by the: (A) President (B) Prime Minister (C) Ministry of Defense (D) Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee 11. : Pakistan’s defense expenditure is primarily aimed at: (A) Funding development projects (B) Strengthening the economy (C) Modernizing armed forces (D) Supporting welfare programs 12. : The ‘Afghanistan-Pakistan Action Plan for Peace and Solidarity (APAPPS)’ primarily focuses on: (A) Trade relations (B) Border security (C) Counterterrorism cooperation (D) Cultural exchanges 13. : Pakistan’s defense strategy emphasizes the importance of: (A) Conventional warfare (B) Guerrilla tactics (C) Cyber warfare (D) Space exploration 14. : The ‘National Security Committee’ of Pakistan is chaired by the: (A) President (B) Prime Minister (C) Minister of Defense (D) Chief of Army Staff 15. : Pakistan’s nuclear command and control system ensures: (A) Civilian oversight (B) Military control (C) International monitoring (D) Transparency 16. : Pakistan’s defense strategy towards its eastern border primarily focuses on: (A) Conventional military buildup (B) Confidence-building measures (C) Conflict resolution (D) Counterinsurgency operations 17. : Pakistan’s defense agreements with China primarily focus on: (A) Border disputes (B) Military aid (C) Technology transfer (D) Economic cooperation 18. : The ‘Zarb-e-Azb’ military operation was primarily aimed at: (A) Countering Indian aggression (B) Eliminating terrorism from Pakistan’s soil (C) Securing nuclear facilities (D) Suppressing political dissent 19. : Pakistan’s defense policy is guided by the principles of: (A) Non-alignment (B) Preemption (C) Deterrence (D) Neutrality 20. : Pakistan’s defense strategy towards its western border primarily focuses on: (A) Counterinsurgency operations (B) Economic development (C) Diplomatic negotiations (D) Humanitarian aid 21. : The ‘Strategic Export Control Division (SECDIV)’ of Pakistan is responsible for: (A) Regulating arms exports (B) Promoting foreign investments (C) Overseeing border security (D) Negotiating trade agreements 22. : The ‘Pakistan-China Economic Corridor (CPEC)’ has implications for Pakistan’s defense strategy due to its focus on: (A) Economic development (B) Energy security (C) Military cooperation (D) Territorial disputes 23. : Pakistan’s participation in UN peacekeeping missions is aligned with its defense policy’s emphasis on: (A) Bilateral agreements (B) Collective security (C) Nuclear disarmament (D) Humanitarian aid 24. : Pakistan’s ‘Strategic Vision South Asia’ aims to: (A) Promote regional integration (B) Enhance military capabilities (C) Achieve nuclear parity (D) Counter foreign influence 25. : The ‘National Defense University (NDU)’ of Pakistan primarily focuses on: (A) Military training (B) Civilian education (C) Policy analysis (D) Scientific research 26. : Pakistan’s defense policy regarding nuclear weapons emphasizes: (A) Proliferation (B) Non-proliferation (C) First-strike capability (D) Civilian use 27. : The ‘Strategic Plans Division (SPD)’ of Pakistan is responsible for: (A) Economic planning (B) Defense production (C) Nuclear assets management (D) Foreign relations 28. : Pakistan’s defense strategy towards non-state actors emphasizes: (A) Coexistence (B) Counterterrorism (C) Humanitarian aid (D) Disarmament 29. : The ‘National Security Advisor’ of Pakistan is appointed by the: (A) President (B) Prime Minister (C) Ministry of Defense (D) Chief of Army Staff 30. : Pakistan’s defense policy promotes: (A) Regional hegemony (B) Military intervention (C) Peaceful coexistence (D) Territorial expansion Related Posts:Pakistan Military and Defense MCQsForeign Policies of USA and UK Past PapersWrite Policies (Write-Through, Write-Back) MCQsImmunology and Host Defense Mechanisms MCQsWhich of the following is not the first line of defense?Which of the following is the first Asian country to join the NATO cyber defense group?