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Which article of the Constitution of Pakistan deals with bonded labor and slavery?Article 9 Article 11 Article 15Article 19 B) Article 11 Article 11 of the Constitution of Pakistan prohibits all forms of slavery, forced labor, and child labor, ensuring the protection of fundamental human rights.
From where did the Arab Spring originate?EgyptSyria TunisiaLibyaC) TunisiaThe Arab Spring began in Tunisia in late 2010, sparked by widespread protests against political repression and economic hardship, leading to significant political changes in the region.
ANSA is the news agency of which country? Germany ItalySpainFranceB) ItalyANSA (Agenzia Nazionale Stampa Associata) is Italy's leading news agency, providing comprehensive news coverage domestically and internationally.
The America’s Cup is associated with which sport?TennisGolfYachtingHorse RacingC) YachtingThe America's Cup is a prestigious sailing competition, considered the oldest international sporting trophy, emphasizing yacht racing excellence.
What is the meaning of 'Sui generis'? Of unknown origin Unique or of its own kindCommonplace RepetitiveB) Unique or of its own kind'Sui generis' is a Latin term meaning 'of its own kind' or 'unique,' often used to describe something that is in a class by itself.
How many years did Nelson Mandela spend in prison? 20 2527 30 C) 27 Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years due to his anti-apartheid activities in South Africa, becoming a global symbol of resistance to racial oppression.
Which sea is located in Central Asia?Red SeaAral SeaBlack SeaCaspian Sea B) Aral Sea The Aral Sea, once one of the largest lakes in the world, is situated between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in Central Asia and has been shrinking due to water diversion projects.
The 'Wheel' is a symbol of what?ProgressUnityPeaceStrength A) ProgressThe wheel, particularly the 'Dharma Chakra' in various cultures, symbolizes progress, movement, and the cycle of life.
The 'Maple Leaf' is the national symbol of which country?Canada AustraliaNew ZealandUnited Kingdom A) Canada The maple leaf is a recognized symbol of Canada, representing the country's nature and environment, prominently featured on its national flag.
What is meant by 'Equinox'? Longest day of the year Shortest day of the yearDay and night are equal in length Sun is closest to the Earth C) Day and night are equal in lengthAn equinox occurs twice a year when the sun crosses the celestial equator, resulting in nearly equal durations of day and night across the globe.
Who is the founder of Pakistan?Allama Iqbal Liaquat Ali KhanQuaid-e-Azam Sir Syed Ahmed Khan C) Quaid-e-AzamMuhammad Ali Jinnah, known as Quaid-e-Azam, is the founder of Pakistan and led the movement for independence.
What is the capital of Pakistan? Lahore Karachi IslamabadPeshawarC) Islamabad Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, officially declared as such in the 1960s.
What is the currency of Pakistan?Rupee Dinar TakaRiyal A) Rupee The official currency of Pakistan is the Pakistani Rupee (PKR).
What is the total number of Articles in the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan?220 260280 295C) 280The Constitution of 1973 originally had 280 articles, which may vary now due to amendments.
Who was the first Chief Justice of Pakistan? Justice Cornelius Justice Muhammad MunirJustice S. A. RahmanJustice Abdul RashidD) Justice Abdul Rashid Justice Abdul Rashid was the first Chief Justice of Pakistan, appointed in 1949.
What is the name of the boundary line between Pakistan and Afghanistan?Line of Control Red LineDurand LineRadcliffe LineC) Durand LineThe Durand Line is the border demarcation between Pakistan and Afghanistan, drawn in 1893.
Which constitutional article in Pakistan guarantees the right to fair trial? Article 9Article 10AArticle 11Article 11Article 25B) Article 10A
Article 10A was inserted through the 18th Amendment and ensures the right to a fair trial and due process.Which Pakistani scientist is considered the father of the country's nuclear program? Abdul SalamDr. A. Q. KhanDr. Samar MubarakmandAtta ur RahmanB) Dr. A. Q. Khan
Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan played a major role in developing Pakistan’s nuclear capability.The Basic Democracies system was introduced in which year?1956 195819591962The Basic Democracies system was introduced by General Ayub Khan in 1959 to decentralize government and increase participation.
