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ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs Syllabus
The General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus for ASI Police Test in full: 4 chapters and 13 topics, every one listed below, plus 51 General Knowledge and Current Affairs flashcards with answers.
General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus: all 4 chapters
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Current Affairs of Pakistan
4 topics- National Political Developments
- Economy and Budget
- CPEC and Major Projects
- Recent Appointments and Awards
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International Affairs
3 topics- United Nations and Its Organs
- International Organizations
- Major World Conflicts and Treaties
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World Geography
3 topics- Continents, Oceans and Deserts
- Capitals and Currencies
- Important Boundary Lines and Straits
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Sports and General Awareness
3 topics- Important Days and Events
- Sports and Tournaments
- Abbreviations and Headquarters
ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs flashcards — 51 questions with answers
What is CPEC and which two countries does it connect?
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative connecting Kashgar in China to Gwadar Port in Pakistan.
Which port is the southern terminus and centerpiece of CPEC?
Gwadar Port, located in Balochistan on the Arabian Sea.
What is a federal budget?
The annual financial statement of a government showing estimated revenues (receipts) and expenditures for the coming fiscal year.
What is a fiscal deficit?
The amount by which a government's total expenditure exceeds its total revenue (excluding borrowing) in a financial year.
On what date does Pakistan's fiscal year begin and end?
It begins on 1 July and ends on 30 June of the following year.
What is GDP (Gross Domestic Product)?
The total monetary value of all goods and services produced within a country's borders in a given period.
What is inflation?
A sustained general increase in the price level of goods and services, reducing the purchasing power of money.
Which body presents the federal budget in Pakistan and where?
The Finance Minister presents it in the National Assembly.
What is the difference between direct and indirect taxes?
Direct taxes (e.g., income tax) are levied on income/wealth and paid directly by the person; indirect taxes (e.g., sales tax) are levied on goods/services and passed on to consumers.
When was the United Nations founded and on what day is UN Day observed?
The UN was founded on 24 October 1945, which is observed annually as United Nations Day.
How many principal organs does the United Nations have, and name them?
Six: General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, and the Secretariat.
How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have, and who are they?
Five (P5): United States, United Kingdom, France, Russia, and China — each holding veto power.
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
New York City, United States.
Where is the International Court of Justice (ICJ) located?
The Hague, Netherlands.
What is the term of a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council?
Two years; there are 10 non-permanent members elected by the General Assembly.
Where is the headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
Geneva, Switzerland.
Where is the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank?
Both are headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States.
Where is the headquarters of NATO located?
Brussels, Belgium.
What does OPEC stand for and what is its purpose?
Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries; it coordinates petroleum policies and oil production levels among member nations.
Where is the headquarters of the SAARC located?
Kathmandu, Nepal (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation).
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Where is the headquarters of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)?
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
How many continents are there and which is the largest by area?
Seven continents; Asia is the largest by both area and population.
Which is the smallest continent by area?
Australia (Oceania).
How many oceans are there and which is the largest?
Five oceans (Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern, Arctic); the Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest.
Which is the smallest ocean?
The Arctic Ocean.
What is the largest hot desert in the world?
The Sahara Desert in North Africa.
What is the largest desert in the world overall (including cold deserts)?
Antarctica, a cold desert, is the largest desert on Earth.
What is the capital and currency of Japan?
Capital: Tokyo; Currency: Yen.
What is the capital and currency of Turkey?
Capital: Ankara; Currency: Turkish Lira.
What is the capital and currency of Saudi Arabia?
Capital: Riyadh; Currency: Saudi Riyal.
What is the capital and currency of Bangladesh?
Capital: Dhaka; Currency: Taka.
What is the capital and currency of China?
Capital: Beijing; Currency: Yuan (Renminbi).
What is the Durand Line?
The 2,640 km international boundary line between Pakistan and Afghanistan, demarcated in 1893.
What is the Radcliffe Line?
The boundary line that divides India and Pakistan, drawn in 1947 by Sir Cyril Radcliffe at Partition.
What is the Line of Control (LoC)?
The military control line dividing Indian- and Pakistani-administered Kashmir, established after the 1971 war (Simla Agreement).
What does the 38th Parallel separate?
It separates North Korea and South Korea.
What does the Line of Demarcation between India and China refer to (the McMahon Line)?
The McMahon Line is the boundary line between India (Arunachal Pradesh) and China (Tibet), drawn in 1914.
Which strait connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean?
The Strait of Gibraltar, separating Spain from Morocco.
Which strait is a vital oil-shipping chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman?
The Strait of Hormuz.
Which strait separates Asia from North America (Russia from Alaska)?
The Bering Strait.
On what date is World Environment Day observed?
5 June.
On what date is International Women's Day observed?
8 March.
On what date is World Health Day observed and why that date?
7 April, marking the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948.
On what date is Human Rights Day observed?
10 December, commemorating the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948.
On what date is Pakistan's Independence Day and Defence Day?
Independence Day: 14 August; Defence Day: 6 September.
How often are the Summer Olympic Games held and who organizes them?
Every four years, organized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
How often is the FIFA World Cup (football) held and who governs it?
Every four years, governed by FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association).
In which sport is the 'Ashes' series contested and between which two countries?
Cricket, contested between England and Australia.
How many players are there in a cricket team and a football (soccer) team on the field?
Cricket: 11 players per side; Football: 11 players per side.
What is the Wagah Border known for?
It is the road border crossing between Pakistan and India, famous for the daily flag-lowering ceremony (Beating Retreat) between the two countries' forces.
What does the Nobel Peace Prize recognize and where is it awarded?
It recognizes outstanding contributions to peace; uniquely among Nobel Prizes, it is awarded in Oslo, Norway (the others are awarded in Stockholm, Sweden).
ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs FAQ
What is in the ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus?
ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs is split into 4 chapters: Current Affairs of Pakistan, International Affairs, World Geography and Sports and General Awareness. Together they contain 13 topics.
How many chapters are in ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs?
4 chapters, containing 13 topics. The largest chapter is Current Affairs of Pakistan, with 4 topics.
Are there flashcards for ASI Police Test General Knowledge and Current Affairs?
Yes — a 51-card General Knowledge and Current Affairs deck, printed in full in the flashcards section of this page and available in the Examius app with spaced repetition. The free plan covers one exam of your choice, including its flashcards; Examius Pro, a one-time purchase, unlocks every other exam and deck.