Fishing in Pakistan - Comprehensive MCQ Test

1

Which is the largest and most important fishing harbor in Pakistan?

Gwadar Fish Harbour Karachi Fish Harbour Pasni Fish Harbour Korangi Fish Harbour

2

What percentage of Pakistan's fish and seafood catch and exports does Karachi Fish Harbour handle?

Over 70% Over 80% Over 90% Over 95%

3

In which province is Gwadar Fish Harbour located?

Sindh Balochistan Punjab Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

4

Which government ministry manages Korangi Fish Harbour?

Federal Ministry of Ports & Shipping Provincial Government of Sindh Ministry of Maritime Affairs Ministry of Food Security

5

Which fishing port is located along the Makran coast?

Korangi Keti Bandar Ormara Port Mubarak Village

6

Which of the following is NOT a major fishing harbour but a smaller fishing village?

Pasni Jiwani Gwadar Karachi

7

How many fishing ports are located in Sindh among the major harbours?

One Two Three Four

8

What is the main problem facing Pakistan's fishing industry mentioned in the text?

Lack of modern technology Overfishing leading to unsustainable fish populations Too many fish farms Lack of export markets

9

Which type of fishing method uses small boats and handmade nets?

Commercial fishing Subsistence fishing Industrial fishing Deep-sea fishing

10

According to the text, how many shrimp trawlers were in Pakistan's fleet in 2019?

550 1,500 Over 2,400 3,000

11

Which fish species is caught in BOTH inland waters AND reared in fish farms?

Sardine Rohu Herring Mackerel

12

Which fish is found ONLY in marine waters according to the text?

Rohu Trout Herring Tilapia

13

Why are trees planted around fish farm ponds?

To provide food for the fish To shade the water and reduce evaporation To attract birds To prevent flooding

14

What was the value of Pakistan's fish exports in 2018?

US$200 million US$350 million US$450 million US$550 million

15

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for overfishing in Pakistan?

Modern commercial fishing methods using large trawlers Trawlers from other countries fishing in Pakistan's waters Illegal fishing practices during breeding seasons Too many fish farms reducing wild fish populations

16

What is one advantage of developing sustainable inland fishing according to the text?

Inland fish are larger than marine fish It protects marine fish resources from overfishing It requires less investment than marine fishing Inland fishing produces better quality fish

17

Which of the following is a way to make marine fishing more sustainable?

Increasing the number of trawlers Using nets with larger mesh to catch only adult fish Fishing during breeding seasons Removing quotas on fish species

18

What type of waste is used to feed fish in fish farms?

Agricultural waste Industrial waste Poultry waste from chicken farming Household waste

19

How far offshore do commercial fishing boats fish according to the text?

Up to 30km offshore Up to 60km offshore Up to 100km offshore Up to 200km offshore

20

How long can large commercial trawlers stay out fishing?

1-3 days 5-15 days 20-30 days 30-60 days

21

Which fish farm is shown in the textbook near Karachi?

A farm rearing tilapia A farm rearing rohu A farm rearing shrimp A farm rearing grass carp

22

What are fish ponds in fish farms lined with to prevent water leaks?

Plastic sheets Concrete base and edges Clay soil Metal sheets

23

How many people work in marine fishing in Pakistan according to the text?

Over 100,000 people Over 190,000 people Over 250,000 people Over 300,000 people

24

How many people fish inland (mostly subsistence) in Pakistan?

Over 100,000 people Over 150,000 people Over 210,000 people Over 250,000 people

25

Which processing technique helps preserve fish for transportation?

Drying, curing, salting, canning, chilling, or freezing Only freezing Only salting Smoking only

26

Which of the following is a sustainable fishing practice mentioned in Figure 2.4.4?

Setting up marine reserves where no fishing is allowed Increasing the number of fishing licenses Using smaller mesh nets Fishing year-round without restrictions

27

What causes mangrove destruction, which affects fish species?

They are nursery grounds for many species Cutting down for wood and construction Natural erosion only Climate change only

28

What environmental problem affects oxygen levels in sea water?

Global rise in sea temperatures Water pollution from industries Destruction of mangrove forests All of the above

29

Where does fish-processing mainly take place in Pakistan according to the text?

In severely congested areas of Karachi Port Along the Makran Coast, for example at ice factories along the 750km coast Both A and B In Punjab province

30

Which high-value fish species are in demand in countries like EU, USA, and Japan?

Rohu and Mahseer Tilapia and sea bass Shrimp and tuna (e.g. line sashimi) Catfish and croaker

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