Explanation

• The National Assembly and Senate together are called Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament) of Pakistan.
• It is the bicameral (two-house) legislature of Pakistan.
• The term Majlis-e-Shoora is mentioned in the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973.
• It makes laws, approves the budget, and represents the people and provinces.
• The Parliament consists of the President and two Houses.

Last verified on 25-06-2026

Explanation

• IMF funds are primarily provided for economic stabilization and reform of countries facing financial crises.
• IMF provides financial assistance to improve balance of payments and stabilize economies.
• It supports reforms related to monetary, fiscal, and economic policies.

Additional information:

• Founded: 27 December 1945
• Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
• Members: 190 countries
• Official language: English

Last verified on 25-06-2026

Explanation

• Lord Curzon was the Viceroy of India when the Partition of Bengal was announced in 1905.
• The decision divided Bengal into Eastern Bengal and Assam and Bengal Province.
• It faced strong opposition from the Indian National Congress and many Hindu groups.

Additional information:

• Partition announced: 20 July 1905
• Implemented: 16 October 1905
• Revoked: December 1911
• Announced by: King George V at Delhi Durbar

Last verified on 24-06-2026

Explanation

• Voter minimum age: 18 years
• Citizenship: Citizen of Pakistan required
• Electoral requirement: Name included in electoral roll
• Relevant law: Article 51/51A & Election laws of Pakistan

Additional information:

• MNA (National Assembly member): Minimum 25 years
• Senator: Minimum 30 years
• President of Pakistan: Minimum 45 years

Last verified on 24-06-2026

Explanation

• Dreads means to fear something greatly.
• The proverb means a person who has suffered from something becomes very afraid of it in the future.
• Example: A child who was burned by fire will always fear fire.

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Explanation

• Sir Mian Abdul Rashid was the first Chief Justice of Pakistan.
• From June 27, 1949, to June 29, 1954
• Birth: 29 June 1889, Lahore
• Death: 6 November 1981, Islamabad (aged 92)
• Appointed By: Muhammad Ali Jinnah on August 15, 1947
• Awards: Knight Bachelor, Star of India, Hilal-e-Pakistan

Additional information:

• Longest-serving Chief Justice: Mohammad Haleem
• Shortest-serving Chief Justice: Muhammad Shahabuddin

Last verified on 14-06-2026

Explanation

• The Kargil War was fought between India and Pakistan in 1999.
• It took place from May to July 1999.
• It is also known as Kargil Conflict / Operation Vijay (India).
• The location was the Kargil district along the Line of Control (LoC).

Additional information:

• The conflict was stopped with USA’s intervention.
• India had about 30,000 troops, Pakistan had about 5,000 troops.
• Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed was a hero of the war.
• General Pervez Musharraf was Pakistan’s COAS.
• General V. P. Malik was India’s COAS.
• India won the Kargil War.
• India lost 527 soldiers.
• Pakistan lost 453 soldiers.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• The real name of Nawab Mohsin-ul-Mulk was Syed Mehdi Ali.

Additional information:

• Born: 9 December 1837 (Etawah, India)
• Died: 16 October 1907 (Shimla, India)
• Other names: Munir Nawaz Jang
• Political role: Leader in Muslim political awakening
• Associated movement: Aligarh Movement

Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• Presidency period: 20 June 2001 – 18 August 2008
• Took power: 12 October 1999 (military coup)
• Position before presidency: Chief of Army Staff (1998–2007)
• Party formed later: All Pakistan Muslim League (APML, 2010)
• Preceded by: Muhammad Rafiq Tarar

Last verified on 21-06-2026

Explanation

• Theory proposed by: Charles Darwin
• Book published: 1859
• Book name: On the Origin of Species
• Key concept: Natural Selection
• Voyage that inspired him: HMS Beagle expedition (1831–1836)

Last verified on 21-06-2026