KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
WRITTEN EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF
CIVIL JUDGE-CUM-JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE/ ALAQA QAZI BPS-18
(2026)
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Time Allowed: 03 Hours Total Marks: 150
Note:- Section-A is compulsory. Attempt ANY TWO questions each from Section-B and Section-C.
Section-A
Q.No.1 Write down brief and precise answers to the following questions. Each question carries 2 marks. (20)
A.What is kinetic energy? Give an example.
B.What is pH scale?
C.Define energy and mention its common forms.
D.What is heat and how is it transferred?
E.What is sound and how does it travel?
F.Who proposed the theory of relativity?
G.Why do we see lightning before thunder?
H.Why do magnets attract iron?
I.What is the human skeleton made of?
J.What is the largest planet in the solar system?
Q.No.2 Answer the following short questions. (10)
A.Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
B.Which is the longest river in the world?
C.Which African country was formerly known as Abyssinia?
D.Which continent is known as the Dark Continent?
E.Who was Napoleon Bonaparte?
F.What is the speed of light?
G.Which strait separates Asia from North America?
H.Who invented the telephone?
I.Which treaty formally ended the Napoleonic Wars?
J.Who was the first President of USA?
Q.No.3 Who are the authors of the following books? (10)
A.Social Theory of International Politics
B.The China-Pakistan Axis
C.International Economics
D.Long Walk to Freedom
E.A Promised Land
F.China’s Global Strategy
G.The Grand Chessboard
H.Prisoners of Geography
I.Magnificent Delusions
J.Understanding Global Security
Q.No.4 Elucidate the changing dynamics of the Gulf Security during the US-Iran War by focusing on the increasing influence of China & Russia while diminishing the US power in the region. (10)
Section-B
Q.No.5 Evaluate Pakistan’s internal security challenges and what are the major threats to stability? Suggest policy responses. (25)
Q.No.6 How did the Lahore Resolution 1940 change the political direction of Muslims in British India? Analyze its importance in the independence struggle. (25)
Q.No.7 Discuss the evolution of Pakistan-China relations. Why is China considered an “all-weather friend” of Pakistan? Analyze the strategic importance of this partnership. (25)
Q.No.8 Explain in detail how does the constitution of Pakistan ensure the independence of the judiciary? (25)
Section-C
Q.No.9 Discuss the impact of climate change on international security. How do environmental challenges contribute to conflicts and migration? Evaluate global responses to climate-induced crises. (25)
Q.No.10 Examine the growing importance of the Indo-Pacific region in global politics. How are major powers competing for influence? What is its significance for global trade routes? (25)
Q.No.11 In the context of the recent US-Iran peace talks held in Islamabad, critically examine Pakistan’s emergence as a diplomatic mediator. To what extent can this role enhance Pakistan’s geopolitical relevance, and what challenges does it face in balancing competing regional and global interests? (25)
Q.No.12 Discuss the significance of counterterrorism strategies globally. How effective are international collaborations? Elaborate the challenges as well. (25)
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