خطوط نگاری کا فن اور روایت بیان کرتے ہوئے غالب کے خطوط کی خصوصیات بیان کیجیے۔ 

 غیر افسانوی نثر کی تعریف کرتے ہوئے اس کی اصناف سے متعلق اپنے خیالات کا اظہار کیجیے

How do Dalit narratives tell the stories of an entire community? Elaborate.

What do you understand by silenced text? Explain with reference to the text prescribed in your syllabus.

What is the alternative perspective that the Chandrabati Ramayana offers? Why is it important?

Trace, with suitable examples, the links between language, culture and power.

Answer, with reference to the context, any four of the following. 

a) I am neither among sinners nor among saints
Neither happy, nor unhappy
I belong neither to water not to earth
I am neither fire, not air
I know not who I am.

b) Long as tresses the night of parting.
The day of love is short as life,
If I see not my love, O friend,
How can I spend dark nights of grief?

c) Once you are used to it
you never afterwards
feel anything.

d) Once you are used to it
even the sorrow
that visits you
sometimes, in dreams,
melts away, embarrassed.

e) Long as tresses the night of parting,
The day of love is short as life,
If I see not my love, O friend,
How can I spend dark nights of grief?

f) Give me, a quill, quickly
She must be looking for me
The reed cut off its hand
Gave it to me and said
Take it,
I too am her servant.

Write a dialogue between two students discussing how soft skills are helping them in their academic life and future career planning.

(Include ideas such as confidence, teamwork, problem-solving, handling failure, and digital communicati

Write a report on a skill development workshop conducted in your college or community. Include the following details:

i. Title and objective of the workshop

ii. Key sessions and speakers

iii. Activities or practical sessions held

iv. Student or public participation and feedback

v. Learning outcomes and your personal reflection

Complete these sentences with the correct comparative or superlative form of the adjectives in brackets:

i. Communication is one of the __________ (important) life skills in today’s world.

ii. He is the __________ (confident) speaker in our class.

iii. Working in a team is often __________ (productive) than working alone.

iv. Among all my classmates, she has the __________ (good) presentation skills.

v. The training session was __________ (helpful) than I expected

Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verbs in brackets (past simple or present perfect):

Developing soft skills is a lifelong journey. I (1) ___________ (learn) a great deal about communication and time management in the last few months. I (2) __________ (attend) a workshop last weekend that focused on leadership and team-building. The trainer (3) __________ (give) us practical exercises, which I found helpful. Over the past year, I (4) __________ (take) part in several extracurricular activities to improve my interpersonal skills. These experiences (5) __________ (teach) me the value of cooperation. One of the turning points (6) __________ (be) my experience as a class representative, where I (7) __________ (coordinate) with faculty and students. I (8) __________ (never/realize) how much patience and empathy were needed until then. Recently, I (9) __________ (start) volunteering for a local NGO that supports underprivileged children. This work (10) __________ (inspire) me to pursue a career in social work.

Frame questions based on the answers given below:

i. ____________________________? I completed my internship with a media company last summer.

ii. ____________________________? Yes, I’ve participated in several debates and group discussions.

iii. ____________________________? My biggest strength is my ability to stay calm under pressure.

iv. ____________________________? I would like to improve my public speaking and presentation skills.

v. ____________________________? Yes, I plan to attend a leadership workshop next month

Group dynamics and conflict resolution techniques in team settings

The role of time management in achieving academic and career goals

Ways to build a growth mindset and overcome limiting beliefs

Importance of active listening in personal and professional communication

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

In today's interconnected world, emotional intelligence has emerged as a crucial determinant of personal and professional success. While academic achievements and technical skills are important, emotional intelligence—or EQ—enables individuals to navigate complex human interactions, manage stress, and maintain resilience in challenging situations.

Emotional intelligence involves several core components: self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, social skills, and motivation. Self-awareness allows individuals to recognize their emotional states and the impact of their behaviour on others. Self-regulation refers to the ability to control impulsive feelings and behaviours, manage emotions in healthy ways, and take initiative. Empathy—the capacity to understand others’ perspectives and emotions—forms the basis of effective interpersonal relationships and leadership.

In professional environments, emotionally intelligent individuals are better equipped to resolve conflicts, lead teams, and adapt to change. They listen actively, communicate clearly, and show sensitivity to colleagues’ needs. Employers increasingly seek professionals with high EQ, as these employees foster positive work cultures and demonstrate collaborative spirit.

Developing emotional intelligence is an ongoing process. It requires introspection, feedback, and conscious effort to manage one’s reactions. In a rapidly evolving workplace, where remote interactions and virtual collaborations are now common, EQ is not just a soft skill—it is an essential skill for building trust and sustaining productive relationships.

Q1 a) Answer the following questions:

 i. What are the five key components of emotional intelligence?

ii. Why is self-awareness considered a foundational skill in emotional intelligence?

iii. How does empathy contribute to professional relationships?

iv. What are the benefits of emotional intelligence in the workplace?

v. Why is EQ described as an essential skill in today's work environment?

Q1 b) Pick out words from the passage that are synonymous with the following:

i. Awareness and understanding of one's own character or feelings (para 2)

ii. Control or guidance of one’s behaviour (para 2)

iii. Strong desire or drive to achieve something (para 2)

iv. Ability to change or be changed according to circumstances (para 3)

v. Careful thought and examination of one’s own thoughts and actions (para 4)

Q1 c) Based on your understanding of the passage, explain in your own words why emotional intelligence is important for success.

How long will it take a given sum of money (Say in Rupees) to increase 4 times its present value when compounded half yearly at 7% rate of interest?

If the demand function for a good is , what is the price elasticity of demand at  rupees?

Find the integral of

(y²-1) dx-2dy = 0