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Solved PPSC Junior Clerk past paper from 2025. Includes 99 multiple-choice questions covering General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, English, Computer, and Maths.

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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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Topic Section

Middle East History

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Q 1 General Knowledge Middle East History

When did Yasser Arafat become the President of the Palestinian National Authority?

A

1989

B

1991

C

1996

D

1999

View answer & explanation Ans: 1996

Correct Answer: 1996

Yasser Arafat was elected as the first President of the Palestinian National Authority in the general elections held in January 1996.

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International Organizations

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Q 2 General Knowledge International Organizations

When was the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) established?

A

1919

B

1943

C

1945

D

1949

View answer & explanation Ans: 1945

Correct Answer: 1945

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations was founded on October 16, 1945.

Q 10 General Knowledge International Organizations

How many members does NATO have?

A

29

B

30

C

32

D

35

View answer & explanation Ans: 32

Correct Answer: 32

As of 2024, NATO consists of 32 member countries following the accession of Finland and Sweden.

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History

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Q 5 General Knowledge History

When did Marco Polo reach China?

A

1190

B

1275

C

1320

D

1401

View answer & explanation Ans: 1275

Correct Answer: 1275

The Venetian explorer Marco Polo arrived in China (then the Mongol Empire under Kublai Khan) around 1275.

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United Nations

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Q 6 General Knowledge United Nations

When did the United Nations grant observer status to the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)?

A

1967

B

1973

C

1974

D

1981

View answer & explanation Ans: 1974

Correct Answer: 1974

The United Nations General Assembly granted observer status to the PLO in 1974 through Resolution 3237.

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Industry

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Q 8 General Knowledge Industry

The National Oil Refinery of Pakistan is located in which city?

A

Lahore

B

Islamabad

C

Karachi

D

Multan

View answer & explanation Ans: Karachi

Correct Answer: Karachi

National Refinery Limited (NRL) is located in the Korangi Industrial Area of Karachi.

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Geography

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Q 13 General Knowledge Geography

Which country has the highest number of airports in the world?

A

China

B

Brazil

C

US

D

Russia

View answer & explanation Ans: US

Correct Answer: US

The United States has the highest number of airports in the world, totaling over 13,000 public and private use facilities.

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Media

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Q 14 General Knowledge Media

Which newspaper is published from both Pakistan and the UK?

A

Dawn

B

Jang

C

The Nation

D

Nawa-i-Waqt

View answer & explanation Ans: Jang

Correct Answer: Jang

Daily Jang is a prominent Urdu newspaper that has historically maintained publication facilities in Pakistan and the United Kingdom.

Q 15 General Knowledge Media

Which is the best-selling English newspaper in Pakistan?

A

The Nation

B

Pakistan Today

C

Dawn

D

The Express Tribune

View answer & explanation Ans: Dawn

Correct Answer: Dawn

Dawn is widely considered the oldest and most widely circulated English-language newspaper in Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Awards

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Q 17 General Knowledge Awards

Who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001?

A

Kofi Annan

B

Nelson Mandela

C

Malala Yousafzai

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Kofi Annan

Correct Answer: Kofi Annan

Kofi Annan and the United Nations were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001 for their work for a better organized and more peaceful world.

Subject 2

Pakistan Studies

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Economy

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Q 3 Pakistan Studies Economy

Pakistan's economy is mostly based on:

A

Industry

B

Agriculture

C

Services

D

Mining

View answer & explanation Ans: Agriculture

Correct Answer: Agriculture

Agriculture remains a backbone of Pakistan's economy, contributing significantly to GDP and providing employment to a large portion of the labor force.

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Agriculture

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Q 11 Pakistan Studies Agriculture

Which of the following is a cash crop of Pakistan?

A

Wheat

B

Cotton

C

Maize

D

Barley

View answer & explanation Ans: Cotton

Correct Answer: Cotton

Cotton is one of the most important cash crops of Pakistan, significantly contributing to the textile industry and exports.

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History

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Q 19 Pakistan Studies History

Masjid Wazir Khan is located in:

A

Lahore

B

Peshawar

C

Karachi

D

Islamabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Lahore

Correct Answer: Lahore

The Wazir Khan Mosque, known for its intricate tile work, is a famous 17th-century landmark located in Lahore, Pakistan.

Q 21 Pakistan Studies History

Pervez Musharraf came into power in which year?

