AJKPSC Test Urdu Syllabus

Urdu syllabus — full chapter and topic list

Expand any chapter to see its topics and sub-topics. This is the whole examinable outline for Urdu in AJKPSC Test, not a summary of it.

1. 1

   Urdu Essay (Mazmoon Nigari)

   3 topics

   • Outline and Structure of an Urdu Essay
   • Persuasive and Descriptive Essays
   • Idiomatic Expression and Proverbs
2. 2

   Precis and Composition (Talkhees)

   2 topics

   • Summarizing an Urdu Passage
   • Selecting an Appropriate Title
3. 3

   Letter and Application Writing (Khat o Darkhwast)

   2 topics

   • Official and Personal Letters
   • Applications and Petitions
4. 4

   Urdu Grammar (Qawaid)

   4 topics

   • Ism, Fail and Harf
   • Tazkeer o Taanees (Gender)
   • Wahid Jama (Singular and Plural)
   • Sentence Correction (Tasheeh-e-Jumla)
5. 5

   Urdu Literature (Adab)

   3 topics

   • Major Poets and Their Works
   • Prose Writers and Genres
   • Literary Movements

Urdu flashcards for AJKPSC Test

25 of 50 cards from the Urdu deck — real questions with worked answers.

1. What are the three main structural parts of a standard Urdu essay (mazmoon)?

   Tamheed (introduction/aaghaz), Nafs-e-Mazmoon (main body/discussion), and Ikhtitam (conclusion/natija).

2. What is the purpose of the 'Tamheed' in an Urdu essay?

   It is the introduction that opens the topic, gives background, and draws the reader in—often with a quote, verse (sher), or general statement leading to the thesis.

3. What is the function of the 'Nafs-e-Mazmoon' (main body) of an Urdu essay?

   It develops the central idea through logically ordered paragraphs, each presenting one point with arguments, evidence, examples, and details supporting the thesis.

4. What should the 'Ikhtitam' (conclusion) of an Urdu essay accomplish?

   It summarizes the main points, restates the central idea, and leaves a final impression or recommendation—without introducing new arguments.

5. What is the defining purpose of a persuasive (tarseeli/iqna'i) Urdu essay?

   To convince the reader of a particular opinion or stance using logical arguments, evidence, and rhetorical appeal so they accept the writer's viewpoint.

6. What is the defining purpose of a descriptive (tafseeli/bayania) Urdu essay?

   To paint a vivid picture of a person, place, object, scene, or experience using sensory detail and imagery, so the reader can visualize it clearly.

7. How does a persuasive essay differ from a descriptive essay in Urdu writing?

   A persuasive essay argues to change opinion using logic and evidence; a descriptive essay portrays and creates imagery without arguing a position.

8. In Urdu, what is a 'muhavara' (idiom)?

   A fixed phrase whose meaning differs from the literal meaning of its words, e.g., 'aasteen ka saanp' meaning a hidden enemy/traitor.

9. In Urdu, what is a 'zarb-ul-misl' (proverb)?

   A short, complete traditional saying expressing a general truth or moral lesson, e.g., 'naach na jaane aangan tedha' (a bad workman blames his tools).

10. What is the difference between a 'muhavara' and a 'zarb-ul-misl' in Urdu?

    A muhavara (idiom) is an incomplete fixed phrase whose form changes with the sentence; a zarb-ul-misl (proverb) is a complete, fixed sentence conveying a moral or universal truth.

11. What does the Urdu idiom 'aasteen ka saanp' mean?

    A treacherous friend or hidden enemy—someone close who secretly does harm.

12. What does the Urdu proverb 'oont ke munh mein zeera' mean?

    An amount far too small for the need—like a cumin seed in a camel's mouth (a drop in the ocean).

13. What does the Urdu idiom 'haath malna' convey?

    To regret or feel remorse after losing an opportunity.

14. What are the key steps to summarize (talkhees) an Urdu passage?

    Read the passage carefully, identify the central idea and main points, omit examples/repetition/details, and rewrite concisely in your own words—usually to about one-third the length.

15. To what proportion of the original is an Urdu talkhees (summary) usually reduced?

    Roughly one-third of the original length, retaining only the essential ideas.

16. In which tense and person is a talkhees (summary) of an Urdu passage generally written?

    In the third person and usually past tense, in the summarizer's own words rather than copying the original wording.

17. What qualities make an appropriate title (unwan) for an Urdu passage?

    It should be short, relevant, comprehensive of the central idea, attractive, and reflect the main theme—not a minor detail.

18. How does one select an appropriate title for an Urdu passage?

    Identify the central theme of the whole passage and express it in a brief, meaningful phrase that captures the main idea, not a side point.

19. What are the standard parts of an official/formal Urdu letter (sarkari khat)?

    Sender's address and date, recipient's designation/address, subject (unwan/maazoo), salutation, body, closing courtesy, and signature with name/designation.

20. How does the tone and language of an official Urdu letter differ from a personal letter?

    An official letter uses formal, impersonal, concise language with a clear subject line; a personal letter (zaati khat) uses informal, warm, emotional language addressed to family or friends.

21. What salutations are typical in a personal Urdu letter to elders versus friends?

    To elders: respectful forms like 'Mohtaram'/'Aadab arz hai'; to friends/peers: affectionate forms like 'Aziz dost' or 'Pyare bhai'.

22. What is the difference between an Urdu 'darkhwast' (application) and a 'arzi/petition'?

    A darkhwast is a formal written request to an authority (e.g., leave, job); a petition/arzi is a formal appeal seeking redress, action, or a favor from an official or court.

23. What are the essential components of an Urdu darkhwast (application)?

    Recipient (designation/office), subject (unwan), respectful salutation, the request body stating the reason, courteous closing, and the applicant's name, signature, and date.

24. In Urdu grammar, what are the three classes of 'kalma' (words)?

    Ism (noun), Fe'l (verb), and Harf (particle/preposition).

25. What is an 'Ism' in Urdu grammar?

    A noun—a word that names a person, place, thing, quality, or concept (e.g., kitaab, Lahore, mohabbat).

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