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PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs Syllabus
The General Knowledge & Current Affairs syllabus for PPSC Educators Test in full: 4 chapters and 12 topics, every one listed below, plus 50 General Knowledge & Current Affairs flashcards with answers.
General Knowledge & Current Affairs syllabus: all 4 chapters
Expand any chapter to see its topics and sub-topics.
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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
PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs flashcards — 50 questions with 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.
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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.
What does OIC stand for, and where is its headquarters?
Organization of Islamic Cooperation; headquartered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
What does SAARC stand for, and how many member states does it have?
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation; it has eight member states.
What does NATO stand for, and where is its headquarters?
North Atlantic Treaty Organization; headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.
What is the name of the military alliance formed by China, Russia, and Central Asian states for regional security?
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).
What is the G7?
The Group of Seven, an intergovernmental group of major advanced economies: USA, UK, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan.
Who awards the Nobel Peace Prize, and in which city is it presented?
The Norwegian Nobel Committee awards it, and it is presented in Oslo, Norway.
In which field is the only Nobel Prize NOT established by Alfred Nobel's original will?
Economic Sciences (the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences), established in 1968 by Sweden's central bank.
Which Pakistani won the Nobel Peace Prize, and in which year?
Malala Yousafzai, in 2014, for her struggle for the right of children to education.
Which Pakistani scientist won the Nobel Prize in Physics, and in which year?
Dr. Abdus Salam, in 1979, for his work in electroweak unification theory.
What is the Oscar (Academy Award), and who presents it?
The most prestigious award in the film industry, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (USA).
Which is the largest continent by area, and which is the smallest?
Asia is the largest; Australia (Oceania) is the smallest continent.
Which is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean.
Which is the longest river in the world?
The Nile River in Africa (about 6,650 km); some sources cite the Amazon as longer.
Which river is the longest in Pakistan and its lifeline for agriculture?
The Indus River.
What is the capital of Australia?
Canberra (not Sydney).
What is the currency of Japan, and what is the currency of the United Kingdom?
Japan uses the Yen; the United Kingdom uses the Pound Sterling.
What is the official language of Brazil?
Portuguese.
What is the capital and currency of Turkey?
The capital is Ankara, and the currency is the Turkish Lira.
In which country is the Taj Mahal located, and in which city?
India, in the city of Agra.
Where is the Great Wall, one of the modern wonders, located?
China.
In which country are the Pyramids of Giza located?
Egypt.
Who is credited with discovering the law of gravity?
Sir Isaac Newton.
Who invented the telephone?
Alexander Graham Bell.
Who discovered penicillin, the first antibiotic?
Sir Alexander Fleming, in 1928.
Who invented the electric light bulb (incandescent lamp)?
Thomas Alva Edison.
What is the SI unit of electric current, and what is the SI unit of force?
The Ampere is the unit of electric current; the Newton is the unit of force.
What instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?
A barometer.
What is the speed of light in a vacuum (approximate value)?
Approximately 300,000 kilometres per second (3 x 10^8 metres per second).
What is the chemical formula of water, and at what temperature (Celsius) does it boil at sea level?
H2O; it boils at 100 degrees Celsius at sea level (standard atmospheric pressure).
PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs FAQ
What is in the PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs syllabus?
PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs is split into 4 chapters: Current Affairs of Pakistan, International Current Affairs, World Geography and General Science and Nature. Together they contain 12 topics.
How many chapters are in PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs?
4 chapters, containing 12 topics. The largest chapter is Current Affairs of Pakistan, with 4 topics.
Are there flashcards for PPSC Educators Test General Knowledge & Current Affairs?
Yes — a 50-card General Knowledge & 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.