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How many exceptional students are targeted to receive overseas scholarships for further studies in foreign universities, as per The First Five-Year Plan (1955–60)?
a) 15                           
b) 25
c) 35                           
d) 50

b

Explanation: The First Five-Year Plan (1955–60) outlined a program to award overseas scholarships to 25 exceptional students.



Which universities are mentioned to be in early development stages in The First Five-Year Plan (1955–60)?
a) Lahore and Dacca
b) Rajshahi, Peshawar, Hyderabad, and Karachi
c) Islamabad, Quetta and Bannu
d) Faisalabad and Multan

b

Why does The First Five-Year Plan (1955–60) propose 220 overseas scholarships for the professional development and training of college and university teachers?
a) Enhance international collaboration
b) Attract foreign faculty
c) Improve the quality of teaching
d) Increase student enrollment

c

What organizational structure does The First Five-Year Plan (1955–60) recommend for allocating grants to universities?
a) International Grants Commission
b) Federal University Grants Committee
c) Central University Grants Commission and Provincial University Grants Committees
d) Local University Funding Boards

c

Explanation: The First Five-Year Plan (1955–60) recommends the establishment of these bodies for comprehensive planning and grant allocation.



What is the primary focus of technical training in a rapidly growing economy according to The First Five-year Plan (1955–60)?
a) Academic education
b) On-the-job training
c) Professional education
d) Private business seminars

b

Which ministry will play a central role in developing high standards of labor performance according to The First Five-year Plan (1955–60)?
a) Ministry of Education
b) Ministry of Labor
c) Ministry of Science and Technology
d) Ministry of Economic Development

b

Explanation: The Ministry of Labor is mentioned to play a central role in developing high standards of labor performance, administering trade tests, and establishing skill standards, as per The First Five-year Plan (1955–60).