A

1997

B

1999

C

2001

D

2003

View answer & explanation Ans: 1999

Correct Answer: 1999

General Pervez Musharraf assumed power in Pakistan after a military coup on October 12, 1999.

Q 22 Pakistan Studies History

When did the British Government end its control over the Indian subcontinent?

A

January 26, 1950

B

July 4, 1946

C

August 15, 1947

D

June 3, 1947

View answer & explanation Ans: August 15, 1947

Correct Answer: August 15, 1947

British colonial rule in the Indian subcontinent officially ended on August 15, 1947, with the independence of India and Pakistan.

Q 23 Pakistan Studies History

Who was the last Viceroy of British India?

A

Lord Mountbatten

B

Lord Wavell

C

Lord Curzon

D

Lord Ripon

View answer & explanation Ans: Lord Mountbatten

Correct Answer: Lord Mountbatten

Lord Louis Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of India and oversaw the partition of British India in 1947.

Q 25 Pakistan Studies History

The Indian War of Independence took place in which year?

A

1757

B

1857

C

1947

D

1965

View answer & explanation Ans: 1857

Correct Answer: 1857

The Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as the Indian War of Independence, was a major uprising against British East India Company rule.

Q 27 Pakistan Studies History

Which king laid the foundation of lasting Muslim rule in India?

A

Muhammad bin Qasim

B

Muhammad Ghori

C

Mahmud of Ghazni

D

Babur

View answer & explanation Ans: Muhammad Ghori

Correct Answer: Muhammad Ghori

While earlier incursions occurred, Muhammad Ghori's victories in the late 12th century established the foundation of long-term Muslim rule in India.

Q 30 Pakistan Studies History

The Moderate phase of the Indian National Congress lasted from 1885 to which year?

A

1905

B

1911

C

1919

D

1929

View answer & explanation Ans: 1905

Correct Answer: 1905

The early phase of the Indian National Congress, dominated by moderate leadership, lasted until the partition of Bengal in 1905.

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Pakistan Movement

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Q 20 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Movement

When did Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah become the President of the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan?

A

August 11, 1947

B

August 14, 1947

C

July 1, 1948

D

June 3, 1947

View answer & explanation Ans: August 11, 1947

Correct Answer: August 11, 1947

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was elected as the first President of the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on August 11, 1947.

Q 24 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Movement

Muslims got the right of separate electorate from the year?

A

1906

B

1911

C

1909

D

1935

View answer & explanation Ans: 1909

Correct Answer: 1909

The Morley-Minto Reforms of 1909 officially granted Muslims the right to a separate electorate.

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Constitution

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Q 26 Pakistan Studies Constitution

What was the term of the National Assembly under the constitution of 1962?

A

4 years

B

5 years

C

6 years

D

7 years

View answer & explanation Ans: 5 years

Correct Answer: 5 years

The 1962 Constitution of Pakistan provided for a five-year term for members of the National Assembly.

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Education/History

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Q 28 Pakistan Studies Education/History

Who established the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College at Aligarh?

A

Muhammad Ali Jinnah

B

Allama Iqbal

C

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

D

Dadabhai Nauroji

View answer & explanation Ans: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

Correct Answer: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875, which later became the Aligarh Muslim University.

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Mughal Empire

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Q 29 Pakistan Studies Mughal Empire

Humayun recaptured Delhi in which year?

A

1530

B

1540

C

1555

D

1560

View answer & explanation Ans: 1555

Correct Answer: 1555

After years of exile, the Mughal Emperor Humayun recaptured Delhi from the Sur Empire in 1555.

Subject 3

Current Affairs

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Global Politics

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Q 4 Current Affairs Global Politics

When was the conditional peace agreement signed between the US and the Taliban?

A

January 15, 2020

B

February 29, 2020

C

March 10, 2020

D

April 25, 2019

View answer & explanation Ans: February 29, 2020

Correct Answer: February 29, 2020

The US-Taliban peace agreement, known as the Doha Agreement, was signed on February 29, 2020.

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Nuclear Politics

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Q 16 Current Affairs Nuclear Politics

When did Iran's actions raise significant international concerns regarding nuclear proliferation?

A

2015

B

2018

C

2020

D

2022

View answer & explanation Ans: 2020

Correct Answer: 2020

While concerns have existed for years, significant tensions escalated again around 2020 following the US withdrawal from the JCPOA and subsequent Iranian nuclear activities.

