Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1: 40 MCQs with Explanations
40 exam-level awards, honours & records MCQs with answers and explanations for PPSC, FPSC, CSS preparation.
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Q1 of 40
Which award Boris Johnson gives to volodymyr Zelensky in July 2022 __________?
Correct Answer: Option C — Churchill Leadership Award
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Which award Boris Johnson gives to volodymyr Zelensky in July 2022 Churchill Leadership Award .
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Q2 of 40
Recently COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa in June 2022 was awarded with the highest award of _________?
Correct Answer: Option B — Saudi Arabia
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Recently COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa in June 2022 was awarded with the highest award of Saudi Arabia .
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Q3 of 40
Pakistan awards ___________ to Bill Gates for public health services on 17 Feb 2022?
Correct Answer: Option C — Hilal-e-Pakistan
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Pakistan awards Hilal-e-Pakistan to Bill Gates for public health services on 17 Feb 2022.
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Q4 of 40
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates first-ever visit to Pakistan was on ____________?
Correct Answer: Option B — February 17, 2022
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates first-ever visit to Pakistan was on February 17, 2022 .
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Q5 of 40
Which Central Bank Won the IFN global award 2021 for promoting Islamic Finance across the World?
Correct Answer: Option A — Bank Negara Malaysia
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Bank Negara Malaysia is the correct answer to “Which Central Bank Won the IFN global award 2021 for promoting Islamic Finance across the World”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q6 of 40
Justice Ayesha Malik took oath as a Supreme Court judge and formally became the country’s first-ever female judge on ___________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 24, January, 2022
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Justice Ayesha Malik took oath as a Supreme Court judge and formally became the country’s first-ever female judge on 24, January, 2022 .
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Q7 of 40
Public version of Pakistan’s first-ever national security policy was unveiled on ________?
Correct Answer: Option D — Jan 14, 2022
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Public version of Pakistan’s first-ever national security policy was unveiled on Jan 14, 2022 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q8 of 40
Desmond Tutu, a Nobel Peace prize winner died at the age of ________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 90
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Desmond Tutu, a Nobel Peace prize winner died at the age of 90 .
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Q9 of 40
South Africa’s Desmond Tutu died on 26th December 2021. When was he awarded the Nobel Prize?
Correct Answer: Option C — 1984
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1984 is the correct answer to “South Africa’s Desmond Tutu died on 26th December 2021. When was he awarded the Nobel Prize”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q10 of 40
The Noble prize 2021 winner in peace?
Correct Answer: Option A — Both A & B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A & B is the correct answer to “The Noble prize 2021 winner in peace”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q11 of 40
The Noble prize 2021 winner in economics science?
Correct Answer: Option D — All
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All is the correct answer to “The Noble prize 2021 winner in economics science”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q12 of 40
Which city played host to the first-ever ‘India-Russia ‘2+2’ dialogue’?
Correct Answer: Option A — New Delhi
Detailed Academic Explanation:
New Delhi is the correct answer to “Which city played host to the first-ever ‘India-Russia ‘2+2’ dialogue’”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q13 of 40
The Noble prize 2021 winner in Literature Abdulrazak Gurnah belongs to which country?
Correct Answer: Option A — Tanzania 🇹🇿
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tanzania 🇹🇿 is the correct answer to “The Noble prize 2021 winner in Literature Abdulrazak Gurnah belongs to which country”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q14 of 40
The Noble prize 2021 winner in Literature?
Correct Answer: Option A — Abdulrazak Gurnah
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is the correct answer to “The Noble prize 2021 winner in Literature”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q15 of 40
Pakistani filmmaker, Samar Minallah has won the Best Short film award for her short film, Named?
Correct Answer: Option A — Out-Swing
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Out-Swing is the correct answer to “Pakistani filmmaker, Samar Minallah has won the Best Short film award for her short film, Named”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q16 of 40
When did Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai got married?
Correct Answer: Option B — 9 November 2021
Detailed Academic Explanation:
9 November 2021 is the correct answer to “When did Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai got married”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q17 of 40
The International Pakistan Prestige Awards (IPPA) were held In __________ on Sunday 31 October 2021?
Correct Answer: Option B — Turkey
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The International Pakistan Prestige Awards (IPPA) were held In Turkey on Sunday 31 October 2021.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q18 of 40
Which Awards were held in Turkey for Pakistani fashion and entertainment industries on Sunday 31 October 2021?
Correct Answer: Option C — IPPA Awards
Detailed Academic Explanation:
IPPA Awards is the correct answer to “Which Awards were held in Turkey for Pakistani fashion and entertainment industries on Sunday 31 October 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q19 of 40
Which country first-ever elected president after replacing British monarchy?
Correct Answer: Option A — Barbados
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Barbados is the correct answer to “Which country first-ever elected president after replacing British monarchy”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q20 of 40
Maria Ressa and Dmitry Murator have been awarded the Nobel Prize in__________?
Correct Answer: Option C — Peace
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Maria Ressa and Dmitry Murator have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Peace .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q21 of 40
Which of the following was/were awarded the Noble Peace Prize for 2021?
Correct Answer: Option D — A & B both
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A & B both is the correct answer to “Which of the following was/were awarded the Noble Peace Prize for 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q22 of 40
Tanzanian author Abdul Razak Gurnah wins Nobel Prize for work on the effect of colonialism and refugees in________?
