Introduction
The pre-qualifying exam (pretest) is the mandatory screening test conducted by the Public Service Commission (PSC) in Nepal. It filters candidates for the main written examination across various posts like Kharidar, Nayab Subba, and Section Officer. This objective exam tests General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Reasoning, and Language skills. Due to the negative marking system, accuracy is as vital as speed.
Main Content
The general structure of the Loksewa pretest is as follows:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Full Marks | 100 (1 mark per question) |
| Time Duration | 90 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer |
| Selection Ratio | 7 to 15 times the number of vacancies |
Key Practice Questions from the Source:
- Constitution: Nepal has 7 provinces according to the 2072 Constitution. Article 18 guarantees the Right to Equality, and Article 75 vests executive power in the Council of Ministers.
- Geography: Dolpa is the largest district by area (7,889 sq km). The Koshi River is known as the "Sorrow of Bihar." Shey Phoksundo is the deepest lake (145m).
- International Affairs: SAARC headquarters is in Kathmandu (since 1987). The UN was established in 1945, and Nepal became a member in 1955. Nepal joined the WTO in 2004.
- Environment: Chitwan National Park (est. 2030 BS) is famous for one-horned rhinos. Sagarmatha National Park was established in 2033 BS.
- Local Governance: There are 753 local levels in Nepal, including 6 Metropolitan Cities and 460 Rural Municipalities.
- Institutions: The Public Service Commission was established in 2009 BS. The National Human Rights Commission is a constitutional body (Article 248).
Key Takeaways
- The pretest consists of 100 questions to be solved in 90 minutes.
- Negative marking deducts 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
- The Supreme Court (Sarbochcha Adalat) has the sole authority to interpret the Constitution.
- Nepal's per capita income crossed the USD 1,500 milestone in 2082 BS.
What to Avoid
- Do not guess blindly; the 0.25 negative marking can significantly lower your score.
- Do not confuse the largest district by area (Dolpa) with the largest lake by area (Rara).
- Do not mistake the establishment of SAARC (1985) with the establishment of its Secretariat in Kathmandu (1987).
FAQ
Q1: How many local levels are there in Nepal? There are 753 local levels, including Metropolitan, Sub-Metropolitan, Municipalities, and Rural Municipalities.
Q2: What is the tenure of the President of Nepal? According to Article 64, the President holds office for a term of 5 years.
Q3: Which body interprets the Constitution of Nepal? The Supreme Court (Sarbochcha Adalat) interprets the Constitution under Article 133.
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