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Physical Geography

easy2010
Geography

Mont Blanc is controversial between the countries:

Correct answer: C

A
Russia and Greece
B
Croatia and Czech
C
France and Italy
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps, is located on the border between France and Italy, and there have been territorial disputes between these two countries regarding its exact border location.

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Physical Geography

medium2010
Geography

Which of the following passes connects Dera Ismail Khan with Ghazni?

Correct answer: C

A
Cahaghi Pass
B
Bolan Pass
C
Gomal Pass
Correct
D
Tochi Pass
Explanation and memory cue

The Gomal Pass connects Dera Ismail Khan in Pakistan with Ghazni in Afghanistan, making option C the correct answer. The other passes connect different regions and do not link these two locations.

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Physical Geography

easy2010
Geography

Manchar Lake is found in the:

Correct answer: C

A
Thatta District
B
Khushab District
C
Dadu District
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Manchar Lake is located in the Dadu District of Sindh, Pakistan. It is the largest freshwater lake in Pakistan, making option C the correct answer.

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Italian Islands

easy2010
Geography

Sardines are small fish which were originally caught off the coast of which Italian island?

Correct answer: B

A
Stromboli
B
Sardinia
Correct
C
Capri
D
Elba
Explanation and memory cue

Sardines are named after the island of Sardinia, off the coast of Italy, where they were originally caught in large numbers. This is why the fish carries the name of that island.

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Pakistan highways

medium2012FIA Assistant Director Paper 2012
GeographyFIA

The Karakoram Highway in Pakistan is how many kilometers long?

Correct answer: A

A
804 km
Correct
B
805 km
C
803 km
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Karakoram Highway in Pakistan is approximately 804 kilometers long, making option A the closest and correct answer. Option B (805 km) is slightly off, and option C (803 km) is less accurate. 'None of these' is incorrect since the length is well documented.

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Pakistan highways

easy2012FIA Assistant Director Paper 2012
GeographyFIA

The Karakoram Highway in Pakistan begins from:

Correct answer: A

A
Havelian
Correct
B
Peshawar
C
Quetta
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Karakoram Highway in Pakistan starts from Havelian, which is the southern terminus of this highway connecting Pakistan to China through the Karakoram mountain range.

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Physical Geography

easy2013
GeographyFIA

What is the length of the Great Wall of China?

Correct answer: A

A
2400 km
Correct
B
2600 km
C
3200 km
D
3400 km
Explanation and memory cue

The total length of all sections of the Great Wall of China ever built is approximately 21,196 kilometers (13,171 miles), including overlapping and rebuilt sections. However, the most commonly cited length for the main sections built during the Ming dynasty, which are the best-preserved and most recognized parts of the wall, is about 2,400 kilometers. Among the given options, 2400 km is the closest and most accurate estimate for the length of the main Great Wall sections.

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Caribbean Geography

medium2013
GeographyFIA

How many islands does the West Indies consist of?

Correct answer: B

A
1000
B
1100
Correct
C
1200
D
1300
Explanation and memory cue

The West Indies is a region in the Caribbean consisting of approximately 1,100 islands, islets, reefs, and cays. Therefore, option B (1100) is the most accurate choice among the given options.

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Physical Geography

easy2013
GeographyFIA

Which strait separates India from Sri Lanka?

Correct answer: A

A
The Palk Strait
Correct
B
Strait of Hormuz
C
Macca Strait
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Palk Strait is the body of water that separates India from Sri Lanka. The other options are incorrect as the Strait of Hormuz is located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, and there is no 'Macca Strait' relevant to this region.

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Physical Geography

easy2013
GeographyFIA

Identify the world's largest peninsula:

Correct answer: C

A
Alaska
B
Scandinavia
C
Arabia
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Arabian Peninsula is the world's largest peninsula, covering about 3.2 million square kilometers, making option C correct. Alaska and Scandinavia are large regions but not peninsulas, and 'None of these' is incorrect.

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Physical Geography

easy2013
GeographyFIA

A group or chain of islands is called:

Correct answer: D

A
Areopagus
B
Archaeopteryx
C
Archipenko
D
Archipelago
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

A group or chain of islands is called an 'Archipelago.' The other options do not relate to islands: Areopagus is a historical council in Athens, Archaeopteryx is a prehistoric bird, and Archipenko is a sculptor's name.

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Physical Geography

easy2013
GeographyFIA

What is the largest peninsula in the world?

Correct answer: D

A
Southern India
B
Eastern India
C
Alaska
D
Arabia
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The Arabian Peninsula is the largest peninsula in the world, covering about 3.2 million square kilometers. The other options are either not peninsulas or are smaller in size.

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South Asia

easy2015
GeographyFIA

Which country to the east of India has experienced civil unrest?

