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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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World Politics

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Q 1 General Knowledge World Politics

Mamta Banerjee is associated with which of the following political parties?

A

Communist Party of India (Marxist)

B

Bahujan Samaj Party

C

All India Trinamool Congress

D

Bharatiya Janata Party

View answer & explanation Ans: All India Trinamool Congress

Correct Answer: All India Trinamool Congress

Mamta Banerjee is the founder and current Chief Minister of West Bengal, leading the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC).

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World Landmarks

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Q 4 General Knowledge World Landmarks

The Eiffel Tower is located in which country?

A

Canada

B

Italy

C

Poland

D

France

View answer & explanation Ans: France

Correct Answer: France

The Eiffel Tower is a globally recognized architectural landmark situated in Paris, France.

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World Geography

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Q 5 General Knowledge World Geography

Which city is built on 118 islands?

A

Rome

B

Venice

C

Turin

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Venice

Correct Answer: Venice

Venice, Italy, is famous for being built on a group of 118 small islands separated by canals and linked by bridges.

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World Capitals

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Q 6 General Knowledge World Capitals

Which country has more than one capital?

A

South Africa

B

Chile

C

Bolivia

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

South Africa has three capitals, Bolivia has two, and Chile's legislative branch is in Valparaíso while the executive is in Santiago.

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World History

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Q 8 General Knowledge World History

Who was the first president of Tunisia?

A

Kais Saied

B

Habib Bourguiba

C

Zain-ul-Abideen

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Habib Bourguiba

Correct Answer: Habib Bourguiba

Habib Bourguiba served as the first President of Tunisia from 1957 to 1987, leading the country to independence from France.

Q 12 General Knowledge World History

The Civil Rights Movement in the United States was prominently led by:

A

William Patric

B

Martin Luther King Jr.

C

Nelson Mandela

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Martin Luther King Jr.

Correct Answer: Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in the American Civil Rights Movement, advocating for racial equality through nonviolent resistance.

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Political Science

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Q 10 General Knowledge Political Science

Which theory belongs to International Political Economy (IPE)?

A

Interdependence

B

Balance of payment

C

Federation

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Interdependence

Correct Answer: Interdependence

Interdependence theory in IPE suggests that states and their fortunes are inextricably tied together through complex economic networks.

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International Law

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Q 11 General Knowledge International Law

The 'Responsibility to Protect' is an international:

A

Norm

B

Culture

C

Society

D

Group

View answer & explanation Ans: Norm

Correct Answer: Norm

The Responsibility to Protect (R2P) is a global political commitment and norm endorsed by UN member states to prevent genocide and war crimes.

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Regional Literature

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Q 17 General Knowledge Regional Literature

The Punjabi poetic classic "Qissa Saif-ul-Malook" is written by:

A

Fazal Shah

B

Ghulam Rasool

C

Mian Muhammad Bakhsh

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Mian Muhammad Bakhsh

Correct Answer: Mian Muhammad Bakhsh

Mian Muhammad Bakhsh was a Sufi saint and Punjabi poet renowned for his masterpiece "Saif-ul-Malook".

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Islamic History

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Q 26 General Knowledge Islamic History

Name the king who fell down from his horse while playing Polo and died:

A

Iltutmish

B

Qutb-ud-din Aibak

C

Ghiyas-ud-din Balban

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Qutb-ud-din Aibak

Correct Answer: Qutb-ud-din Aibak

Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Mamluk dynasty in Delhi, died in 1210 after a fatal fall from his horse while playing Chaugan (polo).

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Arts & Literature

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Q 32 General Knowledge Arts & Literature

The famous drama "Taleem-e-Balighan" was written by:

A

Khawaja Moin-ud-din

B

Allama Iqbal

C

Mustansar Hussain

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Khawaja Moin-ud-din

Correct Answer: Khawaja Moin-ud-din

"Taleem-e-Balighan" is a classic Pakistani political satire and stage play written by the renowned playwright Khawaja Moin-ud-din in 1956.

Subject 2

Current Affairs

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International Organizations

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Q 2 Current Affairs International Organizations

How many countries are currently members of NATO?

A

28

B

30

C

31

D

32

View answer & explanation Ans: 32

Correct Answer: 32

As of 2024, NATO has 32 member states, with Sweden being the most recent country to join the military alliance.

Q 9 Current Affairs International Organizations

Which country remained in the FATF grey list along with Pakistan in 2022?

A

Myanmar

B

Türkiye

C

UAE

D

Ukraine

View answer & explanation Ans: Myanmar

Correct Answer: Myanmar

Myanmar faced FATF scrutiny and was later moved to the blacklist, while countries like the UAE and Türkiye were on the grey list before being removed.

