If the age of Sarmad is 5 times of Ahmad and Ahmad’s age is 24 years less than Sarmad. What is the age of Sarmad?
- (A) 28
- (B) 30
- (C) 32
- (D) 33
- (B) 30
Change the narration: The poor beggar said, “O God! Have mercy on my soul”.
- (A) The poor beggar exclaimed that God have mercy on his soul
- (B) The poor beggar told God to have mercy on his soul
- (C) The poor beggar invoking God implored him to have mercy on his soul
- (D) The beggar prayed to God to have mercy on his soul
- (D) The beggar prayed to God to have mercy on his soul
The original sentence, “O God! Have mercy on my soul,” is a prayer spoken by the beggar. In indirect speech, the meaning should remain unchanged. The correct way to report a prayer is by using verbs like “prayed to” or “begged,” rather than verbs such as “exclaimed” or “told,” which imply shouting or giving instructions. Therefore, the proper reported form is: “The beggar prayed to God to have mercy on his soul.”
Which country is known to have the largest active military force in the world?
- (A) America
- (B) China
- (C) India
- (D) Russia
- (B) China
Based on the number of active military personnel, China has the largest army in the world. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has over 2 million active-duty soldiers, making it the largest standing force, ahead of India, the United States, and Russia. China consistently ranks first, with approximately 2.03 million active personnel.
When did the World Trade Organization (WTO) replace GATT?
- (A) 1 January, 1995
- (B) 1 January, 1998
- (C) 1 December, 1999
- (D) 1 June, 1980
- (A) 1 January, 1995
The World Trade Organization (WTO) officially replaced the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) on 1 January 1995 under the Marrakech Agreement. While GATT had governed international trade since 1948, the WTO was created as its successor to oversee and manage the modern global trading system.
Which are based on mathematical formulas that define geometric primitives such as polygons, lines and curves?
- (A) Vector graphics
- (B) Raster graphics or bitmap
- (C) Colour graphics
- (D) Negative graphics
- (A) Vector graphics
Vector graphics are made using mathematical formulas that define geometric shapes like points, lines, curves, and polygons. Since they rely on equations rather than a fixed grid of pixels, they can be scaled to any size without losing quality or becoming pixelated.
Ismail Guljee was a renowned Pakistani _____:
- (A) Athlete
- (B) Painter
- (C) Singer
- (D) Actor
- (B) Painter
Ismail Gulgee was a celebrated Pakistani painter and sculptor, known for his abstract works and calligraphic art. A self-taught artist, he combined Islamic calligraphy with action painting, creating a distinctive style. He was also renowned for his portraits of international leaders.
Akram ran around a half kilometer jogging track 17 times. How many kilometers did he run?
- (A) 6.5 km
- (B) 7.7 km
- (C) 8.5 km
- (D) 8.8 km
- (C) 8.5 km
Which of the following has legs but cannot walk?
- (A) Cuckoo
- (B) Paver
- (C) Hummingbird
- (D) Owl
- (C) Hummingbird
Hummingbirds do have legs and feet, but they are very small and weak, built mainly for perching and shuffling sideways on branches rather than walking or hopping. Their anatomy is highly specialized for flight, making them poorly suited for movement on the ground.
The literal meaning of the word “Iblees” is:
- (A) Angry one
- (B) Deprived one
- (C) Disputatious one
- (D) Disappointed one
- (D) Disappointed one
The word “Iblees” (إِبْلِيس) comes from the Arabic root b-l-s (بَلَسَ), which literally means to despair or to be despondent. This reflects the etymological sense of balasa, describing someone who has “given up hope” or despairs of God’s mercy. In Islamic theology, he is called Iblees because he despaired of Allah’s mercy after committing disobedience.
“Bild” is a famous newspaper of:
- (A) Germany
- (B) UK
- (C) Israel
- (D) Denmark
- (A) Germany
Bild is a major daily tabloid in Germany, first published in 1952. Known for its sensational headlines, large images, and wide circulation, it is one of the most widely read newspapers in the country. Unlike serious broadsheets, Bild emphasizes entertainment, celebrity news, and bold reporting, making it a household name in Germany.