Explanation

• The Basic Principles Committee was formed in 1949 to prepare the basic framework of the Constitution of Pakistan.
• It was established by the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan.
• It was chaired by Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan.
• The committee was formed on 12 March 1949, following the adoption of the Objectives Resolution.
• Its purpose was to recommend the constitutional principles for the new state.

Last verified on 28-07-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan purchased the Gwadar enclave from Oman on 8 September 1958 
• The Gwadar Port is situated on the Arabian Sea at Gwadar in the Balochistan
• Takeover Date: December 8, 1958.
• Purchase Amount: $3 million (approximately £3 million).
• Port Opening: 2002

Last updated by NA on 23-April-2026

Explanation

• Indian National Congress – headed by Bal Gangadhar Tilak
• All-India Muslim League – led by Muhammad Ali Jinnah

Purposes of Lucknow Pact:

• Hindu-Muslim unity
• Congress-League cooperation
• Constitutional reforms
• Separate electorates for Muslims
• Demand for self-government

Last verified on 19-01-2026

Explanation

• The National Assembly and Senate passed the amendment on 7 January 2020.
• It provided a legal framework for the appointment, reappointment, and extension of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS).
• COAS Tenure (Amended): 3 years
• President Dr. Arif Alvi signed it on 10 January 2020, following the Supreme Court's 2019 decision.

Last verified on 27-07-2026

Explanation

• Sir Syed Ahmed Khan became a member of the Imperial Legislative Council in July 1878.
• He served as an Additional Member from July 1878 to July 1880.
• He later served a second term until 1883.
• His membership recognized his contributions to education and social reforms.

Additional information:

• Joined Government Service: 1839 (as Naib Munshi)
• Promoted as Sub-Judge: 1841
• Transferred to Delhi: 1846

Last verified on 26-07-2026