Explanation

• Location: Khewra, Jhelum, Punjab, Pakistan
• Other Name: Mayo Salt Mine
• Status: Pakistan’s largest and oldest salt mine
• World Ranking: Second-largest salt mine
• Discovery: Traditionally attributed to Alexander the Great’s army (326 BC)
• Modern Mining: Developed during British rule; systematic mining began in 1872

Explanation

• Pakistan left the Commonwealth for the first time in January 1972.
• It following the recognition of Bangladesh by the Commonwealth.
• This led to Pakistan's temporary withdrawal before rejoining in 1989.

Additional information:

• The Commonwealth of Nations is a political association.
• It is founded by the Parliament of the United Kingdom on December 11, 1931.
• It's headquarters in London, United Kingdom.

Last verified on 14-10-2026

Explanation

• Ranikot Fort is located in Jamshoro District, Sindh.
• It is also known as The Great Wall of Sindh.
• It is believed to be the world's largest fort.
• It is circumference of approximately 32 KM or 20 Mile.
• The site was nominated in 1993 by the Pakistan National Commission for UNESCO World Heritage status.
• The fort is listed as a historical site under the Antiquities Act, 1975.
• The small Fort within Rani Kot Fort is known as Mari Kot.

Last verified on 17-03-2026

Explanation

• Balochistan is located in the south-western part of Pakistan.
• It is the largest province of Pakistan by area.
• It shares borders with Iran and Afghanistan.
• It also has a coastline along the Arabian Sea.
• Its capital is Quetta.

Additional information:

• Punjab → East
• Sindh → South-East
• KP → North-West

Last verified on 04-09-2026

Explanation

• India lies to the east of Pakistan.
• Pakistan’s border with India is approximately 3,323 km (2,065 mi) long.

• India to the east.
• Iran to the west.
• Afghanistan to the northwest.
• Arabian Sea to the south.

Last verified on 16-05-2026