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PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies Syllabus

The General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies syllabus for PN Cadet in full: 7 chapters and 23 topics, every one listed below, plus 50 General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies flashcards with answers.

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General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies syllabus: all 7 chapters

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  1. Pakistan Studies

     4 topics
    • Pakistan Movement and Independence
    • Founders and Quaid-e-Azam
    • Constitution and Government
    • National Symbols and Identity

  2. Pakistan Geography

     3 topics
    • Provinces and Capitals
    • Rivers, Mountains and Deserts
    • Natural Resources and Climate

  3. Islamic Studies

     4 topics
    • Pillars of Islam and Iman
    • Life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
    • Quran and Hadith Basics
    • Major Islamic Events and Battles

  4. World Geography

     3 topics
    • Continents, Oceans and Seas
    • Countries, Capitals and Currencies
    • Famous Landmarks and Boundaries

  5. Current Affairs

     3 topics
    • National Events and Politics
    • International Events and Organizations
    • Sports and Awards

  6. Pakistan Navy and Defense Knowledge

     3 topics
    • History and Role of Pakistan Navy
    • Naval Ranks and Ships
    • Armed Forces of Pakistan

  7. Everyday Science

     3 topics
    • Human Body and Biology Basics
    • Inventions and Discoveries
    • Units, Measurements and Technology

PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies flashcards — 50 questions with answers

  1. When did Pakistan gain independence from British rule?

    14 August 1947.

  2. Which 1940 resolution demanded separate states for Muslims and is regarded as the basis for Pakistan?

    The Lahore Resolution (also called the Pakistan Resolution), passed on 23 March 1940.

  3. Who presented the Lahore Resolution of 1940?

    A. K. Fazlul Haq (the Premier of Bengal).

  4. Which 1947 plan announced the partition of British India into India and Pakistan?

    The 3rd June Plan (Mountbatten Plan) of 1947.

  5. Which boundary commission demarcated the border between India and Pakistan in 1947?

    The Radcliffe Commission (the line is called the Radcliffe Line).

  6. Who is known as the founder of Pakistan and its first Governor-General?

    Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Quaid-e-Azam.

  7. What does the title 'Quaid-e-Azam' mean?

    'Great Leader' — the title given to Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

  8. When was Muhammad Ali Jinnah born and when did he die?

    Born 25 December 1876; died 11 September 1948.

  9. Who is given the title 'Allama' and wrote the poem that inspired the idea of a separate Muslim state?

    Allama Muhammad Iqbal, known as the poet of the East (Shair-e-Mashriq) and Mufakkir-e-Pakistan (Thinker of Pakistan).

  10. In which 1930 address did Allama Iqbal first present the idea of a separate Muslim state in north-west India?

    His presidential address at the Allahabad session of the Muslim League in 1930.

  11. Who is titled 'Mother of the Nation' (Madar-e-Millat) in Pakistan?

    Fatima Jinnah, the sister of Quaid-e-Azam.

  12. Who became the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?

    Liaquat Ali Khan (titled Quaid-e-Millat).

  13. When did Pakistan adopt its first Constitution and become an Islamic Republic?

    23 March 1956 (the first Constitution of Pakistan).

  14. Which Constitution is currently in force in Pakistan and when was it adopted?

    The 1973 Constitution, enforced on 14 August 1973.

  15. What type of government system does the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan establish?

    A federal parliamentary system with a bicameral legislature.

  16. What are the two houses of Pakistan's Parliament (Majlis-e-Shura)?

    The National Assembly (lower house) and the Senate (upper house).

  17. Who is the constitutional head of state of Pakistan, and who is the head of government?

    The President is head of state; the Prime Minister is head of government.

  18. What is the national language of Pakistan?

    Urdu.

  19. What is the national anthem of Pakistan called and who wrote its lyrics?

    'Qaumi Taranah'; lyrics written by Hafeez Jalandhari, music composed by Ahmed G. Chagla.

  20. What are the national flower, national tree, and national animal of Pakistan?

    National flower: Jasmine (Chambeli); national tree: Deodar (Cedar); national animal: Markhor.

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  1. What do the green colour, white stripe, crescent, and star on Pakistan's flag represent?

    Green = the Muslim majority; white stripe = religious minorities; crescent = progress; star = light and knowledge.

  2. What is the capital city of Pakistan?

    Islamabad.

