Q 1 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Approval
Government approved the National Anthem in:
View answer & explanation Ans: August 1954
Correct Answer: August 1954
Pakistan's national anthem was officially approved in August 1954.
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Subject 1
Pakistan Studies
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Topic Section
National Anthem Approval
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Q 12 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Approval
The national anthem of Pakistan was approved in:
View answer & explanation Ans: August 1954
Correct Answer: August 1954
Pakistan's national anthem was approved in August 1954.
2
Topic Section
Coined The Word Pakistan
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Q 3 Pakistan Studies Coined The Word Pakistan
The word "Pakistan" was coined by:
View answer & explanation Ans: Ch. Rehmat Ali
Correct Answer: Ch. Rehmat Ali
Choudhry Rahmat Ali coined the word 'Pakistan' in 1933.
3
Topic Section
National Anthem Stanzas
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Q 4 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Stanzas
The number of stanzas there in the national anthem are:
View answer & explanation Ans: Three
Correct Answer: Three
Pakistan's national anthem has three stanzas.
4
Topic Section
National Anthem Tune
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Q 5 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Tune
The tune of national anthem is based on:
View answer & explanation Ans: Eastern music
Correct Answer: Eastern music
The tune of Pakistan's national anthem is based on Eastern music.
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Topic Section
National Anthem Composer
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Q 7 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Composer
The verses of the National Anthem were composed by:
View answer & explanation Ans: Abdul Assur Hafeez Jullundhri
Correct Answer: Abdul Assur Hafeez Jullundhri
The verses of Pakistan's national anthem were written by Hafeez Jalandhri.
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Topic Section
National Anthem Composer Of Tune
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Q 8 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Composer Of Tune
The tune of national anthem was composed by:
View answer & explanation Ans: Ahmed G. Chagla
Correct Answer: Ahmed G. Chagla
Ahmed Ghulam Ali Chagla composed the tune of Pakistan's national anthem.
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Topic Section
National Anthem Committee
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Q 9 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Committee
For the preparation of National anthem a committee was constituted by the government in December 1948 under the chairmanship of:
View answer & explanation Ans: Sardar Abdur Rab Nishtar
Correct Answer: Sardar Abdur Rab Nishtar
The December 1948 committee for the national anthem was chaired by Sardar Abdur Rab Nishtar.
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Topic Section
National Anthem Tune Selection
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Q 10 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Tune Selection
The tune composed by Chagla was selected provisionally in:
View answer & explanation Ans: 1950
Correct Answer: 1950
Chagla's tune was provisionally selected in 1950.
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Topic Section
National Anthem Tune Approval
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Q 11 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Tune Approval
The tune composed by Chagla finally approved for the National anthem in:
View answer & explanation Ans: June 1954
Correct Answer: June 1954
Chagla's tune was finally approved in June 1954, ahead of the anthem's approval in August 1954.
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Topic Section
National Anthem Lines Per Stanza
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Q 13 Pakistan Studies National Anthem Lines Per Stanza
The number of lines each Stanza of national anthem is comprised of:
View answer & explanation Ans: 5 lines
Correct Answer: 5 lines
Each stanza of Pakistan's national anthem has five lines.
11
Topic Section
Rani Kot Fort
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Q 14 Pakistan Studies Rani Kot Fort
The largest fort of Pakistan that is Rani Kot Fort is situated near the city:
View answer & explanation Ans: Hyderabad
Correct Answer: Hyderabad
Ranikot Fort, Pakistan's largest fort, lies near Hyderabad (Sann) in Sindh.
12
Topic Section
National Game
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Q 17 Pakistan Studies National Game
The national game of Pakistan is:
View answer & explanation Ans: Hockey
Correct Answer: Hockey
Hockey is Pakistan's national game.
13
Topic Section
National Language
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Q 20 Pakistan Studies National Language
The national language of Pakistan is:
View answer & explanation Ans: Urdu
Correct Answer: Urdu
Urdu is Pakistan's national language.
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Topic Section
Pakistan Literacy Rate 2010
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Q 58 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Literacy Rate 2010
What is the current literacy rate of Pakistan in Feb. 2010?
