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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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Topic Section

World Geography

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Q 1 General Knowledge World Geography

In which country have archaeologists discovered the world's biggest flooded cave?

A

Mexico

B

Brazil

C

Indonesia

D

Australia

View answer & explanation Ans: Mexico

Correct Answer: Mexico

The Sac Actun cave system in Mexico is recognized as the world's largest flooded cave system, spanning hundreds of kilometers underwater.

Q 2 General Knowledge World Geography

The location of Vatican City is in:

A

Italy

B

France

C

Spain

D

Greece

View answer & explanation Ans: Italy

Correct Answer: Italy

Vatican City is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Italy.

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Sports

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Q 3 General Knowledge Sports

The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) was established on:

A

21 May 1904

B

15 June 1905

C

10 August 1910

D

24 October 1945

View answer & explanation Ans: 21 May 1904

Correct Answer: 21 May 1904

FIFA was founded on May 21, 1904, in Paris, France, to oversee international competition among national associations.

Q 5 General Knowledge Sports

The length of a football penalty area is:

A

16.5 m

B

12.5 m

C

18.5 m

D

20.5 m

View answer & explanation Ans: 16.5 m

Correct Answer: 16.5 m

The penalty area in an association football pitch extends 16.5 meters (18 yards) from the goal line.

Q 12 General Knowledge Sports

What is the nickname of Zimbabwe's national men's cricket team?

A

The Chevrons

B

The Proteas

C

The Springboks

D

The Eagles

View answer & explanation Ans: The Chevrons

Correct Answer: The Chevrons

The Zimbabwean national cricket team is affectionately known as 'The Chevrons'.

Q 19 General Knowledge Sports

Name the first Pakistani female cricketer to take 100 wickets in ODIs:

A

Sana Mir

B

Bismah Maroof

C

Nida Dar

D

Javeria Khan

View answer & explanation Ans: Sana Mir

Correct Answer: Sana Mir

Sana Mir is a former captain of the Pakistan national women's cricket team and was the first Pakistani woman to take 100 ODI wickets.

Q 24 General Knowledge Sports

Which of the following Pakistani players won the 1994 World Snooker Championship?

A

Muhammad Yousaf

B

Muhammad Asif

C

Hamza Akbar

D

Ahsan Ramzan

View answer & explanation Ans: Muhammad Yousaf

Correct Answer: Muhammad Yousaf

Muhammad Yousaf won the 1994 IBSF World Snooker Championship held in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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International Organizations

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Q 4 General Knowledge International Organizations

The UN Charter was unanimously promulgated in the year 1945 on October:

A

20

B

22

C

24

D

26

View answer & explanation Ans: 24

Correct Answer: 24

The United Nations officially came into existence on October 24, 1945, when its Charter was ratified.

Q 7 General Knowledge International Organizations

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) works to foster:

A

Sustainable Economic Growth

B

Global Military Alliance

C

Cultural Exchange

D

Environmental Protection

View answer & explanation Ans: Sustainable Economic Growth

Correct Answer: Sustainable Economic Growth

The IMF's primary mission includes fostering global monetary cooperation, securing financial stability, and promoting sustainable economic growth.

Q 10 General Knowledge International Organizations

Which of the following countries is not a member of SAARC?

A

Myanmar

B

Afghanistan

C

Maldives

D

Nepal

View answer & explanation Ans: Myanmar

Correct Answer: Myanmar

Myanmar is a member of ASEAN, not SAARC. SAARC members include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

Q 17 General Knowledge International Organizations

How many Goals have been included in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

A

15

B

17

C

20

D

21

View answer & explanation Ans: 17

Correct Answer: 17

The UN adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty and protect the planet.

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Topic Section

Global Politics

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Q 6 General Knowledge Global Politics

At the NAM Summit in Durban (1998), which issue was discussed concerning Pakistan?

A

Kashmir Problem

B

Nuclear Testing

C

Afghan Refugees

D

Water Dispute

View answer & explanation Ans: Kashmir Problem

Correct Answer: Kashmir Problem

During the 1998 Non-Aligned Movement summit, Nelson Mandela notably raised the Kashmir issue, urging for a peaceful resolution.

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World History

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Q 8 General Knowledge World History

Which African country, a member of OIC, formally decided to remove the word "Islamic" from its official name?

A

Gambia

B

Sudan

C

Somalia

D

Mauritania

View answer & explanation Ans: Gambia

Correct Answer: Gambia

In 2017, Gambia's President Adama Barrow officially removed 'Islamic' from the country's official name, returning it to the Republic of The Gambia.

Q 11 General Knowledge World History

Toussaint Louverture, also known as Toussaint Breda, was the best-known leader of the revolution in:

A

Haiti

B

France

C

Cuba

D

Brazil

View answer & explanation Ans: Haiti

Correct Answer: Haiti

Toussaint Louverture was a former slave who became the preeminent leader of the Haitian Revolution, paving the way for Haiti's independence.

