Explanation

• Payam-i Mashriq by Allama Iqbal was written as a response to Goethe’s “West-östlicher Divan”.
• It was published in 1923.
• The book presents a dialogue between Eastern and Western thought.
• Iqbal aimed to highlight the value of Islamic and Eastern philosophy.
• It promotes spiritual awakening and selfhood (Khudi).

Last verified on 15-06-2026

Explanation

• The book "The Great Tragedy" was written by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto (Z.A. Bhutto).
• Published: 1971
• Topic: 1971 political crisis / East Pakistan separation
• Language: English

Last verified on 10-06-2026

Explanation

• First Introduced: 1933 by Chaudhary Rahmat Ali.
• Pamphlet: Titled "Now or Never" meaning Are We to Live or Perish Forever?

Additional information:

• First Use of Pakistan: Word appeared for the first time in this pamphlet.
• Based On: Two-nation theory of Syed Ahmed Khan.

Regions Represented (Pakistan):

1. Punjab
2. Afghanistan
3. Kashmir
4. Sindh
5. Baluchistan

Last verified on 24-03-2026

Explanation

• Hayat-e-Javed is a biography written by Altaf Hussain Hali.
• It is about the life of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan.
• The book highlights his reforms and educational services.
• It was first published in 1902.

Last verified on 06-06-2026

Explanation

• Author: Benazir Bhutto
• Themes: Political struggle, resilience against dictatorship, and family legacy.
• Publisher Simon & Schuster
• Publication date 7 January 1989

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Last updated by NS on 06 May 2026