Explanation

• The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi.
• It was signed between Pakistan (President Ayub Khan) and India (Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru).
• It was brokered by the World Bank.

It became effective on April 1, 1960.

• Western Rivers (given to Pakistan): Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
• Eastern Rivers (given to India): Ravi, Beas, Sutlej

Last verified on 30-03-2026

Explanation

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

Explanation

• Number of Ashab-e-Kahf: 7
• They took refuge in a cave to protect their faith and slept for 309 years by the will of Allah.
• Surah: Surah Al-Kahf (18th chapter)
• Verses: 9–26
• Dog's name: Qitmeer (Qitmīr)
• The word "Kahf" means "a cave in a mountain."

Last verified on 03-07-2026

Explanation

• Olympic cycle: 4 years
• Term for four-year period: Olympiad
• Summer Olympics example: 2024 Paris
• Winter Olympics example: 2026 Milano Cortina
• Next Summer Olympics example: 2028 Los Angeles

Additional information:

• The modern Olympic Games began in 1896 in Athens.
• The Olympic Games are organized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
• The Olympic motto is “Citius, Altius, Fortius” (Faster, Higher, Stronger).

Last verified on 01-07-2026

Explanation

• The smallest river of Pakistan is River Ravi.
• It is one of the five major rivers of the Indus River system.
• Ravi originates from Himachal Pradesh (India) and enters Pakistan.
• It flows along the Indo-Pak border before fully entering Punjab.

Additional information:

• The largest/longest river of Pakistan is River Indus.
• It flows from Tibetan Plateau and enters Pakistan from Gilgit-Baltistan.
• It finally drains into the Arabian Sea near Karachi.

Last verified on 24-06-2026

Explanation

• Malik Ghulam Muhammad was the first Finance Minister of Pakistan (15 August 1947 – 19 October 1951).
• He was appointed by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
• He served during the governments of Liaquat Ali Khan and Khawaja Nazimuddin.
• Succeeded as Finance Minister by: Muhammad Ali
• Later, he became the 3rd Governor-General of Pakistan (1951–1955).

Additional information:

• Born: 29 August 1895, Lahore
• Died: 29 August 1956, Lahore
• Resting Place: Fauji Qabrastan, Karachi

Last verified on 15-06-2026

Explanation

• Shahrah-e-Resham (Karakoram Highway) connects Pakistan and China through Khunjerab Pass.
• It is the highest paved international road in the world.
• It links Hassan Abdal (Pakistan) with Kashgar (China).
• It passes through the Karakoram mountain range.
• It is a symbol of strong Pakistan–China friendship.

Additional information:

• The highway is also known as the Karakoram Highway (N-35).
• It was completed in 1979.
• Its total length is about 1,300 km.
• It is often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” due to its difficult terrain.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

Division of Quranic Surahs:

• Total Surahs → 114
• Makki Surahs → 86
• Madani Surahs → 28
• Revealed over → 23 years
• Madani period → about 10 years

Madani Surahs usually have longer verses (Ayahs).

• They focus on laws, social system, and community life.
• The first complete Madani Surah is Surah Al-Baqarah.

List of 28 Madani Surah in Quran:

1. Al Baqarah سورہ البقرہ

2. Al e Imran سورہ آل عمران

3. An Naas سورہ النسائ

4. Al Maaeda سورہ المائدہ

5. An Faal سورہ الانفال

6. Towba سورہ التوبہ

7. Al Raad سورہ الرعد

8. Al Haj سورہ الحج

9. Al Noor سورہ النور

10. Al Ahzab سورہ الاحزاب

11. Muhammad سورہ محمد

12. Al Fatah سورہ الفتح

13. Al Hujraat سورہ الحجرات

14. Al Rehman سورہ الرحمٰن

15. Al Hadeed سورہ الحدید

16. Al Mujadelah سورہ المجادلہ

17. Al Hashr سورہ الحشر

18. Al Mumtahina سورہ الممتحنہ

19. Al Saaf سورہ الصف

20. Al Juma سورہ الجمعہ

21. Al Munafiqon سورہ المنافقون

22. Al Tagabun سورہ التغابن

23. Al Talaq سورہ الطلاق

24. Al Tahreem سورہ التحریم

25. Al Insan سورہ الانسان

26. Al Baeana سورہ البینہ

27. Al Zalzalah سورہ الزلزال

28. Al Nasar سورہ النصر

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• The Al-Hudaibiyah Treaty was signed in 6 AH for 10 years.
  
• It was scribed by Ali ibn Abi Talib (R.A).
• Hudaibiyah is the name of tree.
• It is referred to as "Fatah Al-Mubeen" (the clear victory) in Surah Al-Fatah.
• It was a pivotal agreement between Muhammad SAW representing Medina and the Qurayshi tribe of Mecca.
• Suhail bin Amr signed on behalf of Mecca.
• It contained 7 clauses.

Last verified on 01-04-2026

Explanation

Youm-e-Takbeer is celebrated on May 28

It is celebrated  in commemoration of the Chagai-I and Chagai-II series of nuclear tests

This day made Pakistan the seventh nuclear state of the world

****