FIA Assistant Director Paper 2002 is a FIA Assistant Director recruitment paper from 2002. This page lists the 98 questions transcribed from it, each with the answer key highlighted and an explanation reviewed by a validator before publishing.
Attempt the paper in order to get a feel for how the examiner mixed subjects, then use the post page to compare it with other years of the same post. Where the answer key was disputed, the explanation says so.
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Economy
The biggest industry of Pakistan is:
Correct answer: C
The textile industry is the largest industry in Pakistan, contributing significantly to the country's economy and exports. Cement and sugar are important industries but not as large as textiles.
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Indian Independence Movement
Who is the author of "India Wins Freedom"?
Correct answer: D
"India Wins Freedom" is an autobiographical account written by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, a prominent freedom fighter and scholar. Hence, option D is correct.
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Geography of Pakistan
What is the oldest barrage in Pakistan?
Correct answer: D
The oldest barrage in Pakistan is the Sukkur Barrage, originally known as Lloyd Barrage. It was constructed during the British Raj from 1923 to 1932 on the Indus River near Sukkur in Sindh. It is the earliest barrage among the options listed and remains a key structure for irrigation and flood control in Pakistan. Kotri Barrage, completed in 1955, is much newer compared to Sukkur Barrage.
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Companies
"Etisalat" is a company of:
Correct answer: A
Etisalat is a well-known telecommunications company that provides mobile and internet services, primarily in the Middle East and Africa. Therefore, the correct category for Etisalat is Telecommunication.
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English Literature
Famous English novel "A Tale of Two Cities" was written by:
Correct answer: D
"A Tale of Two Cities" is a famous English novel written by Charles Dickens, known for its historical setting during the French Revolution.
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Alcohol Consumption
One who never takes strong drinks is called a/an?
Correct answer: C
A 'teetotaler' is a person who completely abstains from alcoholic drinks. This term specifically refers to someone who never takes strong drinks, making option C the correct answer.
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Number Sequences
4, 9, 25, ?, 121, 169, 289, 361, ?
Correct answer: A
The sequence consists of perfect squares of prime numbers: 2²=4, 3²=9, 5²=25, 7²=49, 11²=121, 13²=169, 17²=289, 19²=361. The missing numbers correspond to 7²=49 and 23²=529. Since 529 is not among the options, the first missing number is 49, which is option A.
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Industrial Development in Pakistan
Heavy Mechanical Complex, Taxila was set up with the aid of:
Correct answer: A
The Heavy Mechanical Complex (HMC) in Taxila, Pakistan, was established under the 3rd Five Year Plan with technical and financial cooperation from the government of the People's Republic of China. It started operations in 1971 and was supported by China in its initial setup and subsequent expansions. This is confirmed by official government sources and the HMC's own historical records. Therefore, the correct answer is China (option A), not the UK.
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Units of Area
A "Hectare" is equal to:
Correct answer: B
One hectare is exactly equal to 2.47 acres, which is a standard unit conversion in land measurement.
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Stock Market
A stock which is highly in demand and considered a low-risk investment is called:
Correct answer: C
A 'Blue chip' stock refers to shares of well-established, financially sound companies with a long-standing record of reliable earnings and often regular dividend payments. These stocks are considered low-risk investments due to their stability, strong market position, and consistent performance. The term originates from poker, where blue chips have the highest value. Blue chip stocks are highly sought after and typically included in major stock market indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average or the S&P 500.