View answer & explanation Ans: 56%
Correct Answer: 56%
Pakistan's literacy rate in February 2010 was about 56% by the book-era figure.
15
Topic Section
Radio Stations At Partition
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Q 59 Pakistan Studies Radio Stations At Partition
How many Radio station were working in Pakistan at the time of partition of sub continent?
View answer & explanation Ans: 3
Correct Answer: 3
Three radio stations were working in Pakistan at the time of Partition.
16
Topic Section
First Women Bank
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Q 60 Pakistan Studies First Women Bank
When was the First Woman Bank established in Pakistan?
View answer & explanation Ans: Dec 1, 1989
Correct Answer: Dec 1, 1989
The First Women Bank was established in Pakistan on 1 December 1989.
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Topic Section
First Governor Gilgit Baltistan
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Q 62 Pakistan Studies First Governor Gilgit Baltistan
Who has been appointed as the first governor of Gilgit-Baltistan?
View answer & explanation Ans: Shamma Khalid
Correct Answer: Shamma Khalid
Shamma Khalid was appointed the first Governor of Gilgit-Baltistan in 2009.
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First Nishan E Haider
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Q 64 Pakistan Studies First Nishan E Haider
The first Nishan-e-Haider was won by:
View answer & explanation Ans: Capt. Raja Sarwar
Correct Answer: Capt. Raja Sarwar
Captain Raja Muhammad Sarwar won the first Nishan-e-Haider.
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First Lady Major General
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Q 65 Pakistan Studies First Lady Major General
Name the first Lady Major General in the Pakistan Army:
View answer & explanation Ans: Dr. Shahida Malik
Correct Answer: Dr. Shahida Malik
Dr Shahida Malik was the first lady major general of the Pakistan Army.
Subject 2
Geography
1
Topic Section
Area Rank Of Pakistan
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Q 2 Geography Area Rank Of Pakistan
The rank of Pakistan among the world's largest countries area wise is:
View answer & explanation Ans: 33rd
Correct Answer: 33rd
Pakistan is the 33rd largest country in the world by land area.
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Topic Section
Largest Jungle Of Pakistan
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Q 56 Geography Largest Jungle Of Pakistan
Which is the largest jungle of Pakistan?
View answer & explanation Ans: Changa Manga
Correct Answer: Changa Manga
Changa Manga is Pakistan's largest jungle.
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Topic Section
Pakistan Population Growth Rate
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Q 57 Geography Pakistan Population Growth Rate
The current growth rate of population in Pakistan is:
View answer & explanation Ans: 1.8%
Correct Answer: 1.8%
Pakistan's population growth rate around the paper's era was about 1.8% per year.
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Topic Section
Longest River Of Pakistan
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Q 63 Geography Longest River Of Pakistan
Name the longest river of Pakistan:
View answer & explanation Ans: Indus
Correct Answer: Indus
The Indus is the longest river of Pakistan.
Subject 3
General Knowledge
1
Topic Section
Peacock Throne
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Q 6 General Knowledge Peacock Throne
The last Mughal emperor to sit on the peacock throne was:
View answer & explanation Ans: Muhammad Shah
Correct Answer: Muhammad Shah
Muhammad Shah was the last Mughal emperor to sit on the Peacock Throne, which Nadir Shah carried off in 1739.
Q 19 General Knowledge Peacock Throne
The Peacock throne was made for:
View answer & explanation Ans: Shahjahan
Correct Answer: Shahjahan
The Peacock Throne was made for Shah Jahan.
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Topic Section
Gandhara Art
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Q 15 General Knowledge Gandhara Art
Ghandara Art is related to:
View answer & explanation Ans: Taxila
Correct Answer: Taxila
Gandhara art is associated with Taxila.
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Topic Section
Jahangir Mausoleum
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Q 18 General Knowledge Jahangir Mausoleum
The mausoleum of Jahangir was built by:
View answer & explanation Ans: Nur Jahan at Lahore
Correct Answer: Nur Jahan at Lahore
Jahangir's mausoleum at Lahore was built by Nur Jahan.
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Topic Section
Magna Carta Reign
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Q 36 General Knowledge Magna Carta Reign
The Magna Carta was signed during the reign of:
View answer & explanation Ans: John II
Correct Answer: John II
Magna Carta was signed during the reign of King John.
