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PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs Syllabus
Every chapter and topic of General Knowledge & Current Affairs examined in PPSC Educators Test — 4 chapters, 12 topics, plus 50 flashcards written against it.
General Knowledge & Current Affairs syllabus — full chapter and topic list
Expand any chapter to see its topics and sub-topics. This is the whole examinable outline for General Knowledge & Current Affairs in PPSC Educators Test, not a summary of it.
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Current Affairs of Pakistan
4 topics- National Political Developments
- Economy of Pakistan
- National Days and Awards
- Sports and Achievements
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International Current Affairs
3 topics- International Organizations
- Global Conflicts and Summits
- Nobel Prizes and World Awards
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World Geography
3 topics- Continents, Oceans and Rivers
- Capitals, Currencies and Languages
- Famous Places and Wonders
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General Science and Nature
2 topics- Important Discoveries and Inventions
- Units, Measurements and Scientific Facts
General Knowledge & Current Affairs flashcards for PPSC Educators Test
21 of 50 cards from the General Knowledge & Current Affairs deck — real questions with worked answers.
Who is the current Prime Minister of Pakistan (as of 2024)?
Shehbaz Sharif (Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif), who took office for his second term in March 2024.
What is the name of Pakistan's federal legislature, and what are its two houses?
The Parliament (Majlis-e-Shoora), consisting of the National Assembly (lower house) and the Senate (upper house).
What is the total number of general seats in the National Assembly of Pakistan?
266 general seats, with additional reserved seats (60 for women and 10 for non-Muslims) bringing the total to 336.
What is the fiscal year period used by the Government of Pakistan?
From 1 July to 30 June of the following year.
What is the State Bank of Pakistan, and what is its primary function?
It is Pakistan's central bank, responsible for issuing currency, regulating monetary policy, and supervising the banking system.
What is GDP (Gross Domestic Product)?
The total monetary value of all final goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific time period, usually one year.
What is inflation in economic terms?
The sustained rise in the general price level of goods and services over time, which reduces the purchasing power of money.
Which two main sectors form the backbone of Pakistan's economy?
Agriculture and the services sector; agriculture employs the largest share of the labour force while services contribute the largest share of GDP.
What is the currency of Pakistan and its subdivision?
The Pakistani Rupee (PKR), divided into 100 paisa.
On what date is Pakistan's Independence Day celebrated, and in which year did Pakistan gain independence?
14 August, celebrating independence from British rule in 1947.
What is celebrated on 23 March in Pakistan (Pakistan Day)?
It commemorates the Lahore Resolution of 1940 and the adoption of Pakistan's first constitution in 1956; the first Republic Day.
Which is the highest civilian award of Pakistan?
Nishan-e-Pakistan.
Which is the highest military gallantry award of Pakistan?
Nishan-e-Haider.
How many Pakistanis have received the Nishan-e-Haider, and name the first recipient?
Eleven recipients; the first was Captain Raja Muhammad Sarwar (Shaheed).
In which sport did Pakistan win the ICC Cricket World Cup, and in which year?
Cricket, in 1992, under the captaincy of Imran Khan.
What is Pakistan's national sport?
Field hockey.
Arshad Nadeem won Pakistan's first individual Olympic gold medal in which event and year?
Javelin throw at the 2024 Paris Olympics, with a record throw of 92.97 metres.
What does the abbreviation UNO stand for, and where is its headquarters?
United Nations Organization; headquarters in New York City, USA.
How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have, and name them?
Five: the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, and China.
What does WHO stand for, and where is it headquartered?
World Health Organization; headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
What does the IMF stand for, and what is its main role?
International Monetary Fund; it provides financial assistance and monitors the global economy and exchange rate stability.
Planning General Knowledge & Current Affairs for PPSC Educators Test
General Knowledge & Current Affairs is about 13% of the PPSC Educators Test syllabus by topic count — 12 of 89 topics, spread over 4 chapters. At roughly 45 minutes per topic plus 12 minutes per sub-topic, a first pass runs to about 9 hours.
The heaviest chapters are Current Affairs of Pakistan (4 topics), International Current Affairs (3 topics), World Geography (3 topics) . Front-load those while your energy is high; the short chapters are better revision filler later.
Work top-down: read the chapter, then tick topics off individually rather than marking the whole chapter done. Sub-topics are where silent gaps hide.
General Knowledge & Current Affairs (PPSC Educators Test) FAQ
What is in the PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs syllabus?
General Knowledge & Current Affairs is split into 4 chapters — Current Affairs of Pakistan, International Current Affairs, World Geography and General Science and Nature, containing 12 topics and 0 sub-topics in total.
How many chapters are there in General Knowledge & Current Affairs for PPSC Educators Test?
4 chapters. General Knowledge & Current Affairs accounts for about 13% of the topics in the whole PPSC Educators Test syllabus (12 of 89).
How long should I spend on General Knowledge & Current Affairs for PPSC Educators Test?
Budget around 9 hours for a first pass through General Knowledge & Current Affairs — about 45 minutes per topic plus 12 minutes per sub-topic across its 12 topics. Add revision cycles on top.
Are there flashcards for PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs?
Yes — a 50-card General Knowledge & Current Affairs deck. Sample cards are printed on this page, and the full deck is free in the Examius app with spaced repetition scheduling.