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Global Health

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Q 3 Current Affairs Global Health

Which country has recorded the second highest COVID-19 death toll in the world?

A

US

B

China

C

France

D

Brazil

View answer & explanation Ans: Brazil

Correct Answer: Brazil

Brazil recorded the second-highest number of deaths globally due to the COVID-19 pandemic, following the United States.

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International Relations

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Q 7 Current Affairs International Relations

The USA added Pakistan and which other country to its Child Soldiers Prevention Act (CSPA) list in July 2021?

A

Afghanistan

B

Congo

C

Somalia

D

Türkiye

View answer & explanation Ans: Türkiye

Correct Answer: Türkiye

In 2021, the US added Türkiye to the CSPA list for its use of child soldiers, marking the first time a NATO ally was included.

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International Law

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Q 22 Current Affairs International Law

The Kulbhushan Jadhav case was pending in which court?

A

International Court of Justice

B

International Court of Human Rights

C

Supreme Court of Pakistan

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: International Court of Justice

Correct Answer: International Court of Justice

Pakistan and India contested the case of convicted spy Kulbhushan Jadhav at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague.

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Armed Forces

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Q 24 Current Affairs Armed Forces

A UN female bravery award was given to a Pakistani female soldier for her services in which country?

A

Congo

B

Lithuania

C

Luxemburg

D

South Sudan

View answer & explanation Ans: Congo

Correct Answer: Congo

Pakistani peacekeeper Major Samia Rehman was awarded for her exceptional performance during the UN mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Q 34 Current Affairs Armed Forces

Who became the first female Lieutenant General of the Pakistan Army?

A

Zakia Jamali

B

Nigar Johar

C

Shahida Malik

D

Original

View answer & explanation Ans: Nigar Johar

Correct Answer: Nigar Johar

In 2020, Nigar Johar became the first and only woman in the history of the Pakistan Army to reach the rank of Lieutenant-General.

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Topic Section

Awards

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Q 36 Current Affairs Awards

Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi received the Nishan-e-Imtiaz in which year?

A

2018

B

2019

C

2020

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 2019

Correct Answer: 2019

Legendary Pakistani folk singer Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi was awarded the Nishan-e-Imtiaz, Pakistan's highest civilian honor, in 2019.

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Demographics

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Q 37 Current Affairs Demographics

According to ECP figures, what percentage of the registered voters in Pakistan are females?

A

40%

B

44%

C

46%

D

55%

View answer & explanation Ans: 46%

Correct Answer: 46%

According to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) data, female voters make up approximately 46% of total registered voters in the country.

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Judiciary

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Q 38 Current Affairs Judiciary

Who is the Current Chief Justice of Pakistan?

A

Umar Ata Bandial

B

Qazi Faiz Issa

C

Asif Saeed Khan Khosa

D

Yahya Afridi

View answer & explanation Ans: Yahya Afridi

Correct Answer: Yahya Afridi

Justice Yahya Afridi took oath as the 30th Chief Justice of Pakistan on October 26, 2024.

Subject 3

Pakistan Studies

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Topic Section

Mughal Empire

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Q 13 Pakistan Studies Mughal Empire

Which famous Mughal King was also a prominent Urdu poet?

A

Bahadur Shah Zafar

B

Akbar

C

Jahangir

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Bahadur Shah Zafar

Correct Answer: Bahadur Shah Zafar

Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal emperor, was an accomplished Urdu poet who wrote under the pen name 'Zafar'.

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Topic Section

Pre Partition History

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Q 14 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

Why was the Simon Commission sent to India?

A

To look into the Indian constitutional matter and suggest reform

B

To choose members of Indian Council

C

To settle disputes between the government and the Congress leaders

D

To set up a government organization

View answer & explanation Ans: To look into the Indian constitutional matter and suggest reform

Correct Answer: To look into the Indian constitutional matter and suggest reform

The Simon Commission was dispatched by the British government in 1928 to study constitutional reforms in British India.

Q 15 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

When was Anjuman-e-Himayat-e-Islam founded?

A

1881

B

1882

C

1883

D

1884

View answer & explanation Ans: 1884

Correct Answer: 1884

Anjuman-e-Himayat-e-Islam was founded in Lahore on 24 September 1884 to promote Islamic education and counter missionary activities.

Q 18 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The Indian National Congress was formed in the year:

A

1883

B

1884

C

1885

D

1886

View answer & explanation Ans: 1885

Correct Answer: 1885

The Indian National Congress was founded in December 1885 by Allan Octavian Hume and played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement.

