Explanation

• Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
• Established: Bretton Woods Conference, 1944
• Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
• Members: 189 countries
• Purpose / Aim: Provide loans and grants for development projects

Partner Institutions (5):

1. IBRO (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development)
2. IDA (International Development Association)
3. IFC (International Finance Corporation)
4. MIGA (Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency)
5. ICSID (International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes)

Pakistan Joined: 1950

Publications: Human Capital Index, World Development Report

Last verified on 18-01-2026

Explanation

• Mangrove forests are found in the Indus Delta region of Sindh.
• The Indus Delta is located where the Indus River meets the Arabian Sea.
• It consists of a network of creeks, estuaries, and distributaries.

Additional information:

• Coniferous Forests → Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, AJK
• Juniper Forests → Ziarat, Balochistan
• Riverine Forests → Along the Indus River in Sindh and Punjab
• Subtropical Pine Forests → Murree, Abbottabad, Hazara region

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Explanation

• The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has 57 member countries.

Additional information:

• It was founded on 25 September 1969 with 25 original members.
• The OIC is the largest international organization after the United Nations.
• Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Official Languages: Arabic, English, French
• Main Purpose: Promote cooperation, unity, peace, and protect the interests of Muslim countries.
• On 28 June 2011, it changed its name from the Organization of the Islamic Conference to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
• The first OIC Summit was held in Rabat, Morocco.

Last verified on 07-07-2026

Explanation

• Vatican City is the smallest country in the world.
• It is a city-state surrounded by Rome, Italy.
• Land Area: About 0.44 to 0.49 square kilometers (109 acres)
• Population: Around 800 to 900 people
• It serves as the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church.
• It is located in Europe.

Additional information:

• Smallest Muslim country: Brunei
• Smallest republic: Nauru
• Smallest SAARC country: Maldives
• Largest Muslim country (population): Indonesia

Last updated by NS on 5-09-2026

Explanation

• The first FIFA Football World Cup was hosted by Uruguay in 1930.
• The tournament was held from 13–30 July 1930.
• All matches were played in Montevideo, Uruguay.
• Uruguay also won the first FIFA World Cup.
• It defeated Argentina 4–2 in the final.

Additional information:

• 1934 – Italy
• 1938 – France
• 1950 – Brazil
• 1966 – England
• 1986 – Mexico

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Explanation

• Security Council Non-Permanent Members: 10
• Total Members: 15
• Permanent Members: 5 (China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States)
• Term of Non-Permanent Members: 2 years

Additional information:

• Organization: United Nations (UN/UNO)
• Founded: 24 October 1945
• Headquarters: New York City, United States
• Total Member States: 193
• Purpose: To maintain international peace and security.

Pakistan as Non-Permanent Member:

Pakistan has served 8 times in the Security Council:

1. 1952–1953
2. 1968–1969
3. 1976–1977
4. 1983–1984
5. 1993–1994
6. 2003–2004
7. 2012–2013
8. 2025–2026

Last verified on 28-01-2026

Explanation

• Siam was the official name of Thailand until 1939.
• The country is located in Southeast Asia. 
• It is known for its rich culture, temples, and cuisine.
• The name was briefly changed back to Siam from 1945–1949 before permanently becoming Thailand.

Additional information:

• Capital: Bangkok
• Currency: Thai Baht
• Official Language: Thai
• Population: ~70 million
• National Symbol: Elephant

Last verified on 07-03-2026

Explanation

• Writer: William Shakespeare
• Genre: Tragedy / Drama
• First Performance: Around 1606
• Publication: 1623
• Publication Place: London
• Language: English

Last verified on 11-07-2026

Explanation

• The headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is located in Vienna, Austria.
• Founded: 29 July 1957
• Member States: 173 countries
• Purpose: Peaceful nuclear energy use & safety
• Affiliation: United Nations (UN system)

Last verified on 10-06-2026

Explanation

• Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• OIC stands for Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
• Foundation Date: 25 September 1969
• Official Languages: Arabic, English, French
• Total Members: 57 countries
• First Summit: Rabat, Morocco
• Significance: Largest international organization after the UN.

Last verified on 10-05-2026