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PPSC Junior Clerk (BS-11) Past Paper 2023 Solved Solved MCQs

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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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International Organizations

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Q 1 General Knowledge International Organizations

Economic Cooperation Organization was established in:

A

1982

B

1983

C

1984

D

1985

View answer & explanation Ans: 1985

Correct Answer: 1985

The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is an Asian political and economic intergovernmental organization founded in 1985 by Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey.

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Topic Section

Nobel Laureates

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Q 2 General Knowledge Nobel Laureates

Aung San Suu Kyi won the Nobel Prize for Peace in:

A

1990

B

1991

C

1992

D

1993

View answer & explanation Ans: 1991

Correct Answer: 1991

Aung San Suu Kyi was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991 for her non-violent struggle for democracy and human rights in Myanmar.

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Global Politics

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Q 3 General Knowledge Global Politics

When was Hezbollah founded?

A

1978

B

1980

C

1982

D

1984

View answer & explanation Ans: 1982

Correct Answer: 1982

Hezbollah, a Shiite Islamist political and militant group based in Lebanon, was founded in 1982 during the Lebanese Civil War.

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Headquarters

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Q 4 General Knowledge Headquarters

The Headquarters of the International Monetary Fund is in:

A

Cape Town

B

Berlin

C

Geneva

D

Washington D.C.

View answer & explanation Ans: Washington D.C.

Correct Answer: Washington D.C.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is headquartered in Washington D.C., United States.

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Famous Landmarks

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Q 7 General Knowledge Famous Landmarks

Big Ben is a clock on which country's parliament?

A

Spain

B

UK

C

Germany

D

Luxemburg

View answer & explanation Ans: UK

Correct Answer: UK

Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the striking clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, UK.

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Arts And Culture

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Q 8 General Knowledge Arts And Culture

Jazz is the name of:

A

Power

B

Music

C

Windmill

D

Wind

View answer & explanation Ans: Music

Correct Answer: Music

Jazz is a music genre that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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World History

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Q 9 General Knowledge World History

Chechnya declared its independence in 1991 from:

A

Bosnia

B

Hungary

C

USSR

D

Greece

View answer & explanation Ans: USSR

Correct Answer: USSR

Chechnya declared its independence from the Soviet Union (USSR) in 1991, leading to a series of conflicts with the Russian Federation.

Q 10 General Knowledge World History

Pompeii is a historic town of:

A

Italy

B

Brazil

C

Russia

D

Argentina

View answer & explanation Ans: Italy

Correct Answer: Italy

Pompeii was an ancient city in Italy, famously buried under volcanic ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

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Intelligence Agencies

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Q 11 General Knowledge Intelligence Agencies

The secret agency of Israel is:

A

MI6

B

Mossad

C

CIA

D

GIA

View answer & explanation Ans: Mossad

Correct Answer: Mossad

Mossad is the national intelligence agency of Israel, responsible for intelligence collection, covert operations, and counter-terrorism.

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World Leaders

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Q 12 General Knowledge World Leaders

Fidel Castro belonged to which country?

A

Argentina

B

Cuba

C

Italy

D

Russia

View answer & explanation Ans: Cuba

Correct Answer: Cuba

Fidel Castro was a Cuban revolutionary and politician who served as the leader of Cuba from 1959 to 2008.

Subject 2

Current Affairs

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World Affairs

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Q 5 Current Affairs World Affairs

Afghan Taliban opened an office in Qatar in which year?

A

2011

B

2012

C

2013

D

2014

View answer & explanation Ans: 2013

Correct Answer: 2013

The Afghan Taliban opened a political office in Doha, Qatar, in June 2013 to facilitate peace talks.

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Awards And Honors

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Q 26 Current Affairs Awards And Honors

Name the Pakistani who won 'Young Scientist Award 2021' in Biotechnology:

A

Hassan Saleem

B

Umair Masood

C

Jawad Khan

D

Nouman Khawar

View answer & explanation Ans: Umair Masood

Correct Answer: Umair Masood

Umair Masood, a young Pakistani student, won the Young Scientist Award in Biotechnology at an international conference in 2021.

Subject 3

Geography

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World Geography

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Q 6 Geography World Geography

The most populous continent is:

A

Asia

B

Africa

C

Europe

D

Australia

View answer & explanation Ans: Asia

Correct Answer: Asia

Asia is the most populous continent, containing roughly 60% of the world's population, led by heavily populated countries like India and China.

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Mountain Passes

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Q 33 Geography Mountain Passes

Khunjerab is a:

A

Pass

B

Mountain

C

Lake

D

Museum

View answer & explanation Ans: Pass

Correct Answer: Pass

Khunjerab Pass is a high mountain pass in the Karakoram Mountains on the northern border of Pakistan and China.