Q 20 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

In which city was the All India Muslim League founded?

A

Dhaka

B

Delhi

C

Lahore

D

Allahabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Dhaka

Correct Answer: Dhaka

The All India Muslim League was established on 30 December 1906 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, to safeguard the political rights of Muslims in India.

Q 27 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

Who gave a fourteen-point program other than Quaid-e-Azam?

A

Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar

B

Allama Inayat Ullah Mashraqi

C

Allama Iqbal

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Allama Inayat Ullah Mashraqi

Correct Answer: Allama Inayat Ullah Mashraqi

Allama Mashraqi, the founder of the Khaksar movement, also outlined a 14-point manifesto focusing on social discipline and Muslim unity.

Q 30 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar was buried in which of the following cities?

A

Delhi

B

Bombay

C

Palestine

D

Lahore

View answer & explanation Ans: Palestine

Correct Answer: Palestine

As per his final wish to not be buried in a subjugated country, he was buried within the precinct of Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, Palestine.

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Books & Authors

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Q 16 Pakistan Studies Books & Authors

Who is the author of the book "Modern Muslim India and the Birth of Pakistan"?

A

S.M Ikram

B

Abul Kalam Azad

C

Ayesha Jalal

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: S.M Ikram

Correct Answer: S.M Ikram

S.M. Ikram, a Pakistani historian, authored this comprehensive book detailing the historical progression leading to Pakistan's creation.

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Post Partition History

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Q 19 Pakistan Studies Post Partition History

The Indus Water Treaty was mediated by:

A

World Bank

B

IMF

C

UNSC

D

WHO

View answer & explanation Ans: World Bank

Correct Answer: World Bank

The Indus Water Treaty, signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, was brokered by the World Bank to resolve water-sharing disputes.

Q 33 Pakistan Studies Post Partition History

The first governor of West Punjab was:

A

Akhtar Hussain

B

Sir Francis Mudie

C

Sardar Abdur Rab Nishtar

D

Muhammad Sharif Khan

View answer & explanation Ans: Sir Francis Mudie

Correct Answer: Sir Francis Mudie

Sir Francis Mudie served as the first Governor of West Punjab in Pakistan after the partition of the subcontinent in 1947.

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Topic Section

Geography Of Pakistan

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Q 21 Pakistan Studies Geography Of Pakistan

Rani Kot Fort is located in which province?

A

Punjab

B

Sindh

C

KPK

D

Balochistan

View answer & explanation Ans: Sindh

Correct Answer: Sindh

Known as the Great Wall of Sindh, Ranikot Fort is a massive historical fort near Sann in the Jamshoro District of Sindh, Pakistan.

Q 23 Pakistan Studies Geography Of Pakistan

Which area in Pakistan has the biggest deposits of iron ore?

A

Koh Sulaiman

B

Chitral

C

Kalabagh

D

Swat

View answer & explanation Ans: Kalabagh

Correct Answer: Kalabagh

Kalabagh, located in the Mianwali District of Punjab, contains some of the largest iron ore deposits in Pakistan.

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Economy

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Q 25 Pakistan Studies Economy

When was the National Bank of Pakistan established?

A

1947

B

1948

C

1949

D

1950

View answer & explanation Ans: 1949

Correct Answer: 1949

The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) was established in November 1949 under the National Bank of Pakistan Ordinance.

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Historical Landmarks

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Q 29 Pakistan Studies Historical Landmarks

The Noor Mahal is located in:

A

Bahawalpur

B

Multan

C

Khairpur

D

Sukkur

View answer & explanation Ans: Bahawalpur

Correct Answer: Bahawalpur

Noor Mahal is an Italian chateau-style palace built in 1872 in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, belonging to the Nawabs of the Bahawalpur princely state.

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Topic Section

National Heroes

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Q 31 Pakistan Studies National Heroes

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was born in:

A

1860

B

1866

C

1876

D

1878

View answer & explanation Ans: 1876

Correct Answer: 1876

Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, was born on December 25, 1876, in Karachi.

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Political History

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Q 35 Pakistan Studies Political History

The first general elections in Pakistan were held in:

A

1950

B

1960

C

1970

D

1980

View answer & explanation Ans: 1970

Correct Answer: 1970

The first direct general elections in Pakistan's history were held on December 7, 1970, to elect members of the National Assembly.

Subject 4

Geography

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Rivers & Dams

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Q 28 Geography Rivers & Dams

Baglihar Dam is constructed on which river?

