1. The Earth is divided into three main layers. The outermost layer is called the:

2. Which famous Mauryan King embraced Buddhism after the bloody war of Kalinga?

3. The movement of the Earth’s plates that causes the ground to shake is known as an:

4. The most important river of Pakistan, which was also the cradle of an ancient civilization, is the:

5. Which instrument is used to measure the intensity of an earthquake?

6. The first Muslim General to enter Sindh in 712 AD was:

7. Deep inside the Earth, rocks are in a molten (liquid) state called:

8. Forests are important because they provide us with:

9. The “Great Bath” was a famous structure found in which ancient city of Sindh?

10. Atmosphere is the layer of _____ surrounding the Earth.

Answer any FOUR of the following:

1. Identify key events and personalities in the Mauryan Empire.
2. How did the Cyrus treat the people he conquered?
3. List the Battles fought between the Muslims and Christians under the title of crusades.
4. Explain rule of law in detail?
5. What types of rights citizens enjoy in a country?
6. Explain the role of CSOs in contributing to the welfare of the people.