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Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat Syllabus
The Pakistan Studies and Islamiat syllabus for Navy Sailor Test in full: 5 chapters and 15 topics, every one listed below, plus 50 Pakistan Studies and Islamiat flashcards with answers.
Pakistan Studies and Islamiat syllabus: all 5 chapters
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Ideology and Creation of Pakistan
3 topics- Two Nation Theory
- Pakistan Movement
- Founders and Leaders
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History of Pakistan
3 topics- Constitutional Development
- Important Events and Dates
- National Heroes
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Government and Constitution
3 topics- Constitution of Pakistan
- Branches of Government
- National Symbols
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Fundamentals of Islam
3 topics- Articles of Faith (Iman)
- Pillars of Islam
- Prayers (Salah) and Worship
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Seerat-un-Nabi and Islamic History
3 topics- Life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
- Caliphate (Khulafa-e-Rashideen)
- Major Islamic Battles
Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat flashcards — 50 questions with answers
What is the Two Nation Theory?
The ideology that Muslims and Hindus are two distinct nations with separate religions, cultures, customs, and ways of life, and therefore Muslims deserve a separate homeland.
Who is regarded as the originator/early proponent of the Two Nation Theory?
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, who first described Muslims and Hindus as two separate nations.
In his 1940 Lahore address, how did Quaid-e-Azam describe Hindus and Muslims under the Two Nation Theory?
As two separate nations with different religions, philosophies, social customs and literature, who could never form one nation.
What event marked the formal demand for a separate Muslim state?
The Lahore Resolution (Pakistan Resolution), passed on 23 March 1940.
When and where was the All India Muslim League founded?
On 30 December 1906 at Dhaka (Dacca).
Who presented the Lahore Resolution of 1940 and who presided over the session?
It was moved by A.K. Fazlul Haq; the session was presided over by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
What was the Aligarh Movement and who started it?
An educational and social reform movement started by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan to promote modern (Western) and religious education among Muslims; it led to the founding of the M.A.O. College at Aligarh in 1875.
Which 1930 address proposed a separate Muslim state in northwest India?
Allama Iqbal's Allahabad Address (1930), where he proposed a consolidated Muslim state in the north-west of India.
Who is known as the 'Father of the Nation' of Pakistan?
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
What is Allama Muhammad Iqbal's title in relation to Pakistan?
Mufakkir-e-Pakistan (Thinker of Pakistan) and the national poet (Shair-e-Mashriq, Poet of the East).
When was Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah born and when did he die?
Born 25 December 1876 in Karachi; died 11 September 1948.
Who was the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?
Nawabzada Liaquat Ali Khan, known as Quaid-e-Millat and Shaheed-e-Millat.
Who was the first Governor-General of Pakistan?
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Who is famous as the 'Mother of the Nation' (Madar-e-Millat)?
Miss Fatima Jinnah, the sister of Quaid-e-Azam.
What were the Fourteen Points and who presented them?
A set of constitutional demands to safeguard Muslim rights, presented by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah in 1929 in response to the Nehru Report.
When did Pakistan gain independence?
14 August 1947 (27th Ramadan).
What was the Objectives Resolution and when was it passed?
A foundational document laying down the guiding principles of Pakistan's constitution, declaring sovereignty belongs to Allah; passed on 12 March 1949 by Liaquat Ali Khan.
When did Pakistan become an Islamic Republic with its first Constitution?
23 March 1956, when the first Constitution came into effect and Pakistan became the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
How many constitutions has Pakistan had and in which years were they enforced?
Three constitutions: 1956, 1962, and 1973.
Which constitution of Pakistan is currently in force and when was it enforced?
The 1973 Constitution, enforced on 14 August 1973.
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Under the 1973 Constitution, what form of government does Pakistan have?
A federal parliamentary system with a bicameral legislature.
Who is the head of state and who is the head of government in Pakistan?
The President is the head of state; the Prime Minister is the head of government.
What are the three branches of government in Pakistan?
The Legislature (makes laws), the Executive (implements laws), and the Judiciary (interprets laws).
What are the two houses of Pakistan's Parliament (Majlis-e-Shoora)?
The National Assembly (lower house) and the Senate (upper house).
How many seats does the National Assembly of Pakistan have?
342 seats (272 directly elected, plus reserved seats for women and non-Muslims).
What is the term of the National Assembly and the Senate?
The National Assembly serves 5 years; the Senate has a 6-year term with half its members elected every 3 years.
What is the highest court in Pakistan?
The Supreme Court of Pakistan, headed by the Chief Justice of Pakistan.
Who elects the President of Pakistan?