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Topic Section
Oldest State Flag
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Q 37 General Knowledge Oldest State Flag
The flag of Denmark is the oldest state flag still in use. The flag is known as:
View answer & explanation Ans: Dannebrog
Correct Answer: Dannebrog
The Dannebrog of Denmark is the oldest state flag still in use.
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Topic Section
Magna Carta Year
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Q 39 General Knowledge Magna Carta Year
Magna Carta was signed by the King of England in?
View answer & explanation Ans: 1215
Correct Answer: 1215
Magna Carta was signed by the King of England in 1215.
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Topic Section
Renaissance Meaning
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Q 40 General Knowledge Renaissance Meaning
'Renaissance' is:
View answer & explanation Ans: A period of revival or rebirth of learning
Correct Answer: A period of revival or rebirth of learning
The Renaissance was a period of revival or rebirth of learning in Europe.
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Topic Section
French Revolution Start
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Q 42 General Knowledge French Revolution Start
The French Revolution began in the year:
View answer & explanation Ans: 1789
Correct Answer: 1789
The French Revolution began in 1789.
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Topic Section
French Revolution Theory
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Q 43 General Knowledge French Revolution Theory
The French Revolution gave rise to the theory of:
View answer & explanation Ans: Nationalism
Correct Answer: Nationalism
The French Revolution gave rise to nationalism.
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Renaissance Century
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Q 44 General Knowledge Renaissance Century
'Renaissance' took place in Europe during:
View answer & explanation Ans: 15th century
Correct Answer: 15th century
The Renaissance flourished in Europe during the 15th century.
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Topic Section
French Revolution Leader
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Q 45 General Knowledge French Revolution Leader
Who emerged as a great leader in France as a result of the 'French Revolution'?
View answer & explanation Ans: Napoleon Bonaparte
Correct Answer: Napoleon Bonaparte
Napoleon Bonaparte emerged as France's great leader from the French Revolution.
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Topic Section
Kidnapper Of Scholars
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Q 46 General Knowledge Kidnapper Of Scholars
Who was called as the kidnapper of the scholars?
View answer & explanation Ans: Mahmood Ghaznavi
Correct Answer: Mahmood Ghaznavi
Mahmud of Ghazni is described in this book as the 'kidnapper of scholars' for bringing scholars to his court.
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Topic Section
French Revolution Slogan
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Q 47 General Knowledge French Revolution Slogan
The slogan of the French Revolution was:
View answer & explanation Ans: Liberty, equality, and fraternity
Correct Answer: Liberty, equality, and fraternity
'Liberty, equality, fraternity' was the slogan of the French Revolution.
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French Revolution End
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Q 48 General Knowledge French Revolution End
The French Revolution ended in:
View answer & explanation Ans: 1793
Correct Answer: 1793
The paper's answer key dates the end of the French Revolution to 1793.
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Russian Revolution Year
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Q 49 General Knowledge Russian Revolution Year
The Russian Revolution took place in the year:
View answer & explanation Ans: 1917
Correct Answer: 1917
The Russian Revolution took place in 1917.
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Bolshevik Revolution Country
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Q 50 General Knowledge Bolshevik Revolution Country
The Bolshevik Revolution is associated with:
View answer & explanation Ans: Russia
Correct Answer: Russia
The Bolshevik Revolution is associated with Russia.
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Topic Section
UPU Headquarters
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Q 51 General Knowledge UPU Headquarters
Headquarter of Universal Postal Union is located in:
View answer & explanation Ans: Berne
Correct Answer: Berne
The Universal Postal Union is headquartered in Berne, Switzerland.
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Topic Section
Kofi Annan Term
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Q 52 General Knowledge Kofi Annan Term
The term of Koofi Annan as a general secretary of UNO was from 1st January, 1997 to:
View answer & explanation Ans: 31 December, 2006
Correct Answer: 31 December, 2006
Kofi Annan served as UN Secretary-General from 1 January 1997 to 31 December 2006.
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Topic Section
Oil For Food Programme
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Q 53 General Knowledge Oil For Food Programme
UNO's 'Oil for Food' Program is associated with which country?
