Explanation

• The Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997 deals with drug control laws in Pakistan.
• Section 52 focuses on identification and registration of drug addicts.
• The responsibility for registering addicts is given to the provincial governments.
• This helps in treatment, rehabilitation, and control of drug abuse.
• Provinces manage health and law enforcement at local level.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) was raised in 1995.
• Formation date: 21 February 1995
• Parent ministry: Ministry of Narcotics Control
• Function: Drug control, anti-smuggling operations

Last verified on 11-06-2026

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• Bala Hisar Fort was first built by Zaheer-ud-din Babar in 1526 AD after capturing Peshawar.
• Used as: Royal residence by the Durrani Empire (from 1747)
• Captured by Marathas: 1758
• Reconstructed by Sikhs: 1823

Last verified on 01-03-2026

Explanation

• A drug is any substance that changes how the body or mind works.
• It can affect physical, mental, or physiological functions.
• Drugs may be used for medical treatment or may be harmful if misused.
• Some drugs relieve pain, while others can cause addiction.
• Narcotics and medicines both fall under the category of drugs.

Last verified on 18-05-2026

Explanation

• 1989: Ministry of Narcotics Control (MNC) established
• 1991: Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) established
• 1995 (February 21, 1995): Pakistan Narcotics Control Board (PNCB) + Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) merged → Anti Narcotics Force (ANF)
• 1997: ANF Act passed for reorganization
• 2002: MNC became a full-fledged ministry
• 2013: Converted into Interior Ministry department
• 2017: Reinstated as Independent Ministry

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• Full Form: Criminal Procedure Code
• Field: Law / Criminal Justice
• Purpose: Legal procedures for criminal cases
• Use: Police investigation & court process
• System: Judicial/legal framework

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• Full form: Anti Money Laundering Act
• Year (Pakistan): 2010
• Purpose: Prevent money laundering
• Scope: Financial crimes & illegal transactions
• Enforcement: Banks, FIA, and financial institutions

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• Nisab for goats/sheep: 40 animals over 1 year old → Zakat becomes obligatory.
• If less than 40 goats/sheep: No Zakat.

Additional information:

• Camels: Zakat payable starting at 5 camels.
• Sheep: Zakat payable starting at 40 sheep.
• Gold: Zakat payable on 7.5 tolas and above.
• Silver: Zakat payable on 52.5 tolas and above.

Last verified on 10-03-2026

Explanation

• Section 9(b) of the CNS Act, 1997 defines punishment based on drug quantity.
• It applies when the recovered narcotics are more than 1 kg but less than 10 kg.
• This section covers intermediate-level drug trafficking cases.
• Punishment increases with the quantity of drugs involved.

Last verified on 16-05-2026

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