Pakistan’s Maritime Strategy and Blue Economy MCQS

1. What does the term “Blue Economy” primarily refer to?
(A) Industrial expansion inland
(B) Sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth
(C) Desert agriculture and water conservation
(D) Renewable energy production in mountainous regions

2. Which port is considered the cornerstone of Pakistan’s maritime strategy?
(A) Port Qasim
(B) Gwadar Port
(C) Karachi Port
(D) Pasni Port

3. Pakistan’s maritime territory includes an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) extending up to:
(A) 100 nautical miles
(B) 150 nautical miles
(C) 200 nautical miles
(D) 250 nautical miles

4. In which year did Pakistan’s continental shelf extend to 350 nautical miles, increasing its maritime area?
(A) 2005
(B) 2010
(C) 2015
(D) 2018

5. Which of the following is a key component of Pakistan’s Blue Economy vision?
(A) Urban infrastructure
(B) Marine biotechnology and fisheries
(C) Textile exports
(D) River transport

6. What role does the Pakistan Navy play in the Blue Economy?
(A) Only handles domestic fisheries
(B) Provides security to maritime trade and protects maritime interests
(C) Manages airport operations
(D) Conducts only ceremonial duties

7. Which international organization helps countries like Pakistan promote sustainable ocean economies?
(A) IMF
(B) WTO
(C) UNDP
(D) UNESCO

8. What is one of the main threats to Pakistan’s maritime resources?
(A) Desertification
(B) Urban sprawl
(C) Illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing
(D) Oil exports

9. Which sector is crucial for employment and foreign exchange in the maritime economy of Pakistan?
(A) Mining
(B) Forestry
(C) Fisheries
(D) Cement

10. What is a major goal of Pakistan’s Maritime Affairs Ministry?
(A) Promote rail networks
(B) Eliminate river pollution
(C) Develop coastal tourism and marine trade
(D) Build nuclear submarines