Who was the Prime Minister of Pakistan during the 1971 war?Zulfikar Ali BhuttoYahya KhanLiaquat Ali KhanNurul AminD) Nurul AminNurul Amin served briefly as Prime Minister during the final phase of the 1971 war when East Pakistan became Bangladesh.
When did Pakistan become a republic? 14 August 1947 23 March 19568 June 19621977B) 23 March 1956Pakistan became the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on 23 March 1956, when its first constitution was implemented.
What does GDP stand for?Gross Domestic ProductGeneral Duty ProtocolGross Development Percentage Government Defined PolicyA) Gross Domestic ProductGDP refers to the total market value of all goods and services produced in a country in a specific time period.
The “One Belt, One Road” initiative is launched by which country?USAChinaRussia Japan B) ChinaThis is China’s global development strategy which includes the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Who was the first female Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan?Benazir BhuttoHina Rabbani KharFahmida MirzaTehmina DaultanaC) Fahmida Mirza Fahmida Mirza became the first woman Speaker of the National Assembly in 2008.
What is the tenure of a Senator in Pakistan?3 years4 years5 years6 years D) 6 years Members of the Senate in Pakistan serve a 6-year term, with half retiring every 3 years.
The highest civil award in Pakistan is? Sitara-i-ImtiazHilal-i-ImtiazNishan-e-PakistanTamgha-e-ShujaatC) Nishan-e-Pakistan Nishan-e-Pakistan is the highest civilian award, given for outstanding service to the nation.
Which gas is used in refrigerators?OxygenMethaneFreonCarbon dioxide C) FreonFreon (a group of CFCs) is commonly used as a refrigerant in air conditioners and refrigerators.
Which vitamin is produced in the human body when exposed to sunlight?Vitamin A Vitamin BVitamin C Vitamin D: D) Vitamin D The body produces Vitamin D when exposed to UV rays from sunlight, essential for bone health.
What is the SI unit of electric current?Volt WattAmpereOhmC) Ampere Ampere is the SI unit for electric current, named after André-Marie Ampère.
The country with the largest Muslim population is: Pakistan Saudi ArabiaIndonesiaTurkeyC) IndonesiaIndonesia has the largest Muslim population in the world, with over 200 million Muslims.
The Sui Gas Field, Pakistan's largest natural gas field, is located in which province?SindhPunjabKhyber Pakhtunkhwa Balochistan D) Balochistan The Sui Gas Field is located near the town of Sui in the Dera Bugti District of Balochistan province.
The Silk Road, an ancient network of trade routes, connected China with which continent?South AmericaNorth AmericaEuropeAustraliaC) Europe The Silk Road was a vital trade route that connected the East and West, primarily linking China with Europe and the Mediterranean.
The Gwadar International Airport is the largest airport in Pakistan by area. The airport was recently made operational with a runway that can accommodate which type of aircraft?Airbus A320Airbus A330Boeing 747Airbus A380D) Airbus A380The newly operational Gwadar International Airport, funded by China, has a 3.6 km runway and is designed to accommodate large aircraft, including the Airbus A380.
Which of the following international organizations is celebrating 2025 as the "International Year of Cooperatives"?The United Nations (UN)The European Union (EU)The World Trade Organization (WTO)The International Monetary Fund (IMF)A) The United Nations (UN)The UN General Assembly proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives to highlight their role in sustainable development and economic resilience.
The main purpose of the Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project in Pakistan is to: Increase passenger fares to improve revenue Transform Pakistan's main rail artery to enhance travel and tradeBuild a new railway network to connect northern and southern citiesConvert all railway tracks to high-speed bullet trainsB) Transform Pakistan's main rail artery to enhance travel and tradeThe ML-1 project, a major component of CPEC, aims to upgrade and modernize Pakistan's main railway line to improve the speed and efficiency of passenger and freight traffic.