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International Days

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Q 9 General Knowledge International Days

International Literacy Day is celebrated every year on:

A

8 September

B

5 October

C

12 August

D

20 November

View answer & explanation Ans: 8 September

Correct Answer: 8 September

UNESCO proclaimed September 8 as International Literacy Day to remind the international community of the importance of literacy.

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Currencies

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Q 13 General Knowledge Currencies

The currency of Nigeria is called:

A

Naira

B

Cedi

C

Rand

D

Shilling

View answer & explanation Ans: Naira

Correct Answer: Naira

The Nigerian Naira (NGN) is the official fiat currency of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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Monuments

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Q 14 General Knowledge Monuments

The Taj Mahal at Agra stands on the bank of river:

A

Jamuna

B

Ganges

C

Indus

D

Brahmaputra

View answer & explanation Ans: Jamuna

Correct Answer: Jamuna

The Taj Mahal was constructed on the right bank of the Yamuna (Jamuna) River in the city of Agra.

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Literature

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Q 15 General Knowledge Literature

Sherlock Holmes is a famous character in the detective stories written by:

A

Arthur Conan Doyle

B

Agatha Christie

C

Charles Dickens

D

J.K. Rowling

View answer & explanation Ans: Arthur Conan Doyle

Correct Answer: Arthur Conan Doyle

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, first appearing in print in 1887.

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Indo Pak History

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Q 31 General Knowledge Indo Pak History

Who was the first Emperor of the Tughlaq Dynasty in the Indian Sub-continent?

A

Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq

B

Muhammad bin Tughlaq

C

Firoz Shah Tughlaq

D

Mahmud Tughlaq

View answer & explanation Ans: Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq

Correct Answer: Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq

Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq founded the Tughlaq dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate in 1320.

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Famous Personalities

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Q 40 General Knowledge Famous Personalities

Famous cooking expert and T.V. personality Zubaida Tariq passed away on:

A

4th January 2018

B

10th February 2018

C

5th March 2019

D

12th December 2017

View answer & explanation Ans: 4th January 2018

Correct Answer: 4th January 2018

Zubaida Tariq, affectionately known as Zubaida Aapa, passed away in Karachi on January 4, 2018.

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Topic Section

Psychology

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Q 52 General Knowledge Psychology

Who is considered the Father of Psychoanalysis?

A

Sigmund Freud

B

Carl Jung

C

B.F. Skinner

D

John Watson

View answer & explanation Ans: Sigmund Freud

Correct Answer: Sigmund Freud

Sigmund Freud developed psychoanalysis, a clinical method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Subject 2

Current Affairs

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Topic Section

Global Politics

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Q 16 Current Affairs Global Politics

The French "Legion d'honneur" received in 2001 was returned in April 2018 by:

A

Bashar-al-Assad

B

Saddam Hussein

C

Muammar Gaddafi

D

Hosni Mubarak

View answer & explanation Ans: Bashar-al-Assad

Correct Answer: Bashar-al-Assad

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad returned the prestigious Legion d'honneur to France in 2018 amid rising diplomatic tensions.

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Topic Section

International Organizations

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Q 39 Current Affairs International Organizations

Which of the following personalities is the current Secretary General of SAARC?

A

Md. Golam Sarwar

B

Amjad Hussain Sial

C

Esala Ruwan Weerakoon

D

Arjun Bahadur Thapa

View answer & explanation Ans: Md. Golam Sarwar

Correct Answer: Md. Golam Sarwar

Md. Golam Sarwar, a diplomat from Bangladesh, assumed the office of SAARC Secretary General in October 2023.

Subject 3

Pakistan Studies

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Topic Section

History

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Q 18 Pakistan Studies History

Harappa is a city in Punjab about 24 km south west of:

A

Sahiwal

B

Multan

C

Lahore

D

Faisalabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Sahiwal

Correct Answer: Sahiwal

The ancient Indus Valley Civilization site of Harappa is located in Punjab, Pakistan, about 24 km west of Sahiwal.

Q 28 Pakistan Studies History

Syed Ahmad Shaheed was the founder of which of the following movements?

A

Jihad Movement

B

Khilafat Movement

C

Aligarh Movement

D

Faraizi Movement

View answer & explanation Ans: Jihad Movement

Correct Answer: Jihad Movement

Syed Ahmad Barelvi (Shaheed) launched the Mujahideen (Jihad) movement in the 19th century to resist Sikh rule and revive Islamic values.

Q 30 Pakistan Studies History

Radcliff unjustly included which tehsils of Punjab in India?

A

Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala

B

Firozpur, Zira, Ajnala

C

Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Ambala

D

Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Fazilka

View answer & explanation Ans: Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala

Correct Answer: Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Batala

The Radcliffe Line controversially awarded the Muslim-majority tehsils of Gurdaspur, Pathankot, and Batala to India, providing a land route to Kashmir.

Q 36 Pakistan Studies History

One of the founders of the All India Muslim League, Salimullah Khan, was the Nawab of:

A

Dhaka

B

Lucknow

C

Aligarh

D

Hyderabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Dhaka

Correct Answer: Dhaka

Nawab Sir Khwaja Salimullah of Dhaka played a pivotal role in founding the All-India Muslim League in 1906.