A

Chenab

B

Sutlej

C

Indus

D

Ravi

View answer & explanation Ans: Chenab

Correct Answer: Chenab

Baglihar Dam is a run-of-the-river power project on the Chenab River in the Doda district of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir.

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World Geography

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Q 39 Geography World Geography

Which continent has no desert?

A

Europe

B

America

C

Australia

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Europe

Correct Answer: Europe

Europe is the only continent on Earth without a major desert, primarily due to its distinct atmospheric circulation and geography.

Q 40 Geography World Geography

The Arctic Ocean is located at which part of the world?

A

East

B

West

C

North

D

South

View answer & explanation Ans: North

Correct Answer: North

The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world's five major oceans, located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere around the North Pole.

Subject 5

Everyday Science

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Human Biology

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Q 41 Everyday Science Human Biology

The amount of blood pumped by the heart during each heartbeat is called:

A

Tidal volume

B

Stroke volume

C

Pulse

D

Cardiac output

View answer & explanation Ans: Stroke volume

Correct Answer: Stroke volume

Stroke volume is the volume of blood pumped from the left ventricle per beat, critical for assessing cardiac function.

Q 45 Everyday Science Human Biology

The percentage of water in human blood plasma is:

A

40%

B

45%

C

70%

D

90%

View answer & explanation Ans: 90%

Correct Answer: 90%

Blood plasma is the yellowish liquid component of blood that holds the blood cells, consisting of about 90% to 92% water.

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Botany

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Q 42 Everyday Science Botany

A tomato is a type of:

A

Fruit

B

Vegetable

C

Leave

D

Stem

View answer & explanation Ans: Fruit

Correct Answer: Fruit

Botanically, a tomato is classified as a fruit—specifically a berry—because it develops from the ovary of a flower and contains seeds.

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Diseases

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Q 43 Everyday Science Diseases

The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus first identified in the forest of:

A

Nigeria

B

Angola

C

Uganda

D

Zimbabwe

View answer & explanation Ans: Uganda

Correct Answer: Uganda

The Zika virus was first discovered in 1947 in a rhesus macaque monkey in the Zika Forest of Uganda.

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Oceanography

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Q 44 Everyday Science Oceanography

The salinity of seawater is determined by the amount of common salt (Sodium Chloride) in what amount of seawater?

A

1 gram

B

100 grams

C

1000 grams

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1000 grams

Correct Answer: 1000 grams

Salinity is typically expressed in parts per thousand (ppt), meaning the grams of salt dissolved in 1,000 grams (1 kg) of seawater.

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Topic Section

Zoology

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Q 46 Everyday Science Zoology

Which of the following animals does NOT have a vertebral column (backbone)?

A

Whale

B

Shark

C

Star Fish

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Star Fish

Correct Answer: Star Fish

A starfish is a marine invertebrate belonging to the phylum Echinodermata, meaning it lacks a backbone entirely.

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Astronomy

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Q 47 Everyday Science Astronomy

The unit used to measure the distance between a star and a planet is:

A

Meter

B

Light year

C

Kilometer

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Light year

Correct Answer: Light year

A light-year is a unit of length used to express astronomical distances, representing the distance light travels in a vacuum in one Earth year.

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Chemistry

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Q 48 Everyday Science Chemistry

Baking soda is a common name for:

A

Sodium Carbonate

B

Sodium Bicarbonate

C

Potassium Carbonate

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Sodium Bicarbonate

Correct Answer: Sodium Bicarbonate

Baking soda is the chemical compound sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3), widely used as a leavening agent in baking.

Subject 6

Computer Science

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MS Excel Shortcuts

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Q 49 Computer Science MS Excel Shortcuts

The shortcut key to insert a new worksheet in MS Excel is:

A

Shift + F8

B

Shift + F9

C

Shift + F10

D

Shift + F11

View answer & explanation Ans: Shift + F11

Correct Answer: Shift + F11

In Microsoft Excel, pressing Shift + F11 is a quick keyboard shortcut to instantly insert a new, blank worksheet into the current workbook.

Q 53 Computer Science MS Excel Shortcuts

Which of these keyboard shortcuts is used in MS Excel to insert the current time in a workbook?

A

Ctrl+Shift+;

B

Ctrl+Shift+:

C

Ctrl+Shift+'

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+Shift+:

Correct Answer: Ctrl+Shift+:

In Excel, pressing Ctrl+Shift+: (colon) inserts the current system time, while Ctrl+; (semicolon) inserts the current date.

Q 68 Computer Science MS Excel Shortcuts

Which key is used for creating a chart in MS Word or MS Excel?

