ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (PESSI) / SOCIAL SECURITY OFFICER (BS-17) 2019 IN THE PUNJAB EMPLOYEES SICIAL SECURITY INSTITUTION, PESSI (In the Labour & Human Resource Department), CASE NO.88-RM/2011, PAPER HELD ON: 14-09-2019

What is the meaning of idiom “A pipe dream”?

  • (A) A pleasant dream
  • (B) A bad dream
  • (C) An impracticable wish
  • (D) A foolish idea
Check Answer
  • (C) An impracticable wish
Explanation

Correct option is (C) An impracticable wish. “A pipe dream” refers to an unfeasible or delightful idea, often unachievable or impractical, often derived from pipe smokers’ imaginative thoughts during dreaming or relaxation. So, (C) option is right i.e. An impactable wish. 


“FOX TV Channel” belongs to which country?

  • (A) USA
  • (B) UK
  • (C) Germany
  • (D) China
Check Answer
  • (A) USA
Explanation

correct option is (D) USA. The Fox TV channel is owned by the United States (America) Fox Corporation, New York City. Fox TV started in 1986 as a fourth network to compete with ABC, CBS, and NBC.


Complete the proverb: “Absence makes the heart grow _______.”

  • (A) Close
  • (B) Flaw
  • (C) Fonder
  • (D) Rich
Check Answer
  • (C) Fonder
Explanation

Correct option is (C) Fonder. Absence makes the heart grow fonder. Absence can deepen feelings for someone or something, as the saying “absence makes the heart grow fonder” suggests. It can help appreciate and miss someone, especially in long-distance relationships or extended family separations. This separation can make the heart grow fonder, resulting in stronger love and regard for someone.


How many countries are there in the world having glaciers?

  • (A) 37
  • (B) 40
  • (C) 47
  • (D) 50
Check Answer
  • (D) 50
Explanation

correct option is (D) 50. There are indeed around 50 countries that have glaciers. Glaciers are originate on every continent except Australia, and they play a vital role in shaping the countryside and providing lake resources.


Which country is known as the Playground of Europe?

  • (A) Sweden
  • (B) Holland
  • (C) Belgium
  • (D) Switzerland
Check Answer
  • (D) Switzerland
Explanation

Correct option is (D) Switzerland. Switzerland, promoted by Leslie Stephen’s book “The Playground of Europe,” proposals frequent daring doings like bike riding, paragliding, snowshoeing, pushing, canyon vacillation, sled riding, trekking, and skydiving.


Atom is made up of how many different kinds of subatomic particles?

  • (A) Two
  • (B) Three
  • (C) Four
  • (D) Five
Check Answer
  • (B) Three
Explanation

An atom is a tiny structure block composed of three main parts: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons are positively charged subdivisions in the nucleus, neutrons are neutral factions, and electrons orbit around the outdoor. Composed, these subatomic atoms form the atom, which is the groundwork of all substance in the world.


Martina Hinges is a renowned tennis player belongs to:

  • (A) Argentina
  • (B) Russia
  • (C) Switzerland
  • (D) Ireland
Check Answer
  • (C) Switzerland
Explanation

Martina Hingis, a Swiss tennis player, has gained five main singles titles, 13 women’s doubles labels, and seven varied pair titles, held both No. 1 rankings concurrently for 29 weeks, and won the Olympic silver medal in pair.


Which of the following is the official currency of Nigeria?

  • (A) Ringgit
  • (B) Naira
  • (C) Riyal
  • (D) Rand
Check Answer
  • (B) Naira
Explanation

The Nigerian naira (NGN), introduced in 1973, is the authorized coinage and is divided into 100 kobo. Delivered by the Central Bank of Nigeria, it has undergone numerous reshapes and has an conversation rate of around ₦767.54 per $1.


“DUBLIN” is the capital city of:

  • (A) Ireland
  • (B) Switzerland
  • (C) Swaziland
  • (D) Holland
Check Answer
  • (A) Ireland
Explanation

Dublin is the capital and major city of Ireland, a country located in the North Atlantic on the island of Ireland. Dublin is a hurried city with a rich ethnic knowledge rooted in history, works, and music. Dublin’s top magnetisms comprise approachable pubs, outdated Irish music meetings, and attractive Irish cuisine such as Irish stew, shepherd’s pie, and soda bread. The city has a populace of approximately 527,000 and is a famous traveler magnetism.


Who among the early nationalists worked in England to mobilize public opinion in favor of the Indian National Movement?

  • (A) Dadabhai Naoroji
  • (B) Gokhley
  • (C) Quaid-e-Azam
  • (D) Jawaharlal Nehru
Check Answer
  • (A) Dadabhai Naoroji
Explanation

Dadabhai Naoroji, frequently recognized as the “Grand Old Man of India,” consumed most of his life in Britain, wherever he shaped the London Indian Society and helped as Premier of the Indian National Congress, highlighting British financial exploitation of India.


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