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Political History

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Q 20 Pakistan Studies Political History

When was the Lahore Declaration between the Prime Ministers of Pakistan and India signed?

A

1998

B

1999

C

2001

D

2004

View answer & explanation Ans: 1999

Correct Answer: 1999

The Lahore Declaration was a bilateral agreement and governance treaty between India and Pakistan signed in February 1999.

Q 32 Pakistan Studies Political History

Which leader is famous with reference to his six points?

A

Sheikh Mujeeb-ur-Rehman

B

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto

C

Bhashani

D

Ayub Khan

View answer & explanation Ans: Sheikh Mujeeb-ur-Rehman

Correct Answer: Sheikh Mujeeb-ur-Rehman

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman presented the Six Point movement in 1966 demanding greater autonomy for East Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Literature

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Q 21 Pakistan Studies Literature

Mohsin Hamid is famous in which field?

A

English Fiction Writing

B

Urdu Poetry

C

Journalism

D

Classical Singing

View answer & explanation Ans: English Fiction Writing

Correct Answer: English Fiction Writing

Mohsin Hamid is a critically acclaimed British-Pakistani novelist known for books like 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist'.

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Topic Section

Geography

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Q 22 Pakistan Studies Geography

The Diamer-Bhasha Dam will be constructed on:

A

Indus

B

Jhelum

C

Chenab

D

Kabul

View answer & explanation Ans: Indus

Correct Answer: Indus

The Diamer-Bhasha Dam is a concrete-filled gravity dam currently under construction on the River Indus in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Q 29 Pakistan Studies Geography

Pakistan bought Gwadar from Oman in:

A

1956

B

1958

C

1960

D

1962

View answer & explanation Ans: 1958

Correct Answer: 1958

Pakistan formally purchased the Gwadar enclave from the Sultanate of Oman on September 8, 1958.

Q 35 Pakistan Studies Geography

One of the neighbouring districts closest to Lahore city is:

A

Sheikhupura

B

Gujranwala

C

Faisalabad

D

Sialkot

View answer & explanation Ans: Sheikhupura

Correct Answer: Sheikhupura

Sheikhupura shares its borders directly with Lahore district to the east and southeast.

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Topic Section

Books & Authors

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Q 23 Pakistan Studies Books & Authors

"Friends Not Masters" was written by:

A

Ayub Khan

B

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto

C

Pervez Musharraf

D

Iskander Mirza

View answer & explanation Ans: Ayub Khan

Correct Answer: Ayub Khan

Former President of Pakistan Ayub Khan authored his political autobiography 'Friends Not Masters' in 1967.

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Topic Section

Constitutional History

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Q 25 Pakistan Studies Constitutional History

Who was the Prime Minister of Pakistan when our first Constitution of 1956 was adopted?

A

Chaudhry Muhammad Ali

B

Liaquat Ali Khan

C

Khawaja Nazimuddin

D

Feroz Khan Noon

View answer & explanation Ans: Chaudhry Muhammad Ali

Correct Answer: Chaudhry Muhammad Ali

Chaudhry Muhammad Ali successfully spearheaded the formulation of the 1956 Constitution during his tenure as Prime Minister.

Q 38 Pakistan Studies Constitutional History

The concept of acting in aid of civil power by the armed forces has been laid down in the Constitution of Pakistan 1973 under:

A

Article 245

B

Article 58-2B

C

Article 6

D

Article 25

View answer & explanation Ans: Article 245

Correct Answer: Article 245

Article 245 of the 1973 Constitution mandates that the Armed Forces shall, subject to law, act in aid of civil power when called upon by the Federal Government.

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Topic Section

Economy

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Q 26 Pakistan Studies Economy

Pakistan Steel Mills was formally established in the year:

A

1971

B

1972

C

1973

D

1974

View answer & explanation Ans: 1973

Correct Answer: 1973

While initial plans began earlier, the foundation stone for Pakistan Steel Mills was formally laid on December 30, 1973 by Z.A. Bhutto.

Q 33 Pakistan Studies Economy

What does PSDP stand for?

A

Public Sector Development Programme

B

Private Sector Development Plan

C

Pakistan Social Development Program

D

Public Services Delivery Project

View answer & explanation Ans: Public Sector Development Programme

Correct Answer: Public Sector Development Programme

The PSDP represents the Federal Government of Pakistan's budgetary framework for public sector development projects.

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Topic Section

Monuments

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Q 27 Pakistan Studies Monuments

The Quaid-e-Azam's Mausoleum is an impressive landmark of:

A

Karachi

B

Lahore

C

Islamabad

D

Quetta

View answer & explanation Ans: Karachi

Correct Answer: Karachi

Mazar-e-Quaid, the final resting place of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, is an iconic monument located in Karachi.

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Topic Section

Demographics

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Q 34 Pakistan Studies Demographics

The most recent Census of Pakistan was held in:

A

1998

B

2017

C

2023

D

2024

View answer & explanation Ans: 2023

Correct Answer: 2023

The 7th Population and Housing Census of Pakistan, which was the first-ever digital census, was conducted and concluded in 2023.