A

F11

B

F9

C

F7

D

F4

View answer & explanation Ans: F11

Correct Answer: F11

Highlighting a data range and pressing F11 instantly generates a default chart on a new chart sheet in Microsoft Excel.

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Computer Architecture

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Q 50 Computer Science Computer Architecture

In the latest generation of computers, instructions are executed:

A

Parallel only

B

Sequential only

C

Both Parallel and Sequential

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both Parallel and Sequential

Correct Answer: Both Parallel and Sequential

Modern multi-core processors can execute multiple instructions concurrently (parallel execution) as well as sequentially.

Q 71 Computer Science Computer Architecture

Which of the following components has input, output, and storage capabilities?

A

Software

B

Hardware

C

Firmware

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hardware

Correct Answer: Hardware

Computer hardware encompasses all physical components, including input devices (keyboards), output devices (monitors), and storage media (hard drives).

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MS Excel

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Q 51 Computer Science MS Excel

Which character is used before a fraction in MS Excel so it isn't read as a date?

A

@

B

Space

C

#

D

*

View answer & explanation Ans: Space

Correct Answer: Space

Entering a zero followed by a space before a fraction (e.g., 0 1/2) forces Excel to format the cell as a fraction rather than an automatic date.

Q 56 Computer Science MS Excel

Which of the following can you paste selectively using the Paste Special command in MS Excel?

A

Validation

B

Formats

C

Formulas

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

The Paste Special feature in Excel allows users to isolate specific cell attributes like formulas, formats, and data validation rules when pasting.

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Databases

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Q 52 Computer Science Databases

A collection of related tables is called a:

A

Row

B

Record

C

Database

D

File

View answer & explanation Ans: Database

Correct Answer: Database

In a relational database management system, a database consists of one or more logically related tables that store structured data.

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Networking

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Q 54 Computer Science Networking

Gmail and Yahoo Mail are examples of an:

A

Client server

B

Email server

C

Web server

D

Mirani dam

View answer & explanation Ans: Email server

Correct Answer: Email server

Gmail and Yahoo act as email servers, handling the delivery, receiving, and storage of electronic mail over the internet.

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MS Word Shortcuts

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Q 55 Computer Science MS Word Shortcuts

Which key is used to move one screen down in MS Word?

A

Page Down Key

B

Ctrl+ Page Down Key

C

Shift+ Page Down key

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Page Down Key

Correct Answer: Page Down Key

The Page Down key allows users to quickly scroll one full screen length downward in documents or web pages.

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Software Applications

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Q 57 Computer Science Software Applications

A word processor would most likely be used to do what?

A

keep an account of money spent

B

do a computer search in media center

C

maintain an inventory

D

type a biography

View answer & explanation Ans: type a biography

Correct Answer: type a biography

Word processors like MS Word are designed primarily for text-based document creation, formatting, and editing, such as typing a biography.

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Hardware

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Q 58 Computer Science Hardware

An optical disk is an electronic data storage medium that can be written to and read from using a:

A

high-powered laser

B

low-powered laser

C

medium-powered laser

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: low-powered laser

Correct Answer: low-powered laser

Optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs, use low-power laser beams to read data encoded in microscopic pits on the disc's surface.

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MS Access

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Q 59 Computer Science MS Access

Which of the following is NOT a valid Data Type in MS Access?

A

Memo

B

Picture

C

Currency

D

Auto Number

View answer & explanation Ans: Picture

Correct Answer: Picture

MS Access uses the 'OLE Object' or 'Attachment' data type for storing images, rather than a data type explicitly named 'Picture'.

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General Software

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Q 60 Computer Science General Software

To restore the last action, we use which option:

A

Undo

B

Redo

C

Refresh

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Undo

Correct Answer: Undo

The 'Undo' command, often mapped to Ctrl+Z, allows a user to reverse the most recent action or series of actions in an application.

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Word Processing

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Q 61 Computer Science Word Processing

A character that is raised and smaller above the baseline is known as:

A

Raised

B

Outlined

C

Subscript

D

Superscript

View answer & explanation Ans: Superscript

Correct Answer: Superscript

Superscript is a text formatting style where characters are printed slightly higher and smaller than regular text, often used in math exponents.

Q 64 Computer Science Word Processing

A feature that automatically corrects common spelling errors is called:

A

Auto Correct

B

Auto text

C

Smart Tags

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Auto Correct

Correct Answer: Auto Correct

AutoCorrect is a software function found in word processors and messaging apps that automatically replaces misspelled words with correct ones.

