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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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Topic Section

Aviation

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Q 1 General Knowledge Aviation

The largest helicopter in the world is:

A

Piasecki

B

Kingstelin

C

Sikorsky

D

Mil Mi-26

View answer & explanation Ans: Mil Mi-26

Correct Answer: Mil Mi-26

The Mil Mi-26, a Soviet/Russian heavy transport helicopter, is widely considered the largest and most powerful helicopter ever to have gone into serial production.

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United Nations

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Q 5 General Knowledge United Nations

United Nations is formed by a charter signed by different nations but it has no interference in:

A

Aggression

B

Internal matter

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Internal matter

Correct Answer: Internal matter

Under Article 2(7) of the UN Charter, the United Nations is not authorized to intervene in matters which are essentially within the domestic jurisdiction of any state.

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International Organizations

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Q 6 General Knowledge International Organizations

The headquarter of Economic Cooperation Organization is in:

A

Istanbul

B

Islamabad

C

Tehran

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Tehran

Correct Answer: Tehran

The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is an Asian political and economic intergovernmental organization, headquartered in Tehran, Iran.

Q 14 General Knowledge International Organizations

Euratom was formulated in 1957. Its basic purpose was:

A

Provide nuclear energy to member states of European Union

B

Sell energy to non-member states of European states

C

Procure atomic and nuclear energy

D

Coordinate nuclear research and development programs

View answer & explanation Ans: Coordinate nuclear research and development programs

Correct Answer: Coordinate nuclear research and development programs

The European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom) was established to create a specialist market for nuclear power and coordinate research among member states.

Q 15 General Knowledge International Organizations

An organization of former dependencies of the UK which are now sovereign states and recognize the British Monarch as a symbolic head is:

A

European Union

B

Commonwealth of Nations

C

African Union

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Commonwealth of Nations

Correct Answer: Commonwealth of Nations

The Commonwealth of Nations is a political association of 56 member states, the vast majority of which are former territories of the British Empire.

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Sports

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Q 7 General Knowledge Sports

Neymar da Silva Santos is a Brazilian:

A

Footballer

B

Cricketer

C

Wrestler

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Footballer

Correct Answer: Footballer

Neymar is a famous Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward.

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Political Systems

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Q 8 General Knowledge Political Systems

Saudi Arabia has which sort of political system?

A

Monarchy

B

Parliamentarian

C

Presidential

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Monarchy

Correct Answer: Monarchy

Saudi Arabia is an absolute monarchy where the King serves as both the head of state and the head of government.

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World Demographics

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Q 9 General Knowledge World Demographics

The Muslim Population in the world is approximately:

A

1.5 billion

B

2 billion

C

2.5 billion

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 2 billion

Correct Answer: 2 billion

As of recent demographic studies, the global Muslim population has reached approximately 2 billion.

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World Landmarks

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Q 11 General Knowledge World Landmarks

Where is the Empire State Building located?

A

New York

B

Rome

C

London

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: New York

Correct Answer: New York

The Empire State Building is an iconic art deco skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.

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European Union

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Q 12 General Knowledge European Union

How many European countries are members of the European Union but do not use the euro as their currency?

A

06

B

07

C

08

D

09

View answer & explanation Ans: 07

Correct Answer: 07

Currently, 7 EU member states (Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Sweden) have not adopted the euro.

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World History

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Q 13 General Knowledge World History

After WW1, the Influenza pandemic occurred in:

A

1918

B

1919

C

1920

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1918

Correct Answer: 1918

The deadly influenza pandemic, often known as the Spanish flu, began in 1918 right at the end of World War I.

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Entertainment

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Q 30 General Knowledge Entertainment

Which of the following is not a Pakistani actor?

A

Muhammad Ali

B

Nawazuddin Siddiqui

C

Waheed Murad

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Correct Answer: Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is a well-known Indian actor primarily working in Hindi cinema, unlike the others who are legends of Pakistani film.

Subject 2

Current Affairs

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International Treaties

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Q 2 Current Affairs International Treaties

The main purpose of Oslo accord 1993 was:

A

Abolish the PLO

B

To settle dispute between Israel and Pakistan

C

Vacate from Gaza

D

To establish a peace process between Israel and the PLO

View answer & explanation Ans: To establish a peace process between Israel and the PLO

Correct Answer: To establish a peace process between Israel and the PLO

The Oslo Accords (1993) marked the beginning of a peace process aimed at fulfilling the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and mutual recognition between Israel and the PLO.