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Military History

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Q 37 Pakistan Studies Military History

General Yahya Khan became the Commander-in-Chief of the Pakistan Army in 1966. Who was the C-in-C before him?

A

General Muhammad Musa Khan

B

General Ayub Khan

C

General Tikka Khan

D

General Zia-ul-Haq

View answer & explanation Ans: General Muhammad Musa Khan

Correct Answer: General Muhammad Musa Khan

General Musa Khan served as Commander-in-Chief from 1958 to 1966, after which General Yahya Khan took over.

Subject 4

Geography

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World Geography

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Q 41 Geography World Geography

Identify the world's largest peninsula:

A

Arabian Peninsula

B

Iberian Peninsula

C

Korean Peninsula

D

Italian Peninsula

View answer & explanation Ans: Arabian Peninsula

Correct Answer: Arabian Peninsula

The Arabian Peninsula is the largest in the world, covering over 3 million square kilometers in Western Asia.

Q 42 Geography World Geography

Which of the following is not an island in the Mediterranean Sea?

A

Phuket

B

Sicily

C

Cyprus

D

Malta

View answer & explanation Ans: Phuket

Correct Answer: Phuket

Phuket is an island located in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Thailand, not the Mediterranean.

Q 46 Geography World Geography

Which one of the following countries has direct access to the Black Sea?

A

Georgia

B

Armenia

C

Azerbaijan

D

Belarus

View answer & explanation Ans: Georgia

Correct Answer: Georgia

Georgia shares its western border with the Black Sea. The other listed countries are entirely landlocked.

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Topic Section

Straits

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Q 43 Geography Straits

The Strait of Malacca separates:

A

Malaysia and Indonesia

B

India and Sri Lanka

C

Oman and Iran

D

Yemen and Djibouti

View answer & explanation Ans: Malaysia and Indonesia

Correct Answer: Malaysia and Indonesia

The Strait of Malacca is a narrow stretch of water located between the Malay Peninsula (Malaysia) and the Indonesian island of Sumatra.

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Topic Section

Geography Of Pakistan

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Q 44 Geography Geography Of Pakistan

The Rann of Kutch is situated in the:

A

South of Tharparkar

B

North of Cholistan

C

West of Makran

D

East of Rann

View answer & explanation Ans: South of Tharparkar

Correct Answer: South of Tharparkar

The Rann of Kutch is a large area of salt marshes spanning the border between India's Gujarat and Pakistan's Sindh, situated south of the Tharparkar district.

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Earth Sciences

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Q 45 Geography Earth Sciences

In which direction does the Earth rotate around its axis?

A

West to East

B

East to West

C

North to South

D

South to North

View answer & explanation Ans: West to East

Correct Answer: West to East

The Earth rotates eastward, in prograde motion. As viewed from the north pole star Polaris, it turns counterclockwise.

Subject 5

Everyday Science

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Topic Section

Biology

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Q 47 Everyday Science Biology

Which of the following animal's eyes are bigger than its brain?

A

Ostrich

B

Owl

C

Elephant

D

Kangaroo

View answer & explanation Ans: Ostrich

Correct Answer: Ostrich

An ostrich's eye is about the size of a billiard ball, which takes up so much room in its skull that its brain is actually smaller.

Q 50 Everyday Science Biology

Organisms encode their genes in long strands of:

A

DNA

B

RNA

C

Proteins

D

Enzymes

View answer & explanation Ans: DNA

Correct Answer: DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the primary molecule organisms use to encode genetic information.

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Chemistry

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Q 48 Everyday Science Chemistry

Which of the following is a non-metal that remains in liquid form at room temperature?

A

Bromine

B

Mercury

C

Chlorine

D

Iodine

View answer & explanation Ans: Bromine

Correct Answer: Bromine

Bromine is a halogen and the only non-metal element that is liquid at standard room temperature. (Mercury is a liquid metal).

Q 49 Everyday Science Chemistry

Which gas is filled in balloons that fly?

A

Helium

B

Hydrogen

C

Nitrogen

D

Oxygen

View answer & explanation Ans: Helium

Correct Answer: Helium

Helium is used in floating balloons because it is lighter than air and non-flammable, making it a safe choice.

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Inventions

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Q 51 Everyday Science Inventions

Who invented the telephone?

A

Alexander Graham Bell

B

Thomas Edison

C

Nikola Tesla

D

Guglielmo Marconi

View answer & explanation Ans: Alexander Graham Bell

Correct Answer: Alexander Graham Bell

Alexander Graham Bell is credited with patenting the first practical telephone in 1876.

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Physics

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Q 53 Everyday Science Physics

Which of the following is the name of the smallest part of matter discovered by scientists?

A

Quark

B

Atom

C

Electron

D

Proton

View answer & explanation Ans: Quark

Correct Answer: Quark

Quarks are fundamental constituents of matter, combining to form protons and neutrons; they cannot be broken down further.

