Q1. When did the APS Peshawar attack occur?
A) 14th December 2014
B) 16th December 2014
C) 18th December 2014
D) 20th December 2014
Answer: 16th December 2014
Explanation: The tragic APS Peshawar attack took place on 16th December 2014, marking a dark day in Pakistan’s history, when terrorists targeted a school, resulting in the loss of many innocent lives.

Q2. What is the full form of NAB, which was established on 16th November 1999?
A) National Accountability Bureau
B) National Authority Board
C) National Administrative Body
D) National Anti-Bribery Bureau
Answer: National Accountability Bureau
Explanation: NAB stands for National Accountability Bureau, a Pakistani institution aimed at combating corruption and promoting transparency.

Q3. On which date was the NRO ordinance issued?
A) 1st October 2007
B) 3rd October 2007
C) 5th October 2007
D) 7th October 2007
Answer: 5th October 2007
Explanation: The National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO) was promulgated on 5th October 2007 to facilitate political reconciliation.

Q4. Al-Jazeera is a news channel based in which country?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Qatar
C) UAE
D) Kuwait
Answer: Qatar
Explanation: Al-Jazeera is an international news network headquartered in Doha, Qatar, known for its coverage of global issues.

Q5. When was the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan established?
A) 11th September 2002
B) 14th August 2002
C) 1st October 2003
D) 31st December 2001
Answer: 11th September 2002
Explanation: The HEC was established on 11th September 2002 to oversee the development and quality of higher education in Pakistan.

Q6. Which province of Pakistan is the most urbanized?
A) Punjab
B) Balochistan
C) Sindh
D) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Answer: Sindh
Explanation: Sindh, home to Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, is the most urbanized province with a significant population residing in urban areas.

Q7. Who was the first child born after the migration (Hijra) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?
A) Hasan bin Ali
B) Abdullah bin Umar
C) Abdullah bin Zubair
D) Ali bin Abu Talib
Answer: Abdullah bin Zubair
Explanation: Abdullah bin Zubair was the first child born to the Muhajirun after their migration to Medina.

Q8. The economy of Oman heavily depends on which resource?
A) Agriculture
B) Tourism
C) Oil
D) Natural Gas
Answer: Oil
Explanation: Oman’s economy is primarily reliant on its oil reserves, which contribute significantly to its GDP.

Q9. What is the cause of “mouth-lock” in diseases like Tetanus?
A) Viral infection
B) Bacterial infection
C) Fungal infection
D) None of these
Answer: Bacterial infection
Explanation: Tetanus, caused by Clostridium tetani, leads to muscle stiffness, including jaw muscles, resulting in “lockjaw.”

Q10. Who is known as Baba-e-Sahafat in Pakistan?
A) Altaf Hussain
B) Maulana Zafar Ali Khan
C) Hamid Mir
D) Allama Iqbal
Answer: Maulana Zafar Ali Khan
Explanation: Maulana Zafar Ali Khan is regarded as the “Father of Journalism” in Pakistan for his contributions to Urdu journalism.

Q11. On which river is the Aswan Dam located?
A) Amazon
B) Indus
C) The Nile
D) Yangtze
Answer: The Nile
Explanation: The Aswan Dam, a key Egyptian infrastructure project, is built on the Nile River.

Q12. What does the “Cave of Hira” signify in Islamic history?
A) Jabl-e-Noor
B) Battle of Uhud
C) Migration of the Prophet
D) Cave of Thawr
Answer: Jabl-e-Noor
Explanation: The Cave of Hira, located on Jabl-e-Noor, is where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first revelation of the Quran.

Q13. When was the Zakat & Ushr Ordinance implemented in Pakistan?
A) 1980
B) 1978
C) 1985
D) 1990
Answer: 1980
Explanation: The Zakat & Ushr Ordinance was introduced in 1980 to implement Islamic principles of wealth distribution in Pakistan.

Q14. How much of the earth’s surface is covered by Russia?
A) 1/5th
B) 1/8th
C) 1/10th
D) 1/6th
Answer: 1/8th
Explanation: Russia, the largest country in the world, spans 1/8th of the earth’s total surface area.

