ASF Inspector Past Papers from 2004 to date

Guglielmo Marconi developed practical wireless telegraphy and is widely credited with inventing the radio.

The Thar coalfield in Sindh is Pakistan's largest coal deposit, so Thar, Sindh is the correct location.

The Saindak project contains economically significant deposits of copper, gold, and silver, so all of the above applies.

Italy (Milan - Cortina) was selected to host the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The Lahore Resolution was adopted by the All-India Muslim League on 23 March 1940 in Lahore.

The Objectives Resolution was adopted by Pakistan's Constituent Assembly on 12 March 1949, which is the date given for its passage.

Per the question's stated date, U.S. forces completed their withdrawal from Afghanistan on 31 August 2021, marking the end of the military presence.

Greenland is the world's largest island by land area, larger than Iceland and Cyprus, so it fits as the largest island.

NATO's political and administrative headquarters are located in Brussels, Belgium, which is the city listed in the options.

Pakistan's first national census after independence was conducted in 1951, making that year the date of the first census.

The Nehru Report was published in August 1928, when the committee chaired by Motilal Nehru presented its recommendations.

Historical tradition records that Hazrat Ali (R.A) captured the fort of Qamus, which is why his name is the listed conqueror.

Pakistan's first constitution was brought into force on 23 March 1956, which is the date given for its enforcement.

The source for this question names Balendra Shah as Nepal's prime minister, indicating he holds the office in the referenced material.

205,344 Sq Km is the recorded total area of Punjab Province as given in the question's data.

Amjad Hussain Azar is identified in the referenced source as the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, meaning he holds that position according to the question.

The United Kingdom's formal withdrawal from the European Union took effect on 31 January 2020, the date when Brexit was completed.

Prophet Musa (AS) is mentioned more often in the Qur'an than any other prophet, which is why he is the most frequently named.

'At one's beck and call' means being constantly ready to serve or obey someone's requests, i.e., always at their service.

According to the question's information, zakat was made obligatory in 2 Hijri during the early Medinan period.

CPEC (China - Pakistan Economic Corridor) is a project that forms part of China's broader Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

The Electoral College has 538 electors because it combines 435 Representatives, 100 Senators, and 3 electors for the District of Columbia (435+100+3=538).

Both "lazy" and "negligent" oppose "diligent": lazy implies unwillingness to work and negligent implies failing to take proper care, so both are antonyms.

Sukkur is the oldest major barrage on the Indus (the Lloyd/Sukkur Barrage predates Kotri, Guddu, and Taunsa).

Sarfraz Bugti is identified here as the Chief Minister of Balochistan, matching the answer given in the question.

Liaquat Ali Khan moved the Objective Resolution in the Constituent Assembly in 1949, which is why his name is listed.

The 1973 Constitution of Pakistan originally contained 280 articles, which is the number stated in the question.

António Guterres has been serving as Secretary‑General of the United Nations (he took office in 2017), matching the answer provided.

The first ten primes sum to 129 (2+3+5+7+11+13+17+19+23+29=129); dividing by 10 gives an arithmetic mean of 12.9.

The Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan was signed on September 19, 1960 under World Bank mediation.

The Prophet's migration (Hijrah) from Makkah to Madinah took place in 622 CE, an event that marks the start of the Islamic calendar.

The Shimla conference was held on 24 June 1945 to discuss wartime and postwar political arrangements in British India.

Rohtas Fort near Jhelum was built by Sher Shah Suri in the 16th century as a strategic military stronghold.

The Indus is Pakistan's longest river, running north to south across the country into the Arabian Sea.

The Battle of the Trench (Khandaq) took place in 5 AH (627 CE) when Medina's defenders dug a trench to repel the besieging forces.

SAARC was founded on 8 December 1985 when South Asian nations signed its charter to promote regional cooperation.

About 70 Huffaz were martyred at the Battle of Yamama, an event that helped prompt the early compilation of the Quran into a single codex.

It took place in 8 AH (630 AD), when the Prophet entered and peacefully reclaimed Makkah with the Muslim force.

Orient Airline (Orient Airways) was Pakistan's first public airline, established before independence and later merged into the national carrier.

Hazrat Musab ibn Umair was sent to Madina before the Hijra as the Prophet's first preacher and envoy to teach Islam there.

Hazrat Abu Ubaidah bin Jarah was famed for his trustworthiness and was honored with the title Ameen-ul-Ummat for his reliability.

China was the first to introduce government-issued paper money, beginning use of banknotes during the Song dynasty.

Xi Jinping announced the Belt and Road Initiative in 2013, presenting it as China's global infrastructure and development strategy.

The 1973 Constitution was brought into force on 14 August 1973, the date it was promulgated.

The Nile's main headstream, the White Nile, rises from Lake Victoria in East Africa, making it the river's primary source.

The Meesaq-e-Madina (Constitution of Medina) was a written pact establishing governance and rights among Medina's communities and is regarded as the earliest formal constitution.

The Treaty of Hudaibiya was concluded in the 6th year after Hijra (6 AH) between the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the Quraysh.

Masjid-e-Quba in Medina was the first mosque established by the Prophet ﷺ shortly after his migration from Mecca.