View answer & explanation Ans: Iraq
Correct Answer: Iraq
The UN Oil-for-Food Programme concerned Iraq.
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Topic Section
UNITAR Establishment
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Q 54 General Knowledge UNITAR Establishment
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) was established in:
View answer & explanation Ans: 1965
Correct Answer: 1965
UNITAR became operational in 1965 (it was founded by a UN General Assembly resolution in 1963).
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Topic Section
UNRWA Headquarters
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Q 55 General Knowledge UNRWA Headquarters
Headquarter of United Nations Relief and Work for Palestine Refugees in the North East (UNRWA) is located in:
View answer & explanation Ans: Vienna
Correct Answer: Vienna
UNRWA was headquartered in Vienna from 1978 to 1996; its headquarters are now in Amman and Gaza.
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Topic Section
Largest Museum Of Pakistan
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Q 61 General Knowledge Largest Museum Of Pakistan
Name the largest museum found in Pakistan:
View answer & explanation Ans: Lahore
Correct Answer: Lahore
The Lahore Museum is Pakistan's largest museum.
Subject 4
Urdu
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Topic Section
Urdu Alphabets
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Q 16 Urdu Urdu Alphabets
The number of alphabets are in Urdu language are:
View answer & explanation Ans: 37
Correct Answer: 37
The Urdu alphabet is commonly counted as 37 letters.
Subject 5
Islamic Studies
1
Topic Section
Conquest Of Persia
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Q 21 Islamic Studies Conquest Of Persia
Who was the first one to conquer Persia?
View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Saad bin Abi Waqqas (RA)
Correct Answer: Hazrat Saad bin Abi Waqqas (RA)
Saad bin Abi Waqqas led the Muslim conquest of Persia at Qadisiyyah.
2
Topic Section
First Commander In Chief
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Q 22 Islamic Studies First Commander In Chief
Who was the first Commander in Chief of the Islamic Army?
View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Hamza bin Abdul Mutlib (RA)
Correct Answer: Hazrat Hamza bin Abdul Mutlib (RA)
Hazrat Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib was the first Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic army.
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Topic Section
Contemporaries Of Zakariya
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Q 23 Islamic Studies Contemporaries Of Zakariya
Hazrat Zakariya (AS) was the contemporary of:
View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Issa (AS)
Correct Answer: Hazrat Issa (AS)
Hazrat Zakariya was a contemporary of Hazrat Issa.
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Topic Section
Prophet Carpenter
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Q 24 Islamic Studies Prophet Carpenter
Which Prophet (A.S.) was the carpenter by profession?
View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Zakariya (AS)
Correct Answer: Hazrat Zakariya (AS)
Hazrat Zakariya worked as a carpenter.
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Topic Section
Surah Without Bismillah
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Q 25 Islamic Studies Surah Without Bismillah
The only Surah of the Holy Quran which is not started with 'Bismillah' is:
View answer & explanation Ans: Surah Al-Taubah
Correct Answer: Surah Al-Taubah
Surah al-Taubah is the only Surah of the Holy Quran that does not begin with Bismillah.
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Topic Section
Book Revealed To Daud
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Q 26 Islamic Studies Book Revealed To Daud
The Holy Book revealed to Hazrat Daud (AS) is:
View answer & explanation Ans: Zubur
Correct Answer: Zubur
The Zabur was revealed to Hazrat Daud.
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Topic Section
Farewell Sermon Date
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Q 27 Islamic Studies Farewell Sermon Date
Holy Prophet (PBUH) delivered his farewell sermon at Arafat on:
View answer & explanation Ans: 9th Zulhajj
Correct Answer: 9th Zulhajj
The Farewell Sermon was delivered at Arafat on 9 Dhul Hijjah, the Day of Arafah.
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Topic Section
Treaty Of Hudaybiyyah
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Q 28 Islamic Studies Treaty Of Hudaybiyyah
The Treaty of Hudabia was signed in:
View answer & explanation Ans: 6th Hijrah
Correct Answer: 6th Hijrah
The Treaty of Hudaybiyyah was signed in 6 AH.
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Topic Section
First Ghazwa
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Q 29 Islamic Studies First Ghazwa
Which was the first Ghazwa of Islam?