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Borders Of Pakistan

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Q 34 Geography Borders Of Pakistan

Which country is located in the north of Pakistan?

A

India

B

Afghanistan

C

China

D

Bangladesh

View answer & explanation Ans: China

Correct Answer: China

The People's Republic of China is located to the north and northeast of Pakistan, sharing a border along the Karakoram range.

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Rivers Of Pakistan

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Q 35 Geography Rivers Of Pakistan

Which is the largest river of Pakistan?

A

Indus

B

Ravi

C

Chenab

D

Jhelum

View answer & explanation Ans: Indus

Correct Answer: Indus

The Indus River is the longest and most important river in Pakistan, running through the entire length of the country.

Subject 4

Pakistan Studies

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Foreign Relations

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Q 13 Pakistan Studies Foreign Relations

Pakistan-China border agreement was signed in:

A

1949

B

1956

C

1963

D

1969

View answer & explanation Ans: 1963

Correct Answer: 1963

The Sino-Pakistan Agreement was signed in 1963, resolving the border disputes between Pakistan and China.

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Topic Section

Pre Partition History

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Q 14 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The Wavell Plan was first presented at the Shimla Conference in:

A

1943

B

1944

C

1945

D

1946

View answer & explanation Ans: 1945

Correct Answer: 1945

The Wavell Plan was proposed by Lord Wavell, the Viceroy of India, during the Shimla Conference convened in 1945.

Q 22 Pakistan Studies Pre Partition History

The British sold Kashmir to Gulab Singh for a sum of:

A

45 Lakhs

B

55 Lakhs

C

65 Lakhs

D

75 Lakhs

View answer & explanation Ans: 75 Lakhs

Correct Answer: 75 Lakhs

Through the Treaty of Amritsar in 1846, the British East India Company sold the region of Kashmir to Gulab Singh for 75 Lakh Nanakshahee Rupees.

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Dams And Rivers

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Q 15 Pakistan Studies Dams And Rivers

The primary purpose of Mirani Dam is:

A

Irrigation purposes

B

Electricity purposes

C

Industry purposes

D

Domestic purposes

View answer & explanation Ans: Irrigation purposes

Correct Answer: Irrigation purposes

Mirani Dam, located on the Dasht River in Balochistan, Pakistan, was built primarily for irrigation purposes and flood control.

Q 18 Pakistan Studies Dams And Rivers

Ghazi Barotha Dam is located on which river?

A

Indus

B

Swat

C

Kabul

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Indus

Correct Answer: Indus

The Ghazi Barotha Hydroelectric project is located on the Indus River in Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Kashmir Issue

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Q 16 Pakistan Studies Kashmir Issue

The Maharaja of Kashmir signed the so-called Instrument of Accession to India on:

A

15 October 1947

B

21 October 1947

C

26 October 1947

D

29 October 1947

View answer & explanation Ans: 26 October 1947

Correct Answer: 26 October 1947

Maharaja Hari Singh of Jammu and Kashmir signed the controversial Instrument of Accession to India on 26 October 1947.

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Topic Section

Geography Of Pakistan

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Q 17 Pakistan Studies Geography Of Pakistan

Which one of the following is the biggest man-made lake found in Pakistan?

A

Manchar Lake

B

Hub Lake

C

Keenjhar Lake

D

Saif-ul-Malook Lake

View answer & explanation Ans: Keenjhar Lake

Correct Answer: Keenjhar Lake

Keenjhar Lake, located in Thatta District of Sindh, is one of the largest man-made freshwater lakes in Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Partition Of India

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Q 19 Pakistan Studies Partition Of India

How many ordnance factories were there in the Subcontinent in 1947?

A

12

B

14

C

16

D

19

View answer & explanation Ans: 16

Correct Answer: 16

At the time of partition in 1947, there were 16 ordnance factories in British India, all of which remained in Indian territory.

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Topic Section

Energy Sector

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Q 20 Pakistan Studies Energy Sector

First Nuclear Power Plant with a generation capacity of 1100 Megawatts is:

A

K-I

B

K-II

C

K-III

D

K-IV

View answer & explanation Ans: K-II

Correct Answer: K-II

The Karachi Nuclear Power Plant Unit-2 (K-II) is a 1100 Megawatt pressurized water reactor inaugurated in Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Indus Water Treaty

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Q 21 Pakistan Studies Indus Water Treaty

Court of Arbitration allowed India to make Kishanganga Hydroelectric project in:

A

July 2013

B

September 2013

C

December 2013

D

January 2014

View answer & explanation Ans: December 2013

Correct Answer: December 2013

The Permanent Court of Arbitration issued its final award on December 20, 2013, regarding the Kishanganga Hydroelectric project under the Indus Waters Treaty.

