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

Total Radio Stations (1947): 3

1. Peshawar: Established 1935
2. Lahore: Established 1937
3. Dhaka: Established 1939

Independence: 14 August 1947

Additional information:

• Organization: Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation (PBC)
• Popular Name: Radio Pakistan
• Established: 20 December 1972
• Headquarters: Islamabad, Pakistan
• Main Function: National public radio broadcasting and dissemination of news, education, and cultural programs.

Last verified on 18-07-2026

Explanation

• Baluchistan is the biggest province of Pakistan by area.
  
• It covers 42% of the area of Pakistan

Additional information:

• 37 districts are there in Balochistan.
• It has 8 divisions.
  
• Hingol is the largest river in Balochistan.
• It is located in the southwest of Pakistan.
• They became a province in 1970.
  
• The capital of Baluchistan is Quetta.

Last verified on 26-05-2026

Explanation

• The average normal body temperature is generally accepted as 98.6°F (37°C).
• A temperature over 100.4°F (38°C) means you have a fever.

Additional Information:

• Hypothermia is the term used for temperature less than 36.50°C.
• Mild Pyrexia is the term used for temperature (99-100°F).
• Moderate Pyrexia is the term used for temperature (100-103°F).
• Severe Pyrexia is the term used for temperature (103-105°F).

Explanation

• Highest railway station in Pakistan is Kan Mehtarzai Railway Station.
• Located in Balochistan, Pakistan.
• Height is about 2,224 meters above sea level.
• Opened in 1921 and closed in 1986.
• It was part of the Quetta–Zhob railway line.

Additional information:

• Lahore Railway Station is the largest in Pakistan (area-wise).
• Rohri has the longest railway platform in Pakistan.

Last verified on 02-05-2026

Explanation

• First Introduced: 1933 by Chaudhary Rahmat Ali.
• Pamphlet: Titled "Now or Never" meaning Are We to Live or Perish Forever?

Additional information:

• First Use of Pakistan: Word appeared for the first time in this pamphlet.
• Based On: Two-nation theory of Syed Ahmed Khan.

Regions Represented (Pakistan):

1. Punjab
2. Afghanistan
3. Kashmir
4. Sindh
5. Baluchistan

Last verified on 24-03-2026

Explanation

• Manchar Lake is the largest natural lake in Pakistan.
• It is part of the Indus River basin.
• Covered Area: ~260 km² (100 square miles)
• Location: Jamshoro District, Sindh
• Water Source: Kirthar Mountains and surrounding streams

Last verified on 14-03-2026

Explanation

 "Race: Fatigue:: fasting: hunger," 

Just like participating in a race can lead to fatigue due to physical exertion,

fasting (abstaining from food) can lead to hunger due to the lack of food intake.

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Additional information:

Both situations involve a cause-and-effect relationship

where one action results in a specific consequence.

Explanation

Arz-o-Samawat means Earth and the Heavens

Allah created the heavens and the earth in six days

In Surah Al Al Araf (7:54) mentioned "Allah created the heavens and the earth in six days" 

Additional information:

Al-Araf is the 7th chapter of the Qur'an, with 206 verses. 

No. of Rukus: 24

No. of Sajdahs: 1 (verse 206)

Other names: The Purgatory

Explanation

The 1973 Constitution recognizes Urdu as Pakistan's only national language.

The 1973 Constitution contained:

•  280 articles
•  07 schedules with Objective Resolution.
• 12 chapters 

Effective date: 14 August 1973

Drafted by the Government of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto

The Constitution declared Pakistan an Islamic Republic and Islam as the state religion.

Confusion

Urdu is the national language of Pakistan since 14 August 1947.

In 1954 Urdu and Bengali were declared the national languages of Pakistan.

The 1973 Constitution recognizes Urdu as Pakistan’s only national language. 

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Urdu declared as official language In the subcontinent in 1932

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