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World Leaders

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Q 4 Current Affairs World Leaders

The Secretary of State of America is:

A

Wendy Ruth Sherman

B

Mike Pompeo

C

Antony Blinken

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Antony Blinken

Correct Answer: Antony Blinken

Antony Blinken has been serving as the 71st United States Secretary of State since January 2021.

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Sports

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Q 16 Current Affairs Sports

The British Junior Open 2020 Squash was won by:

A

Muhammad Hamza Khan

B

Sabih Mehmood

C

Muhammad Nawaz

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Muhammad Hamza Khan

Correct Answer: Muhammad Hamza Khan

Pakistan's Hamza Khan won the British Junior Open squash championship in 2020, ending a long title drought for the country in the event.

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Foreign Policy

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Q 22 Current Affairs Foreign Policy

Pakistan has no diplomatic relations with:

A

France

B

Israel

C

New Zealand

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Israel

Correct Answer: Israel

Pakistan does not officially recognize the State of Israel and therefore maintains no diplomatic relations with it.

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Economy

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Q 35 Current Affairs Economy

According to Auto Policy 2021, auto companies are bound to deliver cars within:

A

2 months

B

3 months

C

4 months

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 2 months

Correct Answer: 2 months

To discourage 'on money' practices, the government mandated in the Auto Policy 2021 that automakers must deliver vehicles within 60 days (2 months) of booking.

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Military Leadership

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Q 37 Current Affairs Military Leadership

The current DG ISPR is:

A

Asif Ghafoor

B

Asim Saleem

C

Babar Ifthikhar

D

Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry

View answer & explanation Ans: Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry

Correct Answer: Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry

Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry is currently serving as the Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

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Provincial Leadership

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Q 38 Current Affairs Provincial Leadership

The current Governor of Sindh is:

A

Imran Ismail

B

Ishrat ul Ibaad

C

Saeed Zaman

D

Kamran Tessori

View answer & explanation Ans: Kamran Tessori

Correct Answer: Kamran Tessori

Kamran Tessori took the oath as the 34th Governor of Sindh in October 2022.

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Judiciary

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Q 39 Current Affairs Judiciary

The current Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court is:

A

Muhammad Qasim

B

Ameer Ahmad Bhatti

C

Qaisar Rasheed

D

Aalia Neelum

View answer & explanation Ans: Aalia Neelum

Correct Answer: Aalia Neelum

Justice Aalia Neelum became the first female Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court in July 2024.

Subject 3

Everyday Science

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Inventions

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Q 3 Everyday Science Inventions

The printing press was invented by:

A

Francis Crick

B

Johann Gutenberg

C

James Watson

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Johann Gutenberg

Correct Answer: Johann Gutenberg

Johannes Gutenberg, a German inventor, developed the movable-type printing press in the 15th century.

Q 47 Everyday Science Inventions

John Logie Baird is famous for inventing the:

A

Monitor

B

USB

C

Mechanical TV

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Mechanical TV

Correct Answer: Mechanical TV

Scottish engineer John Logie Baird demonstrated the world's first working mechanical television system in 1926.

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Physics

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Q 45 Everyday Science Physics

Which material provides the best shield against gamma rays?

A

Wood

B

Lead

C

Water

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Lead

Correct Answer: Lead

Due to its high atomic number and density, lead is an exceptionally effective shielding material against gamma and X-ray radiation.

Q 48 Everyday Science Physics

The core of an optical fiber is usually made of:

A

Copper

B

Silica

C

Plastic

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Silica

Correct Answer: Silica

Optical fibers are mostly made of high-quality extruded glass (silica) or plastic to transmit light signals over long distances.

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Astronomy

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Q 46 Everyday Science Astronomy

Which planet is most easily seen from Earth with the naked eye?

A

Mars

B

Venus

C

Pluto

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Venus

Correct Answer: Venus

Venus is the brightest natural object in Earth's night sky after the Moon, making it very easy to spot.

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Chemistry

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Q 49 Everyday Science Chemistry

Dry Ice is the solid form of:

A

Hydrogen

B

Carbon dioxide

C

Sulfur

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Carbon dioxide

Correct Answer: Carbon dioxide

Dry ice is the common name for solid carbon dioxide, used primarily as a cooling agent because it sublimes directly into gas.