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Earth Sciences

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Q 54 Everyday Science Earth Sciences

The Richter Scale is used for measuring:

A

Strength of an earthquake

B

Wind speed

C

Ocean depth

D

Atmospheric pressure

View answer & explanation Ans: Strength of an earthquake

Correct Answer: Strength of an earthquake

The Richter magnitude scale was developed in 1935 to mathematically quantify the amplitude of seismic waves generated by earthquakes.

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Meteorology

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Q 74 Everyday Science Meteorology

All weathers are mainly caused by:

A

Heating from the Sun

B

Ocean currents

C

Earth's rotation

D

Atmospheric pressure

View answer & explanation Ans: Heating from the Sun

Correct Answer: Heating from the Sun

The uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun is the fundamental driver of atmospheric circulation and weather systems.

Subject 6

Computer Science

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Hardware

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Q 55 Computer Science Hardware

Which of the following is a volatile memory?

A

RAM

B

ROM

C

Hard Drive

D

Flash Drive

View answer & explanation Ans: RAM

Correct Answer: RAM

Random Access Memory (RAM) is volatile, meaning it requires power to maintain the stored information.

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Topic Section

MS Word

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Q 56 Computer Science MS Word

In MS Word 2016, to extend a selection to adjacent cells of a table:

A

Hold down Shift and press an arrow key repeatedly

B

Hold down Ctrl and click the mouse

C

Press Tab repeatedly

D

Use the Page Down key

View answer & explanation Ans: Hold down Shift and press an arrow key repeatedly

Correct Answer: Hold down Shift and press an arrow key repeatedly

Holding the Shift key while using the arrow keys allows you to highlight and extend the selection across multiple adjacent cells in an MS Word table.

Q 59 Computer Science MS Word

Page numbers in a document in MS Word can be inserted at:

A

Header

B

Footer

C

Both Header and Footer

D

Only Margins

View answer & explanation Ans: Both Header and Footer

Correct Answer: Both Header and Footer

MS Word provides the flexibility to insert page numbers at the top (header), bottom (footer), or even in the margins.

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Topic Section

Architecture

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Q 57 Computer Science Architecture

The ALU is a component of the processor, which consists of:

A

Arithmetic Unit

B

Logic Unit

C

Both Arithmetic Unit and Logic Unit

D

Control Unit

View answer & explanation Ans: Both Arithmetic Unit and Logic Unit

Correct Answer: Both Arithmetic Unit and Logic Unit

An Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is the part of a CPU that handles all arithmetic (math) and logical (comparisons) operations.

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Data Representation

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Q 58 Computer Science Data Representation

One Mega Byte is equal to:

A

1024 Kilo Bytes

B

1000 Kilo Bytes

C

1024 Bytes

D

1024 Giga Bytes

View answer & explanation Ans: 1024 Kilo Bytes

Correct Answer: 1024 Kilo Bytes

In computing, a Megabyte (MB) is conventionally equivalent to 1024 Kilobytes (KB) based on binary architecture (2^10).

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Networking

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Q 60 Computer Science Networking

What is used in a computer to protect a network server from damage by unauthorized logins?

A

Firewall

B

Antivirus

C

Router

D

Switch

View answer & explanation Ans: Firewall

Correct Answer: Firewall

A firewall is a network security device that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic to block unauthorized access.

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Topic Section

Shortcuts

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Q 61 Computer Science Shortcuts

What is the correct shortcut key to check grammar in MS Word?

A

F7

B

F5

C

Ctrl + G

D

Alt + C

View answer & explanation Ans: F7

Correct Answer: F7

Pressing the F7 key in Microsoft Word opens the Editor pane to check spelling and grammar.

Q 62 Computer Science Shortcuts

Which shortcut keys are used to open the Start Menu?

A

CTRL + ESC

B

ALT + ENTER

C

CTRL + TAB

D

ALT + F4

View answer & explanation Ans: CTRL + ESC

Correct Answer: CTRL + ESC

In Windows operating systems, hitting CTRL + ESC is an alternative shortcut to open the Start Menu.

Subject 7

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Time & Work

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Q 63 Mathematics Time & Work

I spend 20 hours to clean my garden. How long will it take if 4 people (with the same efficiency) come to join me?

A

4 hours

B

5 hours

C

8 hours

D

10 hours

View answer & explanation Ans: 4 hours

Correct Answer: 4 hours

If the user is joined by 4 people, there are 5 people working in total. 20 hours divided by 5 people equals 4 hours. (Note: The provided answer 5 hours is mathematically flawed based on phrasing 'join me' yielding 5 total workers. The raw paper calculated it as 20/4=5. We corrected it logically as asked.)

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Number System

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Q 64 Mathematics Number System

Which one of the following is not a prime number?

A

91

B

31

C

41

D

61

View answer & explanation Ans: 91

Correct Answer: 91

91 is not a prime number because it can be divided by 7 and 13 (7 * 13 = 91).

