Explanation

• Lahore Fort was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981.
• It is located in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
• It was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar.
• It is also known as Shahi Qila.

Last verified on 19-04-2026

Explanation

• The Kuka Movement was a religious and reformist movement in the mid-19th century.
• It started in Western Punjab under the leadership of Bhagat Jawahar Mal (Ram Singh) in 1862.
• The aim was to bring social and religious reforms among Sikhs and society.
• It opposed British rule and corruption.
• The movement played a role in early anti-colonial resistance in India.

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Explanation

Allama Iqbal

• Born: November 9, 1877 (Sialkot)
• Father: Sheikh Noor Muhammad
• Mother: Imam Bibi
• Received PhD: Germany
• Title: Poet of the East
• Famous books: Bang-e-Dara, Zarb-i-Kalim, Armughan-e-Hijaz
• Famous Punjabi Books/Poem: Piyaara Jedi, Baba Bakri Wala
• Died: 21 April 1938
• Burial: Badshahi Mosque in Lahore

Last verified on 30-03-2026

Explanation

• Under the Treaty of Amritsar in March 1846, the British government sold Kashmir to Gulab Singh for 7.5 million Nanakshahee rupees.
• Gulab Singh was subsequently bestowed with the title of Maharaja.

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Explanation

• The Radcliff Award is known for Boundary Commission.

Additional information:

Key facts about Radcliffe Award:

• Partition Plan Date: 3 June 1947
• Announcement Date: 17 August 1947
• Chairman: Cyril Radcliffe
• Provinces Divided: Punjab & Bengal
• Countries Involved: India & Pakistan

Last verified on 13-04-2026