Q 50 Everyday Science Chemistry

The uncharged particle of an atom is the:

A

Neutron

B

Proton

C

Electron

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Neutron

Correct Answer: Neutron

Neutrons are subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom that carry no electrical charge.

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Biology

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Q 51 Everyday Science Biology

A medical test that detects electrical abnormalities in the brain is called an:

A

ECG

B

EEG

C

MRI

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: EEG

Correct Answer: EEG

An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that detects electrical activity in the brain using small electrodes attached to the scalp.

Q 67 Everyday Science Biology

Coral is made of:

A

Dead fish

B

Polyps

C

Calcium

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Polyps

Correct Answer: Polyps

Coral reefs are built by colonies of tiny animals found in marine water, known as coral polyps, which secrete hard calcium carbonate exoskeletons.

Subject 4

Islamic Studies

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Islamic Scholars

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Q 10 Islamic Studies Islamic Scholars

The writer of Al-Kafi, Muhammad bin Yaqub al-Kulayni, died in:

A

235 Hijri

B

240 Hijri

C

250 Hijri

D

329 Hijri

View answer & explanation Ans: 329 Hijri

Correct Answer: 329 Hijri

Muhammad bin Yaqub al-Kulayni, the compiler of the famous Shia hadith collection Al-Kafi, passed away in 329 AH.

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Islamic History

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Q 93 Islamic Studies Islamic History

The Battle of Qadisiyyah was fought between the Muslims and the Persian Sassanid Empire in:

A

Rajab 14 Hijri

B

Shawal 14 Hijri

C

Muharram 14 Hijri

D

Sha'ban 15 AH

View answer & explanation Ans: Sha'ban 15 AH

Correct Answer: Sha'ban 15 AH

The decisive Battle of Qadisiyyah against the Sassanids took place in Sha'ban 15 AH (636 CE) during the caliphate of Umar (RA).

Q 94 Islamic Studies Islamic History

The meaning of khawarij is:

A

Dishonest

B

Rebels

C

Unique

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Rebels

Correct Answer: Rebels

Khawarij comes from the Arabic word 'khuruj', meaning to exit or rebel, referring to the group that rebelled against Caliph Ali (RA).

Q 96 Islamic Studies Islamic History

During Hazrat Abu Bakar's (RA) era, the siege of Damascus by the Muslim army started on:

A

21 August 634 CE

B

20 August 634 CE

C

20 August 635 CE

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 21 August 634 CE

Correct Answer: 21 August 634 CE

The Siege of Damascus commenced on 21 August 634 CE, forming a key part of the early Islamic conquests in Syria.

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Companions Of Prophet

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Q 95 Islamic Studies Companions Of Prophet

The surname of the mother of Hazrat Abu Bakar (RA) was:

A

Ummul Khair (RA)

B

Umme Salma (RA)

C

Ummul Bashar (RA)

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ummul Khair (RA)

Correct Answer: Ummul Khair (RA)

The mother of the first Caliph Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) was Salma bint Sakhar, commonly known by her kunya, Ummul Khair.

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Seerah

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Q 97 Islamic Studies Seerah

The real name of Abu Jehl was:

A

Haris bin Hasham

B

Umro bin Hasham

C

Zain bin Hasham

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Umro bin Hasham

Correct Answer: Umro bin Hasham

Amr ibn Hisham was his real name. He was one of the fiercest opponents of Islam, earning him the title 'Abu Jahl' (Father of Ignorance).

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Hadith Sciences

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Q 98 Islamic Studies Hadith Sciences

Who was the student of Hazrat Abu Huraira (RA) who helped him compile Ahadith?

A

Hamman Ibn Munabbah

B

Salman bin Yaqoob

C

Umro bin Aziz

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hamman Ibn Munabbah

Correct Answer: Hamman Ibn Munabbah

Hammam ibn Munabbih was an early Islamic scholar and a prominent student of Abu Huraira, who recorded the Sahifah Hammam ibn Munabbih.

Q 100 Islamic Studies Hadith Sciences

The formal compilation and codification of Ahadith into books is called:

A

Tadveen

B

Jama al Hadith

C

Maariz

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Tadveen

Correct Answer: Tadveen

Tadveen refers to the systematic compilation, transcription, and codification of the Hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

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Topic Section

Hadith Books

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Q 99 Islamic Studies Hadith Books

Mustadrak al-Hakim was written by:

A

Ibn Timiyaa

B

Muhammad Bin Abdullah Al-Hakim

C

Imam Ibn Hijar Askalani

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Muhammad Bin Abdullah Al-Hakim

Correct Answer: Muhammad Bin Abdullah Al-Hakim

Al-Mustadrak alaa al-Sahihain is a five-volume hadith collection compiled by Hakim al-Nishapuri (Muhammad Bin Abdullah Al-Hakim).