Correct Answer: Option C — Literature
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Tanzanian author Abdul Razak Gurnah wins Nobel Prize for work on the effect of colonialism and refugees in Literature .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q23 of 40
The first-ever automated, driverless train in the world has been unveiled in which country?
Correct Answer: Option C — Germany
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Germany is the correct answer to “The first-ever automated, driverless train in the world has been unveiled in which country”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q24 of 40
How many Muslims won noble prize in literature in 2021?
Correct Answer: Option B — 3
Detailed Academic Explanation:
3 is the correct answer to “How many Muslims won noble prize in literature in 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q25 of 40
Which world leader has been honoured with the SDG Progress award?
Correct Answer: Option D — Sheikh Hasina
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Sheikh Hasina is the correct answer to “Which world leader has been honoured with the SDG Progress award”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q26 of 40
President Dr Arif Alvi conferred the ___________ award on Commander of Turkish Land Forces General Umit Dundar:
Correct Answer: Option A — Nishan-e-Imtiaz (military)
Detailed Academic Explanation:
President Dr Arif Alvi conferred the Nishan-e-Imtiaz (military) award on Commander of Turkish Land Forces General Umit Dundar:.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q27 of 40
Kaylee McKeown has broken the world record in the women’s 100 metre backstroke, with 57:45 clock time, recently. She represents which country?
Correct Answer: Option C — Australia
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Australia is the correct answer to “Kaylee McKeown has broken the world record in the women’s 100 metre backstroke, with 57:45 clock time, recently. She represents which country”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q28 of 40
Which of the following court unfreezed PIA assets in Reko Diq award case?
Correct Answer: Option C — British Virgin Islands High court
Detailed Academic Explanation:
British Virgin Islands High court is the correct answer to “Which of the following court unfreezed PIA assets in Reko Diq award case”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q29 of 40
___________ becomes the first-ever Hindu woman Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Sindh Police?
Correct Answer: Option A — Manisha Mal
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Manisha Mal becomes the first-ever Hindu woman Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Sindh Police.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q30 of 40
The PIA First-ever direct flight from Lahore landed at the Skardu Airport on?
Correct Answer: Option B — April 7, 2021
Detailed Academic Explanation:
April 7, 2021 is the correct answer to “The PIA First-ever direct flight from Lahore landed at the Skardu Airport on”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q31 of 40
President of Pakistan Dr Arif Alvi conferred Pakistan’s civil awards to __________ Pakistanis and foreigners in recognition of their services to Pakistan on 23rd Mar, 2021?
Correct Answer: Option A — 88
Detailed Academic Explanation:
President of Pakistan Dr Arif Alvi conferred Pakistan’s civil awards to 88 Pakistanis and foreigners in recognition of their services to Pakistan on 23rd Mar, 2021.
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Q32 of 40
Iraq’s highest cleric Ayatollah Ali Sistani meets Pope Francis in Najaf on __________, the second day of the first-ever papal visit to Iraq:
Correct Answer: Option B — 6th March, 2021
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Iraq’s highest cleric Ayatollah Ali Sistani meets Pope Francis in Najaf on 6th March, 2021 , the second day of the first-ever papal visit to Iraq:.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q33 of 40
Which Bank was declared the Best Bank of Pakistan for the calendar year 2020 in 5th Pakistan Banking Awards on 8th January 2021?
Correct Answer: Option B — Meezan Bank
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Meezan Bank is the correct answer to “Which Bank was declared the Best Bank of Pakistan for the calendar year 2020 in 5th Pakistan Banking Awards on 8th January 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q34 of 40
Sonia Shamroz posted as the first-ever Woman District Police Officer (DPO) in_______ district of KPK?
Correct Answer: Option B — Lower Chitral
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Sonia Shamroz posted as the first-ever Woman District Police Officer (DPO) in Lower Chitral district of KPK.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q35 of 40
French President Emmanuel Macron has given the highest award of France to ___ President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on his Paris visit?
Correct Answer: Option B — Egyptian
Detailed Academic Explanation:
French President Emmanuel Macron has given the highest award of France to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on his Paris visit.
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Q36 of 40
___________ Province to Get Pakistan’s First-Ever Sports City?
Correct Answer: Option A — KPK
Detailed Academic Explanation:
KPK Province to Get Pakistan’s First-Ever Sports City.
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Q37 of 40
Which nation’s Prime Minister has been nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2021?
Correct Answer: Option A — Israel
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Israel is the correct answer to “Which nation’s Prime Minister has been nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q38 of 40
Arif Anis won “Brain of the year 2020” award for his services:
Correct Answer: Option C — Free delivery of food during covid19
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Free delivery of food during covid19 is the correct answer to “Arif Anis won “Brain of the year 2020” award for his services:”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q39 of 40
Which of the following USA President nominated for Noble Peace Prize 2021?
Correct Answer: Option C — Donald Trump
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Donald Trump is the correct answer to “Which of the following USA President nominated for Noble Peace Prize 2021”. Items of this type are drawn from the Awards, Honours & Records — Part 1 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q40 of 40
The Nobel Prize in Physics 2020 has been awarded “for the discovery of ______”?
Correct Answer: Option D — Both A & B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The Nobel Prize in Physics 2020 has been awarded “for the discovery of Both A & B ”.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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