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Topic Section

Middle East History

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Q 18 Current Affairs Middle East History

When did U.S. troops leave Iraq?

A

2008

B

2011

C

2014

D

2016

View answer & explanation Ans: 2011

Correct Answer: 2011

The formal withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq occurred in December 2011.

Subject 4

Geography

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Dams

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Q 7 Geography Dams

Water flow of the river is diverted to Wullar Barrage through the construction of:

A

Mangla Dam

B

Basha Dam

C

Kishanganga Dam

D

Warsak Dam

View answer & explanation Ans: Kishanganga Dam

Correct Answer: Kishanganga Dam

The Kishanganga Hydroelectric Project involves diverting the Kishanganga River water towards the Wullar Lake/Barrage area.

Q 36 Geography Dams

Baglihar Dam is located on which river?

A

Indus

B

Ravi

C

Chenab

D

Sutlej

View answer & explanation Ans: Chenab

Correct Answer: Chenab

The Baglihar Dam is a run-of-the-river power project located on the Chenab River in the Doda district.

Q 37 Geography Dams

The largest hydroelectric dam in Pakistan is:

A

Tarbela Dam

B

Diamer Dam

C

Mangla Dam

D

Ghazi Brotha Dam

View answer & explanation Ans: Tarbela Dam

Correct Answer: Tarbela Dam

Tarbela Dam is the largest earth-filled dam and the largest hydroelectric power generator in Pakistan.

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Topic Section

Map Reading

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Q 31 Geography Map Reading

What denotes the relationship between map distance and actual ground distance?

A

Scale

B

Legend

C

Compass

D

Projection

View answer & explanation Ans: Scale

Correct Answer: Scale

A map scale defines the ratio of a distance on the map to the corresponding distance on the ground.

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Topic Section

Climate

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Q 32 Geography Climate

What is the maximum recorded temperature in Antarctica?

A

12.5°C

B

15.2°C

C

18.3°C

D

20.1°C

View answer & explanation Ans: 18.3°C

Correct Answer: 18.3°C

The World Meteorological Organization recorded a high of 18.3°C at Esperanza Base on the Antarctic Peninsula in February 2020.

Q 34 Geography Climate

What is the general climate of Pakistan?

A

Hot and Wet

B

Hot and Cold

C

Hot and Dry

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hot and Dry

Correct Answer: Hot and Dry

Most of Pakistan experiences a semi-arid to arid climate, characterized by hot and dry weather conditions for most of the year.

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Natural Resources

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Q 33 Geography Natural Resources

The largest salt mine in Pakistan is:

A

Kalabagh

B

Khewra

C

Haripur

D

Ziarat

View answer & explanation Ans: Khewra

Correct Answer: Khewra

The Khewra Salt Mine is the largest and oldest salt mine in Pakistan and the second-largest in the world.

Q 39 Geography Natural Resources

Huge iron ore deposits in Pakistan are located in:

A

Swat

B

Hyderabad

C

Chiniot

D

Mianwali

View answer & explanation Ans: Chiniot

Correct Answer: Chiniot

Significant iron ore deposits have been discovered in the Chiniot district of Punjab.

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Topic Section

Borders

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Q 35 Geography Borders

How much part of Siachen glacier is under the control of Pakistan?

A

33%

B

44%

C

47%

D

55%

View answer & explanation Ans: 33%

Correct Answer: 33%

Pakistan maintains administrative control over approximately 33% of the Siachen Glacier region, while India controls the remaining part.

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Topic Section

Mountains

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Q 38 Geography Mountains

Sub-Himalayas is also known as:

A

Siwalik Range

B

Margalla

C

Pir Panjal

D

Koh-e-Suleman

View answer & explanation Ans: Siwalik Range

Correct Answer: Siwalik Range

The Sub-Himalayan mountain range is commonly known as the Siwalik Range (or Shivalik).

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Topic Section

World Geography

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Q 40 Geography World Geography

Kashgar is a city in which country?

A

India

B

China

C

Pakistan

D

Afghanistan

View answer & explanation Ans: China

Correct Answer: China

Kashgar is an oasis city located in the western part of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China.

