Explanation

• China is Pakistan’s largest trade partner.
• Trade between Pakistan and China increased significantly after CPEC (2015).
• Both countries signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in 2006.
• This partnership plays a key role in Pakistan’s economy and infrastructure development.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Definition: Total value of goods and services produced within a country in a year
• Components: Consumption, Investment, Government Spending, Net Exports
• Purpose: Measures economic performance and standard of living
• Units: Usually in US dollars or local currency
• Major Example: Pakistan’s GDP in 2025 ≈ $500 billion (nominal)

Explanation

• Banana is mostly cultivated in Sindh province of Pakistan.
• More than 90% of banana cultivation area is in Sindh.
• It contributes about 80% of total national banana production.
• Pakistan grows bananas on around 34.9 thousand hectares of land.

Last verified on 12-06-2026

Explanation

Major Kharif Crops

1. Rice
2. Sugarcane
3. Cotton
4. Maize
5. Bajra
6. Jowar

• Start: April – June
• End: September – October

• Sowing: October – December
• Harvesting: March – May

Last verified on 27-01-2026

Explanation

• Wheat is the major and staple crop of Pakistan.
• It is the most widely grown food grain in the country.
• Wheat is mainly grown in Punjab and Sindh provinces.
• It is used to make flour (atta), a basic food in Pakistan.
• Wheat season: Rabi crop (winter season).

Last verified on 01-06-2026