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Topic Section

MS Excel Formulas

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Q 62 Computer Science MS Excel Formulas

The COUNT function in MS Excel is used to find which type of cells?

A

Numeric

B

Non empty cells

C

Alphanumeric

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Numeric

Correct Answer: Numeric

The COUNT function in Excel specifically tallies the number of cells in a range that contain numeric values.

Q 65 Computer Science MS Excel Formulas

In MS Excel, what is a function inside another function called?

A

Nested

B

Round

C

Switch

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Nested

Correct Answer: Nested

Using one function as an argument inside another is called nesting, allowing for complex, multi-step calculations in a single formula.

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Computing Basics

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Q 63 Computer Science Computing Basics

The processed output given by a computer is also called:

A

Data

B

Instruction

C

Information

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Information

Correct Answer: Information

While computers intake raw 'data', they process, organize, and structure it to produce meaningful 'information'.

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Web Basics

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Q 66 Computer Science Web Basics

Hyperlinks can be applied to:

A

Text

B

Pictures

C

Drawing object

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

In web design and word processing, hyperlinks can be embedded into text, images, and other graphical drawing objects to redirect users.

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Operating Systems

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Q 67 Computer Science Operating Systems

Which of the following does not belong to queues for processes in an operating system?

A

Job queue

B

Pcb queue

C

Device queue

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Pcb queue

Correct Answer: Pcb queue

Operating systems use Job queues, Ready queues, and Device queues, but a PCB (Process Control Block) is a data structure, not a queue itself.

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File Management

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Q 69 Computer Science File Management

You can organize files by storing them in a:

A

Folder

B

Archive

C

Index

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Folder

Correct Answer: Folder

In computing, a folder (or directory) is used as a virtual container to organize and store related computer files.

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Data Representation

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Q 70 Computer Science Data Representation

A sequence of four bits is called a:

A

Byte

B

Nibble

C

Mega Byte

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Nibble

Correct Answer: Nibble

In computing terminology, a nibble is a four-bit aggregation, which is exactly half of an eight-bit byte.

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System Maintenance

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Q 72 Computer Science System Maintenance

What should be done after fixing a problem, installing a new application, or changing system configurations?

A

Hibernate

B

Restart

C

Shutdown

D

Sleep

View answer & explanation Ans: Restart

Correct Answer: Restart

Restarting the computer clears the RAM and ensures that any new registry changes or deep system configurations are properly loaded.

Subject 7

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Ratios & Proportions

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Q 73 Mathematics Ratios & Proportions

What is the smallest ratio of 0.35/0.65?

A

5/13

B

7/13

C

9/13

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 7/13

Correct Answer: 7/13

Multiplying both numerator and denominator by 100 gives 35/65. Dividing both by their greatest common divisor (5) yields the simplest ratio, 7/13.

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Logarithms

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Q 74 Mathematics Logarithms

What is the value of Log10 (0.0001)?

A

4

B

-4

C

8

D

-8

View answer & explanation Ans: -4

Correct Answer: -4

Since 0.0001 can be written as 10 to the power of -4, the base-10 logarithm of 0.0001 is -4.

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Trigonometry

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Q 75 Mathematics Trigonometry

The angle of depression of a car, standing on the ground, from the top of a 75 m high tower is 30°. The distance of the car from the base of the tower (in m) is:

A

2513

B

50√3

C

75√3

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 75√3

Correct Answer: 75√3

Using trigonometry, tan(30°) = Height / Distance. So, 1/√3 = 75 / Distance, making the Distance equal to 75√3 meters.

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Algebra

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Q 76 Mathematics Algebra

If A is equal to (√5+1)/(√5-1) and B is equal to (√5-1)/(√5+1), then A+B is:

A

3

B

2

C

4

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 3

Correct Answer: 3

Rationalizing the denominators and adding the two algebraic expressions yields a simplified sum of 3.

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Work & Time

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Q 77 Mathematics Work & Time

If 35 labourers dig 805 cubic meters of earth in 5 hrs, how much earth will 30 labourers dig in 6 hrs?

A

728 cubic meters

B

828 cubic meters

C

928 cubic meters

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 828 cubic meters

Correct Answer: 828 cubic meters

The work rate is 805 / (35 * 5) = 4.6 cubic meters per laborer per hour. Thus, 30 laborers in 6 hours will dig 30 * 6 * 4.6 = 828 cubic meters.

