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PPSC Services & General Administration Department Past Paper 2026 Solved Solved MCQs

Comprehensive solved PPSC past paper from January 25, 2026. Features 100 MCQs covering General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Science, and Computer Science.

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Subject 1

Current Affairs

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International Relations

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Q 1 Current Affairs International Relations

Why is Somaliland in the highlights nowadays?

A

Civil War

B

UN Membership

C

Israel accepted it

D

Famine

View answer & explanation Ans: Israel accepted it

Correct Answer: Israel accepted it

Somaliland has been in the news due to its diplomatic engagements and efforts toward international recognition, including reports regarding Israel's stance.

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International Law

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Q 7 Current Affairs International Law

Which country filed a case against Myanmar regarding the Rohingya Genocide?

A

Pakistan

B

Malaysia

C

South Africa

D

Gambia

View answer & explanation Ans: Gambia

Correct Answer: Gambia

The Gambia filed a case against Myanmar at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in 2019, accusing it of genocide against the Rohingya people.

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History

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Q 8 Current Affairs History

HAMAS was founded in 1987 by:

A

Khaled Mashal

B

Ismail Haniyeh

C

Sheikh Ahmad Yasin

D

Yasser Arafat

View answer & explanation Ans: Sheikh Ahmad Yasin

Correct Answer: Sheikh Ahmad Yasin

Sheikh Ahmad Yasin, along with other associates, founded Hamas in December 1987 during the first Intifada.

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Diplomacy

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Q 26 Current Affairs Diplomacy

Pakistan FM visited which country after 13 years?

A

Iran

B

Turkey

C

Bangladesh

D

Saudi Arabia

View answer & explanation Ans: Bangladesh

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

Pakistan's Foreign Minister made a significant visit to Bangladesh to reset diplomatic ties after a long hiatus.

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Economy

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Q 27 Current Affairs Economy

Which country provided the most FDI in Pakistan in 2025?

A

China

B

USA

C

UAE

D

Saudi Arabia

View answer & explanation Ans: China

Correct Answer: China

China remains the largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Pakistan due to ongoing CPEC projects.

Q 28 Current Affairs Economy

To which country are Pakistan's textile exports mostly sent?

A

Germany

B

China

C

UK

D

USA

View answer & explanation Ans: USA

Correct Answer: USA

The United States is the largest single-country market for Pakistani textile and apparel exports.

Q 29 Current Affairs Economy

In which year did Pakistan receive EU GSP+ status?

A

2017

B

2015

C

2016

D

2014

View answer & explanation Ans: 2014

Correct Answer: 2014

Pakistan was granted the GSP+ status by the European Union in January 2014, providing duty-free access for many goods.

Q 31 Current Affairs Economy

What is the main issue with Pakistan's business climate?

A

Energy shortages

B

Political instability

C

Bureaucratic hurdles

D

All of them

View answer & explanation Ans: All of them

Correct Answer: All of them

Pakistan's business environment faces multifaceted challenges, including energy deficits, political uncertainty, and complex bureaucratic processes.

Q 42 Current Affairs Economy

What is the closest tax-to-GDP ratio for 2025-26?

A

14%

B

12%

C

8%

D

10%

View answer & explanation Ans: 10%

Correct Answer: 10%

Pakistan's tax-to-GDP ratio has historically hovered around 9-10%, which is a key focus area for economic policy.

Q 49 Current Affairs Economy

PIA was purchased by:

A

Lucky Group

B

Arif Habib Consortium

C

Hashoo Group

D

JS Group

View answer & explanation Ans: Arif Habib Consortium

Correct Answer: Arif Habib Consortium

The privatization process of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) resulted in the successful bid by the Arif Habib Consortium.

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Environment

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Q 40 Current Affairs Environment

Which country left the Paris Agreement (according to a 2025 report)?

A

China

B

Brazil

C

Russia

D

USA

View answer & explanation Ans: USA

Correct Answer: USA

The United States has historically withdrawn from and rejoined the Paris Agreement depending on the administration, with reports in 2025 highlighting recent stances.

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Defense

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Q 41 Current Affairs Defense

Which country did Pakistan purchase the JF-17 from (recently)?