Subject 5

Everyday Science

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Topic Section

Technology

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Q 9 Everyday Science Technology

GPS (Global Positioning System) is used to check the movement of:

A

Aircraft

B

Ship

C

Vehicle

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

GPS is a satellite-based navigation system used for tracking and determining the precise location of various moving objects including aircraft, ships, and land vehicles.

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Engineering

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Q 12 Everyday Science Engineering

Fish plates are fixed in rail tracks to:

A

Join two coaches

B

Join two rails

C

For the guidance of coach wheels

D

Measuring rail length

View answer & explanation Ans: Join two rails

Correct Answer: Join two rails

Fish plates are metal bars bolted to the ends of two adjacent rails to join them together and maintain track alignment.

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Topic Section

Chemistry

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Q 41 Everyday Science Chemistry

Steel is a mixture of:

A

Iron and Oxygen

B

Carbon and Sulfur

C

Iron and Carbon

D

Iron and Sulfur

View answer & explanation Ans: Iron and Carbon

Correct Answer: Iron and Carbon

Steel is an alloy primarily composed of iron and carbon, usually with a small percentage of carbon.

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Physics

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Q 42 Everyday Science Physics

Which particles cannot move from their place?

A

Gas particles

B

Liquid particles

C

Solid particles

D

Plasma particles

View answer & explanation Ans: Solid particles

Correct Answer: Solid particles

In solids, particles are tightly packed and vibrate in fixed positions rather than moving freely around.

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Topic Section

Biology

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Q 43 Everyday Science Biology

Animals and plants buried under soil for millions of years are called:

A

Fossils

B

Species

C

Minerals

D

Rocks

View answer & explanation Ans: Fossils

Correct Answer: Fossils

Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient organisms that have been buried in soil or rock layers.

Q 44 Everyday Science Biology

Foraminifera produces:

A

Silica shells

B

Chalk

C

Cellulose walls

D

Protein structures

View answer & explanation Ans: Chalk

Correct Answer: Chalk

Foraminifera are single-celled organisms that produce calcium carbonate shells; over geological time, these accumulate to form chalk deposits.

Q 47 Everyday Science Biology

Increase of UV rays causes:

A

Global warming

B

Skin cancer

C

Acid rain

D

Air pollution

View answer & explanation Ans: Skin cancer

Correct Answer: Skin cancer

Excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is a primary cause of skin cancer.

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Environment

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Q 45 Everyday Science Environment

An undesirable change in the environment is called:

A

Pollution

B

Conservation

C

Erosion

D

Reforestation

View answer & explanation Ans: Pollution

Correct Answer: Pollution

Environmental pollution is the introduction of harmful contaminants into the environment that cause adverse changes.

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Geology

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Q 46 Everyday Science Geology

The molten or semi-molten rock material found beneath the surface of the Earth is called:

A

Lava

B

Magma

C

Granite

D

Basalt

View answer & explanation Ans: Magma

Correct Answer: Magma

Magma is the term for molten rock beneath the Earth's surface; once it reaches the surface, it is known as lava.

Subject 6

Computer Science

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Databases

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Q 48 Computer Science Databases

Essential component in Database Management is:

A

Copying

B

Indexing

C

Compiler

D

Browser

View answer & explanation Ans: Indexing

Correct Answer: Indexing

Indexing is a critical database structure technique that significantly speeds up the retrieval of data from a database table.

Q 63 Computer Science Databases

The ratio of kilometers (km) to centimeters (cm) used in a map database is an example of:

A

Data type

B

Field value representing a scale or unit conversion stored in MS Access

C

Query design

D

Report Generation

View answer & explanation Ans: Field value representing a scale or unit conversion stored in MS Access

Correct Answer: Field value representing a scale or unit conversion stored in MS Access

In a database context, storing conversion factors or scale ratios allows the application to handle unit transformations mathematically.

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Programming

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Q 49 Computer Science Programming

The Greater Than sign is an example of which operation?

A

Arithmetic

B

Logical

C

Conditional

D

Greater

View answer & explanation Ans: Logical

Correct Answer: Logical

The 'greater than' symbol (>) is a relational or logical operator used to compare two values.

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Topic Section

Hardware

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Q 50 Computer Science Hardware

The Brain of the Computer is:

A

Hard Drive

B

CPU

C

RAM

D

Monitor

View answer & explanation Ans: CPU

Correct Answer: CPU

The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is considered the brain of the computer because it performs most of the processing inside the machine.

