Repeated MCQs from Past Papers (Quiz 01)
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1. Which article of the constitution of Pakistan deals with bonded labor and slavery?
A) Article 11
B) Article 19
C) Article 25
D) Article 14
Explanation: The correct article is **Article 11**, which explicitly prohibits slavery, all forms of forced labour, and traffic in human beings as a fundamental right.
2. From where did the Arab Spring started?
A) Egypt
B) Tunisia
C) Libya
D) Syria
Explanation: The Arab Spring began in **Tunisia** in December 2010, following the self-immolation of a street vendor, Mohamed Bouazizi, in the city of Sidi Bouzid.
3. ANSA is the news agency of which country?
A) Spain
B) Germany
C) Italy
D) France
Explanation: ANSA (**A**genzia **N**azionale **S**tampa **A**ssociata) is the leading news agency of **Italy**.
4. The America's Cup is associated with which sport?
A) Horse Racing
B) Polo
C) Cricket
D) Sailing
Explanation: The America's Cup is the world's oldest international competition in **Sailing** (Yacht Racing).
5. What is the meaning of 'Sui generis'?
A) Self-governing
B) Of its own kind
C) Under all circumstances
D) Against the rules
Explanation: *Sui generis* is a Latin phrase meaning "**of its own kind**" or "**in a class by itself**," denoting uniqueness.
6. Which statement is generally considered an inaccurate description of the balance of power?
A) Legislature is under judiciary
B) Judiciary can review laws passed by the Legislature
C) The Executive and Legislature operate independently
D) There is a system of checks and balances
Explanation: The statement "**Legislature is under judiciary**" is inaccurate. Both are independent branches in a democracy, with the Judiciary having the power of Judicial Review (a check), but the Legislature is not structurally subordinate.
7. How many years did Nelson Mandela remain behind the bars?
A) 18 years
B) 25 years
C) 27 years
D) 30 years
Explanation: Nelson Mandela spent **27 years** in prison, from 1964 to 1990.
8. Which sea is located in Central Asia?
A) Black Sea
B) Mediterranean Sea
C) Dead Sea
D) Aral Sea
Explanation: The **Aral Sea** is a large endorheic lake (often called a sea) located in Central Asia, on the border between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
9. The wheel (Dharmachakra) is a primary symbol of which major religion?
A) Buddhism
B) Judaism
C) Christianity
D) Sikhism
Explanation: The wheel (Dharmachakra) is a major symbol in **Buddhism**, representing the Buddha's teachings (Dharma) and the path to enlightenment.
10. The Maple Leaf is the national symbol of which country?
A) USA
B) Australia
C) New Zealand
D) Canada
Explanation: The Maple Leaf is the recognized national symbol of **Canada** and is prominently featured on its flag.