A

Turkey

B

Egypt

C

Azerbaijan

D

Qatar

View answer & explanation Ans: Azerbaijan

Correct Answer: Azerbaijan

Pakistan recently finalized a significant deal to export JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft to Azerbaijan.

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International Finance

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Q 44 Current Affairs International Finance

Which country was removed from the FATF Grey List in 2025?

A

France

B

Canada

C

UK

D

USA

View answer & explanation Ans: USA

Correct Answer: USA

The FATF list dynamics involve various countries; in the context of recent global financial monitoring, countries undergo periodic reviews.

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Politics

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Q 45 Current Affairs Politics

Bangladesh election date:

A

15 Mar 2026

B

12 Feb 2026

C

20 May 2026

D

10 Jan 2026

View answer & explanation Ans: 10 Jan 2026

Correct Answer: 10 Jan 2026

The Bangladesh general elections were held in early 2026 as part of the country's democratic process.

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Current Events

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Q 48 Current Affairs Current Events

Shahid Usman, killed in Bangladesh, was a:

A

Politician

B

Student leader

C

Scientist

D

Sportsman

View answer & explanation Ans: Student leader

Correct Answer: Student leader

Shahid Usman was noted as a student leader involved in the political developments in Bangladesh.

Subject 2

General Knowledge

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Sports History

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Q 2 General Knowledge Sports History

Badminton originated from which country?

A

USA

B

France

C

China

D

UK

View answer & explanation Ans: UK

Correct Answer: UK

Badminton originated in British India during the 19th century and was popularized in the United Kingdom by British officers.

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Political Geography

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Q 3 General Knowledge Political Geography

10 Downing Street is:

A

British Parliament

B

Official residence of British PM

C

UN Headquarters

D

French President Office

View answer & explanation Ans: Official residence of British PM

Correct Answer: Official residence of British PM

10 Downing Street, located in London, serves as the official residence and office of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

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World Geography

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Q 4 General Knowledge World Geography

What is the number of Central Asian States?

A

3

B

5

C

4

D

2

View answer & explanation Ans: 5

Correct Answer: 5

The five Central Asian states are Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

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Currencies

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Q 5 General Knowledge Currencies

Kyat is the currency of:

A

Vietnam

B

Thailand

C

Myanmar

D

Laos

View answer & explanation Ans: Myanmar

Correct Answer: Myanmar

The Burmese kyat is the official currency of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.

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Topic Section

International Awards

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Q 6 General Knowledge International Awards

What is the monetary value of the Nobel Prize?

A

15 million SEK

B

9 million SEK

C

11 million SEK

D

10 million SEK

View answer & explanation Ans: 11 million SEK

Correct Answer: 11 million SEK

As of recent adjustments, the Nobel Prize award amount is set at 11 million Swedish kronor (SEK) per prize category.

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Economics

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Q 9 General Knowledge Economics

What term describes being carefully hopeless about the economy's future?

A

Economics boom

B

Stagflation

C

Pessimism

D

Cautious optimism

View answer & explanation Ans: Pessimism

Correct Answer: Pessimism

Pessimism is the mental attitude in which an individual expects the worst possible outcome or sees the negative aspects of a situation.

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Geography

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Q 10 General Knowledge Geography

Greenland belongs to:

A

Asia

B

Antarctica

C

North America

D

Europe

View answer & explanation Ans: North America

Correct Answer: North America

Geographically, Greenland is part of the North American continent, though it is politically an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.

Q 23 General Knowledge Geography

What is the common natural disaster for Pakistan and Bangladesh?

A

Droughts

B

Cyclones

C

Earthquakes

D

Floods

View answer & explanation Ans: Floods

Correct Answer: Floods

Both Pakistan and Bangladesh frequently experience severe flooding due to monsoon rains and geographical vulnerability.

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Topic Section

Awards

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Q 11 General Knowledge Awards

Which Nobel Prize category is decided by Norway?

A

Literature

B

Physics

C

Medicine

D

Peace

View answer & explanation Ans: Peace

Correct Answer: Peace

According to Alfred Nobel's will, the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded by a committee appointed by the Norwegian Parliament, while others are awarded in Sweden.

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Books And Authors

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Q 12 General Knowledge Books And Authors

Which book was NOT written by Henry Kissinger?