Q 59 Computer Science Hardware

What is the name of the computer terminal which gives paper printout?

A

Monitor

B

Printer

C

Visual Display Terminal

D

Hard Copy Terminal

View answer & explanation Ans: Hard Copy Terminal

Correct Answer: Hard Copy Terminal

A terminal that produces a paper printout of the output is referred to as a hard copy terminal.

Q 62 Computer Science Hardware

Which device is commonly used for printing large paper printouts such as architectural designs or maps?

A

Printer

B

Scanner

C

Plotter

D

Photocopier

View answer & explanation Ans: Plotter

Correct Answer: Plotter

A plotter is a specialized output device used for printing large-scale technical drawings, maps, and architectural blueprints.

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Software Shortcuts

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Q 51 Computer Science Software Shortcuts

What is the keyboard shortcut to increase font size in Microsoft Word on Windows?

A

Ctrl + Shift + >

B

Ctrl + Shift + <

C

Ctrl + Alt + >

D

Ctrl + Alt + <

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl + Shift + >

Correct Answer: Ctrl + Shift + >

In Microsoft Word, pressing Ctrl + Shift + > increases the font size of the selected text.

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Topic Section

Software

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Q 52 Computer Science Software

Vector graphics is related to?

A

Compressed images

B

PowerPoint

C

Illustrator

D

MS Excel

View answer & explanation Ans: Illustrator

Correct Answer: Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is a professional software primarily used for creating and editing vector graphics.

Q 53 Computer Science Software

PowerPoint is which type of software?

A

Database

B

Spreadsheet

C

Multimedia

D

Processing

View answer & explanation Ans: Multimedia

Correct Answer: Multimedia

PowerPoint is a presentation program that falls under multimedia software, allowing users to combine text, images, video, and audio.

Q 55 Computer Science Software

The maximum Zoom percentage in Microsoft PowerPoint is:

A

100%

B

200%

C

300%

D

400%

View answer & explanation Ans: 400%

Correct Answer: 400%

Microsoft PowerPoint allows users to zoom into a slide up to a maximum percentage of 400%.

Q 58 Computer Science Software

Which of the following font effect is available in PowerPoint Font dialog box?

A

Underline

B

Shadow

C

Emboss

D

Strikethrough

View answer & explanation Ans: Strikethrough

Correct Answer: Strikethrough

Strikethrough is a font effect available in the Font dialog box of Microsoft PowerPoint, along with others like shadow and underline.

Q 61 Computer Science Software

In MS-Word to highlight text, line or any particular informative paragraph, use:

A

Different Font Color

B

Background

C

Shade

D

Font Effects

View answer & explanation Ans: Shade

Correct Answer: Shade

Shading is the formatting feature in MS Word used to apply a background color to selected text or paragraphs to highlight them.

Q 66 Computer Science Software

What is the default alignment of text in MS Word?

A

Center

B

Right

C

Left

D

Justify

View answer & explanation Ans: Left

Correct Answer: Left

By default, Microsoft Word aligns text to the left margin.

Q 68 Computer Science Software

Which of the following is a database software?

A

MS Word

B

MS Excel

C

MS Access

D

Adobe Photoshop

View answer & explanation Ans: MS Access

Correct Answer: MS Access

Microsoft Access is a database management system software used to store and manage information.

Q 69 Computer Science Software

What is called the total area of the chart?

A

Plot Area

B

Graph Area

C

Data Area

D

Chart Area

View answer & explanation Ans: Chart Area

Correct Answer: Chart Area

In charting software like Excel, the Chart Area encompasses the entire chart, including the plot area and titles.

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Internet

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Q 54 Computer Science Internet

What is the maximum attachment size allowed in Gmail?

A

10 MB

B

15 MB

C

25 MB

D

50 MB

View answer & explanation Ans: 25 MB

Correct Answer: 25 MB

The standard maximum attachment size for a single email in Gmail is 25 megabytes.

Q 56 Computer Science Internet

Which is a famous online cloud storage service?

A

Google Space

B

Drop Box

C

Google Drive

D

ios

View answer & explanation Ans: Drop Box

Correct Answer: Drop Box

Dropbox is a well-known personal cloud storage service that allows users to store and synchronize files online.

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History Of Computing

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Q 57 Computer Science History Of Computing

Who invented Integrated Circuits?