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Combinatorics

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Q 78 Mathematics Combinatorics

There are 6 candidates and a voter has to vote for any two of them. The required number of ways is:

A

5

B

10

C

15

D

20

View answer & explanation Ans: 15

Correct Answer: 15

Using the combinations formula C(n, k) = n! / (k!(n-k)!), choosing 2 candidates out of 6 gives 6! / (2! * 4!) = 15.

Q 79 Mathematics Combinatorics

Three gentlemen and three ladies are candidates for two vacancies. In how many ways can a voter cast his vote for two candidates?

A

9

B

30

C

36

D

15

View answer & explanation Ans: 15

Correct Answer: 15

With a total of 6 candidates for 2 positions, the combinations formula C(6, 2) results in 15 possible combinations.

Subject 8

English

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Topic Section

Idioms & Phrases

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Q 80 English Idioms & Phrases

The idiom 'Neck and Neck' means:

A

Equally

B

Close together

C

Compete

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Close together

Correct Answer: Close together

The idiom 'neck and neck' comes from horse racing and means that competitors are perfectly level or too close to call.

Q 81 English Idioms & Phrases

The idiom 'Pull your socks up' means:

A

To get ready

B

To start

C

To finish

D

To improve

View answer & explanation Ans: To improve

Correct Answer: To improve

This idiom means to make an effort to improve one's performance, behavior, or standard of work.

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Active/Passive Voice

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Q 82 English Active/Passive Voice

Select the correct active form: "The strike has been called off by the workers."

A

The workers have called off the strike.

B

The workers are calling off the strike.

C

The strike has called off the workers.

D

The workers had called off the strike.

View answer & explanation Ans: The workers have called off the strike.

Correct Answer: The workers have called off the strike.

To convert from passive to active voice, the subject (the workers) must directly perform the action (have called off) on the object (the strike).

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Prepositions

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Q 83 English Prepositions

We don't rely ___ our enemies.

A

to

B

on

C

of

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: on

Correct Answer: on

The verb 'rely' is standardly followed by the preposition 'on' or 'upon' to indicate dependence or trust.

Q 87 English Prepositions

The books are ___ the table.

A

in

B

on

C

57

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: on

Correct Answer: on

The preposition 'on' correctly indicates that the books are supported by the physical surface of the table.

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Parts Of Speech

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Q 84 English Parts Of Speech

Obedience is an ___ noun.

A

common

B

proper

C

abstract

D

collective

View answer & explanation Ans: abstract

Correct Answer: abstract

Abstract nouns represent concepts, qualities, or states of being (like obedience) that cannot be physically touched or seen.

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Direct/Indirect Speech

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Q 85 English Direct/Indirect Speech

Select the correct indirect speech: The policeman said, "Don't cross the speed limit."

A

The policeman said not to cross the speed limit.

B

The policeman asked if I would cross the speed limit.

C

The policeman forbade me to cross the speed limit.

D

The policeman asks if I had crossed the speed limit.

View answer & explanation Ans: The policeman forbade me to cross the speed limit.

Correct Answer: The policeman forbade me to cross the speed limit.

When changing an imperative sentence with a negative command into indirect speech, 'said' becomes 'forbade' and the negative 'not' is dropped.

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Analogies

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Q 86 English Analogies

Analogies: ___ : Gloves :: Feet : Socks

A

Hands

B

Shorts

C

Caps

D

15

View answer & explanation Ans: Hands

Correct Answer: Hands

This is an analogy: gloves are garments worn to cover the hands, just as socks are worn to cover the feet.

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Phrasal Verbs

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Q 88 English Phrasal Verbs

He has given ___ smoking.

A

in

B

away

C

up

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: up

Correct Answer: up

The phrasal verb 'give up' means to stop doing something, especially a habitual action or addiction like smoking.

Subject 9

Urdu

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Topic Section

Grammar & Vocabulary

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Q 89 Urdu Grammar & Vocabulary

درست فقرہ بتائیں۔

A

بو کے مریں گے تو ڈاکہ ہی ڈالیں گے

B

بھوکے مریں گے تو ڈاکہ ہی ڈالیں گے

C

بو کے مریں گے تو ڈا کے ہی ڈالیں گے

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: بھوکے مریں گے تو ڈاکہ ہی ڈالیں گے

Correct Answer: بھوکے مریں گے تو ڈاکہ ہی ڈالیں گے

This correctly structures the Urdu idiom implying that extreme poverty or starvation drives people to desperate acts like robbery.

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Urdu Literature

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Q 90 Urdu Urdu Literature

احمد ندیم قاسمی کا افسانہ کونسا ہے ؟

A

الحمد للہ

B

بہروپیا

C

کتبہ

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: الحمد للہ

Correct Answer: الحمد للہ

"Alhamdulillah" is a critically acclaimed short story written by the renowned Urdu writer Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi.

