Practise 22 real Federal Board questions on Economy of Pakistan from 2023 to 2026. See the answer and explanation as soon as you answer.
Economy of Pakistan is one of the 8 main chapters in our Federal Board Matric Pakistan Studies question bank (10th class), and about 9% of its real questions come from it. Tayyari Karo has 22 real questions on this chapter from 2023 to 2026; 5 are multiple choice and marked instantly, and the rest are short and long questions with a model answer. By difficulty: 20 medium, 2 easy.
Work through the questions below, then open the explanation for each one. Redo the ones you missed a few days later.
These are real past-paper questions. Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.
The largest deposits of copper in Pakistan are found in ________ province.
Answer: D. Baluchistan
Balochistan holds Pakistan's largest copper deposits, notably at Reko Diq and Saindak.
Which one is considered the cash crop in Pakistan?
Answer: A. Cotton
Cotton is Pakistan's principal cash crop, forming the backbone of its textile export industry.
Nationalization policy between 1971 to 1977 led to:
Answer: C. Increased inflation
Bhutto's nationalization policy (1971-77) discouraged private investment and is widely associated with increased inflation and economic inefficiency.
Which dry port was constructed in 1973?
Answer: A. Lahore
The Lahore Dry Port was one of the earliest dry ports established in Pakistan, constructed in 1973.
The backbone of Pakistan's economy is:
Answer: D. Agriculture
Agriculture is traditionally described as the backbone of Pakistan's economy, employing a large share of the workforce and feeding agro-based industry.
Explain in detail the favourable conditions for the growth of major food and cash crops of Pakistan. Also write about the main growing areas.
Favourable conditions: (1) fertile alluvial soil of the Indus Plain, ideal for crops like wheat, rice, cotton and sugarcane; (2) an extensive canal irrigation network that supplies water even in low-rainfall areas; (3) a warm climate with a long growing season, suitable for both Rabi (winter) and Kharif (summer) crops; (4) availability of fertilizers and improved seed varieties that have raised yields in recent decades. …
The full model answer is in the app.
Enlist any three causes of poverty in Pakistan.
Three causes of poverty in Pakistan: (1) rapid population growth outpacing job creation; (2) illiteracy and lack of skills limiting employment opportunities; (3) unequal distribution of land and income, concentrating wealth among a small elite.
Briefly discuss the fishing in Pakistan. (Any three points)
Three points on fishing in Pakistan: (1) Pakistan has a long coastline (about 1,046 km) along the Arabian Sea, supporting a significant marine fishing industry, particularly around Karachi and Gwadar; (2) fishing is also carried out through inland waters — rivers, lakes and fish farms — contributing to domestic food supply; (3) seafood exports (shrimp, fish) generate valuable foreign exchange, though the industry faces challenges from overfishing and outdated equipment.
| Session | Questions |
|---|---|
| 2026 Annual | 4 |
| 2025 1st Annual | 8 |
| 2024 Annual | 7 |
| 2023 Annual | 3 |
22 real Federal Board (FBISE) Pakistan Studies questions on Economy of Pakistan from 2023 to 2026, for 10th class. Each one shows the session it came from.
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