Explanation

Explanation

• The ancient and native language of Punjab Province is Punjabi.
• It is one of the oldest and most widely spoken languages in South Asia.
• Punjabi developed over centuries in the Punjab region.
• It is written mainly in Shahmukhi (Pakistan) and Gurmukhi (India) scripts.
• It reflects the cultural and historical identity of Punjab.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Brahui is one of the regional languages spoken in Pakistan.
• It is mainly spoken in Balochistan.
• Urdu is the national language.
• English is the official language.
• Balochistan is the largest province of Pakistan by area.

Last verified on 13-05-2026

Explanation

• Shah Wali Ullah Dehlawi translated the Holy Quran into Persian language for the first time in the Indian subcontinent.

Additional information:

• Real Name: Qutb-ud-Din Ahmad Shah Wali Ullah
• Born: 21 February 1703, Phulat (Mughal Empire)
• Died: 20 August 1762, Delhi

Last verified on 11-05-2026

Explanation

• The word “Urdu” is derived from the Turkish word “Ordu”.
• In Turkish, Ordu means “Army” or “camp”.
• Urdu language developed in the Indian subcontinent.
• It became widely used as a lingua franca in South Asia.
• The name “Urdu” was first used around 1780 by Ghulam Hamadani Mushafi.
• Maulvi Abdul Haq – Known as “Father of Urdu”.

Last verified on 30-04-2026