FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POST
IN BPS-17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1975
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, PAPER – I EVERYDAY SCIENCE
Time Allowed: 2 Hours Maximum Marks: 50
Note: (i) Attempt any TEN questions.
(ii) All questions carries equal marks.
Note: (i Attempt any TEN questions
(ii) Each question carries 5 marks.
1. What is source of energy in the sun?
- Why does water always seem shallower than it is?
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What are polymers? Describe some of their uses?
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Describe the functions of kidneys in the human body?
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How is water purified on a large scale?
- Describe the various uses of seaweed.
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Explain the difference between the flying of a jet plane and a rocket.
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Name the parts of the world with which the following birds are associated: (i) Apteryx, (ii) Dodo, (iii) Emu, (iv) Ostrich and Penguin
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Give the names of various countries through which the following rivers flow: (i) Danube, (ii) Mekong, (ii) Nile, and (iv) Parana.
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What preventive measures should to be taken against Cholera?
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What first-aid should be given to a drowning person?
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Explain the principle of Satellite Telecommunication System.
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What in your opinion is the solution of salinity and water logging problems?
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Describe the working of a movie projector.
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Describe briefly the important by-products of petroleum industry.