Explanation

• Markhor is the national animal of Pakistan.
• “Markhor” means “snake eater.”
• known as a symbol of bravery and sharp intelligence.
• Large wild goat (Capra species).
• Found in Central Asia, the Karakoram, and the Himalayan regions.

Explanation

• Deodar is the National tree of Pakistan.
• It is also known as  Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus Deodara).
• Its name is derived from 'Sanskrit' and means "Wood of the God".
• It is amongst the tallest trees in the country.
• Its heights of around 40-50 meters.

Additional information:

• National Bird: Chukar
• National Animal: Markhor
• National Dish: Nihari
• National Fruit: Mango
• National Flower: Jasmine
• National Vegetable: Lady Finger (Okra)

Last verified on 08-03-2026

Explanation

• Date: 16 August 1946
• Location: Calcutta (now Kolkata), Bengal, British India
• Organizer: All India Muslim League
• Announced By: Muhammad Ali Jinnah
• Outcome: Large-scale communal riots and violence between Hindus and Muslims

Last verified on 02-02-2026

Explanation

Sikandar Sultan Raja appointed CEC: 27 January 2020

Sikandar Sultan Raja: first retired bureaucrat to have ever been appointed as the head of the top electoral body

Previously, Sardar Muhammad Raza was CEC (retired on December 5, 2019)

Explanation

Asif Ali Zardari is the current president of Pakistan since March 2024

Number: 14th president 

Predecessor: Dr. Arif Alvi

Party affiliation: PPP

Elected in March 2024

Update & verified on 23-05-2026

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