A

World Order

B

On China

C

Diplomacy

D

Politics and Principles

View answer & explanation Ans: Politics and Principles

Correct Answer: Politics and Principles

Henry Kissinger authored numerous works including 'World Order', 'On China', and 'Diplomacy', but 'Politics and Principles' is not among his notable bibliography.

Q 19 General Knowledge Books And Authors

"Long Walk to Freedom" was written by:

A

Martin Luther King Jr

B

Mahatma Gandhi

C

Winston Churchill

D

Nelson Mandela

View answer & explanation Ans: Nelson Mandela

Correct Answer: Nelson Mandela

"Long Walk to Freedom" is an autobiographical work written by South African revolutionary and political leader Nelson Mandela.

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Personalities

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Q 13 General Knowledge Personalities

Abdul Aziz Albaz belongs to:

A

Jordan

B

UAE

C

Saudi Arabia

D

Egypt

View answer & explanation Ans: Saudi Arabia

Correct Answer: Saudi Arabia

Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah bin Baz was a prominent Saudi Arabian Islamic scholar and former Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia.

Q 14 General Knowledge Personalities

Ahmed Ben Bella belongs to:

A

Libya

B

Tunisia

C

Algeria

D

Morocco

View answer & explanation Ans: Algeria

Correct Answer: Algeria

Ahmed Ben Bella was an Algerian revolutionary and the first President of Algeria following independence from France.

Q 47 General Knowledge Personalities

Ahmad Al-Haddad belonged to:

A

Jordan

B

Egypt

C

Libya

D

Sudan

View answer & explanation Ans: Egypt

Correct Answer: Egypt

Ahmad Al-Haddad is a noted figure associated with scholarly and public contributions in the Egyptian context.

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Historical Names

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Q 15 General Knowledge Historical Names

Ceylon is the old name of:

A

Maldives

B

Singapore

C

Myanmar

D

Sri Lanka

View answer & explanation Ans: Sri Lanka

Correct Answer: Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka was officially known as Ceylon until 1972, when it became a republic.

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Topic Section

History

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Q 16 General Knowledge History

SAVAK was the secret agency of:

A

Afghanistan

B

Turkey

C

Iraq

D

Iran

View answer & explanation Ans: Iran

Correct Answer: Iran

SAVAK was the secret police, domestic security and intelligence service established by Iran's Shah with the help of the US and Israel.

Q 18 General Knowledge History

Which was the last state to join the USA?

A

Alaska

B

New Mexico

C

Hawaii

D

Arizona

View answer & explanation Ans: Hawaii

Correct Answer: Hawaii

Hawaii was the 50th and final state admitted to the United States on August 21, 1959.

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Topic Section

International Organizations

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Q 17 General Knowledge International Organizations

Which country is NOT an ECO member?

A

Iran

B

Turkey

C

Pakistan

D

Bangladesh

View answer & explanation Ans: Bangladesh

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) includes countries like Pakistan, Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan, and several Central Asian nations; Bangladesh is not a member.

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Sports

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Q 22 General Knowledge Sports

Which female cricketer is in the ICC Hall of Fame?

A

Belinda Clark

B

Mithali Raj

C

Ellyse Perry

D

Sana Mir

View answer & explanation Ans: Belinda Clark

Correct Answer: Belinda Clark

Belinda Clark, the legendary Australian captain, was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2011.

Q 39 General Knowledge Sports

Pakistan reached the hockey final after 11 years in which event?

A

Commonwealth Games

B

Olympics

C

Asian Games

D

FIH Nation Cup

View answer & explanation Ans: Asian Games

Correct Answer: Asian Games

Pakistan reached the final of the men's hockey event at the Asian Games after a significant drought of 11 years.

Q 46 General Knowledge Sports

Which famous boxer died in March 2025?

A

Mike Tyson

B

Joe Frazier

C

Muhammad Ali

D

George Foreman

View answer & explanation Ans: Joe Frazier

Correct Answer: Joe Frazier

Joe Frazier, a renowned former world heavyweight champion, is recognized for his historic boxing legacy.

Subject 3

Computer Science

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Technology

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Q 20 Computer Science Technology

Who is the founder of Oracle Corporation?

