Short Q/A Economic Development

Q.ix Narrate four important problems being faced by the agricultural sector of Pakistan.

Ans: Problems being faced by agriculture sector: Find below a few of important problems the agricultural sector is facing in Pakistan. 1. Lack of Agricultural Inputs: Pakistani farmers are a victim of backwardness. Their financial condition is poor. The person who provides food for others is not getting sufficient food for himself. The procuring and … Read more

Q.viii To which countries does Pakistan export sports goods?

Ans: The Pakistani cities of Sialkot and Lahore are famous for the manufacturing of sports goods. Worth mentioning are the equipment of volleyball, football, carom board, hockey, and cricket. Holland, Belgium, France, Italy, Britain, Germany and America etc are important buyers of our sports goods. Related Questions: Who was appointed as the first civil martial … Read more

Q.vil Make three suggestions to solve agricultural problems in Pakistan.

Ans: Solution of Agricultural Problems: The following measures can be taken to solve agricultural problems: 1. Farmers should be given interest free loans for modern technology. The use of these loans should be supervised so that these amounts are not spent extravagantly. 2. For irrigation purposes, dams should be built to store rainwater. This will … Read more

Q.vi Write the name of five cities of Pakistan where dry-ports are established.

Ans: Establishment of dry-ports: In 1973, the first dry-port of Pakistan was constructed in Lahore. After its success, the dry-ports in Karachi (1974), Quetta (1984), Peshawar (1986), Multan (1988) and Rawalpindi (1990) were established. Related Questions: Who was appointed as the first civil martial law administrator of Pakistan? Q20. What is the importance of dairy … Read more

Q.iv Write a note on gypsum.

Ans: Gypsum: In the preparation of phosphate fertilizer, gypsum is used as a raw material It is also used in cement industry, paper manufacturing, plaster of Paris sulphuric acid, paint and polish industry and also in rubber industry. In Pakistan gypsum is found in Khewra, Dandot, Daud Khel, Quaidabad, Rohri Kohat, Dera Ghazi Khan, Loralai, … Read more

Qii Which organization was established for the development of mineral resources?

Ans: The Mineral Development Corporation was established for the purposes of development of mineral resources in Pakistan in 1974. Related Questions: Who was appointed as the first civil martial law administrator of Pakistan? Q19. Explain the uses and importance of animals like sheep and goats in Pakistan. Q20. What is the importance of dairy farming … Read more