An Electoral College consisting of members of the Senate, National Assembly, and the four Provincial Assemblies.
What is Pakistan's national flag and what do its parts symbolize?
A dark green flag with a white vertical stripe; green represents the Muslim majority, white represents religious minorities, and the crescent and star symbolize progress and light/knowledge.
Who designed the national flag of Pakistan and when was it adopted?
Designed by Ameer-ud-Din Kidwai; adopted on 11 August 1947.
What is the national anthem of Pakistan and who wrote its lyrics and music?
'Qaumi Taranah'; lyrics by Hafeez Jalandhari and music composed by Ahmed G. Chagla.
List Pakistan's national flower, national animal, and national bird.
National flower: Jasmine (Chambeli); national animal: Markhor; national bird: Chukar (partridge).
What is Pakistan's national language and what is the national tree and national fruit?
National language: Urdu; national tree: Deodar (Cedar); national fruit: Mango.
What are the Articles of Faith (Iman-e-Mufassal) in Islam?
Belief in (1) Allah, (2) His Angels, (3) His Books, (4) His Messengers, (5) the Day of Judgment, (6) Destiny/Divine Decree (Taqdeer), and (7) life after death.
What is Tawheed?
The belief in the absolute oneness and uniqueness of Allah, the most fundamental article of Islamic faith.
How many Pillars of Islam are there and what are they?
Five: Shahadah (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (almsgiving), Sawm (fasting in Ramadan), and Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah).
What is the Shahadah (the first pillar of Islam)?
The declaration of faith: 'La ilaha illallah, Muhammadur Rasulullah' — There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.
What is Zakat and what is its standard rate?
An obligatory charity given annually to the poor; the standard rate is 2.5% of one's accumulated wealth held above the nisab for one lunar year.
What is Sawm and during which month is it obligatory?
Fasting from dawn (Sehri) to sunset (Iftar), obligatory during the month of Ramadan.
What is Hajj and on whom is it obligatory?
The pilgrimage to the Kaaba in Makkah, obligatory once in a lifetime on every Muslim who is physically and financially able.
How many obligatory (Fard) daily prayers are there and name them?
Five: Fajr, Zuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha.
How many Fard (obligatory) rakats are in each of the five daily prayers?
Fajr: 2, Zuhr: 4, Asr: 4, Maghrib: 3, Isha: 4.
What is Wudu (ablution) and why is it performed?
The ritual washing of the face, hands/arms, head, and feet to attain purity (Taharah) required before performing Salah.
What is the Qibla and in which direction is it?
The direction Muslims face during prayer — towards the Kaaba in Makkah (Masjid al-Haram).
What is the difference between Fard, Sunnah, and Nafl prayers?
Fard are obligatory prayers, Sunnah are those regularly performed by the Prophet (PBUH), and Nafl are voluntary/optional prayers for extra reward.
What is Jumu'ah prayer and when is it offered?
The congregational Friday prayer offered in place of Zuhr, consisting of a sermon (Khutbah) followed by two Fard rakats.
How many Messengers (Rasools) is a Muslim required to believe in, and who is the last Prophet?
A Muslim believes in all prophets (about 124,000 mentioned in tradition, 25 named in the Quran); Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the last and final Prophet (Khatam-un-Nabiyyin).
Name the four revealed Books (Kutub) of Allah and the prophets to whom they were given.
Torah (Taurat) to Prophet Musa, Psalms (Zabur) to Prophet Dawud, Gospel (Injil) to Prophet Isa, and the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Who was the first President of Pakistan and when did Pakistan become a republic?
Major General Iskander Mirza became the first President when Pakistan became a republic on 23 March 1956.
What is the significance of 23 March in Pakistan's history?
It commemorates the Lahore (Pakistan) Resolution of 1940 and the enforcement of the first Constitution in 1956; it is celebrated as Pakistan Day.
Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat FAQ
What is in the Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat syllabus?
Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat is split into 5 chapters: Ideology and Creation of Pakistan, History of Pakistan, Government and Constitution, Fundamentals of Islam and Seerat-un-Nabi and Islamic History. Together they contain 15 topics.
How many chapters are in Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat?
5 chapters, containing 15 topics. The largest chapter is Ideology and Creation of Pakistan, with 3 topics.
Are there flashcards for Navy Sailor Test Pakistan Studies and Islamiat?
Yes — a 50-card Pakistan Studies and Islamiat deck, printed in full in the flashcards section of this page and available in the Examius app with spaced repetition. The free plan covers one exam of your choice, including its flashcards; Examius Pro, a one-time purchase, unlocks every other exam and deck.