The NFC Award is the formula used for sharing federal revenues and funds among provinces within the federation.

Pakistan's national anthem was written by Hafiz Jalandhri.

Sound intensity is a physical power-per-area quantity measured in watts per square meter (W/m²), while decibels express a related level on a logarithmic scale.

O negative blood lacks A and B antigens and the Rh factor, so it can be transfused to patients of any blood group in emergencies.

The 1905 Partition of Bengal was reversed by the British in 1911, restoring the province's unity.

Sumaiyyah bint Khayyat was killed for her faith during early Islam and is recognized as the first female martyr (Shaheed).

Salman al-Farsi advised digging a trench around Medina as a defensive tactic during the Battle of Khandaq, a strategy drawn from his Persian background.

Article 19A of the Constitution grants the right to information, ensuring citizens can access public records and government-held information.

CCI stands for Council of Common Interests, the constitutional body that addresses power-sharing and disputes between federal and provincial governments.

Pragmatic means practical, so its opposites include both 'idealistic' and 'unpractical', making 'Both A and B' the antonyms.

The lungs are located in the thoracic cavity (the chest), protected by the rib cage and separated from the abdomen by the diaphragm.

'White goods' refers to large household appliances (like refrigerators and washing machines), which are durable consumption goods.

Nippon is the Japanese name for Japan and is used by Japanese people to refer to their country.

The World Health Organization's main headquarters are located in Geneva, Switzerland, where its global operations are coordinated.

Khojak Tunnel in Balochistan is historically recognized as the longest railway tunnel in Pakistan.

24-carat gold is considered pure gold (about 99.9% purity), making it the highest standard of gold purity.

The Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan was enacted in 1985.

Surah al-Fatiha is the opening chapter of the Quran and is recited at the start of prayers.

Hazrat Khadijah (RA), the Prophet's first wife, passed away in the 10th year of Prophethood during Ramadan.

Charles Babbage is called the father of the computer for his design of the analytical engine, a precursor to modern computers.

SAARC's secretariat is based in Kathmandu, Nepal, which serves as the organization's headquarters.

Ghazwa-e-Badr took place in 2 AH, the second year after the Hijrah when the Muslim community fought the Quraysh at Badr.

Hazrat Khadija (RA) was the first woman to accept Islam, embracing the Prophet's message at the very beginning.

The Battle of Mu'tah was fought in 8 AH (629 AD), when Muslim forces engaged Byzantine-allied troops near Mu'tah.

Historical accounts record that fourteen Muslim companions were martyred in the Battle of Badr, which is the commonly cited casualty number.

In nuclear power generation, energy is produced by a controlled chain reaction where fission events are sustained but regulated to release usable power.

Surah Al-Qadr concludes with reference to Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power), a night associated with special prayers.

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation's permanent headquarters and secretariat are located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

CPEC stands for China - Pakistan Economic Corridor, a major infrastructure and trade initiative between China and Pakistan.

Prophet Salih (AS) was sent to the people of Thamud to call them to monotheism, according to Islamic tradition.

This item states that Azerbaijan hosted the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29).

Alexander Graham Bell is credited here as the inventor of the telephone in standard historical accounts.

Gen. Frank Meservy served as Pakistan Army's first Commander-in-Chief following independence in 1947.

Inimical means hostile or unfriendly, so 'hostile' is the appropriate synonym.

Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) was the first adult male companion to accept Islam among the Prophet's followers.

The correct collocation is 'interested in,' so the sentence reads: 'He is interested in reading books.'

The Strait of Hormuz is the main export route for Persian Gulf oil and carries roughly 40% of the world's traded crude oil.

The paper states Sweden became NATO's 32nd member in March 2024.

Yaumul Furqan is a name given to the Battle of Badr, the decisive early Islamic victory.

The National Assembly passed the 18th Amendment bill on April 8, 2010.

Islam has five basic pillars - faith, prayer, fasting, alms, and pilgrimage - which form its core practices.

Choudhry Mohammad Ali was serving as Pakistan's prime minister when the first constitution was enforced in 1956.

'Dank' means unpleasantly moist, so 'damp' is the appropriate synonym.

In the 1945 - 46 provincial elections the Muslim League won 425 seats, boosting its political standing.

The 1973 constitution established a parliamentary, bicameral system with a National Assembly and an upper house (Senate), making the legislature two-chambered under parliamentary rule.

The ostrich is the largest bird because it is the tallest and heaviest living bird, adapted to running rather than flight.

The Shimla Agreement between India and Pakistan was signed in 1972, which is the year stated in the question.

Hazrat Bilal is recognized as Islam's first muazzin, appointed by the Prophet Muhammad to call believers to prayer.

Niagara Falls lie on the border between the United States and Canada, spanning New York state and Ontario.

Saudi Arabia is the largest country on the Arabian Peninsula by land area, covering the majority of the peninsula.

Inflation refers to rising general price levels and the resulting fall in money's purchasing power, so both descriptions apply.

The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world by area, covering much of North Africa.

Injeel is the Arabic term for the Gospel and literally means "good news."