The World Economic Forum's 2025 meeting in Davos will focus on which of the following themes?Combating global povertyCollaboration for the Intelligent Age Sustainable development goalsGlobal trade agreements B) Collaboration for the Intelligent AgeThe theme for the 2025 World Economic Forum meeting in Davos is 'Collaboration for the Intelligent Age,' focusing on the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence and new technologies.
Which country is set to host the UN Climate Change Conference, also known as COP30, in November 2025?BrazilGermany FranceChinaA)BrazilThe 30th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) will be held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10-21, 2025.
In 2025, Pakistan was appointed to chair which of the following United Nations Security Council (UNSC) committees?Counter-Terrorism Committee (1373) ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee (1267)Taliban Sanctions Committee (1988)Peacekeeping Operations CommitteeC)Taliban Sanctions Committee (1988)In a significant diplomatic development, Pakistan was appointed to chair the UN Security Council's 1988 Taliban Sanctions Committee in 2025, in addition to being elected as Vice-Chair of the Counter-Terrorism Committee (1373).
In August 2025, the federal cabinet of Pakistan approved a new policy aimed at creating a complete AI ecosystem. This new policy is named the:National AI Policy 2025Pakistan Digital PolicyNational Technology BlueprintAI and Innovation StrategyA) National AI Policy 2025The new policy was approved to democratize access to AI, enhance public services, and create new employment opportunities for the youth.
What is the key target of Pakistan's recently launched New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-2030? To have 50% of new vehicles be electric by 2030To reduce reliance on public transportTo achieve 30% of all new vehicle sales as NEVs by 2030To phase out all diesel vehicles by 2030C) To achieve 30% of all new vehicle sales as NEVs by 2030The policy aims to promote a shift from fossil fuels to electric mobility, setting a goal for 30% of new vehicle sales to be New Energy Vehicles by the year 2030.
In August 2025, Pakistan's Ministry of Planning launched a new initiative to promote artificial intelligence and innovation among youth. What is this initiative called?Digital Pakistan InitiativeNational Technology Blueprint URAAN AI Techathon 1.0 Pakistan Innovation SummitC)URAAN AI Techathon 1.0The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives launched the URAAN AI Techathon 1.0 to bring together young minds to solve real-world problems through artificial intelligence.
A new "super app" is being developed in Pakistan that will serve as a one-stop gateway for government services. This platform will utilize which existing system for authentication and biometrics?NADRA's National Digital Identity (NDI) systemThe Federal Board of Revenue's (FBR) tax portalThe Ehsaas Program databaseThe Pakistan Post tracking systemA)NADRA's National Digital Identity (NDI) systemThe new National Super App and Web Portal will rely on the National Digital Identity (NDI) system, which includes the use of digital IDs and biometrics from NADRA for authentication.
In August 2025, which international organization reviewed Pakistan's progress in science and technology during an official visit?The World Bank The International Monetary Fund (IMF)The European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN)The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)C)The European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) On August 29, 2025, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) reviewed Pakistan's progress in science and technology.
Which of the following is an initiative of the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives aimed at mobilizing Pakistani youth to solve real-world challenges through artificial intelligence? Digital Pakistan VisionURAAN AI Techathon 1.0National Innovation MissionAI for All ChallengeB)URAAN AI Techathon 1.0The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives launched the URAAN AI Techathon 1.0 on August 18, 2025, as a flagship initiative to empower youth and transform key sectors of the economy through AI.
In August 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the completion of a 100-megawatt solar power project within one year in which region of Pakistan?Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Gilgit-Baltistan PunjabSindhB) Gilgit-Baltistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the fast-track completion of a 100-megawatt solar project in Gilgit-Baltistan, with the goal of providing uninterrupted, low-cost electricity.
The URAAN AI Techathon 1.0, launched by Pakistan's Ministry of Planning, is aimed at promoting which specific field of technology?Internet of Things (IoT) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Blockchain TechnologyCloud ComputingB) Artificial Intelligence (AI) The URAAN AI Techathon 1.0 is a flagship initiative designed to mobilize Pakistan's youth and professionals to solve real-world challenges through artificial intelligence (AI).