Q15. What was Pakistan’s first English film?
A) Jinnah
B) Beyond the Last Mountain
C) The Day Shall Dawn
D) Bol
Answer: Beyond the Last Mountain
Explanation: Released in 1976, Beyond the Last Mountain was Pakistan’s first English-language film, focusing on social issues.

Q16. When was the Pakistan Volleyball Federation founded?
A) 1953
B) 1960
C) 1955
D) 1965
Answer: 1955
Explanation: The Pakistan Volleyball Federation was founded on 31st January 1955 to regulate and promote volleyball in Pakistan.

Q17. Where was the game of Handball introduced?
A) Germany
B) Denmark
C) France
D) England
Answer: Denmark
Explanation: Handball was introduced in Denmark in 1897 and later became a popular international sport.

Q18. What does the ‘Chop’ refer to in Table Tennis?
A) Offensive stroke
B) Defensive stroke
C) Serving technique
D) Serving spin
Answer: Defensive stroke
Explanation: In Table Tennis, the ‘Chop’ is a defensive stroke used to impart backspin on the ball, typically executed close to the table.

Q19. What article of the Constitution of Pakistan guarantees the ‘Right to Life’?
A) Article 10
B) Article 15
C) Article 9
D) Article 20
Answer: Article 9
Explanation: Article 9 of the Constitution of Pakistan guarantees the fundamental right to life and liberty for all citizens.

Q20. How many Islamic republics are there in the world?
A) 6
B) 3
C) 5
D) 4
Answer: 4
Explanation: The four Islamic republics in the world are Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, and Mauritania.

Q21. What percentage of a human’s body weight is blood?
A) 5%
B) 7%
C) 10%
D) 12%
Answer: 7%
Explanation: Blood constitutes approximately 7% of the total body weight in an average adult human.

Q22. How many bits are there in 1 byte?
A) 4
B) 8
C) 16
D) 10
Answer: 8
Explanation: One byte consists of 8 bits, which is the fundamental unit of digital data in computer systems.

Q23. When was Kalbhosan Yadav arrested from Masakhel (Balochistan)?
A) 1st March 2016
B) 3rd March 2016
C) 10th March 2016
D) 5th February 2016
Answer: 3rd March 2016
Explanation: Kalbhosan Yadav, an Indian spy, was arrested by Pakistani authorities from Masakhel, Balochistan on 3rd March 2016.

Q24. Where is the Lighthouse of Alexandria located?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Egypt
C) Morocco
D) Lebanon
Answer: Egypt
Explanation: The Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was located on the small island of Pharos in Alexandria, Egypt.

Q25. When were the first Oscar Awards given?
A) 1918
B) 16th May 1929
C) 1920
D) 1930
Answer: 16th May 1929
Explanation: The first Academy Awards ceremony, commonly known as the Oscars, was held on 16th May 1929.

Q26. What is considered the brain of the computer?
A) Monitor
B) CPU
C) Keyboard
D) Hard Drive
Answer: CPU
Explanation: The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the primary component of a computer responsible for interpreting and executing instructions, often referred to as the brain of the computer.

Q27. What is Task Manager in computing?
A) System software
B) Utility Software
C) Application software
D) Hardware
Answer: Utility Software
Explanation: Task Manager is a utility software in operating systems that allows users to view and manage running processes, applications, and system performance.

Q28. How often are the Asian Games held?
A) Every 3 years
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 4 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: Every 4 years
Explanation: The Asian Games are held every 4 years, bringing together athletes from across Asia to compete in various sports.

Q29. Where does Ibn-e-Khuldoon belong?
A) Egypt
B) Tunisia
C) Algeria
D) Morocco
Answer: Tunisia
Explanation: Ibn-e-Khuldoon was a renowned scholar, philosopher, and historian from Tunisia, widely known for his work on sociology and history.

Q30. What is the significance of the Zakat & Ushr Ordinance of 1980 in Pakistan?
A) It regulates trade
B) It implements Islamic wealth distribution
C) It governs education policy
D) It ensures agricultural reforms
Answer: It implements Islamic wealth distribution
Explanation: The Zakat & Ushr Ordinance of 1980 aimed to implement the Islamic principles of wealth distribution by collecting Zakat (charity) and Ushr (agricultural tax).