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Topic Section

Media And Literature

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Q 23 Pakistan Studies Media And Literature

The bestselling English newspaper in Pakistan is:

A

The News

B

Dawn

C

Tribune

D

Business Recorder

View answer & explanation Ans: Dawn

Correct Answer: Dawn

Dawn is widely recognized as the oldest and bestselling English language newspaper in Pakistan, originally founded by Quaid-e-Azam.

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Delhi Sultanate

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Q 24 Pakistan Studies Delhi Sultanate

Who was the founder of the Slave dynasty?

A

Alauddin Khalji

B

Humayun

C

Qutb ud-Din Aibak

D

Aram Shah

View answer & explanation Ans: Qutb ud-Din Aibak

Correct Answer: Qutb ud-Din Aibak

Qutb ud-Din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, founded the Slave Dynasty and became the first Sultan of Delhi in 1206.

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Topic Section

Monuments

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Q 25 Pakistan Studies Monuments

Minar-e-Pakistan is located in which park?

A

Iqbal Park

B

Qasim Park

C

Jinnah Park

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Iqbal Park

Correct Answer: Iqbal Park

Minar-e-Pakistan was constructed in Iqbal Park (formerly Minto Park), the site where the historic Lahore Resolution was passed in 1940.

Q 32 Pakistan Studies Monuments

Badshahi mosque is located in which city?

A

Lahore

B

Peshawar

C

Karachi

D

Faisalabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Lahore

Correct Answer: Lahore

The iconic Badshahi Mosque, built by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1673, is located in Lahore, Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Ancient History

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Q 27 Pakistan Studies Ancient History

Harappa was the center of:

A

Indus Valley Civilization

B

Maya Civilization

C

Hunter Civilization

D

Silicon Valley Civilization

View answer & explanation Ans: Indus Valley Civilization

Correct Answer: Indus Valley Civilization

Harappa was a major urban center and significant site of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, dating back to 3300 BCE.

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Topic Section

Regional Literature

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Q 28 Pakistan Studies Regional Literature

Khushal Khan Khattak was a poet of which language?

A

Urdu

B

Punjabi

C

Pushto

D

Balochi

View answer & explanation Ans: Pushto

Correct Answer: Pushto

Khushal Khan Khattak was a legendary Afghan warrior, scholar, and renowned Pashto poet who lived in the 17th century.

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Topic Section

Economy And Trade

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Q 29 Pakistan Studies Economy And Trade

Which country supported Pakistan in the establishment of Gwadar port?

A

China

B

Iran

C

Saudi Arabia

D

Russia

View answer & explanation Ans: China

Correct Answer: China

China heavily financed and provided technical assistance to Pakistan for the construction and development of the deep-sea Gwadar Port.

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Topic Section

Mughal Empire

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Q 31 Pakistan Studies Mughal Empire

At what age did Akbar become king?

A

11

B

13

C

17

D

19

View answer & explanation Ans: 13

Correct Answer: 13

Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar ascended to the Mughal throne in 1556 at the young age of 13 after the death of his father, Humayun.

Subject 5

Islamic Studies

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Islamic History

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Q 30 Islamic Studies Islamic History

Muhammad bin Qasim attacked India in:

A

706 AD

B

712 AD

C

719 AD

D

723 AD

View answer & explanation Ans: 712 AD

Correct Answer: 712 AD

Muhammad bin Qasim led the Umayyad conquest of Sindh and successfully conquered the region in 712 AD.

Q 93 Islamic Studies Islamic History

ملکہ سباء کا تعلق کس نبی کے دور کا ہے؟

A

حضرت عیسی

B

حضرت داؤد

C

حضرت سلیمان

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: حضرت سلیمان

Correct Answer: حضرت سلیمان

The Queen of Sheba (Malika Saba, Bilqis) lived during the era of Prophet Suleiman (Solomon) and visited him in Jerusalem.

Q 94 Islamic Studies Islamic History

حضرت موسی اپنی قوم کو فرعون سے بچا کر کس وادی میں لے گئے تھے؟

A

وادی جبل

B

وادی سینا

C

وادی طور

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: وادی سینا

Correct Answer: وادی سینا

Prophet Musa led the Israelites out of Egypt away from Pharaoh and wandered with them in the Valley of Sinai.

Q 96 Islamic Studies Islamic History

موسی علیہ السلام کی قوم کا جادو گر جس نے قوم کو بچھڑے کی پوجا پر لگا دیا تھا۔

A

ناصب

B

سامری

C

راہب

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: سامری

Correct Answer: سامری

Samiri (the Samaritan) was the individual who convinced the Israelites to forge and worship the golden calf while Musa was on Mount Sinai.

