Explanation

• Official Adoption: 16 August 1954
• Lyrics Writer: Hafeez Jalandhari (1952)
• Composer: Ahmad G. Chagla (1949)
• Duration: About 80 seconds
• Words: 48 words, 15 lines
• First played on Radio: August 13, 1954

Last verified on 07-06-2026

Explanation

• Markhor is the national animal of Pakistan.
• “Markhor” means “snake eater.”
• known as a symbol of bravery and sharp intelligence.
• Large wild goat (Capra species).
• Found in Central Asia, the Karakoram, and the Himalayan regions.

Explanation

• Deodar is the National tree of Pakistan.
• It is also known as  Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus Deodara).
• Its name is derived from 'Sanskrit' and means "Wood of the God".
• It is amongst the tallest trees in the country.
• Its heights of around 40-50 meters.

Additional information:

• National Bird: Chukar
• National Animal: Markhor
• National Dish: Nihari
• National Fruit: Mango
• National Flower: Jasmine
• National Vegetable: Lady Finger (Okra)

Last verified on 08-03-2026

Explanation

• The national anthem of Pakistan was first played on August 13, 1954.
• The music for the national anthem was written by Ahmad G. Chagla in 1949.
• The lyrics were written by Hafeez Jalandhari in 1952.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Presented by: Liaquat Ali Khan
• Approved by: Constituent Assembly of Pakistan
• Approval and Adopted Date: 11 August 1947
• Designer: Ameer-ud-Din Kidwai

Additional information:

• Green color represents Muslim majority.
• White stripe represents religious minorities.
• Crescent symbolizes progress.
• Star represents light and knowledge.

Last verified on 17-05-2026