The first revealed word of the Quran was "Iqra," meaning "read/recite," which began the revelation to Prophet Muhammad.

The 1962 constitution of Pakistan established a presidential system, concentrating executive power in a president rather than a parliamentary cabinet.

According to the question source, Brazil hosted the COP30 climate summit in 2025.

The Council of Common Interests is the constitutional forum that resolves disputes over power sharing between the Federation and the Provinces.

Article 19 of the 1973 Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to freedom of speech and expression.

The Battle of Yarmouk was fought between the early Muslim armies and the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.

The Karakoram Highway links Pakistan and China by crossing the Khunjerab Pass on their border.

Opaque means not allowing light or clear vision through, while transparent means allowing light to pass and being see-through, making it the opposite.

Surah Al Naml contains Bismillah twice because one occurrence appears within the narrative (the letter of Prophet Sulaiman) as noted in the question.

Petrograd and Leningrad were historical names for St. Petersburg, the Russian city that has borne those names at different times.

Islamic tradition attributes the founding or building of Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem to Prophet Sulaiman (AS).

Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession to India on 26 October 1947, formalizing the state's accession on that date.

According to the paper, the State of Hyderabad Deccan was attacked on 11 September 1948, referring to the 1948 Indian operation to annex Hyderabad.

Transparent means allowing light and visibility through, whereas opaque prevents light and sight, so opaque is its antonym.

Loquacious means very talkative, and both 'garrulous' and 'talkative' share that meaning, so both A and B are synonyms.

Najeebullah is an honorific associated with Prophet Hazrat Dawood (David) in Islamic tradition, reflecting his esteemed status.

Madni (Medinan) surahs are traditionally counted as 28, meaning those chapters of the Qur'an revealed after the Prophet's migration to Medina.

The Mariana Trench is the deepest known part of Earth's oceans, reaching the greatest depth below sea level.

Pakistan's 1956 constitution was promulgated under the legal framework left by the Indian Independence Act of 1947, which governed the transfer of authority at independence.

CPEC refers to the China - Pakistan Economic Corridor, a major economic connectivity initiative often described as a game changer for regional development.

The Financial Action Task Force was established in Paris to combat money laundering, creating international standards to detect and prevent illicit financial flows.

Per the question, Justice Ayesha Malik is identified as the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court of Pakistan, marking a historic first for the judiciary.

Yaum-e-Takbeer marks Pakistan's first successful nuclear tests (Chagai) and is observed to commemorate those tests.

98.6°F is the commonly cited average normal human body temperature on the Fahrenheit scale.

To 'cost an arm and a leg' is an idiom meaning something is very expensive or costs a great deal.

The verb 'divided' takes the preposition 'into' to show separation, as in 'divided into three parts.'

'Pernicious' means harmful or destructive, so its antonym is 'beneficial,' meaning helpful or good.

The Treaty of Madina (the Constitution/Treaty of Medina) is regarded as the first international treaty in Islamic history.

The traditional nisab threshold for zakat on gold is 7.5 tola, the minimum amount that makes zakat obligatory.

'Ijtihad' literally means 'attempt' or effort, referring to the exertion of reasoning in legal matters.

Under the British assets division between India and Pakistan, Pakistan's share was 75 crore rupees.

'Accustomed to' is the standard phrase, so 'to' is the preposition required before the gerund 'being interrupted.'

'Since' is used to mark the starting point of an action in time, so 'since 1999' indicates when she began living here.

Iman-e-Mufassal traditionally enumerates seven essential beliefs, so the number seven matches that listing.

Hadith refers to the Prophet's sayings, actions, and approvals, which matches the description given.

The statement specifies the five prayers were made compulsory in the 10th Nabvi, so that option reflects the given claim.

Hazrat Nuh (Nooh) is called Adam-e-Sani (second Adam) because he is regarded as the progenitor of a renewed human lineage after the flood.

The Constitution of Pakistan 1973 sets out the procedure for making laws and rules, which is what the item refers to.

Luscious means richly tasty or appealing to the taste, so 'delicious' is the appropriate synonym.

Sanad refers to the chain of transmitters (narrators) that links a Hadith back to the Prophet, so the term 'Sanad of Hadith' names that chain.

The question's report states Pakistani airstrikes struck the Afghan provinces of Nangarhar and Paktika in February 2026, so those two provinces are the targets mentioned.

Let B = current age of B; A = B+8. After 4 years: (B+8)+4 = 1.5(B+4) → B+12 = 1.5B+6 → 6 = 0.5B → B = 12 years.

Selling price = 1500 − 10% of 1500 = 1350; profit = 1350 − 1200 = 150, so profit% = 150/1200 ×100 = 12.5%.

Add the equations: (2x+y)+(x−y)=11+1 → 3x = 12, hence x = 4.

Solve 3x − 4 = 17 → 3x = 21 → x = 7.

Umm-ul-Momineen (Mothers of the Believers) is the title given to the wives of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

The Battle of Badr is recognized as the first major battle of Islam, fought between the early Muslims and the Quraysh.

FBR (Federal Board of Revenue) is Pakistan's federal agency responsible for collecting major taxes and enforcing tax laws.