Tehmina Janjua is the first woman in Pakistan’s history to hold the office of :
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Foreign Minister
Incorrect AnswerForeign Secretary
Correct AnswerJudge of a High Court
Incorrect AnswerAmbassador.
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Tehmina Janjua made history as the first woman in Pakistan to become the Foreign Secretary.
- Foreign Secretary: This role involves overseeing the country's foreign affairs and representing Pakistan globally—a significant achievement for women in public service.
- Foreign Minister: This is a cabinet position, but Tehmina did not hold this role.
- Judge of a High Court: This position is part of the judiciary, different from being involved in foreign relations.
- Ambassador: While ambassadors represent their countries abroad, Tehmina's historical achievement was specifically as Foreign Secretary.
So, the correct answer is that she was the first female Foreign Secretary of Pakistan.
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