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

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Explanation

• Japan is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun."
• In Japanese, Nihon (日本) or Nippon means "Origin of the Sun" or "Sun's Origin."
• The name reflects Japan's location east of China, where the sun appears to rise.
• Japan is an island country in East Asia.
• It is located in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.

Additional information:

• Capital: Tokyo
• Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
• Official Language: Japanese
• Continent: Asia
• Parliament: The National Diet (Diet)
• National Animal: Japanese Macaque (Snow Monkey)

Last verified on 09-07-2026

Explanation

• UNO Headquarters: Manhattan, New York City.

Additional information:

• UNO Stands for: United Nations Organization
• Founded: 24 October 1945 (after World War II 1939–1945)
• Member States: 193 countries
• Official Languages (6): Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish
• Motto: “It’s your world!” (commonly used awareness slogan)
• Pakistan Joined UNO: 30 September 1947

Last verified on 10-06-2026

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• Peshawar is considered the heart of KPK.
• The provincial capital, largest city.
• Known as the "City of Flowers".
• Located in the north-west.

Additional information:

• Manchester of Pakistan: Faisalabad
• Gateway of Pakistan: Karachi
• Brasilia of Pakistan: Islamabad
• City of Textiles: Faisalabad
• City of Lightening: Karachi

Last verified on 17-07-2026

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• Allah Almighty has taken the responsibility for preserving the Qur'an.

As stated in Surah Al-Hijr (15:9):

• "Indeed, We have sent down the Reminder (the Qur'an), and surely We will guard it."

Last verified on 14-07-2026

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• Built by: Aurangzeb
• Construction completed: 1673
• Location: Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
• Architect: Nawab Zain Yar Jang Bahadur
• Rank in Pakistan: 3rd largest mosque

Last verified on 09-07-2026

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• CPEC stands for China–Pakistan Economic Corridor.
• It was agreement was formally signed and launched in April 20, 2015 during the visit of Xi Jinping to Pakistan.
• CPEC was initiated in mid-2013.
• It is a major network of energy, transport, and infrastructure projects connecting China's Xinjiang with Gwadar.
• The initial value of CPEC was about US$46 billion.

Last verified on 06-07-2026

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• Total mentions: 32 times
• Makki Surahs: 22 times
• Madani Surahs: 10 times
• Status: Third pillar of Islam
• Purpose: Purification of wealth & helping poor

Last verified on 12-06-2026

Explanation

The Holy Quran has 25 Prophets names mentioned:

1. Prophet Adam (A.S)
2. Prophet Idris (A.S)
3. Prophet Noah (A.S)
4. Prophet Hud (A.S)
5. Prophet Saleh (A.S)
6. Prophet Ibrahim (A.S)
7. Prophet Lut (A.S)
8. Prophet Ismail (A.S)
9. Prophet Ishaaq (A.S)
10. Prophet Yaqoob (A.S)
11. Prophet Yusuf (A.S)
12. Prophet Shoaib (A.S)
13. Prophet Musa (A.S)
14. Prophet Haroon (A.S)
15. Prophet Ilyaas (A.S)
16. Prophet Dawood (A.S)
17. Prophet Sulaiman (A.S)
18. Prophet Yunus (A.S)
19. Prophet Ayyub (A.S)
20. Prophet Dhul Kifl (A.S)
21. Prophet Yasaa (A.S)
22. Prophet Zakariyya (A.S)
23. Prophet Yahya (A.S)
24. Prophet Isa (A.S)
25. Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Last verified on 02-04-2026