A

Alan Turing

B

John Bardeen

C

Jack Kilby

D

Thomas Edison

View answer & explanation Ans: Jack Kilby

Correct Answer: Jack Kilby

Jack Kilby is credited with the invention of the integrated circuit while working at Texas Instruments in 1958.

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Email

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Q 60 Computer Science Email

To automatically forward emails from one email account to another, you use:

A

Filter

B

Forwarding rule

C

Spam settings

D

Signature

View answer & explanation Ans: Forwarding rule

Correct Answer: Forwarding rule

A forwarding rule in email settings automatically redirects incoming messages to a specified alternate email address.

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Information Management

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Q 64 Computer Science Information Management

Record Life Cycle refers to:

A

Data

B

Record Management

C

Formatting hard drives

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Record Management

Correct Answer: Record Management

The record life cycle describes the stages of a record's existence, from creation and active use to archiving and final destruction, central to record management.

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Topic Section

Shortcuts

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Q 65 Computer Science Shortcuts

What is the function of the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + X?

A

Cut

B

Copy

C

Paste

D

Undo

View answer & explanation Ans: Cut

Correct Answer: Cut

The shortcut Ctrl + X is used to cut selected content and place it onto the clipboard.

Q 67 Computer Science Shortcuts

What is the function of the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Up Arrow?

A

Moves the cursor to the beginning of the document

B

Moves the cursor up one paragraph

C

Moves the cursor up one line

D

Selects the entire line

View answer & explanation Ans: Moves the cursor up one paragraph

Correct Answer: Moves the cursor up one paragraph

In MS Word, pressing Ctrl + Up Arrow moves the cursor to the beginning of the current or preceding paragraph.

Subject 7

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Algebra

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Q 70 Mathematics Algebra

Simplify: (x² + x - 20) / (x² - 4)

A

(x + 5)(x - 4) / (x + 2)(x - 2)

B

(x + 5)(x + 4) / (x + 2)(x - 2)

C

(x - 5)(x - 4) / (x + 2)(x - 2)

D

(x - 5)(x - 4) / (x - 2)(x - 2)

View answer & explanation Ans: (x + 5)(x - 4) / (x + 2)(x - 2)

Correct Answer: (x + 5)(x - 4) / (x + 2)(x - 2)

The numerator x² + x - 20 factors into (x + 5)(x - 4) and the denominator x² - 4 is a difference of squares, (x + 2)(x - 2).

Q 73 Mathematics Algebra

If (x - y)² = 44 and xy = 22, what is the value of x² + y²?

A

66

B

88

C

44

D

110

View answer & explanation Ans: 88

Correct Answer: 88

Expanding (x - y)² gives x² - 2xy + y² = 44. Substituting xy = 22, we get x² - 44 + y² = 44, so x² + y² = 88.

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Topic Section

Arithmetic

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Q 71 Mathematics Arithmetic

If 54 is subtracted from 3 times a certain number, the result is 36. What is the number?

A

28

B

30

C

32

D

34

View answer & explanation Ans: 30

Correct Answer: 30

Setting up the equation 3x - 54 = 36 gives 3x = 90, so x = 30.

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Statistics

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Q 72 Mathematics Statistics

A pupil's marks were wrongly entered as 83 instead of 63. Due to this, the average marks for the class increased by half. What is the number of pupils in the class?

A

10

B

20

C

40

D

73

View answer & explanation Ans: 40

Correct Answer: 40

The error was 83 - 63 = 20. If this increased the average by 0.5, then 20 / n = 0.5, meaning n = 40.

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Time

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Q 74 Mathematics Time

A coach was scheduled to depart at 22:55 and arrive at 06:05 the next day. What was the duration of the journey?

A

6 hours 50 minutes

B

7 hours 5 minutes

C

7 hours 10 minutes

D

7 hours 15 minutes

View answer & explanation Ans: 7 hours 10 minutes

Correct Answer: 7 hours 10 minutes

From 22:55 to midnight is 1 hour 5 minutes, plus 6 hours 5 minutes from midnight to arrival, totaling 7 hours 10 minutes.

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Ratio

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Q 75 Mathematics Ratio

If A:B = 2:3 and B:C = 4:7 and the total amount is 410,000, what is B's share?