View answer & explanation Ans: Abwa
Correct Answer: Abwa
Abwa (Waddan) was the first Ghazwa of Islam.
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Topic Section
Ghazwa Abwa Alias
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Q 30 Islamic Studies Ghazwa Abwa Alias
Ghazwa Abwa is also known as:
View answer & explanation Ans: Ghazwa Widdan
Correct Answer: Ghazwa Widdan
Ghazwa Abwa is also known as Ghazwa Waddan.
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Topic Section
Mosque Of Seventy Prophets
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Q 31 Islamic Studies Mosque Of Seventy Prophets
Name the mosque where almost seventy prophets are buried?
View answer & explanation Ans: Masjid-ul-Hanif
Correct Answer: Masjid-ul-Hanif
Masjid al-Khayf at Mina is the mosque associated with seventy prophets.
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Topic Section
Longest Surah
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Q 32 Islamic Studies Longest Surah
The longest Surah in the Holy Quran is:
View answer & explanation Ans: Surah Al-Baqrah
Correct Answer: Surah Al-Baqrah
Surah al-Baqarah is the longest Surah of the Holy Quran.
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Topic Section
Shortest Surah
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Q 33 Islamic Studies Shortest Surah
The shortest Surah in the Holy Quran is:
View answer & explanation Ans: Surah Al-Kausar
Correct Answer: Surah Al-Kausar
Surah al-Kawthar is the shortest Surah of the Holy Quran.
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Topic Section
Prophets Named In Quran
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Q 34 Islamic Studies Prophets Named In Quran
The number of Prophets whose names are in the Holy Quran are:
View answer & explanation Ans: 25
Correct Answer: 25
Twenty-five prophets are named in the Holy Quran.
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Topic Section
Injeel
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Q 35 Islamic Studies Injeel
Injeel (Bible) is the Holy Book of:
View answer & explanation Ans: Christians
Correct Answer: Christians
The Injeel is the holy book of the Christians.
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Topic Section
Roman Governor And Issa
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Q 38 Islamic Studies Roman Governor And Issa
Which Roman governor ordered the execution of Hazrat Issa (AS)?
View answer & explanation Ans: Politus
Correct Answer: Politus
Pontius Pilate ordered the execution of Hazrat Issa.
Subject 6
Current Affairs
1
Topic Section
Angela Merkel Chancellor
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Q 41 Current Affairs Angela Merkel Chancellor
Conservative leader Angela Markel became the Chancellor of Germany on 10th October, 2005:
View answer & explanation Ans: First female chancellor of Germany
Correct Answer: First female chancellor of Germany
Angela Merkel became Germany's first female chancellor on 10 October 2005.
Subject 7
Mathematics
1
Topic Section
Mixture Price
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Q 66 Mathematics Mixture Price
Tea worth Rs. 126 per kg and Rs. 135 per kg are mixed with a third variety in the ratio 1 : 1 : 2. If the mixture is worth Rs. 153 per kg, the price of the third variety per kg will be:
View answer & explanation Ans: Rs. 175.50
Correct Answer: Rs. 175.50
By alligation, (126 + 135 + 2x) / 4 = 153 gives x = Rs. 175.50 per kg for the third variety.
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Topic Section
Profit Mixture Quantity
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Q 67 Mathematics Profit Mixture Quantity
A merchant has 1000 kg of sugar, part of which he sells at 8% profit and the rest at 18% profit. He gains 14% on the whole. The quantity sold at 18% profit is:
View answer & explanation Ans: 600 kg
Correct Answer: 600 kg
By alligation, 80 + 0.10x = 140 gives x = 600 kg sold at 18% profit.
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Topic Section
Spirit Water Mixture Ratio
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Q 68 Mathematics Spirit Water Mixture Ratio
Two vessels A and B contain spirit and water mixed in the ratio 5 : 2 and 7 : 6 respectively. Find the ratio in which these mixture be mixed to obtain a new mixture in vessel C containing spirit and water in the ratio 8 : 5?
View answer & explanation Ans: 7 : 9
Correct Answer: 7 : 9
Alligation between spirit fractions 5/7 and 7/13 against the target 8/13 gives the mixing ratio 7:9.
