Explanation

• - Origin: Near Mount Kailash, Tibet (China), in the Lake Rakshastal region.
• - Route: Tibet → Himachal Pradesh (India) → Pakistan.
• - Length: Approximately 1,450 km.
• - Position: Easternmost tributary of the Indus River.
• - River System: Indus River system.
• - Importance: One of the five rivers of Punjab.

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• The 3rd June Plan 1947 is also called the Mountbatten Plan.
• It announced the partition of British India into India and Pakistan.
• Punjab and Bengal were to be divided under this plan.
• It was the final plan for independence.
• It led directly to the creation of Pakistan in August 1947.

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Explanation

• Tirich Mir is the highest mountain in the Hindu Kush range
• It’s the 33rd-highest peak in the world.
  
• It is the highest mountain in the world
• Tirich Mir is located in the Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Tirich Mir height: 7708 meters 
• It was first climbed on 21 July 1950 by a Norwegian

Additional Information:

Pakistan's Highest Peaks List:

• Himalayas range: Nanga Parbat
• K-2: Karakoram range
• Kirthar: Zardak Peak
• Koh e Suleman: Takhat e Sulaimani
• Salt Range: Sakesar

 Last updated on 12 NOV 2026

Explanation

• Seasonal rainfall in Pakistan is mainly controlled by the monsoon system.

• Monsoon winds bring moist air from the Indian Ocean during summer (July–September).

• These winds cause heavy rainfall in many parts of Pakistan.

• In winter, dry continental winds reduce rainfall.

• This seasonal wind pattern creates variation in rainfall throughout the year.

Last verified on 09-05-2026

Explanation

• Akbar strongly supported the development of Mughal painting.
• He established a royal painting workshop with artists from different traditions.
• Mughal miniature paintings illustrated historical events, court life, and literary works.
• Persian and Indian artistic influences contributed to the style.

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• The National College of Arts is located in Lahore, with another campus in Rawalpindi.
• It offers education in fine arts, design, architecture, and related disciplines.
• It developed from the Mayo School of Arts.
• It has played a major role in professional art education in Pakistan.

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Explanation

• Ustad Allah Bakhsh was a renowned Pakistani painter.
• His work frequently depicted rural Punjab, village life, and folk themes.
• He also painted scenes inspired by Punjabi legends.
• His style was largely representational and realistic.

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Explanation

• Zubeida Agha was a pioneer of modern abstract painting in Pakistan.
• Her work moved away from traditional realistic representation.
• She experimented with colour, form, and abstraction.

Last verified on 10-11-2026

Explanation

• The Mayo School of Arts was established in Lahore in 1875.
• John Lockwood Kipling was its first principal.
• The institution later became the National College of Arts (NCA).
• It played an important role in art and design education in the region.

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Explanation

• Ustad Allah Bakhsh was a renowned Pakistani painter.
• He was famous for depicting rural life, village scenes, and Punjabi folklore.
• His paintings often portrayed traditional culture, landscapes, and characters from folk stories.

Last verified on 10-11-2026