A

Bill Gates

B

Steve Jobs

C

Larry Ellison

D

Larry Page

View answer & explanation Ans: Larry Ellison

Correct Answer: Larry Ellison

Larry Ellison co-founded Oracle Corporation in 1977 and served as its CEO for many years.

Q 81 Computer Science Technology

AI embedded physically real-time:

A

Embedded AI

B

General AI

C

Machine Learning

D

Neural AI

View answer & explanation Ans: Embedded AI

Correct Answer: Embedded AI

Embedded AI refers to AI algorithms implemented directly on embedded systems to perform real-time data processing and decision-making.

Q 90 Computer Science Technology

Software embedded in hardware:

A

Software

B

Middleware

C

Firmware

D

Hardware

View answer & explanation Ans: Firmware

Correct Answer: Firmware

Firmware is a specific class of computer software that provides low-level control for a device's specific hardware.

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Digital Currency

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Q 24 Computer Science Digital Currency

Which is a worldwide digital currency not issued by any government?

A

Ripple

B

Litecoin

C

Bitcoin

D

None

View answer & explanation Ans: Bitcoin

Correct Answer: Bitcoin

Bitcoin is the first decentralized digital currency that operates without a central bank or single administrator.

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Topic Section

Statistics

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Q 79 Computer Science Statistics

Arranging data by characteristics:

A

Tabulation

B

Organization

C

Classification

D

Categorization

View answer & explanation Ans: Classification

Correct Answer: Classification

Classification is the systematic arrangement of data into groups or classes based on common characteristics.

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Topic Section

Artificial Intelligence

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Q 80 Computer Science Artificial Intelligence

AI model supporting humanoids:

A

Tesla Vision

B

Atlas

C

Helix

D

Optima

View answer & explanation Ans: Atlas

Correct Answer: Atlas

Atlas is a famous bipedal humanoid robot developed by Boston Dynamics that utilizes advanced AI models for movement.

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Data Visualization

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Q 82 Computer Science Data Visualization

Chart showing time trends:

A

Histogram

B

Pie chart

C

Bar chart

D

Line chart

View answer & explanation Ans: Line chart

Correct Answer: Line chart

Line charts are the most effective way to visualize how data points change over a specific period of time.

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Software Engineering

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Q 83 Computer Science Software Engineering

Patch software function:

A

Upgrade OS

B

Add features

C

Improve performance

D

Fix bugs & security

View answer & explanation Ans: Fix bugs & security

Correct Answer: Fix bugs & security

A software patch is a piece of code designed to update or fix problems, primarily security vulnerabilities or programming bugs, in a computer program.

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Hardware

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Q 84 Computer Science Hardware

Advanced monitor panels:

A

LCD

B

CRT

C

Plasma

D

IPS

View answer & explanation Ans: IPS

Correct Answer: IPS

IPS (In-Plane Switching) is a display technology for liquid crystal displays that offers superior color reproduction and viewing angles compared to standard LCDs.

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Topic Section

Networking

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Q 85 Computer Science Networking

ARP stands for:

A

Automatic routing protocol

B

Advanced resolution process

C

Address resolution protocol

D

Address routing protocol

View answer & explanation Ans: Address resolution protocol

Correct Answer: Address resolution protocol

The Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) is a communication protocol used for discovering the link layer address, such as a MAC address, associated with an internet layer address.

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Programming

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Q 86 Computer Science Programming

Compiler function:

A

Runs program

B

Links libraries

C

Finds errors

D

Converts into machine code

View answer & explanation Ans: Converts into machine code

Correct Answer: Converts into machine code

A compiler is a computer program that translates source code written in a high-level language into machine code that a computer's processor can execute.

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Software

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Q 87 Computer Science Software

Not a programming language:

A

Java

B

Python

C

MS Word

D

C++

View answer & explanation Ans: MS Word

Correct Answer: MS Word

MS Word is a word processing software application, whereas Java, Python, and C++ are programming languages.

Q 88 Computer Science Software

Slides in PowerPoint:

A

100

B

Unlimited

C

50

D

500

View answer & explanation Ans: Unlimited

Correct Answer: Unlimited

Microsoft PowerPoint allows for an unlimited number of slides in a presentation, limited only by system resources and memory.

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History

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Q 89 Computer Science History

First email sent in:

A

1965

B

1971

C

1969

D

1983

View answer & explanation Ans: 1971

Correct Answer: 1971

Ray Tomlinson is credited with sending the first network email between two computers on the ARPANET in 1971.

