SPSC Test Sindhi (General Paper) Syllabus

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1. 1

   Sindhi Essay Writing

   3 topics

   • Structure of a Sindhi Essay
   • Argumentative and Descriptive Essays
   • Common Examination Themes
2. 2

   Sindhi Grammar

   3 topics

   • Parts of Speech (Hissa-e-Kalam)
   • Sentence Construction
   • Common Grammatical Errors
3. 3

   Sindhi Literature

   3 topics

   • Classical Poets
   • Modern Sindhi Prose and Poetry
   • Literary Movements
4. 4

   Translation Skills

   3 topics

   • English to Sindhi Translation
   • Sindhi to English Translation
   • Idiomatic Expressions
5. 5

   Comprehension and Precis

   2 topics

   • Reading Comprehension in Sindhi
   • Summarizing Passages
6. 6

   Sindhi Culture and Heritage

   3 topics

   • Sufi Traditions of Sindh
   • Folk Tales and Oral Literature
   • Cultural Identity of Sindh

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1. What are the three essential structural parts of a Sindhi essay?

   Tamheed (introduction/preamble), Matn or Asal Mazmoon (the main body), and Natija/Ikhtitam (conclusion). The introduction states the theme, the body develops arguments in paragraphs, and the conclusion summarizes and closes.

2. In a Sindhi essay, what is the function of the 'Tamheed'?

   The Tamheed is the introduction. It opens the essay by introducing the topic, giving context or a quotation/definition, and signaling the line of argument the essay will follow, drawing the reader in.

3. What distinguishes an argumentative (Bahsi/Istidlali) essay from a descriptive (Bayania) essay in Sindhi?

   An argumentative essay takes a position and proves it with evidence, logic and counter-arguments to persuade. A descriptive essay paints a picture of a person, place, scene or event using vivid sensory detail without necessarily arguing a thesis.

4. In an argumentative Sindhi essay, why must counter-arguments (mukhalif daleelun) be addressed?

   Addressing and refuting opposing views strengthens the writer's own position, shows balanced understanding of the issue, and makes the persuasion more convincing to the examiner.

5. Name three common examination essay themes in the Sindhi General Paper.

   Common themes include education and its importance, social problems (poverty, corruption, unemployment), the value of Sindhi language and culture, science and technology, and patriotism or national integration.

6. What is meant by 'Hissa-e-Kalam' in Sindhi grammar?

   Hissa-e-Kalam means the 'parts of speech' — the classification of words by their grammatical function in a sentence (noun, pronoun, verb, adjective, adverb, etc.).

7. What is 'Ism' in Sindhi grammar, and give its main subtypes.

   Ism is the noun — a word naming a person, place, thing or idea. Main subtypes include Ism-e-Khaas (proper noun), Ism-e-Aam (common noun), Ism-e-Zaat/Jamid (concrete), and Ism-e-Maani (abstract noun).

8. What is a 'Zameer' (pronoun) in Sindhi, and give Sindhi examples.

   A Zameer is a pronoun, a word used in place of a noun. Sindhi examples: 'maan' (I), 'too' (you), 'hu/hoo' (he/she), 'asaan' (we), 'hoo' (they).

9. What is a 'Fail' in Sindhi grammar?

   Fail is the verb — the word expressing an action, state or occurrence. It carries tense (zamano) and agreement with the subject in number and gender.

10. In Sindhi, what is the difference between 'Sifat' and 'Fail'?

    Sifat is the adjective, which describes or qualifies a noun (e.g., wadO = big). Fail is the verb, which expresses an action or state (e.g., likhanu = to write). One modifies a noun, the other states an action.

11. What is the basic word order of a simple Sindhi sentence?

    Sindhi follows Subject–Object–Verb (SOV) order. The fael/karan (subject) comes first, the object next, and the verb (fail) at the end, e.g., 'Maan kitab parhyo' (I a-book read).

12. What are the two essential components every Sindhi sentence (jumlo) must contain?

    Every sentence needs a 'musnad ilaih' (subject — what is spoken about) and a 'musnad' (predicate — what is said about the subject). Without both, it is not a complete jumlo.

13. Differentiate 'Jumla-e-Khabaria' and 'Jumla-e-Inshaia' in Sindhi.

    Jumla-e-Khabaria is a declarative/statement sentence that can be true or false. Jumla-e-Inshaia is a non-declarative sentence — a question, command, wish or exclamation — that cannot be judged true or false.

14. Name a common grammatical error in Sindhi writing involving gender, and how to avoid it.

    A frequent error is gender disagreement between the noun and its verb/adjective (taznees), e.g., using a masculine verb form with a feminine subject. Avoid it by matching gender and number of the subject with its adjective and verb.

15. What grammatical error is 'ghalat istemal-e-zameer' and how is it corrected?

    It is the wrong use of pronouns — using a pronoun whose number, gender or reference does not match its antecedent. Correct it by ensuring the pronoun agrees with and clearly refers to the right noun.

16. Who was Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai and what is his major work?

    Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai (1689–1752) was the greatest classical Sufi poet of Sindh. His poetry is compiled in 'Shah Jo Risalo', organized into Surs (chapters) and built around folk heroines (the Sat Surmiyoon).

17. What is 'Shah Jo Risalo' and how is it organized?

    Shah Jo Risalo is the collected poetry of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. It is arranged into 'Surs' (musical chapters/ragas) such as Sur Sassui, Sur Marui, Sur Sorath, each carrying Sufi and moral themes through folk tales.

18. Who is Sachal Sarmast and what is his title?

    Sachal Sarmast (1739–1827) was a Sufi poet of Sindh known as 'Shair-e-Haft Zaban' (poet of seven languages). He wrote bold mystical poetry of Wahdat-ul-Wujood and is called the 'second Mansoor' for his ecstatic verses.

19. Who was Sami (Chainrai Bachomal) among the classical Sindhi poets?

    Sami was a classical Sindhi poet whose verses, called 'Sloka', express Vedantic and devotional philosophy. Together with Shah Latif and Sachal Sarmast he is counted among the three great classical poets of Sindh.

20. Who is regarded as the father of modern Sindhi prose, and why?

    Mirza Qalich Beg is regarded as the father of modern Sindhi prose. He was a prolific writer and translator who wrote 'Dilaram', considered the first original Sindhi novel, and standardized literary Sindhi prose.

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