Subject 5

Pakistan Studies

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Pre Partition History

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Q 17 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

How many amendments were proposed by Jinnah in the Nehru Report?

A

02

B

03

C

04

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 03

Correct Answer: 03

Muhammad Ali Jinnah proposed three major amendments to the Nehru Report in 1928 to safeguard Muslim political rights.

Q 19 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The Indian National Congress did not attend which Round Table Conference?

A

First

B

Second

C

Third

D

First and Third

View answer & explanation Ans: First and Third

Correct Answer: First and Third

The Congress party boycotted the First and Third Round Table Conferences, only attending the Second one following the Gandhi-Irwin pact.

Q 24 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The 'Do or Die' slogan in the Quit India Movement was raised by:

A

Jinnah

B

Gandhi

C

Raja Acharia

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Gandhi

Correct Answer: Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi delivered the famous 'Do or Die' speech in August 1942, launching the Quit India Movement against British rule.

Q 25 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

When was the first Indian civil servant inducted into the government?

A

1862

B

1864

C

1861

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1864

Correct Answer: 1864

Satyendranath Tagore became the first Indian to join the Indian Civil Service (ICS) in 1864.

Q 36 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The Wardha Scheme (Vidya Mandir scheme) is related to:

A

Education

B

Taxes

C

Equality

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Education

Correct Answer: Education

The Vidya Mandir Scheme was part of the Wardha educational plan introduced by Gandhi in 1937 to revamp the primary education system in India.

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Sports History

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Q 18 Pakistan Studies Sports History

Jansher Khan won the World Junior Squash Championship in:

A

1986

B

1984

C

1981

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1986

Correct Answer: 1986

Jansher Khan, the legendary Pakistani squash player, won the World Junior Squash Championship in 1986.

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Topic Section

Economy

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Q 20 Pakistan Studies Economy

The GSP Plus status provided how much tariff relief on Pakistani goods to the EU?

A

63%

B

66%

C

69%

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 66%

Correct Answer: 66%

The EU's Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) removes import duties from over 66% of tariff lines for vulnerable developing countries like Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Dams In Pakistan

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Q 21 Pakistan Studies Dams In Pakistan

The power generating capacity of the Diamer Bhasha Dam is:

A

4000 MW

B

4500 MW

C

4800 MW

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 4500 MW

Correct Answer: 4500 MW

The Diamer Bhasha Dam, currently under construction on the Indus River, will have an installed power generating capacity of 4500 MW.

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Demographics

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Q 23 Pakistan Studies Demographics

What is the percentage of women voters in Pakistan?

A

40%

B

44%

C

48%

D

46%

View answer & explanation Ans: 46%

Correct Answer: 46%

As of recent updates from the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), women constitute roughly 46% of total registered voters in the country.

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Geography Of Pakistan

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Q 26 Pakistan Studies Geography Of Pakistan

Sanghar district is also known as the land of:

A

Hur Mujahid

B

Singers

C

Saints

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hur Mujahid

Correct Answer: Hur Mujahid

Sanghar, a district in Sindh, Pakistan, is historically famous as the headquarters of the Hur movement led by Pir Pagara against the British.

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Culture

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Q 27 Pakistan Studies Culture

Which band sang the patriotic song 'Ae Jawan Jeet ka Neeshan'?

A

Awaz

B

Vital Signs

C

Souch

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Awaz

Correct Answer: Awaz

The popular Pakistani patriotic song 'Ae Jawan' was performed by the famous pop band Awaz in the late 1990s.

Q 33 Pakistan Studies Culture

Who originally sung 'Akhian nu rehn day'?

A

Meesha Shafi

B

Reshma

C

Nazia Hassan

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Reshma

Correct Answer: Reshma

The legendary folk singer Reshma was the original voice behind the iconic song 'Akhian Nu Rehn De'.