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Wheat Mixture Price
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Q 69 Mathematics Wheat Mixture Price
One quality of wheat at Rs. 9.30 per kg is mixed with another quality at a certain rate in the ratio 8 : 7. If the mixture so formed be worth Rs. 10 per kg, what is the rate per kg of the second quality of wheat?
View answer & explanation Ans: Rs. 10.80
Correct Answer: Rs. 10.80
(8 x 9.30 + 7x) / 15 = 10 gives x = Rs. 10.80 per kg for the second quality of wheat.
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Topic Section
Milk Water Mixture
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Q 70 Mathematics Milk Water Mixture
A milk vendor has 2 cans of milk. The first contains 25% water and the rest milk. The second contains 50% water. How much milk should he mix from each of the containers so as to get 12 litres of milk such that the ratio of water to milk is 3 : 5?
View answer & explanation Ans: 6 litres, 6 litres
Correct Answer: 6 litres, 6 litres
Mixing 6 litres from each can gives 12 litres with water and milk in the ratio 3:5.
Subject 8
English
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Topic Section
Synonym YOB
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Q 71 English Synonym YOB
Directions: Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word — YOB:
View answer & explanation Ans: Aggressive
Correct Answer: Aggressive
A 'yob' is an aggressive, loutish youth.
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Topic Section
Synonym APOGEE
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Q 72 English Synonym APOGEE
APOGEE:
View answer & explanation Ans: Climax
Correct Answer: Climax
Apogee means the climax or highest point.
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Synonym MOROSE
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Q 73 English Synonym MOROSE
MOROSE:
View answer & explanation Ans: Gloomy
Correct Answer: Gloomy
Morose means gloomy.
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Topic Section
Synonym BASH
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Q 74 English Synonym BASH
BASH:
View answer & explanation Ans: Strike
Correct Answer: Strike
To bash is to strike.
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Topic Section
Synonym HAGGLE
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Q 75 English Synonym HAGGLE
HAGGLE:
View answer & explanation Ans: Bargain
Correct Answer: Bargain
To haggle is to bargain.
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Synonym ABSTRUSE
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Q 76 English Synonym ABSTRUSE
ABSTRUSE:
View answer & explanation Ans: Profound
Correct Answer: Profound
Abstruse means profound (obscure and deep).
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Synonym ADVERSITY
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Q 77 English Synonym ADVERSITY
ADVERSITY:
View answer & explanation Ans: Misfortune
Correct Answer: Misfortune
Adversity means misfortune.
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Topic Section
Synonym CANDID
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Q 78 English Synonym CANDID
CANDID:
View answer & explanation Ans: Frank
Correct Answer: Frank
Candid means frank.
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Topic Section
Synonym Waver
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Q 79 English Synonym Waver
Directions: Choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the italicised bold part of the sentence — If you waver at the last minute, you shall face blare:
View answer & explanation Ans: hesitate
Correct Answer: hesitate
To waver is to hesitate.
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Synonym Rocked
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Q 80 English Synonym Rocked
A government rocked by frequent scandals is an effete set of people with no credibility:
View answer & explanation Ans: exhausted
Correct Answer: exhausted
The paper's answer key gives 'exhausted' for 'rocked' in this sentence.
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Synonym Dawdling
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Q 81 English Synonym Dawdling
She does not get her work done punctually and properly because she is always dawdling:
View answer & explanation Ans: loitering
Correct Answer: loitering
Dawdling means loitering.
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Synonym Coy
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Q 82 English Synonym Coy
The little coy bride was admired by everyone:
View answer & explanation Ans: shy
Correct Answer: shy
Coy means shy.
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Synonym Graphic
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Q 83 English Synonym Graphic
The small boy was able to give a graphic description of the thief:
View answer & explanation Ans: vivid
Correct Answer: vivid
A graphic description is a vivid one.
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Synonym Dismissed
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Q 84 English Synonym Dismissed
He was dismissed from service because they found him dishonest:
View answer & explanation Ans: fired
Correct Answer: fired
Dismissed from service means fired.
