Showing general subject MCQs — verified paper not yet uploaded.
1,040 MCQs
Verified past-paper data not yet uploaded
No verified paper has been uploaded for CSS Paper Punjabi 2005 MCQs yet.
The MCQs below are drawn from the Punjabi subject category and may not
exactly match this specific paper. Once a verified paper is uploaded the content here
will be replaced automatically.
Showing 1–10
of 1040 MCQs
Page 1 / 104
1
Which judicial body currently serves as the highest court of appeal within the United Kingdom?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The Constitutional Reform Act 2005 led to the establishment of the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom, which officially began its operations in October 2009. It replaced the Appellate Committee of the House of Lords as the final court of appeal for all civil cases in the UK and criminal cases in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
2
Which institution currently serves as the highest court of appeal in the United Kingdom?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Following the Constitutional Reform Act 2005, the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom was established in 2009. It replaced the Appellate Committee of the House of Lords as the final court of appeal for all United Kingdom civil cases and criminal cases from England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
3
On what date did King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia pass away?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who served as the King of Saudi Arabia and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, passed away on August 1, 2005. He had been in poor health for several years prior to his death, leading to his half-brother, Abdullah, assuming the role of de facto ruler before officially succeeding him as King.
4
Where is the current headquarters of the International Cricket Council (ICC) located?
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is the global governing body for cricket. While it was originally founded as the Imperial Cricket Conference in London in 1909, the organization relocated its headquarters to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in 2005. This move was intended to provide a more central location for its global operations and to take advantage of the region's growing importance as a hub for international sports administration and events.
5
In which month and year was Mohamed ElBaradei, the Chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency, awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Mohamed ElBaradei, who served as the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October 2005. The prize was shared between him and the IAEA for their collective efforts to prevent nuclear energy from being used for military purposes and to ensure that nuclear energy for peaceful purposes is used in the safest possible way.
6
The British actor Michael Sheard, who famously portrayed Adolf Hitler in five different productions, passed away on August 31, 2005. What was his nationality?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Michael Sheard was a prolific British character actor. He is well-remembered for his extensive television and film career, most notably for his recurring role as the villainous Mr. Bronson in the series 'Grange Hill' and for his frequent portrayals of Adolf Hitler in various historical dramas and documentaries throughout his career.
7
If February 18, 2005, is a Friday, what day of the week will February 18, 2007, fall on?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
To determine the day, we calculate the number of odd days. From February 18, 2005, to February 18, 2006, is one year (365 days), which contains one odd day. From February 18, 2006, to February 18, 2007, is another year, also containing one odd day. Total odd days equal two. Adding two days to Friday results in Sunday.
8
Where was the third emergency OIC Conference held on December 10, 2005?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The third extraordinary session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit was held in December 2005 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This conference brought together leaders from member states to discuss critical issues facing the Islamic world, including regional stability and socio-economic development. The city of Jeddah served as the host for this significant diplomatic gathering, which aimed to strengthen cooperation among member nations.
9
Which of the following is currently one of the world's largest computer manufacturing companies?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Lenovo is a multinational technology company that has consistently ranked as one of the largest personal computer vendors in the world by unit sales. It acquired IBM's personal computer division in 2005, significantly expanding its global market share.
10
What was the specific location identified as the epicenter of the earthquake that impacted Pakistan on October 8, 2005, situated approximately 100 kilometers north of Islamabad?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The devastating earthquake that struck the Kashmir region on October 8, 2005, had its epicenter near the town of Balakot in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. This seismic event caused widespread destruction across the region, particularly in Balakot and Muzaffarabad, due to its shallow depth and high magnitude of 7.6 on the moment magnitude scale.