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Algebra

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Q 65 Mathematics Algebra

Solve and find the value of x, if (30x+70)/x = 100

A

1

B

2

C

3

D

0.5

View answer & explanation Ans: 1

Correct Answer: 1

30x + 70 = 100x -> 70 = 70x -> x = 1.

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Statistics

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Q 67 Mathematics Statistics

Which digit is considered to be the mode in the data set 3,5,2,0,0,1,6,6,3,1,0,7,9?

A

0

B

1

C

3

D

6

View answer & explanation Ans: 0

Correct Answer: 0

The mode is the most frequently occurring value. In this set, '0' appears three times, more than any other digit.

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Topic Section

Averages

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Q 68 Mathematics Averages

The average weight of A, B and C is 45 Kg. If the average weight of A and B is 40 Kg and that of B and C is 43 Kg, then the weight of B is:

A

31 Kg

B

25 Kg

C

28 Kg

D

33 Kg

View answer & explanation Ans: 31 Kg

Correct Answer: 31 Kg

A+B+C=135. A+B=80. B+C=86. Substitute A+B=80 into A+B+C=135 -> 80+C=135 -> C=55. Then B+55=86 -> B=31 Kg.

Subject 8

Analytical Reasoning

2 MCQs
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Topic Section

Direction Sense

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Q 66 Analytical Reasoning Direction Sense

If you are standing with your face towards East, then you turn right, then again right, and then left. Which direction are you facing at the end?

A

South

B

North

C

West

D

East

View answer & explanation Ans: South

Correct Answer: South

East -> turn right (South) -> turn right (West) -> turn left (South). You end up facing South.

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Age Problems

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Q 69 Analytical Reasoning Age Problems

Laila is four times as old as her 2-year-old brother Mansoor. How old will Mansoor be when he is half the age of his older sister Laila?

A

6

B

4

C

8

D

10

View answer & explanation Ans: 6

Correct Answer: 6

Laila is currently 8 (4*2) and Mansoor is 2. The difference in their ages is 6. For Mansoor to be half her age, Laila must be 12 and Mansoor must be 6.

Subject 9

Intelligence

1 MCQs
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Topic Section

Number Series

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Q 70 Intelligence Number Series

What is the next number in the series: 2, 3, 6, 18, 108, ...?

A

1944

B

216

C

972

D

1080

View answer & explanation Ans: 1944

Correct Answer: 1944

The series multiplies the two preceding terms to get the next. 2*3=6, 3*6=18, 6*18=108, and 18*108=1944.

Subject 10

English

11 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 71 English Grammar

What is the function of an adjective when it describes a noun that is part of the predicate?

A

Subject complement

B

Direct object

C

Indirect object

D

Adverbial phrase

View answer & explanation Ans: Subject complement

Correct Answer: Subject complement

When an adjective follows a linking verb and describes the subject, it functions as a subject complement (predicate adjective).

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Vocabulary

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Q 72 English Vocabulary

The antonym of "Jocular" is:

A

Solemn

B

Cheerful

C

Comical

D

Hilarious

View answer & explanation Ans: Solemn

Correct Answer: Solemn

Jocular means fond of or characterized by joking; its antonym is solemn, which means formal and dignified or serious.

Q 75 English Vocabulary

Select the antonym of the word: Tranquil

A

Turbulent

B

Peaceful

C

Serene

D

Calm

View answer & explanation Ans: Turbulent

Correct Answer: Turbulent

Tranquil means calm and free from disturbance. Its antonym is turbulent, which means characterized by conflict or disorder.

Q 79 English Vocabulary

The synonym of "Exorbitant" is:

A

Extortionate

B

Reasonable

C

Affordable

D

Moderate

View answer & explanation Ans: Extortionate

Correct Answer: Extortionate

Exorbitant means unreasonably high (especially of a price). Extortionate is a close synonym representing the same excessive nature.

Q 82 English Vocabulary

The synonym of "Deficit" is:

A

Shortfall

B

Surplus

C

Abundance

D

Profit

View answer & explanation Ans: Shortfall

Correct Answer: Shortfall

A deficit is the amount by which something, especially money, is too small. Shortfall represents the same concept.

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Prepositions

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Q 73 English Prepositions

Fill in the blank: I ______ upon his privacy.

A

intruded

B

interfered

C

obtruded

D

trespassed

View answer & explanation Ans: intruded

Correct Answer: intruded

The word 'intruded' pairs appropriately with the preposition 'upon' to describe an unwelcome entry into someone's private matters.

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Topic Section

Active/Passive Voice

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Q 76 English Active/Passive Voice

Change the voice of the following sentence: "I will have finished that book".

A

That book will have been finished by me

B

That book is finished by me

C

That book will be finished by me

D

That book has been finished by me

View answer & explanation Ans: That book will have been finished by me

Correct Answer: That book will have been finished by me

To change future perfect active voice to passive, 'will have + V3' changes to 'will have been + V3'.

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 77 English Idioms

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: "To fish in troubled waters"

A

To benefit from other people's troubles

B

To face a difficult situation

C

To swim in a stormy ocean

D

To take a high risk for nothing

View answer & explanation Ans: To benefit from other people's troubles

Correct Answer: To benefit from other people's troubles

The idiom means to try to take advantage of a confusing or chaotic situation, exploiting it for personal gain.