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Synonym Credible
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Q 85 English Synonym Credible
The story is too fantastic to be credible:
View answer & explanation Ans: believable
Correct Answer: believable
Credible means believable.
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Topic Section
Antonym TRUMPERY
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Q 86 English Antonym TRUMPERY
Directions: choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word — TRUMPERY:
View answer & explanation Ans: Treasure
Correct Answer: Treasure
The opposite of trumpery (worthless show) is treasure.
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Antonym ACQUITTED
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Q 87 English Antonym ACQUITTED
ACQUITTED:
View answer & explanation Ans: Convicted
Correct Answer: Convicted
The opposite of acquitted is convicted.
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Topic Section
Antonym VULGAR
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Q 88 English Antonym VULGAR
VULGAR:
View answer & explanation Ans: Refined
Correct Answer: Refined
The opposite of vulgar is refined.
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Antonym THRIFT
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Q 89 English Antonym THRIFT
THRIFT:
View answer & explanation Ans: Waste
Correct Answer: Waste
The opposite of thrift is waste.
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Antonym LACONIC
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Q 90 English Antonym LACONIC
LACONIC:
View answer & explanation Ans: Prolix
Correct Answer: Prolix
The opposite of laconic is prolix, using many words.
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Antonym QUERULOUS
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Q 91 English Antonym QUERULOUS
QUERULOUS:
View answer & explanation Ans: Happy
Correct Answer: Happy
The opposite of querulous (complaining) is happy.
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Antonym ABSOLUTE
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Q 92 English Antonym ABSOLUTE
ABSOLUTE:
View answer & explanation Ans: Limited
Correct Answer: Limited
The opposite of absolute is limited.
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Antonym MAGNIFY
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Q 93 English Antonym MAGNIFY
MAGNIFY:
View answer & explanation Ans: Diminish
Correct Answer: Diminish
The opposite of magnify is diminish.
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Antonym Cynical
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Q 94 English Antonym Cynical
Directions: Select the word or phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the italicised bold word or phrase — It was a mystery as to where the young girl had acquired such a cynical attitude:
View answer & explanation Ans: naive
Correct Answer: naive
The opposite of a cynical attitude is a naive one.
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Antonym Hypothesis
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Q 95 English Antonym Hypothesis
Avogadro's hypothesis has proved significant till the present day:
View answer & explanation Ans: fact
Correct Answer: fact
The opposite of a hypothesis, an unproven assumption, is an established fact.
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Antonym Rancour
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Q 96 English Antonym Rancour
There has always been a feeling of rancour between the two families:
View answer & explanation Ans: friendliness
Correct Answer: friendliness
The opposite of rancour (bitterness) is friendliness.
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Antonym Augment
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Q 97 English Antonym Augment
The government is taking measures to augment the country's food supply:
View answer & explanation Ans: decrease
Correct Answer: decrease
The opposite of augment is decrease.
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Antonym Vanity
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Q 98 English Antonym Vanity
People know him for his vanity:
View answer & explanation Ans: modesty
Correct Answer: modesty
The opposite of vanity is modesty.
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Antonym Aggravate
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Q 99 English Antonym Aggravate
Let us not aggravate the sufferings of the poor:
View answer & explanation Ans: alleviate
Correct Answer: alleviate
The opposite of aggravate is alleviate.
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Antonym Serene
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Q 100 English Antonym Serene
He stood gazing at the serene expanse of the sea:
View answer & explanation Ans: ruffled
Correct Answer: ruffled
The opposite of serene is ruffled.
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Paper practice FAQs
How many questions are in the FPSC Assistant Director, Ministry of Defence paper 2012? +
The paper has 100 MCQs, all solved here with verified answers and explanations.
Which subjects does the 2012 Assistant Director (Ministry of Defence) paper cover? +
Mainly English, General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies and Islamic Studies, with Mathematics questions.
Are the answers in this solved paper verified? +
Yes. Every answer was rechecked against the book's printed key and the standard fact; 14 disagreements with the printed key are flagged in the extraction notes, and the page shows the standard answer only.
Which other exams does this paper help with? +
The same GK, English, Pakistan Studies and Islamic Studies content is asked in PPSC, NTS, CSS MPT and other one-paper exams, so it works as practice for all of them.