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Hadith

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Q 87 Islamic Studies Hadith

حسد نیکیوں کو اس طرح کھا جاتا ہے جس طرح آگ کو۔

A

ساز و سامان

B

خشک لکڑی

C

زمین

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: خشک لکڑی

Correct Answer: خشک لکڑی

According to an Islamic Hadith, jealousy (hasad) consumes good deeds just like fire consumes dry wood.

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Topic Section

Pillars Of Islam

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Q 90 Islamic Studies Pillars Of Islam

حج کے لغوی معنی ہیں؟

A

زیارت کا ارادہ کرنا

B

حج کے لئے جانا

C

پتھر کا چومنا

D

طواف کرنا

View answer & explanation Ans: زیارت کا ارادہ کرنا

Correct Answer: زیارت کا ارادہ کرنا

The literal, linguistic meaning of the Arabic word 'Hajj' is to intend a journey or set out for a visit.

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Topic Section

Prophets

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Q 91 Islamic Studies Prophets

سبت اور رفع طور کسی نبی کے واقعات ہیں؟

A

حضرت عیسی

B

حضرت یعقوب

C

حضرت موسی

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: حضرت موسی

Correct Answer: حضرت موسی

The events of the Sabbath (Sabt) and the lifting of Mount Toor are historically associated with Prophet Musa (Moses) and his nation.

Q 95 Islamic Studies Prophets

بنی اسرائیل کے آخری نبی کون تھے؟

A

حضرت عیسی

B

حضرت موسی

C

حضرت خضر

D

حضرت یعقوب

View answer & explanation Ans: حضرت عیسی

Correct Answer: حضرت عیسی

Prophet Isa (Jesus) was the final prophet sent specifically to the Bani Israel (Children of Israel) before the final messenger Muhammad (PBUH).

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Topic Section

Quranic Injunctions

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Q 92 Islamic Studies Quranic Injunctions

مومنین کو کن صورتوں میں میدان جنگ سے پیٹھ پھیرنے کا حکم دیا گیا ہے؟

A

جنگی حکمت عملی کے طور پر

B

لشکر سے ملنے کے لئے

C

دونوں

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: دونوں

Correct Answer: دونوں

According to the Quran (Surah Al-Anfal), retreating is only allowed either as a war strategy or to regroup with another unit.

Subject 6

Everyday Science

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Astronomy

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Q 36 Everyday Science Astronomy

The gravity of the Moon as compared to Earth is:

A

1/2

B

1/4

C

1/6

D

1/8

View answer & explanation Ans: 1/6

Correct Answer: 1/6

The surface gravity of the Moon is approximately one-sixth (1/6) that of the Earth due to its smaller mass.

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Topic Section

Physics

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Q 37 Everyday Science Physics

The fourth state of matter is:

A

Solid

B

Liquid

C

Gas

D

Plasma

View answer & explanation Ans: Plasma

Correct Answer: Plasma

Plasma is recognized as the fourth fundamental state of matter, consisting of a gas of ions and free electrons.

Q 41 Everyday Science Physics

The process by which water escapes from the surface of a liquid is:

A

Condensation

B

Evaporation

C

Sublimation

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Evaporation

Correct Answer: Evaporation

Evaporation is the phase transition from liquid to vapor that occurs strictly at the surface of a liquid.

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Topic Section

Human Biology

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Q 38 Everyday Science Human Biology

Kidney stones are mainly formed by which of the following compounds?

A

Calcium Chloride

B

Calcium Oxalate

C

Calcium Silicate

D

Calcium Oxide

View answer & explanation Ans: Calcium Oxalate

Correct Answer: Calcium Oxalate

The most common type of kidney stone is made of calcium oxalate, a compound formed when calcium binds with oxalate in urine.

Q 44 Everyday Science Human Biology

Organic compounds poured directly into the blood and transported to targeted tissue are:

A

Spleen

B

Pancreas

C

Hormones

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hormones

Correct Answer: Hormones

Hormones are chemical messengers secreted directly into the bloodstream by endocrine glands to regulate physiology and behavior.

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Diseases

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Q 39 Everyday Science Diseases

The virus name of Covid-19 by the World Health Organization is:

A

SARS-CoV-1

B

SARS-CoV-2

C

SARS-CoV-3

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: SARS-CoV-2

Correct Answer: SARS-CoV-2

The International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses officially named the virus responsible for COVID-19 as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).

