SPSC Assistant Sub-Inspector Paper held on 27th January 2024

Correct Answer: B. 1955

The Kotri Barrage, also known as the Ghulam Muhammad Barrage, was opened in 1955. It is near Hyderabad and is nearly 3,000 feet (900 metres) long. The right-bank canal provides additional water to the city of Karachi.

Correct Answer: B. Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) was set up in pursuance of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan Act, 1997. The SECP was initially responsible for the regulation of corporate sector and capital market.

Correct Answer: B. Justice Musrat Hilali

Musarrat Hilali (born 8 August 1961) is a Pakistani judge who has become the second female judge to be elevated to the country’s Supreme Court.

Correct Answer: A. Brexit

Correct Answer: B. Karakoram Range

Correct Answer: C.33%

Correct Answer: B. 1956

Correct Answer: D. Mount Erebus

Correct Answer: D. Gilgit Baltistan

Correct Answer: C. Israel and Palestine

The Armistice Line created in 1949 was primarily between Israel and its neighboring Arab states, not a distinct line specifically between Israel and Palestine. The armistice agreements resulted from the 1948 Arab-Israeli War.
So, to clarify:
C. Israel and Its Neighboring Arab States (Jordan, Egypt, Syria, and Lebanon)

Correct Answer: A. Command Line Interface

MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System) is a command-line interface (CLI) operating system. It primarily relies on text-based commands for user interaction rather than a graphical user interface (GUI) which is more common in modern operating systems. Users interact with MS-DOS by typing commands at a command prompt.

Correct Answer: D. Lahore

Correct Answer: C. Neptune

Correct Answer: B. Karachi

Correct Answer: C. 10√3

Correct Answer: C. 525

The number that does not possess a square root among the options given is C. 525.
Explanation:
The square root of 81 is 9 (9 * 9 = 81).
The square root of 900 is 30 (30 * 30 = 900).
The square root of 9 is 3 (3 * 3 = 9).
However, 525 does not have an exact whole number square root.

Correct Answer: B. China

China has played a significant role in the development, economy and security of Pakistan, with relationship beginning in 1950 when Pakistan was among the first countries to enter into official diplomatic relations with the Republic of China (on Taiwan Island) and recognizes the People’s Republic of China (PRC)

Correct Answer: B. 1922

Correct Answer: B. Egypt

Correct Answer: A. Lord Curzon

Correct Answer: B. 1893

Correct Answer: A. Based on Two Houses

Correct Answer: D. Karakoram

The highest pass in Pakistan is the Khunjerab Pass, which is part of the Karakoram Range. Therefore, the correct answer is:
D. Karakoram

Correct Answer: A. Henry Becquerel

Correct Answer: C. South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation

Correct Answer: A. 05

The veto powers in the United Nations Security Council are held by five permanent members: the United States, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom. Therefore, the correct answer is:
A. 05

Correct Answer: B. 1945

Correct Answer: C. 25th

The government merged Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in 2018 through 25th Constitutional Amendment. It abolished the discriminatory status of FATA after 70 years and granted basic fundamental rights to the people.

Correct Answer: C. 1955

It was then that the Government of Pakistan decided to form a state-owned airline and invited Orient Airways to merge with it. The outcome of the merger was the birth of a new airline, named Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on 11 March, 1955.

Correct Answer: C. Vitamin D

Correct Answer: C. National Command and Operation Center

Correct Answer: A. Star

Correct Answer: A. Sindh Electric Power Regulatory Authority

Correct Answer: B. Benazir Bhutto

Correct Answer: A. 300

Let’s denote the number as x. The problem states that 60% of x is added to 120, and the result is the same as the original number. Mathematically, this can be represented as:
0.6x+120=x
Now, let’s solve for x:
0.6x=x−120
0.4x=120
x=0.4120
x=300
So, the number is 300. Therefore, the correct option is: A. 300

Correct Answer: B. 1906

The All-India Muslim League (popularised as the Muslim League) was a political party established in 1906 in British India. The first session of the party was held in Karachi in 1907. Muhammad Ali Jinnah joined the league in 1913.

Correct Answer: B. 16

Correct Answer: C. The Hindukash

The Hindu Kush Range is a mountain range that spans Afghanistan and Pakistan. It is a part of the larger Himalayan mountain system. The name “Hindu Kush” is of Persian origin and is often translated to mean “Kills the Hindu” in reference to the hazardous nature of the mountain passes.

Correct Answer: B. 6 August 1945

On August 6, 1945, during World War II, the United States dropped an atomic bomb named “Little Boy” on the city of Hiroshima, Japan. The bombing resulted in significant destruction and loss of life. Hiroshima was chosen as a target because it was a major industrial and military center.
The use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and later on Nagasaki played a crucial role in bringing about Japan’s surrender and the end of World War II. The bombings remain highly controversial, with debates about the ethical and moral implications of the use of nuclear weapons. The events marked a turning point in history and had a profound impact on global politics and the course of the post-war world.

Correct Answer: D. Peru

Correct Answer: D. 10th December

World Human Rights Day is observed on December 10th each year. It commemorates the day in 1948 when the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The UDHR is a milestone document that proclaims the inalienable rights to which everyone is entitled as a human being, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, or other status.

Correct Answer: A. 60

Correct Answer: D. Laser

Compact discs (CDs) use laser technology for reading and writing data. The data on a C LASER means Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. It was discovered by TheodoreH. Maiman in the year 1960.D is encoded in the form of tiny pits on the surface of the disc, and a laser beam is used to read and interpret this information.

Correct Answer: B. Turkey

Turkey is a country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, with a small portion of its territory in southeastern Europe and the majority in western Asia. It is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. Turkey became a member of NATO in 1952 and has been an important ally within the alliance.

Correct Answer: A. Indonesia

Komodo dragons are native to Indonesia, specifically the islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, Gili Motang, and Padar. They are the largest lizards on Earth and are known for their impressive size and predatory behavior.

Correct Answer: B. Mangrove Forests

Mangrove forests are known for their ability to act as natural barriers against cyclones and tsunamis. The dense network of mangrove trees and their complex root systems helps absorb and dissipate the energy of strong winds and storm surges associated with cyclones, providing protection to coastal areas.

Correct Answer: A. Anna May Wong

Actress Anna May Wong is set to become the first Asian American to be featured on US currency. She will appear as part of an effort to feature notable women on American quarters.
Wong, who is considered the first Chinese American film star in Hollywood, is the fifth and final woman to be individually featured on the coin this year.
The quarter will enter general circulation on Monday.
It will feature President George Washington on one side and Wong on the other.

Correct Answer: A. Catalonia

The Catalan independence movement (Catalan: independentisme català; Spanish: independentismo catalán; Occitan: independentisme catalan) is a social and political movement (with roots in Catalan nationalism) which seeks the independence of Catalonia from Spain.

Correct Answer: A. Thar Desert

The Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert, is located in the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent. It spans parts of India and Pakistan, covering an area of approximately 200,000 square kilometers (77,000 square miles). The desert is characterized by arid and semi-arid conditions, with low rainfall and high temperatures. Despite its arid nature, the Thar Desert is often called the “only green desert of the world” because it is not entirely devoid of vegetation. The presence of certain plant species, such as drought-resistant shrubs, thorny bushes, and grasses, allows for some greenery in certain areas of the desert. Additionally, during the monsoon season, the Thar Desert experiences a brief period of increased rainfall, leading to the blossoming of flowers and temporary vegetation.

Correct Answer: A. 5th February