Explanation

• Asia is the largest continent by land area and population.
• It covers about 44.58 million sq km.
• Around 60% of the world’s population lives in Asia.
• It has 40+ countries, including China, India, and Indonesia.
• It makes up about 30% of Earth’s land area.

Last verified on 07-02-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan, officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a country in South Asia.
• It is the world's fifth-most populous country.
• It is the world's second-largest Muslim population.
• It is the 33rd-largest country by area.
• The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.
• The Currency of Pakistan is the Pakistani rupee.

Last verified on 02-04-2026

Explanation

•  South Asia's Population (2026 Estimates):
• India: ~1.46 billion
• Pakistan: ~255 million
• Bangladesh: ~175 million

Last updated question by NS on 11 May 2026

Explanation

About World Press Freedom Index 2026

Total countries: 180

Topper: Norway

Bottom: Eritrea

Pakistan: 153rd

 Nepal topped South Asia with the rank of 87.

About World Press Freedom Index 2025

Topper: Norway

Bottom: Eritrea

Pakistan: 158th

Additional Information:

This index is released by Paris-based international NGO named Reporters Without Borders.

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Explanation

• Russia is the largest country in the world by area.
• Total area ≈ 17,098,242 km².
• Covers about 11% of Earth’s land surface.
• Lies in both Europe and Asia (Eurasia).
• Has 11 time zones, the most in the world.
• Population Rank: 9th in the world

Additional information:

Top 5 Most Populous Countries in Asia (2026):

1. India: ~1.46 billion
2. China: ~1.42 billion
3. Indonesia: ~272–285 million
4. Pakistan: ~240–251 million
5. Bangladesh: ~174 million

Last verified on 13-04-2026