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Chemistry

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Q 40 Everyday Science Chemistry

Chromatography was discovered by:

A

Robert Brown

B

Mikhail Tsvet

C

Joseph Dalton

D

Ferdinand Von

View answer & explanation Ans: Mikhail Tsvet

Correct Answer: Mikhail Tsvet

Russian botanist Mikhail Tsvet invented chromatography in 1900 while researching plant pigments.

Q 43 Everyday Science Chemistry

Which type of material is used in a lead pencil?

A

Silicon

B

Germanium

C

Graphite

D

Rubber

View answer & explanation Ans: Graphite

Correct Answer: Graphite

The 'lead' inside a modern pencil is actually composed of graphite and clay, completely free of actual lead.

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Biology

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Q 42 Everyday Science Biology

The size of an animal and plant increases by:

A

Meiosis

B

Mitosis

C

Budding

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Mitosis

Correct Answer: Mitosis

Mitosis is the process of cell division responsible for growth, repair, and increasing the overall size of multicellular organisms.

Subject 7

Computer Science

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Abbreviations

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Q 45 Computer Science Abbreviations

CAD stands for:

A

Computer analogue design

B

Computer application design

C

Computer aided design

D

Computer algorithm design

View answer & explanation Ans: Computer aided design

Correct Answer: Computer aided design

Computer Aided Design (CAD) refers to the use of computer software to create, modify, analyze, or optimize technical designs.

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Topic Section

MS PowerPoint

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Q 46 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

In Power Point, the dotted areas in an empty slide are called:

A

Template

B

Theme

C

Layout

D

Placeholders

View answer & explanation Ans: Placeholders

Correct Answer: Placeholders

Placeholders are the dotted boxes built into slide layouts in PowerPoint that can hold text, graphics, or other objects.

Q 47 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

In MS PowerPoint, the 'on mouse click' option can be accessed via:

A

Insert & on mouse click

B

Format & on mouse click

C

Transition & on mouse click

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Transition & on mouse click

Correct Answer: Transition & on mouse click

The 'On Mouse Click' option is found in the Transitions tab to determine how a slide advances during a presentation.

Q 50 Computer Science MS PowerPoint

MS PowerPoint supports which type of files:

A

JPG

B

MP3

C

Video

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

Microsoft PowerPoint supports a wide variety of multimedia files including images (JPG), audio (MP3), and embedded videos.

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MS Excel

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Q 48 Computer Science MS Excel

A valid data type in MS Excel is:

A

Tuple

B

Boolean

C

Dictionary

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Boolean

Correct Answer: Boolean

Boolean (True/False) is a fundamental logical data type supported in MS Excel formulas and conditional formatting.

Q 55 Computer Science MS Excel

Which operator is used to combine text from two cells into one cell?

A

Ampersand

B

Name

C

Space

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ampersand

Correct Answer: Ampersand

In Excel, the ampersand symbol (&) is the text concatenation operator used to merge text strings from multiple cells.

Q 57 Computer Science MS Excel

Two cells are mixed with a:

A

Merge cell

B

Combine cell

C

Unify cell

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Merge cell

Correct Answer: Merge cell

In spreadsheet applications, the 'Merge cell' function is used to join two or more adjacent cells into one large continuous cell.

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Basic Computing

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Q 49 Computer Science Basic Computing

Which of the following can be used to open your account:

A

Sign in

B

Sign out

C

Log in

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Log in

Correct Answer: Log in

To access an existing digital account, a user performs a 'Log in' (or 'Sign in') by providing proper authentication credentials.

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Topic Section

Shortcuts

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Q 51 Computer Science Shortcuts

What is the shortcut key to insert a new slide into the current presentation?

A

Ctrl+N

B

Ctrl+M

C

Ctrl+V

D

Ctrl+U

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+M

Correct Answer: Ctrl+M

Ctrl+M is the standard keyboard shortcut used in Microsoft PowerPoint to insert a brand new slide into an existing presentation.

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Topic Section

Hardware

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Q 52 Computer Science Hardware

The circular device used for storage is:

A

Motherboard

B

Disk

C

RAM

D

ROM

View answer & explanation Ans: Disk

Correct Answer: Disk

A magnetic disk or optical disk is a circular hardware component used to persistently store digital data.

Q 54 Computer Science Hardware

In a CPU, all devices are attached with:

A

Monitor

B

Motherboard

C

Power supply

D

Hard disk

View answer & explanation Ans: Motherboard

Correct Answer: Motherboard

The motherboard is the primary printed circuit board inside a computer that connects and facilitates communication between all hardware components.

Q 59 Computer Science Hardware

Dot-matrix is a type of:

A

Printer

B

Scanner

C

CPU

D

Mouse

View answer & explanation Ans: Printer

Correct Answer: Printer

A dot-matrix printer is an impact printer that produces characters and illustrations by striking pins against an ink ribbon.