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Historical Places

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Q 28 Pakistan Studies Historical Places

Nandana Fort is located in:

A

Jhelum

B

Larkana

C

Sibbi

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Jhelum

Correct Answer: Jhelum

Nandana Fort is a historical site situated in the Salt Range of Jhelum district, where Al-Biruni famously measured the Earth's circumference.

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Topic Section

Post Partition History

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Q 29 Pakistan Studies Post Partition History

The integration of West Pakistan into One Unit was done in:

A

1954

B

1955

C

1956

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1955

Correct Answer: 1955

The One Unit scheme was launched on October 14, 1955, integrating the four provinces of West Pakistan into a single province.

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Ancient History

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Q 31 Pakistan Studies Ancient History

Mohenjo-daro is located on which river?

A

Indus

B

Ravi

C

Jhelum

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Indus

Correct Answer: Indus

The ancient Indus Valley Civilization city of Mohenjo-daro is situated on the right bank of the Indus River in Sindh, Pakistan.

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Political History

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Q 32 Pakistan Studies Political History

Who introduced the system of Basic Democracies?

A

Iskandar Mirza

B

Ayub Khan

C

Zulifqar Ali Bhutto

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ayub Khan

Correct Answer: Ayub Khan

President Ayub Khan introduced the Basic Democracies system in 1959, consisting of an electoral college of 80,000 local representatives.

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Educational Movements

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Q 34 Pakistan Studies Educational Movements

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan started MAO High School in:

A

1873

B

1875

C

1877

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1875

Correct Answer: 1875

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental (MAO) High School in Aligarh in 1875, which later became MAO College in 1877.

Subject 6

Geography

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Meteorology

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Q 40 Geography Meteorology

An imaginary horizontal line on a map which represents equal atmospheric pressure is called:

A

Iso Bar

B

Isotope

C

Isotone

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Iso Bar

Correct Answer: Iso Bar

Isobars are lines connecting points of equal atmospheric pressure on weather maps.

Q 43 Geography Meteorology

The force exerted by the weight of a column of air over a given area is called:

A

Atmospheric pressure

B

Differential pressure

C

Absolute pressure

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Atmospheric pressure

Correct Answer: Atmospheric pressure

Atmospheric pressure is the force per unit area exerted by the weight of the atmosphere.

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Physical Geography

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Q 41 Geography Physical Geography

The Shiwaliks are the _____ part of the Himalayas.

A

Eastern

B

Southernmost

C

Northernmost

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Southernmost

Correct Answer: Southernmost

The Shiwalik range forms the outermost and southernmost foothills of the Himalayan mountain system.

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Mountain Ranges

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Q 42 Geography Mountain Ranges

Tirich Mir is the highest peak of which mountain range?

A

Karakoram

B

Hindu Kush

C

Himalayas

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hindu Kush

Correct Answer: Hindu Kush

Tirich Mir, located in the Chitral District of Pakistan, is the highest peak of the Hindu Kush mountain range.

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Glaciology

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Q 44 Geography Glaciology

What is the optimal slope angle of a mountain for optimal snowfall accumulation?

A

36 to 38 degree

B

30 to 34 degree

C

38 to 40 degree

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 30 to 34 degree

Correct Answer: 30 to 34 degree

Snowfall typically accumulates and stabilizes best on mountain slopes with an elevation angle between 30 and 34 degrees.

Subject 7

Computer Science

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Topic Section

Software Tools

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Q 52 Computer Science Software Tools

Which key is used to start a slide show in PowerPoint?

A

F11

B

F5

C

F9

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: F5

Correct Answer: F5

Pressing the F5 key starts a PowerPoint slideshow from the very first slide.

Q 54 Computer Science Software Tools

The default file extension for a Notepad file is:

A

.xls

B

.txt

C

.cdr

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: .txt

Correct Answer: .txt

Notepad is a simple text editor for Microsoft Windows, and it saves files natively with the .txt extension.

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History Of Computing

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Q 53 Computer Science History Of Computing

The architecture of the IBM PC, which shaped modern personal computing, was led by:

A

Charles Babbage

B

Dennis Ritchie

C

Philip Donald Estridge

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Philip Donald Estridge

Correct Answer: Philip Donald Estridge

Philip Donald Estridge led the development of the original IBM Personal Computer (PC) in 1981, earning him the title 'Father of the IBM PC'.

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Topic Section

Web Technologies

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Q 55 Computer Science Web Technologies

A hyperlink can be used to link to a:

A

Image

B

Video

C

Audio

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

Hyperlinks in HTML and web documents can redirect users to various types of media, including text pages, images, videos, and audio files.