A

100,000

B

120,000

C

140,000

D

130,000

View answer & explanation Ans: 120,000

Correct Answer: 120,000

The combined ratio A:B:C is 8:12:21 (total 41 parts). B's share is 12 parts of 410,000/41, resulting in 120,000.

Subject 8

English

15 MCQs
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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 76 English Grammar

What is the direct speech of the sentence 'He said that he would go as soon as it was possible'?

A

He said, 'He would go as soon as it was possible.'

B

He said, 'I would go as soon as it was possible.'

C

He said, 'I will go as soon as it is possible.'

D

He said, 'I shall go when it is possible.'

View answer & explanation Ans: He said, 'I will go as soon as it is possible.'

Correct Answer: He said, 'I will go as soon as it is possible.'

When converting back to direct speech, the tense shifts back to the present, thus 'would' becomes 'will' and 'was' becomes 'is'.

Q 79 English Grammar

What is the subject in the sentence 'All the books on the table are new'?

A

The table

B

All the books on the table

C

Are new

D

Books on

View answer & explanation Ans: All the books on the table

Correct Answer: All the books on the table

The subject is the entire phrase 'All the books on the table', as it is the noun phrase being described.

Q 82 English Grammar

A complete sentence consists of a Subject and:

A

Adjective

B

Article

C

Predicate

D

Phrase

View answer & explanation Ans: Predicate

Correct Answer: Predicate

A sentence requires at least a subject (who or what the sentence is about) and a predicate (what the subject is or does).

Q 84 English Grammar

What is the passive voice of the sentence 'Whom did the rich man help?'

A

Whom was helped the rich man?

B

Who did help the rich man?

C

Who was helped by the rich man?

D

By whom the rich man was helped?

View answer & explanation Ans: Who was helped by the rich man?

Correct Answer: Who was helped by the rich man?

The passive form of 'Whom did the rich man help?' is 'Who was helped by the rich man?'

Q 85 English Grammar

What is the correct form of 'ours' with an apostrophe?

A

ours

B

our's

C

ours'

D

ours's

View answer & explanation Ans: ours

Correct Answer: ours

The pronoun 'ours' is already possessive and does not require an apostrophe.

Q 87 English Grammar

He is good _____ snooker.

A

in

B

at

C

on

D

of

View answer & explanation Ans: at

Correct Answer: at

The correct preposition for being skilled at an activity or game is 'at'.

Q 89 English Grammar

Which of the following joins two clauses of a sentence?

A

Adjective

B

Noun

C

Conjunction

D

Article

View answer & explanation Ans: Conjunction

Correct Answer: Conjunction

A conjunction is a part of speech used to connect words, phrases, or clauses.

Q 90 English Grammar

Clause + 'That place is often...' functions as which type of clause?

A

Noun

B

Adverb

C

Adjective

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Adjective

Correct Answer: Adjective

A clause beginning with 'that' modifying a preceding noun functions as an adjective (or relative) clause.

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Idioms

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Q 77 English Idioms

To cry over _____ milk:

A

Spoil

B

Split

C

Sour

D

Hard

View answer & explanation Ans: Split

Correct Answer: Split

The idiom is 'to cry over spilt milk,' meaning to be upset about something that has already happened and cannot be changed.

Q 78 English Idioms

The idiom 'Kick the bucket' means:

A

To be ill

B

Be sad

C

To die

D

Be happy

View answer & explanation Ans: To die

Correct Answer: To die

'Kick the bucket' is a common English idiom that serves as a euphemism for death.

Q 80 English Idioms

What does the idiom 'come off' mean?

A

To fail completely

B

To succeeded

C

To run away

D

To hide

View answer & explanation Ans: To succeeded

Correct Answer: To succeeded

In common usage, 'come off' can mean to succeed or to work out as intended.

Q 88 English Idioms

Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom: 'Have a bee in your bonnet'

A

Having a cruel intention or grudge against someone

B

Unable to stay at a place for long

C

To keep worrying about yourself

D

Be preoccupied or obsessed with something

View answer & explanation Ans: Be preoccupied or obsessed with something

Correct Answer: Be preoccupied or obsessed with something

To have a bee in one's bonnet means to be preoccupied or obsessed with an idea.

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Vocabulary

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Q 81 English Vocabulary

Synonym of 'Wreck' is:

A

Ruin

B

Build

C

Delight

D

Repair

View answer & explanation Ans: Ruin

Correct Answer: Ruin

To wreck something is to cause its destruction or ruin.