Q 60 Computer Science Hardware

Primary storage is ___ as compared to secondary storage.

A

Slow and inexpensive

B

Fast and inexpensive

C

Fast and expensive

D

Slow and expensive

View answer & explanation Ans: Fast and expensive

Correct Answer: Fast and expensive

Primary storage (RAM) provides extremely fast access times for the CPU but is significantly more expensive per gigabyte than secondary storage.

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MS Word

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Q 53 Computer Science MS Word

Border can be applied on:

A

Paragraph

B

Text

C

Cell

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

In MS Office applications, borders can be flexibly applied to entire paragraphs, selected text snippets, or table cells.

Q 58 Computer Science MS Word

The authors or reviewers add annotations as:

A

Header

B

Footer

C

Footnote

D

Comment

View answer & explanation Ans: Comment

Correct Answer: Comment

Reviewers insert annotations or feedback in documents by adding 'Comments', which typically appear in the margins.

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Topic Section

Data Representation

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Q 56 Computer Science Data Representation

How many bytes are in one kilobyte?

A

524

B

1024

C

1224

D

1624

View answer & explanation Ans: 1024

Correct Answer: 1024

In binary computing architecture, one kilobyte (KB) consists of exactly 1024 bytes.

Subject 8

Mathematics

6 MCQs
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Topic Section

Algebra

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Q 61 Mathematics Algebra

If A_{n-3} = 2n - 5, what is the value of A_n?

A

2n+1

B

2n+2

C

2n+3

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 2n+1

Correct Answer: 2n+1

Substitute n with n+3. Thus, A_n = 2(n+3) - 5 = 2n + 6 - 5 = 2n + 1.

Q 63 Mathematics Algebra

The sum of two numbers, one of which is two-thirds of the other, is 45. Find the smaller number.

A

18

B

36

C

54

D

72

View answer & explanation Ans: 18

Correct Answer: 18

Let the number be x. The other is (2/3)x. So, x + (2/3)x = 45 -> (5/3)x = 45 -> x = 27. The smaller number is 2/3 of 27, which is 18.

Q 64 Mathematics Algebra

The numerator of a fraction is 5 less than the denominator. If 1 is added to both the numerator and the denominator, the fraction would become 2/3. Find the fraction.

A

3/14

B

9/14

C

7/31

D

15/31

View answer & explanation Ans: 9/14

Correct Answer: 9/14

Let denominator be x. Numerator is x-5. Eq: (x-5+1)/(x+1) = 2/3 -> 3(x-4) = 2(x+1) -> 3x-12 = 2x+2 -> x=14. Fraction is 9/14.

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Volume And Geometry

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Q 62 Mathematics Volume And Geometry

An open rectangular tank that is 4m long, 2m wide and 4.8m high is initially three-quarters filled with water. Find the depth of water in the tank after 4000 liters of water are added to it.

A

3.1 m

B

4.1 m

C

5.1 m

D

6.1 m

View answer & explanation Ans: 4.1 m

Correct Answer: 4.1 m

Initial volume = 4 x 2 x 4.8 = 38.4 cubic meters. 3/4 filled = 28.8 m3. 4000 liters = 4 m3. Total water = 32.8 m3. Depth = 32.8 / (4 x 2) = 4.1m.

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Time And Work

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Q 65 Mathematics Time And Work

If a car leaves at 21:15 PM on Wednesday and reaches the destination after 5 1/2 hours, find the time when it reached its destination.

A

2:45 AM on Thursday

B

3:00 AM on Thursday

C

3:15 AM on Thursday

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 2:45 AM on Thursday

Correct Answer: 2:45 AM on Thursday

21:15 is 9:15 PM. Adding 5.5 hours (5 hours 30 mins) to 9:15 PM yields 2:45 AM the next day (Thursday).

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Topic Section

Basic Arithmetic

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Q 66 Mathematics Basic Arithmetic

Find the farthest number from -1 on the number line among the following:

A

-10

B

10

C

5

D

0

View answer & explanation Ans: 10

Correct Answer: 10

Distance between -1 and -10 is 9 units. The distance between -1 and 10 is 11 units. Thus, 10 is the farthest.

Subject 9

English

16 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Prepositions

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Q 67 English Prepositions

The teacher set homework ___ the end of the lesson.

A

at

B

by

C

to

D

in

View answer & explanation Ans: at

Correct Answer: at

The preposition 'at' is used to specify a precise point in time or a specific point in a process, such as 'at the end'.

Q 77 English Prepositions

She has learnt many poems ___ heart.

A

to

B

of

C

by

D

at

View answer & explanation Ans: by

Correct Answer: by

'By heart' is an established English prepositional phrase meaning from memory.