Subject 4

Everyday Science

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Environment

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Q 21 Everyday Science Environment

When is World Environment Day observed?

A

22 April

B

16 September

C

5 June

D

21 July

View answer & explanation Ans: 5 June

Correct Answer: 5 June

World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5th to encourage worldwide awareness and action for the protection of the environment.

Q 43 Everyday Science Environment

What was the theme of Wetlands Day 2026?

A

Sustainable Wetlands

B

Wetlands for Future

C

Wetlands and Climate Change

D

Wetlands & Traditional Knowledge

View answer & explanation Ans: Wetlands & Traditional Knowledge

Correct Answer: Wetlands & Traditional Knowledge

The theme for World Wetlands Day 2026 focuses on the intersection of wetlands conservation and traditional ecological knowledge.

Q 58 Everyday Science Environment

Forest percentage required for ecosystem:

A

25%

B

20%

C

33%

D

15%

View answer & explanation Ans: 33%

Correct Answer: 33%

It is widely recommended that approximately 33% of a country's land area should be covered by forests to maintain ecological balance.

Q 66 Everyday Science Environment

Wildfire management factors:

A

Dry vegetation

B

Low humidity

C

High temperature

D

All of them

View answer & explanation Ans: All of them

Correct Answer: All of them

Dry vegetation, low humidity, and high temperatures are all critical factors that increase the risk and intensity of wildfires.

Q 67 Everyday Science Environment

Waste from living things:

A

Fossil fuel

B

Biomass

C

Compost

D

Biogas

View answer & explanation Ans: Biomass

Correct Answer: Biomass

Biomass is organic material from plants and animals that contains stored energy from the sun.

Q 74 Everyday Science Environment

Sedimentation belongs to:

A

Secondary treatment

B

Primary treatment

C

Tertiary treatment

D

Disinfection

View answer & explanation Ans: Primary treatment

Correct Answer: Primary treatment

Sedimentation is a process used in the primary stage of wastewater treatment to allow heavy solids to settle out of the water.

Q 75 Everyday Science Environment

Smog particle:

A

Carbon monoxide

B

Ozone

C

Sulfur dioxide

D

Particulate matter

View answer & explanation Ans: Particulate matter

Correct Answer: Particulate matter

Smog is a type of air pollution characterized by high concentrations of particulate matter and ground-level ozone.

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Technology

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Q 52 Everyday Science Technology

HS-1 satellite is:

A

Hybrid satellite

B

Hypersonic strike

C

Hyperspectral Earth observation

D

High-speed orbital

View answer & explanation Ans: Hyperspectral Earth observation

Correct Answer: Hyperspectral Earth observation

HS-1 satellites are typically designed for hyperspectral imaging, which captures data across the electromagnetic spectrum for Earth observation.

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Food Science

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Q 53 Everyday Science Food Science

Milk is stored after reception in:

A

Coolers

B

Silos

C

Chillers

D

Warehouse

View answer & explanation Ans: Chillers

Correct Answer: Chillers

Milk is cooled rapidly in chillers upon reception at processing plants to prevent bacterial growth and maintain quality.

Q 76 Everyday Science Food Science

Removing the edible central part:

A

Coring

B

Slicing

C

Peeling

D

Pitting

View answer & explanation Ans: Coring

Correct Answer: Coring

Coring is the process of removing the central seed-bearing core from fruits like apples or pears.

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Biology

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Q 54 Everyday Science Biology

Fruit ripening requires:

A

Water

B

Enzymes

C

Hormones

D

Sunlight

View answer & explanation Ans: Hormones

Correct Answer: Hormones

Fruit ripening is a hormonal process, primarily regulated by the plant hormone ethylene.

Q 56 Everyday Science Biology

More than two species form:

A

Ecosystem

B

Biosphere

C

Biome

D

Community

View answer & explanation Ans: Community

Correct Answer: Community

In ecology, a biological community consists of all the populations of different species that live and interact in the same area.

Q 59 Everyday Science Biology

Primary start codon:

A

UGA

B

UAG

C

AUG

D

UAA

View answer & explanation Ans: AUG

Correct Answer: AUG

AUG is the standard start codon in most organisms, encoding the amino acid methionine.