Q 81 English Idioms

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: "A cock and bull story"

A

A foolish and concocted story

B

An animal fable

C

A true historical event

D

A story about farming

View answer & explanation Ans: A foolish and concocted story

Correct Answer: A foolish and concocted story

A cock and bull story refers to a highly unbelievable and far-fetched tale, often used as an excuse.

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One Word Substitution

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Q 78 English One Word Substitution

A place where leather is tanned is called a:

A

Tannery

B

Armory

C

Bakery

D

Brewery

View answer & explanation Ans: Tannery

Correct Answer: Tannery

A tannery is a facility where animal skins and hides are processed and treated (tanned) to produce leather.

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Direct/Indirect Speech

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Q 80 English Direct/Indirect Speech

He asked me, "Did you see that car?" Find the correct indirect sentence.

A

He asked me if I had seen that car

B

He asked me did I saw that car

C

He asked me that if I saw that car

D

He asked me whether I see that car

View answer & explanation Ans: He asked me if I had seen that car

Correct Answer: He asked me if I had seen that car

For past simple tense interrogative questions in direct speech, the indirect speech uses 'if' or 'whether' and shifts to past perfect (had + V3).

Subject 11

Urdu

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Topic Section

Literature

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Q 83 Urdu Literature

'گھر سے گھر تک' اور 'کپاس کا پھول' کے افسانہ نگار کون ہیں؟

A

احمد ندیم قاسمی

B

سعادت حسن منٹو

C

اشفاق احمد

D

منشی پریم چند

View answer & explanation Ans: احمد ندیم قاسمی

Correct Answer: احمد ندیم قاسمی

یہ دونوں شاہکار افسانے اردو کے نامور ادیب اور شاعر احمد ندیم قاسمی کی تخلیق ہیں۔

Q 84 Urdu Literature

اردو ادب میں کس شخصیت نے بچوں کے لئے سب سے زیادہ لکھا؟

A

اسماعیل میرٹھی

B

علامہ اقبال

C

سفی تبسم

D

ابن انشاء

View answer & explanation Ans: اسماعیل میرٹھی

Correct Answer: اسماعیل میرٹھی

مولوی اسماعیل میرٹھی کو بچوں کا شاعر کہا جاتا ہے، انہوں نے بچوں کے لیے بے شمار سبق آموز نظمیں لکھیں۔

Q 87 Urdu Literature

مشہور افسانہ 'ٹوبہ ٹیک سنگھ' کس کی تصنیف ہے؟

A

سعادت حسن منٹو

B

احمد ندیم قاسمی

C

بانو قدسیہ

D

کرشن چندر

View answer & explanation Ans: سعادت حسن منٹو

Correct Answer: سعادت حسن منٹو

ٹوبہ ٹیک سنگھ قیام پاکستان کے وقت کے حالات پر مبنی سعادت حسن منٹو کا ایک انتہائی مشہور و معروف افسانہ ہے۔

Q 90 Urdu Literature

سودیشی ریل کس کا مزاحیہ مضمون ہے؟

A

شوکت تھانوی

B

پطرس بخاری

C

شفیق الرحمن

D

مشتاق احمد یوسفی

View answer & explanation Ans: شوکت تھانوی

Correct Answer: شوکت تھانوی

سودیشی ریل اردو کے معروف مزاح نگار شوکت تھانوی کی مشہور تحریر ہے۔

Q 92 Urdu Literature

انار کلی کس کا مشہور ڈرامہ ہے؟

A

امتیاز علی تاج

B

آغا حشر کاشمیری

C

سعادت حسن منٹو

D

بانو قدسیہ

View answer & explanation Ans: امتیاز علی تاج

Correct Answer: امتیاز علی تاج

سید امتیاز علی تاج نے 1922 میں ڈرامہ 'انار کلی' لکھا جو اردو ادب کا ایک شاہکار ہے۔

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Topic Section

Books & Authors

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Q 85 Urdu Books & Authors

'چند ہم عصر' خاکوں پر مبنی معروف کتاب ہے۔ اس کے مصنف کون ہیں؟

A

مولوی عبد الحق

B

ڈپٹی نذیر احمد

C

سر سید احمد خان

D

الطاف حسین حالی

View answer & explanation Ans: مولوی عبد الحق

Correct Answer: مولوی عبد الحق

یہ کتاب بابائے اردو مولوی عبدالحق کے لکھے ہوئے خاکوں کا مشہور مجموعہ ہے۔

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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 86 Urdu Grammar

جو نام کسی خاص وصف کی وجہ سے مشہور ہو جائے اسے کیا کہتے ہیں؟

A

لقب

B

عرف

C

تخلص

D

خطاب

View answer & explanation Ans: لقب

Correct Answer: لقب

لقب وہ نام ہے جو کسی شخص کو اس کی کسی خاص خوبی، وصف یا کارنامے کی وجہ سے دیا جائے اور وہ اس سے مشہور ہو جائے۔

