Which is the capital of Bulgaria?
Correct answer is: B. Sofia
Sofia is the capital city of Bulgaria.
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What is the complete square (perfect square form) of x² + 18x + 81?
Correct answer is: B. (x+9)²
x² + 18x + 81 = (x + 9)² (since 2*9 = 18 and 9² = 81).
Samiullah is associated with which sport?
Correct answer is: C. Hockey
Samiullah Khan, known as “The Flying Horse,” was a famous Pakistani hockey player.
Gandhi–Irwin Pact ended in which movement?
Correct answer is: B. Civil Disobedience Movement
The Gandhi–Irwin Pact (1931) ended the Civil Disobedience Movement temporarily.
Ice floats on water because:
Correct answer is: B. Water is denser than ice
Ice floats because ice is less dense than liquid water — water is denser than ice.
In which year was Malala Yousafzai awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
Correct answer is: B. 2014
Malala received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014 along with Kailash Satyarthi.
Who was the first President of Pakistan?
Correct answer is: B. Iskandar Mirza
Iskandar Mirza became Pakistan’s first President in 1956.
Taste buds are for:
Correct answer is: B. Selection/ Taste perception
Taste buds detect flavors (sweet, salty, sour, bitter, umami) — they help in selecting food (and detecting spoilage/toxins).
Bin Qasim Port was established in:
Correct answer is: C. 1973
The port was officially established in 1973, though operations began in 1980.
Which leader was assassinated on 27 December 2007 in Rawalpindi?
Correct answer is: C. Benazir Bhutto
Benazir Bhutto was assassinated at Liaquat Bagh, Rawalpindi in 2007.
Soil erosion is caused by:
Correct answer is: A. Deforestation
Removal of vegetation cover (deforestation) increases runoff and accelerates soil erosion.
When were diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China established?
Correct answer is: B. May 21, 1951
Pakistan and China officially established diplomatic ties on 21 May 1951.
Dyarchy was introduced in the sub-continent by:
Correct answer is: B. British Government
Dyarchy was introduced under the Government of India Act 1919 by the British.
Which is the nearest major galaxy to Earth (outside the Milky Way)?
Correct answer is: B. Andromeda Galaxy
The Andromeda Galaxy (M31) is the nearest large spiral galaxy to the Milky Way (~2.5 million ly).
Special courts in Pakistan were established by which amendment?
Correct answer is: C. 12th
The 12th Amendment (1991) introduced special courts for heinous crimes.
Which team made its debut in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?
Correct answer is: B. Afghanistan
Afghanistan qualified for and made their first appearance in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. (Testbook)
Which of the following is an example of a mineral acid?
Correct answer is: C. Sulfuric acid
Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) is a strong mineral (inorganic) acid; the others are organic acids.
For how many years did the Constitution of Pakistan 1962 remain in effect?
Correct answer is: D. 7 years
The 1962 Constitution lasted until 1969 (about 7 years).
Who is the current President of Iran?
Correct answer is: C. Masoud Pezeshkian
Masoud Pezeshkian won the 2024 presidential election and is Iran’s president (took office 2024). (Wikipedia)
How many vertebrae are there in the adult human body (counting fused bones as in adult anatomy)?
Correct answer is: A. 33
There are 33 vertebrae in the adult human body, though these are grouped into 5 regions and include 5 fused sacral and 4 fused coccygeal vertebrae. The total counts include 7 cervical (neck), 12 thoracic (chest), 5 lumbar (lower back), 5 sacral (fused), and 4 coccygeal (fused).
Breakdown of Vertebrae
Cervical Vertebrae: 7
Thoracic Vertebrae: 12
Lumbar Vertebrae: 5
Sacral Vertebrae: 5 (fused)
Coccygeal Vertebrae: 4 (fused, forming the coccyx or tailbone)
Total: 7 + 12 + 5 + 5 + 4 = 33
Breakdown of Vertebrae
Cervical Vertebrae: 7
Thoracic Vertebrae: 12
Lumbar Vertebrae: 5
Sacral Vertebrae: 5 (fused)
Coccygeal Vertebrae: 4 (fused, forming the coccyx or tailbone)
Total: 7 + 12 + 5 + 5 + 4 = 33
Realism theory in international relations is most closely associated with which personality?
Correct answer is: C. Hans J. Morgenthau
Morgenthau is the main theorist of realism in modern IR.
Third Battle of Panipat was fought between:
Correct answer is: C. Marathas & Afghan forces
In 1761, Ahmad Shah Abdali’s Afghans defeated the Marathas at Panipat.
Hungary remained under the control of Ottoman Empire how many years?
Correct answer is: C. 158 years
The Ottomans ruled central Hungary between 1541 and 1699.
Zoom App is used for?
Correct answer is: C. Video Conferencing
Zoom is widely used for online video meetings and webinars.
Name of Anti-globalization movement:
Correct answer is: C. Global Justice Movement
Name of Anti-globalization movement: Global Justice Movement
Correct answer: Global Justice Movement
Correct answer: Global Justice Movement
Explanation:
The Global Justice Movement (also called the anti-globalization movement, alter-globalization, etc.) is a loose network of groups advocating social justice, fair trade, and opposing the excesses of corporate globalization.
Participants typically do not oppose globalization generally (communication, culture, people), but oppose corporate/ neoliberal globalization — especially free trade agreements, WTO policies, IMF/WB influences, environmental damage, inequality.