Q 61 Everyday Science Biology

Chemical nature of enzymes:

A

Lipids

B

Carbohydrates

C

Nucleic acids

D

Polypeptides

View answer & explanation Ans: Polypeptides

Correct Answer: Polypeptides

Enzymes are biological catalysts that are primarily proteinaceous in nature, consisting of long chains of amino acids (polypeptides).

Q 63 Everyday Science Biology

DNA cutting process:

A

Translation

B

Transcription

C

Restriction

D

Replication

View answer & explanation Ans: Restriction

Correct Answer: Restriction

Restriction enzymes are used to cut DNA molecules at specific base sequences.

Q 64 Everyday Science Biology

Ribosomes factory:

A

Nucleus

B

Cytoplasm

C

Endoplasmic reticulum

D

Nucleolus

View answer & explanation Ans: Nucleolus

Correct Answer: Nucleolus

The nucleolus is the distinct structure within the nucleus where ribosome subunits are assembled.

Q 69 Everyday Science Biology

CO2 fixation in chloroplast:

A

Lumen

B

Thylakoid

C

Stroma

D

Outer membrane

View answer & explanation Ans: Stroma

Correct Answer: Stroma

The light-independent reactions of photosynthesis (Calvin cycle), where CO2 fixation occurs, take place in the stroma of the chloroplast.

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Chemistry

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Q 55 Everyday Science Chemistry

Sucrose is a combination of:

A

Glucose+Glucose

B

Fructose+Glucose

C

Glucose+Fructose

D

Fructose+Fructose

View answer & explanation Ans: Glucose+Fructose

Correct Answer: Glucose+Fructose

Sucrose is a disaccharide formed by the combination of one glucose molecule and one fructose molecule.

Q 57 Everyday Science Chemistry

Purest form of coal:

A

Lignite

B

Anthracite

C

Bituminous

D

Peat

View answer & explanation Ans: Anthracite

Correct Answer: Anthracite

Anthracite is the highest rank of coal, containing the highest carbon content and fewest impurities.

Q 62 Everyday Science Chemistry

Chemical formula of quartz:

A

Al2O3

B

FeO

C

SiO2

D

CaCO3

View answer & explanation Ans: SiO2

Correct Answer: SiO2

Quartz is a mineral composed of silicon and oxygen atoms in a continuous framework of silicon-oxygen tetrahedra, with the chemical formula SiO2.

Q 68 Everyday Science Chemistry

Bond in a water molecule:

A

Hydrogen bond

B

Metallic bond

C

Ionic bond

D

Covalent bond

View answer & explanation Ans: Covalent bond

Correct Answer: Covalent bond

The atoms within a single water molecule are held together by polar covalent bonds between oxygen and hydrogen.

Q 70 Everyday Science Chemistry

Ethanol fuel name:

A

Carbon neutral

B

Renewable fuel

C

Carbon positive

D

Carbon negative

View answer & explanation Ans: Carbon neutral

Correct Answer: Carbon neutral

Ethanol is often classified as carbon neutral because the CO2 released during combustion is offset by the CO2 absorbed by the plants used to produce it.

Q 72 Everyday Science Chemistry

Coating metal in cans:

A

Zinc

B

Aluminum

C

Chromium

D

Tin

View answer & explanation Ans: Tin

Correct Answer: Tin

Tin plating is commonly used for steel cans to prevent corrosion and protect the food contents.

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Astronomy

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Q 60 Everyday Science Astronomy

Charged particles from the sun:

A

Cosmic wind

B

Radiation

C

Solar wind

D

Solar flares

View answer & explanation Ans: Solar wind

Correct Answer: Solar wind

Solar wind is a stream of charged particles released from the upper atmosphere of the Sun.

Q 71 Everyday Science Astronomy

Planet with the highest density:

A

Mercury

B

Mars

C

Venus

D

Earth

View answer & explanation Ans: Earth

Correct Answer: Earth

Earth is the densest planet in our solar system due to its heavy metallic core and rocky composition.

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Geology

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Q 65 Everyday Science Geology

Earthquake waves pass through:

A

Plasma

B

Liquid

C

Gas

D

Solid

View answer & explanation Ans: Solid

Correct Answer: Solid

Primary (P) waves can travel through solids and liquids, but Secondary (S) waves only travel through solids.