  3. How many provinces does Pakistan have, and what are they?

    Four: Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Balochistan.

  4. What are the provincial capitals of Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan?

    Punjab — Lahore; Sindh — Karachi; Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Peshawar; Balochistan — Quetta.

  5. Which is Pakistan's largest province by area, and which is largest by population?

    Largest by area: Balochistan; largest by population: Punjab.

  6. Which river is the longest and most important river of Pakistan?

    The Indus River (Darya-e-Sindh).

  7. Name the five major rivers of Punjab in Pakistan.

    Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej, and Beas (the 'land of five rivers').

  8. What is the highest mountain peak in Pakistan and the world's second-highest?

    K-2 (also called Mount Godwin-Austen), about 8,611 metres high, in the Karakoram Range.

  9. Name the three great mountain ranges of northern Pakistan.

    The Himalayas, the Karakoram, and the Hindu Kush.

  10. Name two major deserts of Pakistan.

    The Thar Desert (Sindh) and the Cholistan Desert (Punjab); also the Thal Desert.

  11. Which natural resource makes Pakistan home to one of the world's largest reserves, found at Khewra?

    Rock salt — the Khewra Salt Mine is one of the world's largest salt mines.

  12. What is the largest natural gas field in Pakistan?

    The Sui gas field in Balochistan.

  13. Which type of climate does most of Pakistan have?

    A predominantly arid to semi-arid (dry) climate with hot summers and cool/cold winters.

  14. What are the five pillars of Islam?

    Shahadah (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (almsgiving), Sawm (fasting in Ramadan), and Hajj (pilgrimage).

  15. What are the seven articles of faith (Iman) in Islam?

    Belief in Allah, His angels, His books, His prophets, the Day of Judgement, divine destiny (Qadr), and life after death.

  16. How many daily obligatory (Fard) prayers are there in Islam, and name them.

    Five: Fajr, Zuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha.

  17. When and where was Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) born?

    Born in 570 CE (the Year of the Elephant) in Makkah.

  18. What were the names of Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) father and mother?

    Father: Abdullah; mother: Amina (Aminah bint Wahb).

  19. At what age did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) receive his first revelation, and in which cave?

    At age 40, in the Cave of Hira on the mountain of Jabal-e-Noor.

  20. What is the migration of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Madinah called, and what calendar does it begin?

    The Hijrah (Hijrat) of 622 CE; it marks the start of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.

  21. How many years did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) preach in Makkah and in Madinah, and when did he pass away?

    13 years in Makkah and 10 years in Madinah; he passed away in 632 CE (11 AH) in Madinah.

  22. What is the holy book of Islam, and in how many years was it revealed?

    The Quran, revealed over approximately 23 years.

  23. How many Surahs (chapters) are in the Quran?

    114 Surahs.

  24. What is the difference between a Makki and a Madani Surah?

    Makki Surahs were revealed before the Hijrah in Makkah; Madani Surahs were revealed after the Hijrah in Madinah.

  25. What is a Hadith, and what is the Sunnah?

    A Hadith is a recorded saying, action, or approval of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH); the Sunnah is the Prophet's overall way of life and practice.

  26. What was the first battle of Islam, fought in 624 CE (2 AH), which the Muslims won despite being outnumbered?

    The Battle of Badr.

  27. In which battle of 627 CE did the Muslims defend Madinah by digging a trench?

    The Battle of the Trench (Ghazwa-e-Khandaq / Ahzab).

  28. What event in 630 CE marked the peaceful Muslim takeover of Makkah?

    The Conquest of Makkah (Fatah Makkah).

  29. How many continents and how many oceans are there on Earth?

    Seven continents and five oceans.

  30. Which is the largest continent and which is the largest ocean on Earth?

    Largest continent: Asia; largest ocean: the Pacific Ocean.

PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies FAQ

What is in the PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies syllabus?

PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies is split into 7 chapters: Pakistan Studies, Pakistan Geography, Islamic Studies, World Geography, Current Affairs, Pakistan Navy and Defense Knowledge and Everyday Science. Together they contain 23 topics.

How many chapters are in PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies?

7 chapters, containing 23 topics. The largest chapter is Pakistan Studies, with 4 topics.

Are there flashcards for PN Cadet General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies?

Yes — a 50-card General Knowledge and Pakistan Studies 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.