Explanation

• The Haji Shariatullah started the Faraizi Movement in 1818.
• It was a religious and social reform movement in Bengal.
• The aim was to encourage Muslims to strictly follow Islamic duties (Faraiz).
• He was called Ustad (teacher) by his followers.
• After Haji Shariatullah, his son Dudu Miyan continued the movement.

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Explanation

• Lower Indus Plain is a major agricultural region.
• It lies between Mithan Kot and the Arabian Sea.
• It is formed by the Indus River and its tributaries.
• It includes parts of Sindh and southern Punjab.
• Indus River length in Pakistan – about 2,900 km (approx.)

Additional information:

• Upper Indus Plain – Northern Punjab
• Middle Indus Plain – Central Punjab

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Explanation

• The financial year of Pakistan starts on 1 July.
• It ends on 30 June of the next year.
• This period is used for budget and tax calculations.
• It is also called the fiscal year.
• Government budgets are announced according to this cycle.

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Explanation

• Potwar Plateau is an important region of Pakistan.
• It is lies between Jhelum and Indus rivers.
• It is part of the Salt Range region of Punjab.

Important Resources of Potwar Plateau:

• Dandot Coal Mines
• Makarwal Coal Mines
• Khewra Salt Mine
• Kalabagh Salt Range
• Oil and gas reserves in some areas

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Explanation

• The Silk Letter Movement was started by Mahmud Hasan Deobandi and Ubaidullah Sindhi.
• It began around 1913 as a secret movement against British rule.
• Messages were written on silk cloth to avoid detection.
• The aim was to gain foreign support (Afghanistan, Turkey).
• It continued until 1920 but was later exposed by the British.

Last verified on 30-04-2026