Q 77 Everyday Science Geology

Phanerozoic era includes:

A

Precambrian

B

Archean

C

Paleozoic

D

Hadean

View answer & explanation Ans: Paleozoic

Correct Answer: Paleozoic

The Phanerozoic eon is divided into three eras: Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic.

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Topic Section

Physics

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Q 73 Everyday Science Physics

Nuclear energy % world:

A

15%

B

20%

C

10%

D

5%

View answer & explanation Ans: 10%

Correct Answer: 10%

Nuclear power currently provides approximately 10% of the world's total electricity production.

Q 78 Everyday Science Physics

Peak intensity of a star is proportional to:

A

T

B

T4

C

T-1

D

T-2

View answer & explanation Ans: T4

Correct Answer: T4

According to the Stefan-Boltzmann law, the total energy radiated per unit surface area of a black body (like a star) is proportional to the fourth power of its temperature (T4).

Subject 5

Pakistan Studies

5 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Constitution

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Q 25 Pakistan Studies Constitution

The 27th Amendment relates to:

A

Education

B

Finance

C

Provinces & Judiciary

D

Health

View answer & explanation Ans: Provinces & Judiciary

Correct Answer: Provinces & Judiciary

The 27th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan pertains to matters concerning the provinces and judicial processes.

Q 30 Pakistan Studies Constitution

The Federal Court was formed under:

A

Article 175

B

Article 51

C

Article 199

D

Article 184

View answer & explanation Ans: Article 175

Correct Answer: Article 175

Article 175 of the Constitution of Pakistan provides for the establishment and jurisdiction of courts, including the Supreme Court.

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Topic Section

History

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Q 33 Pakistan Studies History

Kartarpur Corridor operational year:

A

2021

B

2019

C

2018

D

2020

View answer & explanation Ans: 2019

Correct Answer: 2019

The Kartarpur Corridor was inaugurated and became operational in November 2019, commemorating the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak.

Q 34 Pakistan Studies History

Who was the only Vice President of Pakistan?

A

Fazal Ilahi

B

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto

C

Nur ul Amin

D

Iskander Mirza

View answer & explanation Ans: Nur ul Amin

Correct Answer: Nur ul Amin

Nur ul Amin served as the only Vice President of Pakistan from 1971 to 1972.

Q 35 Pakistan Studies History

Who was not a member of the first cabinet?

A

I.I. Chundrigar

B

Liaquat Ali Khan

C

M.A. Bogra

D

Ghulam Muhammad

View answer & explanation Ans: M.A. Bogra

Correct Answer: M.A. Bogra

Muhammad Ali Bogra was not part of the original cabinet formed by Liaquat Ali Khan in 1947; he became Prime Minister later in 1953.

Subject 6

Urdu

2 MCQs
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Topic Section

Literature

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Q 32 Urdu Literature

Which book was NOT written by Faiz Ahmed Faiz?

A

Dast-e-Saba

B

Zindan Nama

C

Sar-e-Wadi-e-Seena

D

Nuskha-ha-e-Wafa

View answer & explanation Ans: Nuskha-ha-e-Wafa

Correct Answer: Nuskha-ha-e-Wafa

Nuskha-ha-e-Wafa is a collection of Faiz's complete poetry, but it is an anthology rather than a book originally authored under that specific title by him.

Q 38 Urdu Literature

"Awaz-e-Dost" was written by:

A

Quratulain Hyder

B

Ashfaq Ahmed

C

Bano Qudsia

D

Mukhtar Masood

View answer & explanation Ans: Mukhtar Masood

Correct Answer: Mukhtar Masood

"Awaz-e-Dost" is a famous literary work written by the civil servant and writer Mukhtar Masood.

Subject 7

Geography

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1

Topic Section

World Geography

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Q 36 Geography World Geography

The Wakhan Corridor connects Afghanistan to:

A

Uzbekistan

B

Tajikistan

C

Kyrgyzstan

D

China

View answer & explanation Ans: China

Correct Answer: China

The Wakhan Corridor is a narrow strip of territory in Afghanistan that acts as a land bridge to China.

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Topic Section

Economy

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Q 37 Geography Economy

What is the largest industry near the Karachi coast?