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Computer Architecture

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Q 56 Computer Science Computer Architecture

A machine language instruction typically consists of:

A

Opcode

B

Operand

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both A & B

Correct Answer: Both A & B

A machine-level instruction fundamentally includes an opcode (operation code specifying what to do) and an operand (data or memory location to operate on).

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Networking

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Q 57 Computer Science Networking

DNS stands for:

A

Domain name service

B

Domain name server

C

Domain name system

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Domain name system

Correct Answer: Domain name system

The Domain Name System (DNS) translates human-readable domain names to numerical IP addresses.

Subject 8

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Percentages

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Q 58 Mathematics Percentages

A village has 5860 voters, of whom 7% usually forget to vote. In order to win an election, a candidate must gain at least 50% of the remaining votes. How many votes does he need in order to win?

A

2725

B

5450

C

2930

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 2725

Correct Answer: 2725

Voters who forget = 7% of 5860 = 410. Remaining voters = 5450. Votes needed = 50% of 5450 = 2725.

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Ratios

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Q 59 Mathematics Ratios

A sum of RS 95000 is to be divided among A, B, and C in such a way that A:B is 2:3 and B:C is 2:3. What will be the share of A?

A

35000

B

20000

C

17000

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 20000

Correct Answer: 20000

Ratios A:B = 4:6 and B:C = 6:9. Combined ratio A:B:C = 4:6:9. Total parts = 19. A's share = (4/19) * 95000 = 20000.

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Geometry

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Q 60 Mathematics Geometry

If the area of a circle is 38.5 m², then its circumference will be:

A

2.2 m

B

22 m

C

3.85 m

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 22 m

Correct Answer: 22 m

Area = πr² = 38.5. Solving for r gives r = 3.5m. Circumference = 2πr = 2 * (22/7) * 3.5 = 22m.

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Work And Time

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Q 61 Mathematics Work And Time

If person A completes a work in 12 days and person B in 6 days, and they start working together, then in how many days will they complete the work?

A

03

B

04

C

05

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 04

Correct Answer: 04

Work rate of A = 1/12. Work rate of B = 1/6. Combined rate = 1/12 + 2/12 = 3/12 = 1/4. They will complete it in 4 days.

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Proportions

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Q 62 Mathematics Proportions

If a 162 km long road can be constructed in 9 months, how many months are required to construct a 306 km long road?

A

15

B

17

C

19

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 17

Correct Answer: 17

Months per km = 9/162 = 1/18. For 306 km = 306 * (1/18) = 17 months.

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Algebra

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Q 63 Mathematics Algebra

If m:n = 3:2, then the ratio of (4m+5n) to (4m-5n) is equal to:

A

9:1

B

11:1

C

1:9

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 11:1

Correct Answer: 11:1

Substitute m=3 and n=2. (4*3 + 5*2) : (4*3 - 5*2) = (12+10) : (12-10) = 22:2 = 11:1.

Q 64 Mathematics Algebra

Three times the first of three consecutive odd integers is 3 more than twice the third. The third integer is:

A

11

B

13

C

15

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 15

Correct Answer: 15

Let integers be x, x+2, x+4. Equation: 3x = 2(x+4) + 3. 3x = 2x + 11. x = 11. Third integer = 11 + 4 = 15.

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Exponents

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Q 65 Mathematics Exponents

If 4^(4x+1) = 1/64, then the value of X is:

A

0

B

1

C

-1

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: -1

Correct Answer: -1

Since 1/64 is 4^(-3), we have 4x + 1 = -3. Solving yields 4x = -4, so x = -1.

Subject 9

English

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Topic Section

Parts Of Speech

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Q 66 English Parts Of Speech

Identify the part of speech for the underlined word: That 'policeman' is a friend of mine.

A

Noun

B

Pronoun

C

Verb

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Noun

Correct Answer: Noun

The word 'policeman' functions as a noun naming a person or occupation in the sentence.

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Vocabulary

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Q 68 English Vocabulary

The antonym of 'overwrought' is:

A

Calm

B

Tense

C

Edgy

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Calm

Correct Answer: Calm

Overwrought means in a state of nervous excitement or anxiety. Its opposite is calm.

