Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Internal transport

Internal transport — practice question

Fig. 1.1 shows a map of southern and western Pakistan. The map key identifies an international boundary, a province-level boundary, a river, a mountain range and a city. The map text names Balochistan Plateau, River Indus and Arabian Sea. The places marked are U and V.
(a(i))[2]

Study Fig. 1.1, a map of southern and western Pakistan. Name the landform at U and the city at V shown in Fig. 1.1. U ........................................................ V ........................................................

(a(ii))[2]

Suggest two reasons why constructing a large airport on the Balochistan Plateau may be difficult.

(a(iii))[3]

Study Fig. 1.2 (Insert), a map showing the airport's location in Peshawar. Using Fig. 1.2 only, describe where the airport is located.

(a(iv))[2]

State two recent improvements that have occurred in air communications in Pakistan.

(b(i))[2]

Describe two characteristics of large-scale industry.

(b(ii))[4]

Using Fig. 1.2 (Insert) and your own knowledge, suggest two advantages of placing a new large-scale industry at W.

(c)[4]

Explain how large-scale industries can contribute to economic development in Pakistan. You should develop your answer.

(d)[6]

The expansion of international transport links may help Pakistan's economy to grow further. Read the two views below: View A says: "Constructing new international airports in Pakistan offers the greatest potential for raising trade and development." View B says: "Upgrading existing international seaports in Pakistan offers the greatest potential for raising trade and development." Which view do you support more? Give reasons for your choice and refer to examples you have studied. You should take account of both view A and view B in your answer.

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