Explanation

• NEPRA is the regulatory authority in Pakistan for electricity generation, transmission, and distribution.
• It ensures fair pricing, licensing, and standards in the power sector.
• It was established in 1997.

Last verified on 13-05-2026

Explanation

• PDNA stands for Post-Disaster Needs Assessment.
• It is a joint product of the European Union, the World Bank and the United Nations Development Group
• Goal: To create a "build back better" recovery strategy.
• Note: PDNA is often used in the context of major international disasters, such as the 2022 Pakistan Floods.

Last updated question NS on 10 MAY 2026

Explanation

• ALU stands for Arithmetic Logic Unit.
• It is a core part of the CPU (Central Processing Unit).
• It performs arithmetic operations like addition and subtraction.
• It also performs logical operations like AND, OR, NOT.
• It is essential for processing data in a computer system.

Last verified on 26-04-2026

Explanation

• The Central Treaty Organization (CENTO),
• Formerly known as the Middle East Treaty Organization (METO)
• Also known as the Baghdad Pact
• Military alliance of the Cold War.
• Headquarters:
• Baghdad (1955 – 1958)
• Ankara (1958 – 1979)
• Formed on 24 February 1955 by:
• Iran
• Iraq
• Pakistan
• Turkey
• and the United Kingdom.

Additional information

CENTO alliance was dissolved on 16 March 1979

Both Iran and Pakistan remained members of CENTO till? 1979

Pakistan left CENTO in which year____? 1979

When Pakistan signed the Baghdad pact, later called CENTO:23 September 1955

Last updated by NA on 25-April-2026

Explanation

• The International Monetary Fund (IMF)
• A major financial agency of the United Nations and an international financial institution.
• Pakistan officially became a member of the IMF on July 11, 1950.
• IMF founded: 27 December 1945
• Headquarters: Washington, USA
• Total members: 190
• Official language: English

Last updated by NA on 24-April-2026

Explanation

• PEEDA stands for the Punjab Employees Efficiency, Discipline and Accountability Act
• Applies to employees in the public sector in Punjab.
• Passed by the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab
• On October 2, 2006

Explanation

NICOP stand for National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis

NICOP is a registration document issued to an eligible citizen of Pakistan

who lives or has reference abroad.

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NICOP is an official identification document for Pakistani Citizens working / living abroad.

Explanation

GIS stands for Geographic Information System 

It is a computer system that analyzes and displays geographically referenced information.

Explanation

• PERA stands for Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority.
• To regulate, enforce, and monitor government policies in Punjab.
• Established in: Punjab, Pakistan.
• Formed 17 October 2024
• Motto: Welfare of the Citizens
• Headquarters: Lahore

Last updated 15-03-2026

Explanation

• LED (Light Emitting Diode) is a semiconductor device that emits light when electric current passes through it.
• It is widely used in lighting, displays, electronic indicators, and screens.

Additional information:

• Energy efficiency: Up to 90% more efficient than traditional bulbs
  First discovery: H. J. Round – 1907
  Early research: Oleg Losev – 1927
  Practical LED development: James R. Biard – 1961
  First commercial production: October 1962 (Nick Holonyak)

Last verified on 12-03-2026