Q 71 English Vocabulary

The meaning of Connoisseur is:

A

Ignoramus

B

Lover of art

C

Idiot

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Lover of art

Correct Answer: Lover of art

A connoisseur is an expert judge in matters of taste, especially in the fine arts or cuisines.

Q 74 English Vocabulary

The antonym of 'revealed' is:

A

concealed

B

away

C

disclose

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: concealed

Correct Answer: concealed

To reveal is to make known. Its direct opposite is to conceal, which means to hide or keep secret.

Q 76 English Vocabulary

The synonym of native is:

A

Endemic

B

Acquired

C

Learned

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Endemic

Correct Answer: Endemic

Native refers to something originating from a particular place. A close biological and geographic synonym is 'endemic'.

Q 82 English Vocabulary

The synonym of ambiguous is:

A

Vague

B

Plain

C

Clear

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Vague

Correct Answer: Vague

Ambiguous means open to more than one interpretation. Vague is its closest synonym, meaning unclear.

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Topic Section

Active Passive Voice

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Q 69 English Active Passive Voice

Change the voice: She must be helped by me.

A

I shall be helped by her

B

I must help her

C

I must helped her

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: I must help her

Correct Answer: I must help her

The passive voice sentence 'She must be helped by me' converts to the active voice 'I must help her'.

Q 80 English Active Passive Voice

Change the voice: 'Let us play here nicely.'

A

Nicely to be played

B

Play here nicely

C

Played here nicely

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Play here nicely

Correct Answer: Play here nicely

Imperative or let-sentences are occasionally converted into an implied order or suggestion in active form, though strictly a passive conversion would differ.

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Topic Section

Prepositions

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Q 70 English Prepositions

He has no child ____ his wife.

A

by

B

from

C

with

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: by

Correct Answer: by

The preposition 'by' is standard in English to indicate biological parentage, as in 'a child by his wife'.

Q 73 English Prepositions

I should hate to be confined ____ an office all day.

A

from

B

in

C

by

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: in

Correct Answer: in

The correct preposition to use with 'confined' when referring to a closed space is 'in' (confined in an office).

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Grammar

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Q 72 English Grammar

Choose the correct sentence:

A

He gave me many pieces of advice

B

He give me many pieces of advice

C

He gave me many piece of advices

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: He gave me many pieces of advice

Correct Answer: He gave me many pieces of advice

'Advice' is an uncountable noun. To pluralize the concept, we use the phrase 'pieces of advice'.

Q 77 English Grammar

Choose the correct sentence:

A

Hundreds of people are watching the match on TV.

B

A hundreds of people are watching the match on TV.

C

Hundred of people are watching the match on TV.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hundreds of people are watching the match on TV.

Correct Answer: Hundreds of people are watching the match on TV.

When the exact number is unspecified, 'hundreds' takes the plural form followed by 'of'.

Q 78 English Grammar

Choose the correct sentence:

A

Both sisters are in same class.

B

The both sisters are in same class.

C

Both sisters is in same class.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both sisters are in same class.

Correct Answer: Both sisters are in same class.

The modifier 'both' does not require 'the' before it in this construction, and requires a plural verb.

Q 79 English Grammar

Replace the incorrect word in the sentence: 'He is very obliged.'

A

much

B

many

C

so

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: much

Correct Answer: much

The correct phrase is 'much obliged', which is a formal idiom meaning very grateful.

Q 81 English Grammar

Mood is a type of which effect in writing?

A

Writing

B

Expression

C

Presentation

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Expression

Correct Answer: Expression

In grammar, mood is the form a verb takes to show how it is to be regarded (e.g., as a fact, a command, a wish), which is a facet of expression.

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Topic Section

Sentence Structure

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Q 75 English Sentence Structure

Identify the type of sentence: You do wrong but you do not show.

A

Negative

B

Interrogative

C

Empathetic

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Empathetic

Correct Answer: Empathetic

While structurally a compound sentence, the key categorizes this semantic style as emphatic/empathetic due to its repetitive emotional emphasis on an action.