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Topic Section

Subject Verb Agreement

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Q 68 English Subject Verb Agreement

My brother and friend always ___ me in my studies.

A

help

B

helps

C

helped

D

helping

View answer & explanation Ans: help

Correct Answer: help

Since the subject 'My brother and friend' represents plural entities (or a compound subject), the plural verb form 'help' is grammatically appropriate.

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Topic Section

Direct And Indirect Speech

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Q 69 English Direct And Indirect Speech

Change narration: The mother said to her son, "may you be successful".

A

The mother pray that her son might be successful.

B

The mother prayed that her son might be successful.

C

The mother prays that my son might be successful.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: The mother prayed that her son might be successful.

Correct Answer: The mother prayed that her son might be successful.

Optative sentences expressing a wish or prayer change 'said' to 'prayed/wished', and 'may' transforms into its past form 'might'.

Q 75 English Direct And Indirect Speech

Change narration: Murad said, "I completed my master last year".

A

Murad said that he had completed his master the previous year

B

Murad said that he have completed his master the previous year

C

Murad said that he is completed his master the previous year

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Murad said that he had completed his master the previous year

Correct Answer: Murad said that he had completed his master the previous year

Past simple changes to past perfect ('had completed'), and 'last year' changes to 'the previous year' in indirect speech.

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Topic Section

Phrasal Verbs

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Q 70 English Phrasal Verbs

'Come up with' means:

A

Invent

B

Catch

C

Meet

D

Deal

View answer & explanation Ans: Invent

Correct Answer: Invent

The phrasal verb 'come up with' means to produce, invent, or create a thought, idea, or plan.

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Topic Section

Synonyms

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Q 71 English Synonyms

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: Amble

A

Bustle

B

Stare

C

Walk

D

Trot

View answer & explanation Ans: Walk

Correct Answer: Walk

To 'amble' means to walk or move at a slow, relaxed pace, making 'Walk' the most accurate synonym.

Q 82 English Synonyms

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: Transmit

A

Accept

B

Catch

C

Convey

D

Receive

View answer & explanation Ans: Convey

Correct Answer: Convey

To 'transmit' means to pass on, send, or communicate something, which is synonymous with 'Convey'.

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 72 English Idioms

'Side with' means:

A

To go against

B

To Stop

C

To support

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: To support

Correct Answer: To support

The idiom 'side with' signifies supporting or agreeing with one person or group in an argument or dispute.

Q 73 English Idioms

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: 'Between the devil and the deep blue sea'

A

To be in trouble

B

To be in a happy position

C

Be caught between two undesirable alternatives

D

To have all kinds of problems

View answer & explanation Ans: Be caught between two undesirable alternatives

Correct Answer: Be caught between two undesirable alternatives

This classic idiom describes a dilemma where someone must choose between two equally unpleasant or unacceptable options.

Q 78 English Idioms

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom: To be all ears

A

To have extra-large ears

B

To be impatient about something

C

To be curious

D

To be ready and eager to listen

View answer & explanation Ans: To be ready and eager to listen

Correct Answer: To be ready and eager to listen

The idiom 'all ears' conveys giving full attention and being eager to hear what someone is saying.

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Topic Section

Active And Passive Voice

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Q 74 English Active And Passive Voice

Change voice: Tara makes breakfast at 6 am.

A

Breakfast is make by Tara at 6 am.

B

Breakfast made by Tara.

C

Breakfast is made by Tara at 6 am.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Breakfast is made by Tara at 6 am.

Correct Answer: Breakfast is made by Tara at 6 am.

To convert present indefinite tense to passive voice, use 'is/am/are' + past participle. 'Makes' becomes 'is made'.

Q 81 English Active And Passive Voice

Change voice: The rainy season breeds mosquitos.

A

Mosquitos are bred by the rainy season.

B

Mosquitos is bred by the rainy season.

C

Mosquitoes are bred by rainy season.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Mosquitos are bred by the rainy season.

Correct Answer: Mosquitos are bred by the rainy season.

In passive voice, the plural object 'mosquitos' takes the plural verb 'are', followed by the past participle 'bred'.

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Topic Section

Parts Of Speech

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Q 76 English Parts Of Speech

An adjective modifies a:

A

Noun

B

Verb

C

Adverb

D

Preposition

View answer & explanation Ans: Noun

Correct Answer: Noun

Adjectives are parts of speech specifically designed to modify, describe, or qualify a noun or pronoun.

Q 80 English Parts Of Speech

Which part of speech is used to join two clauses?

A

Conjunction

B

Interjection

C

Adverb

D

Preposition

View answer & explanation Ans: Conjunction

Correct Answer: Conjunction

Conjunctions are grammatical connectors utilized to link clauses, sentences, or words together logically.

