Explanation

• The main challenge in Pakistan–US relations is lack of trust (Trust deficit).
• Relations have often fluctuated between cooperation and tension.
• Key issues include security concerns and regional politics.

Additional information:

• Pakistan joined SEATO – 1954
• Pakistan joined CENTO – 1955
• US-Pak alliance strengthened during Soviet-Afghan War – 1979–1989
• Post 9/11 cooperation in counterterrorism – 2001 onwards

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

• India took the Kashmir issue to the United Nations on January 1, 1948.
• This move was made under Article 35 of the UN Charter.
• It allows member states to bring situations that could endanger international peace to the Security Council's attention.

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

• First Governor: Zahid Husain
• Term: June 1948 – July 1953

Additional information:

• First Female Governor: Dr. Shamshad Akhtar
• Year of Female Governor Appointment: 2006
• Headquarters: Karachi, Pakistan

Last verified on 16-01-2026

Explanation

• Plan Name: First Five-Year Plan
• Duration: 1955–1960
• Country: Pakistan
• Main Focus: Education, agriculture, industrial development
• Objective: Economic and social development

Additional information:

• First Five-Year Plans (1955–1960)
• Second Five-Year Plans (1960–1965)
• Third Five-Year Plans (1965–1970)
• Fourth Five-Year Plans (1970–1975)
• Fifth Five-Year Plans (1978–1983)
• Sixth Five-Year Plan (1983–88)
• Seventh Five-Year Plan (1988–93)
• Eighth Five-Year Plan (1993–98)

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

The first constitution of Pakistan was enforced on March 23, 1956

Additional information

List of the Constitution of Pakistan 1947 to date

First:   1956 Constitution

• Adoption Date: 23rd March 1956

• Prime Minister: Chaudhry Muhammad Ali

• President: Iskander Mirza

Second: 1962 Constitution

• Adoption Date: 8th June 1962

• Prime Minister: Muhammad Ayub Khan (also President at the time)

Third: 1973 Constitution

• Adoption Date: 12th April 1973

• Prime Minister: Zulfikar Ali Bhutto

• President: Fazal Ilahi Chaudhry

  
  

  Last updated by NA on 25-April-2026