Subject 10

Urdu

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 83 Urdu Idioms

یار زندہ صحبت باقی سے کیا مراد ہے؟

A

زندگی فانی ہے

B

زندہ رہے تو ملتے رہیں گے

C

سب زندوں کو مرنا ہے

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: زندہ رہے تو ملتے رہیں گے

Correct Answer: زندہ رہے تو ملتے رہیں گے

یہ ایک مشہور اردو ضرب المثل ہے جس کا مطلب ہے کہ اگر زندگی رہی تو پھر ملاقات ہوگی۔

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Vocabulary

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Q 84 Urdu Vocabulary

خجستہ گام سے کیا مراد ہے؟

A

نامبارک قدم

B

منحوس قدم

C

مبارک قدم

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: مبارک قدم

Correct Answer: مبارک قدم

اردو لغت میں خجستہ کے معنی مبارک، نیک، یا خوش قسمت کے ہیں، اس لیے خجستہ گام کا مطلب مبارک قدم ہے۔

Q 89 Urdu Vocabulary

زمین کا گز کا کیا مطلب ہے؟

A

طویل سفر کرنے والا

B

گھر میں رہنے والا

C

گھومنے پھرنے والا

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: طویل سفر کرنے والا

Correct Answer: طویل سفر کرنے والا

یہ محاورہ ایسے شخص کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے جو بہت زیادہ سفر کرتا ہو یا مسلسل گھومتا پھرتا ہو۔

Q 90 Urdu Vocabulary

اقبال کے اس شعر میں چرب دست سے کیا مراد ہے؟

A

قابل

B

ہنرمند

C

بے سلیقہ

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: ہنرمند

Correct Answer: ہنرمند

چرب دست کا مطلب ماہر، تیز دست اور ہنرمند ہوتا ہے، جسے علامہ اقبال نے ہنر مند قوم کے تناظر میں استعمال کیا ہے۔

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Proverbs

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Q 85 Urdu Proverbs

درست ضرب المثل کونسی ہے؟

A

شرح میں شرم کیا

B

شرع میں شرم کیا

C

شری میں شرم کیا

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: شرع میں شرم کیا

Correct Answer: شرع میں شرم کیا

صحیح کہاوت 'شرع میں شرم کیا' ہے، جس کا مطلب ہے کہ دینی مسائل اور شریعت کے احکامات پوچھنے میں کوئی جھجک نہیں ہونی چاہیے۔

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Literature

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Q 86 Urdu Literature

اردو میں جدید مکتوب نگاری کا آغاز کس نے کیا؟

A

ڈپٹی نذیر احمد

B

مولوی عبد الحق

C

مرزا غالب

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: مرزا غالب

Correct Answer: مرزا غالب

مرزا غالب کو اردو میں جدید مکتوب نگاری کا بانی مانا جاتا ہے، انہوں نے خطوط کو عام بول چال کا انداز دیا۔

Q 87 Urdu Literature

امراؤ جان ادا کس کی تصنیف ہے؟

A

مرزا ہادی رسوا

B

پریم چند

C

علامہ راشد الخیری

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: مرزا ہادی رسوا

Correct Answer: مرزا ہادی رسوا

امراؤ جان ادا اردو کا ایک مشہور ناول ہے جسے مرزا محمد ہادی رسوا نے 1899 میں شائع کیا۔

Q 88 Urdu Literature

حفیظ جالندھری اور داغ دہلوی کے کلام کو کس نے کتابی شکل دی ہے؟

A

خواجہ محمد زکریا

B

مولوی عبد الحق

C

انتظار حسین

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: خواجہ محمد زکریا

Correct Answer: خواجہ محمد زکریا

ڈاکٹر خواجہ محمد زکریا نے اردو کے کئی نامور شعراء کے کلام کی تدوین اور ترتیب کا اہم کام کیا ہے۔

Q 91 Urdu Literature

یاد گار غالب کس کی تصنیف ہے؟

A

الطاف حسین حالی

B

سرسید احمد خان

C

میر تقی میر

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: الطاف حسین حالی

Correct Answer: الطاف حسین حالی

یادگار غالب، مرزا غالب کی سوانح حیات اور کلام پر مبنی مشہور کتاب ہے جسے مولانا الطاف حسین حالی نے لکھا۔

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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 92 Urdu Grammar

استعجابیہ جملے کی نشاندہی کریں۔

A

وہ کل لاہور جائیگا

B

واہ کیا خوبصورت موسم ہے

C

اس کی بلی گم ہو گئی

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: واہ کیا خوبصورت موسم ہے

Correct Answer: واہ کیا خوبصورت موسم ہے

استعجابیہ جملہ وہ ہوتا ہے جس میں حیرت، خوشی یا غم کا اظہار ہو، جیسے 'واہ کیا خوبصورت موسم ہے'۔

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