Correct answer: C

A
Bhutan
B
Turkey
C
Myanmar
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Myanmar is the country located to the east of India and has experienced civil unrest in recent years, making it the correct answer. Bhutan is to the northeast but is generally stable, Turkey is not east of India, and 'None of these' is incorrect.

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Rivers

easy2015
GeographyFIA

Where does the River Indus originate?

Correct answer: A

A
Tibet
Correct
B
Nepal
C
Bhutan
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Indus River originates in the Tibetan Plateau, specifically near Lake Mansarovar in Tibet. Therefore, the correct answer is Tibet.

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Physical Geography

easy2015
GeographyFIA

The Siberian region of Russia lies in which continent?

Correct answer: B

A
Africa
B
Asia
Correct
C
Europe
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Siberian region is located in Russia, which is primarily part of the Asian continent. Therefore, the correct answer is Asia.

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Political Geography

easy2015
GeographyFIA

Sinkiang Province belongs to which country?

Correct answer: C

A
India
B
Russia
C
China
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Sinkiang Province, also known as Xinjiang, is an autonomous region in China. Therefore, it belongs to China.

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Arabian Peninsula

easy2018FIA Sub Inspector Paper 2018 Batch 2
GeographyFIA

Name the largest country in the Arabian Peninsula.

Correct answer: A

A
Saudi Arabia
Correct
B
Yemen
C
Iraq
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Arabian Peninsula by area, significantly larger than Yemen and Iraq, which is not part of the Arabian Peninsula. Therefore, option A is correct.

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Physical Geography

easy2018FIA Sub Inspector Paper 2018 Batch 2
GeographyFIA

Where is Borith Lake located?

Correct answer: B

A
KPK
B
GB
Correct
C
Sindh
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Borith Lake is located in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Pakistan. It is a well-known alpine lake in this region, making option B the correct answer.

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Washington D.C.

easy2018FIA Sub Inspector Paper 2018 Batch 2
GeographyFIA

Washington is located on which river?

Correct answer: A

A
Potomac River
Correct
B
Porali river
C
Thames River
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Washington D.C. is located on the Potomac River, which flows through the eastern United States and is a well-known geographical fact.

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Indus Valley Civilization

medium2018FIA Sub Inspector Paper 2018 Batch 2
GeographyFIA

What was the most important area in the Indus Valley civilization?

Correct answer: C

A
Agricultural
B
Services
C
Rivers
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The most important area in the Indus Valley civilization was the river system, particularly the Indus River, which provided water for agriculture, transportation, and supported the development of settlements. Thus, 'rivers' is the most accurate answer.

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Physical Geography

medium2019FIA UDC Paper 2019
GeographyFIA

What is the maximum height of the Kirthar Range?

Correct answer: A

A
2375 meters
Correct
B
2150 meters
C
2500 meters
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The maximum height of the Kirthar Range is approximately 2,375 meters, making option A correct. Option B (2150 meters) is lower than the actual maximum height, and option C (2500 meters) is an overestimate. Option D is incorrect as the correct height is listed among the options.

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Physical Geography

easy2019FIA UDC Paper 2019
GeographyFIA

What is the longest tunnel in Pakistan?

Correct answer: A

A
Khojak
Correct
B
Kalabagh
C
Tarbella
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Khojak Tunnel is the longest tunnel in Pakistan, located in Balochistan. It is longer than the other options listed, such as Kalabagh and Tarbella, which are dams, not tunnels.

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US Geography

easy2019FIA UDC Paper 2019
GeographyFIA

In which state of America is the city of Hollywood located?

Correct answer: B

A
Texas
B
California
Correct
C
Florida
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Hollywood is a famous district located in the city of Los Angeles, which is in the state of California. Therefore, the correct answer is California.

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Physical Geography

easy2019FIA UDC Paper 2019
GeographyFIA

Pakistan lies between which latitudes?

Correct answer: C

A
24°N to 37°N
B
56°N to 66°N
C
25°N to 36°N
Correct
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Pakistan geographically lies approximately between latitudes 24°N and 37°N, but the more accurate and commonly accepted range is 25°N to 36°N, which corresponds to option C. Option A's range is slightly off with 24°N instead of 25°N and 37°N instead of 36°N, making option C the best choice.

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Physical Geography

easy2019FIA UDC Paper 2019
GeographyFIA

Which pass connects Pakistan and Afghanistan?

Correct answer: A

A
Khyber Pass
Correct
B
Tochi Pass
C
Bashkaro Pass
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

The Khyber Pass is the most famous mountain pass connecting Pakistan and Afghanistan, historically serving as a key trade route and strategic military location. The other passes listed do not directly connect the two countries as prominently as the Khyber Pass.