A

Tourism

B

Salt mining

C

Shipbuilding

D

Fish industry

View answer & explanation Ans: Fish industry

Correct Answer: Fish industry

The fish and seafood processing industry is a major economic activity along the Karachi coast due to access to the Arabian Sea.

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Topic Section

Pakistan Geography

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Q 50 Geography Pakistan Geography

Lawari Top connects Peshawar with:

A

Gilgit

B

Skardu

C

Chitral

D

Swat

View answer & explanation Ans: Chitral

Correct Answer: Chitral

The Lowari Pass (Lawari Top) is a mountain pass that connects the Dir District with the Chitral District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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Topic Section

Physical Geography

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Q 51 Geography Physical Geography

Largest ocean:

A

Arctic

B

Indian

C

Atlantic

D

Pacific

View answer & explanation Ans: Pacific

Correct Answer: Pacific

The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest of Earth's oceanic divisions.

Subject 8

Mathematics

10 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Algebra

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Q 91 Mathematics Algebra

175% of a number is 49; what is the number?

A

28

B

31

C

29

D

30

View answer & explanation Ans: 28

Correct Answer: 28

If 1.75x = 49, then x = 49 / 1.75, which equals 28.

Q 96 Mathematics Algebra

Solve: 3(x - 1) = -6

A

-2

B

-1

C

0

D

2

View answer & explanation Ans: -1

Correct Answer: -1

3(x - 1) = -6 -> x - 1 = -2 -> x = -2 + 1 -> x = -1.

Q 100 Mathematics Algebra

Simplify (5p - 6q)² + (5p + 6q)²:

A

50p² + 72q²

B

25p² + 36q²

C

25p² - 36q²

D

50p² + 36q²

View answer & explanation Ans: 50p² + 72q²

Correct Answer: 50p² + 72q²

(25p² - 60pq + 36q²) + (25p² + 60pq + 36q²) = 50p² + 72q².

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Topic Section

Probability

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Q 92 Mathematics Probability

Mutually exclusive events relation:

A

AUB

B

A∩B=∅

C

A∩B=S

D

A=B

View answer & explanation Ans: A∩B=∅

Correct Answer: A∩B=∅

Two events are mutually exclusive if they cannot occur at the same time, meaning the probability of their intersection is zero.

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Topic Section

Factorials

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Q 93 Mathematics Factorials

10! / 7! = ?

A

820

B

1020

C

920

D

720

View answer & explanation Ans: 720

Correct Answer: 720

10! / 7! = (10 × 9 × 8 × 7!) / 7! = 10 × 9 × 8 = 720.

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Topic Section

Percentage

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Q 94 Mathematics Percentage

If 45% = 135, what is the total number of students?

A

300

B

250

C

350

D

450

View answer & explanation Ans: 300

Correct Answer: 300

If 0.45x = 135, then x = 135 / 0.45, which equals 300.

Q 97 Mathematics Percentage

Percentage increase from 72 to 90:

A

15%

B

30%

C

35%

D

25%

View answer & explanation Ans: 25%

Correct Answer: 25%

The increase is 18. (18/72) * 100 = 25%.

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Topic Section

Statistics

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Q 95 Mathematics Statistics

Median of 7 calls (assuming values are sorted: 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18):

A

11

B

15

C

13

D

14

View answer & explanation Ans: 15

Correct Answer: 15

For an odd number of data points (7), the median is the middle value (the 4th value). In the sorted set provided, 15 is the median.

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Topic Section

Geometry

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Q 98 Mathematics Geometry

Surface area of a cube (with side length 4):

A

80 cm²

B

96 cm²

C

100 cm²

D

72 cm²

View answer & explanation Ans: 96 cm²

Correct Answer: 96 cm²

Surface area of a cube is 6 × side². If side = 4, area = 6 × 16 = 96 cm².

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Topic Section

Logarithms

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Q 99 Mathematics Logarithms

If √t = 1/2, evaluate the expression (using log rules):

A

√log2/t

B

log2/t

C

log2√t

D

√(log2/t²)

View answer & explanation Ans: log2√t

Correct Answer: log2√t

Given √t = 1/2, substituting into common logarithmic expressions allows for evaluation based on logarithmic properties.

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