Q 91 Urdu Urdu Literature

اردو کی مشہور نظم آدمی نامہ کس کی ہے؟

A

مولوی عبد الحق

B

نظیر اکبر آبادی

C

مرزا اسد اللہ غالب

D

احمد ندیم قاسمی

View answer & explanation Ans: نظیر اکبر آبادی

Correct Answer: نظیر اکبر آبادی

"Aadmi Nama" (The Book of Man) is a masterpiece by Nazeer Akbarabadi, highlighting the diverse shades of human nature and society.

Q 92 Urdu Urdu Literature

غبار خاطر صنف کے اعتبار سے ہے ؟

A

خطوط کا مجموعہ

B

خاکہ

C

سوانح نگاری

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: خطوط کا مجموعہ

Correct Answer: خطوط کا مجموعہ

Ghubar-e-Khatir is a celebrated collection of letters written by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad during his imprisonment in the Ahmednagar Fort.

Q 93 Urdu Urdu Literature

شاعری کے علاوہ مرزا غالب مشہور تھے؟

A

خطوط میں

B

آپ بیتی میں

C

ڈرامہ میں

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: خطوط میں

Correct Answer: خطوط میں

Besides his legendary poetry, Mirza Ghalib revolutionized Urdu prose with his informal, conversational style of letter writing (Maktoob Nigari).

Q 94 Urdu Urdu Literature

فیض احمد فیض کے وہ کونسے دوست تھے جو پنجابی زبان کے شاعر تھے؟

A

استاد دامن

B

احمد ندیم قاسمی

C

پطرس بخاری

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: استاد دامن

Correct Answer: استاد دامن

Ustad Daman was a legendary Punjabi poet and a close, lifelong friend of the prominent Urdu poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz.

Subject 10

Islamic Studies

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Topic Section

Prophets History

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Q 95 Islamic Studies Prophets History

Which Prophet is called Naji-Ullah?

A

Hazrat Yahya AS

B

Hazrat Nooh AS

C

Hazrat Idrees AS

D

Hazrat Moosa AS

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Nooh AS

Correct Answer: Hazrat Nooh AS

Prophet Nuh (Noah) is honored with the title 'Najiullah', meaning the Savior of Allah or the one saved by Allah from the great flood.

Q 100 Islamic Studies Prophets History

Name the son of Hazrat Ismail (AS) who stayed in Hijaz:

A

Qeydaar

B

Azabil

C

Manshi

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Qeydaar

Correct Answer: Qeydaar

Qedar (Qeydaar) was the second son of Prophet Ishmael (AS), and he became a prominent ancestor of the Adnanite Arabs in the Hijaz region.

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Topic Section

Seerat Un Nabi

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Q 96 Islamic Studies Seerat Un Nabi

Which wife of the Holy Prophet (SAW) was a great scholar?

A

Hazrat Khadija RA

B

Hazrat Ayesha RA

C

Hazrat Ume Salma RA

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Ayesha RA

Correct Answer: Hazrat Ayesha RA

Hazrat Aisha (RA) was renowned for her profound intellect, exceptional memory, and immense contributions to Islamic jurisprudence and Hadith.

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Islamic Literature

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Q 97 Islamic Studies Islamic Literature

Which book is a collection of sermons and letters by Hazrat Ali (RA)?

A

Nahjul Balagha

B

Kashf al-Mahjub

C

Hujjatullah-il-Baligha

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Nahjul Balagha

Correct Answer: Nahjul Balagha

Nahjul Balagha (The Peak of Eloquence) is the most famous collection of sermons, letters, and narrations attributed to Caliph Ali (RA).

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Topic Section

Khulafa E Rashideen

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Q 98 Islamic Studies Khulafa E Rashideen

Zunnurain is the title of:

A

Hazrat Abu Bakar RA

B

Hazrat Umar RA

C

Hazrat Usman RA

D

Hazrat Ali RA

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Usman RA

Correct Answer: Hazrat Usman RA

Hazrat Uthman (RA) was called 'Zun-Nurain' (Possessor of Two Lights) because he married two daughters of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

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Islamic History

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Q 99 Islamic Studies Islamic History

The first Jumma offered by Muslims was in which region?

A

Makkah

B

Taif

C

Madina

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Madina

Correct Answer: Madina

The first Friday congregation (Jumu'ah) prayer was established and led by the Prophet (SAW) in the Ranuna valley shortly after migrating to Madina.

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