Q 83 English Vocabulary

Synonym of 'Unusual' is:

A

Extraordinary

B

Ordinary

C

Usual

D

Routine

View answer & explanation Ans: Extraordinary

Correct Answer: Extraordinary

Something 'unusual' is out of the ordinary or extraordinary.

Q 86 English Vocabulary

Antonym of 'Unmindful' is:

A

Ignorant

B

Aware

C

Brave

D

Careless

View answer & explanation Ans: Aware

Correct Answer: Aware

Unmindful means not aware or conscious of something; therefore, the antonym is 'aware'.

Subject 9

Urdu

8 MCQs
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Topic Section

Literature

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Q 91 Urdu Literature

In which city was the famous Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib born?

A

Agra

B

Delhi

C

Lucknow

D

Lahore

View answer & explanation Ans: Agra

Correct Answer: Agra

The legendary Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib was born in Agra on December 27, 1797.

Q 92 Urdu Literature

Hafeez Jalandhari is buried in:

A

Lahore

B

Islamabad

C

Karachi

D

Hyderabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Lahore

Correct Answer: Lahore

The poet Hafeez Jalandhari, best known for writing Pakistan's national anthem, is buried in Model Town, Lahore.

Q 93 Urdu Literature

Whom did Allama Iqbal seek help from in his early days?

A

Dagh Dehlvi

B

Amir Khusrau

C

Mir Taqi Mir

D

Ghalib

View answer & explanation Ans: Dagh Dehlvi

Correct Answer: Dagh Dehlvi

In his early days, Allama Iqbal corresponded with the poet Dagh Dehlvi and sought his guidance on his poetry.

Q 94 Urdu Literature

Who among these was a Sufi poet?

A

Mir Dard

B

Maulana Zafar Ali Khan

C

Mir Taqi Mir

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Mir Dard

Correct Answer: Mir Dard

Khwaja Mir Dard was a well-known Sufi poet of the classical Urdu literary tradition.

Q 95 Urdu Literature

Who is famous by the title 'Baba-e-Urdu'?

A

Akbar Allahabadi

B

Maulana Hamid Ali

C

Molvi Abdul Haq

D

Shibli Nomani

View answer & explanation Ans: Molvi Abdul Haq

Correct Answer: Molvi Abdul Haq

Molvi Abdul Haq is famously known as 'Baba-e-Urdu' (Father of Urdu) for his monumental efforts in promoting the language.

Q 96 Urdu Literature

Who is called 'Musawwir-e-Gham' (Painter of Sorrow)?

A

Shibli Nomani

B

Rashid-ul-Khairi

C

Ehsan Danish

D

Khwaja Hassan Nizami

View answer & explanation Ans: Rashid-ul-Khairi

Correct Answer: Rashid-ul-Khairi

Rashid-ul-Khairi was known as 'Musawwir-e-Gham' due to his focus on the social issues and sufferings of women in his literature.

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Language

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Q 97 Urdu Language

What is the meaning of the idiom 'Sabz qadam hona'?

A

Mubarak hona

B

Taraqi karna

C

Charo taraf sabza hona

D

Manhoos hona

View answer & explanation Ans: Manhoos hona

Correct Answer: Manhoos hona

In Urdu idiom, 'Sabz qadam' is used to describe someone or something that brings bad luck or is considered ominous.

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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 98 Urdu Grammar

What is the term for a word denoting number, count, or sequence?

A

Sifat-e-Zati

B

Sifat-e-Nisbati

C

Sifat-e-Adadi

D

Sifat-e-Jamila

View answer & explanation Ans: Sifat-e-Adadi

Correct Answer: Sifat-e-Adadi

In Urdu grammar, 'Sifat-e-Adadi' refers to an adjective that indicates the number or order of nouns.

Subject 10

Islamic Studies

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Topic Section

Islamic Literature

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Q 99 Islamic Studies Islamic Literature

Which of the following is a famous book written by Shah Wali Ullah?

A

Fath-ul-Mubeen

B

Hujjatullah al-Baligha

C

Sirat-un-Nabi

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Hujjatullah al-Baligha

Correct Answer: Hujjatullah al-Baligha

Hujjatullah al-Baligha is the most famous and influential work of the 18th-century Islamic scholar Shah Wali Ullah.

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