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Topic Section

Antonyms

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Q 79 English Antonyms

What is the antonym of 'detest'?

A

Reject

B

Deny

C

Adjacent

D

Admire

View answer & explanation Ans: Admire

Correct Answer: Admire

To 'detest' means to dislike intensely. Therefore, 'Admire', which implies respect and approval, acts as a clear antonym.

Subject 10

Urdu

10 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Urdu Literature

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Q 83 Urdu Urdu Literature

اسرار خودی کس زبان میں ہے؟

A

اردو

B

فارسی

C

عربی

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: فارسی

Correct Answer: فارسی

Asrar-e-Khudi (Secrets of the Self) is a philosophical poetry book written by Allama Iqbal in the Persian language.

Q 84 Urdu Urdu Literature

توبتہ النصوح ناول کس کی تحریر ہے؟

A

مولانا شبلی نعمانی

B

مولانا الطاف حسین حالی

C

مولانا ذکاء اللہ

D

ڈپٹی نذیر احمد

View answer & explanation Ans: ڈپٹی نذیر احمد

Correct Answer: ڈپٹی نذیر احمد

Taubat-un-Nasuh is a classic didactic Urdu novel written by Deputy Nazir Ahmad in 1874.

Q 89 Urdu Urdu Literature

وہ نبیوں میں رحمت لقب پانے والا کس کا مصرع ہے؟

A

مولانا حالی

B

حفیظ تائب

C

وحید ظفر

D

مولانا ظفر علی خان

View answer & explanation Ans: مولانا حالی

Correct Answer: مولانا حالی

This famous verse praising the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was penned by Altaf Hussain Hali in his renowned 'Musaddas-e-Hali'.

Q 99 Urdu Urdu Literature

مکڑا اور مکھی کسی کی نظم ہے؟

A

علامہ اقبال

B

احمد فراز

C

فیض احمد فیض

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: علامہ اقبال

Correct Answer: علامہ اقبال

'Ek Makda aur Makkhi' is a famous moral poem for children written by the national poet Allama Iqbal.

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Topic Section

Urdu Grammar And Poetry

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Q 85 Urdu Urdu Grammar And Poetry

ایسی نظم جس میں کسی کی تعریف کی جائے اسے کہتے ہیں؟

A

قطعہ

B

قصیدہ

C

ہجو

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: قصیدہ

Correct Answer: قصیدہ

A 'Qaseeda' is a form of poetry in Urdu/Arabic/Persian literature written specifically in praise of a person, often a patron or ruler.

Q 88 Urdu Urdu Grammar And Poetry

مسدس کا ہر بند کتنے اشعار پر مشتمل ہوتا ہے؟

A

دو

B

چار

C

چھ

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: چھ

Correct Answer: چھ

In Urdu poetry, 'Musaddas' refers to a poem in which each stanza (band) comprises exactly six lines or verses.

Q 97 Urdu Urdu Grammar And Poetry

دامن تر ہونا محاورہ ہے اس کا مفہوم کیا ہے؟

A

آنسوے بھیگ جانا

B

گناہ گار ہونا

C

غم میں شریک ہونا

D

پیاس بجھانا

View answer & explanation Ans: گناہ گار ہونا

Correct Answer: گناہ گار ہونا

In Urdu idiomatic expressions, 'Daman tar hona' translates metaphorically to having a stained character or being a sinner.

Q 98 Urdu Urdu Grammar And Poetry

مطلع کہتے ہیں؟

A

غزل کے پہلے شعر کو

B

غزل کے آخری مصرعے کو

C

غزل کے درمیان والے مصرعے کو

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: غزل کے پہلے شعر کو

Correct Answer: غزل کے پہلے شعر کو

The opening couplet of a Ghazal, in which both lines rhyme, is traditionally known as the 'Matla'.

Q 100 Urdu Urdu Grammar And Poetry

رباعی میں کتنے مصرعے ہوتے ہیں؟

A

ایک

B

دو

C

تین

D

چار

View answer & explanation Ans: چار

Correct Answer: چار

A 'Rubai' is a traditional form of poetry consisting of exactly four lines (a quatrain) conveying a complete thought.

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Topic Section

Urdu Grammar

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Q 86 Urdu Urdu Grammar

اردو میں کسی کو درخواست کرتے وقت کیا کہتے ہیں؟

A

براہ مہربانی

B

برائے مہربانی

C

براے مہربانی

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: براہ مہربانی

Correct Answer: براہ مہربانی

'Barah-e-Meharbani' is the grammatically correct and polite term used to say 'please' or to request something in Urdu.

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