Iran | MCQs

Explanation

President Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq was instrumental in mediating the Iran-Iraq War during the early 1980s.

His efforts were particularly notable in the latter part of 1982.

Zia-ul-Haq engaged in diplomatic efforts to encourage negotiations between Iran and Iraq, aiming to bring an end to the conflict that had started in September 1980.

His mediation efforts continued through 1982, demonstrating Pakistan's role in seeking a peaceful resolution to the war.

Explanation

Pakistan and Iran opened the Pishin-Mand border crossing point in Kech district on Wednesday for facilitating trade between the two countries.

Minister for Defence Production Zubaida Jalal and Iranian Minister for Communication and Urban Development Mohammad Islami jointly inaugurated the third border crossing point at a ceremony held in the Mand Rag area.

Explanation

In 2024, Iran for the first time showcased the Shahed 136B drone and Jihad ballistic missile.

Iran presented this new kamikaze drone as part of its military modernization program.

The Shahed-136B drone is an upgraded version of the Shahed-136

This drone has an operational range of more than 4,000 kilometers (2,500 miles).

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Explanation

In June 2022, Iran launched a solid-fueled rocket into space named ‘Zuljanah’ which is a 25.5 meter-long rocket, capable of carrying a satellite of 220 kilograms. 

Explanation

Sayyid Ruhollah Khomeini, was an Iranian political and religious leader who served as the first supreme leader of Iran from 1979 until his death on June 3, 1989.

Explanation

Umar was the second Muslim caliph (from 634),

Under whom Arab armies conquered Mesopotamia and Syria

And began the conquest of Iran and Egypt.

Additional information:

The Pious Caliphs were the first four Caliphs.

They were:

•  Abu Bakr
•  Umar
•  Uthman
•  Ali

Explanation

Pakistan and Iran on June 1, 2022 signed a 32-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost bilateral trade and provide more facilities to people involved in the border trade and other business activities.

Explanation

The Shahed-136 is a notable drone used by Iran.

It is a loitering munition or "suicide drone," designed to carry explosives and crash into targets. 

Development began in 2005 

First flight: Spring 2012

Introduction: September 2013