Q 88 Urdu Grammar

لفظ 'فوج' کی جمع کیا ہے؟

A

افواج

B

فوجیں

C

فوجاں

D

مفوج

View answer & explanation Ans: افواج

Correct Answer: افواج

اردو قواعد کی رو سے 'فوج' کی درست عربی جمع 'افواج' ہے۔

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Vocabulary

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Q 89 Urdu Vocabulary

صغر کا متضاد کیا ہے؟

A

کبر

B

بڑا

C

عظیم

D

طویل

View answer & explanation Ans: کبر

Correct Answer: کبر

عربی الاصل لفظ 'صغر' کا معنی چھوٹا پن ہے، جس کا متضاد 'کبر' (بڑا پن) ہوتا ہے۔

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Idioms

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Q 91 Urdu Idioms

اتمام حجت کی ترکیب کا مفہوم ہے:

A

کسی امر میں آخری مرتبہ سمجھانا

B

کسی سے بحث جیتنا

C

دلیل پیش کرنا

D

خاموش کر دینا

View answer & explanation Ans: کسی امر میں آخری مرتبہ سمجھانا

Correct Answer: کسی امر میں آخری مرتبہ سمجھانا

اتمام حجت سے مراد کسی کو آخری مرتبہ پوری طرح دلائل کے ساتھ سمجھانا ہے تاکہ اس کے پاس کوئی عذر باقی نہ رہے۔

Subject 12

Islamic Studies

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Topic Section

Quran

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Q 93 Islamic Studies Quran

Which Surah is called "Bab-ul-Quran"?

A

Surah Fatiha

B

Surah Yaseen

C

Surah Baqarah

D

Surah Rehman

View answer & explanation Ans: Surah Fatiha

Correct Answer: Surah Fatiha

Surah Al-Fatiha is known as the 'Bab-ul-Quran' (The Gateway of the Quran) as it is the opening chapter.

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Holy Books

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Q 94 Islamic Studies Holy Books

The Holy Book "Zaboor" was revealed to which Prophet of Allah?

A

Hazrat Daud (A.S)

B

Hazrat Musa (A.S)

C

Hazrat Isa (A.S)

D

Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Daud (A.S)

Correct Answer: Hazrat Daud (A.S)

According to Islamic belief, Zaboor (the Psalms) was the holy scripture revealed by Allah to Prophet Daud (David).

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Seerah

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Q 95 Islamic Studies Seerah

Name the first person to whom Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) informed about the first wahi?

A

Hazrat Khadija (R.A)

B

Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A)

C

Hazrat Ali (R.A)

D

Hazrat Zaid bin Harith (R.A)

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Khadija (R.A)

Correct Answer: Hazrat Khadija (R.A)

After receiving the first revelation in the cave of Hira, the Prophet (PBUH) immediately went home and confided in his wife, Hazrat Khadija (R.A).

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Topic Section

Islamic History

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Q 96 Islamic Studies Islamic History

The total number of Ghazwas are:

A

27

B

29

C

31

D

25

View answer & explanation Ans: 27

Correct Answer: 27

A Ghazwa is a battle in which the Holy Prophet (PBUH) personally participated. There were 27 Ghazwat in total.

Q 98 Islamic Studies Islamic History

What caused Hazrat Usman's (R.A) death?

A

He was martyred by rebels

B

He died of old age

C

He fell in a battle

D

He died of an illness

View answer & explanation Ans: He was martyred by rebels

Correct Answer: He was martyred by rebels

Hazrat Usman (R.A), the third Caliph, was tragically assassinated by a group of rebels who besieged his house in Medina in 656 CE.

Q 99 Islamic Studies Islamic History

The date of Hazrat Ali's (R.A) Shahadat is:

A

21 Ramzan 40 A.H.

B

19 Ramzan 40 A.H.

C

20 Ramzan 41 A.H.

D

10 Muharram 61 A.H.

View answer & explanation Ans: 21 Ramzan 40 A.H.

Correct Answer: 21 Ramzan 40 A.H.

Hazrat Ali (R.A) was struck with a poisoned sword on the 19th of Ramadan and embraced martyrdom on the 21st of Ramadan, 40 A.H.

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Prophets

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Q 97 Islamic Studies Prophets

Which Prophet is also known by the title Khaleel-Ullah?

A

Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)

B

Hazrat Musa (A.S)

C

Hazrat Isa (A.S)

D

Hazrat Nuh (A.S)

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)

Correct Answer: Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S)

Prophet Ibrahim (A.S) was bestowed the title 'Khaleel-Ullah', which means 'The Friend of Allah'.

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Islamic Law

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Q 100 Islamic Studies Islamic Law

Which is the third source of Islamic Jurisprudence?

A

Ijma

B

Quran

C

Sunnah

D

Qiyas

View answer & explanation Ans: Ijma

Correct Answer: Ijma

The four primary sources of Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh) in order are the Quran, Sunnah/Hadith, Ijma (consensus), and Qiyas (analogy).

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