Explanation

The 9th Constitutional Amendment (1985) declared that the Quran and Sunnah are the supreme law of Pakistan.

Additional information:

• President: Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq
• Purpose: Islamization of laws
• Scope: All laws in Pakistan must conform to Quran and Sunnah

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Pakistan’s first nuclear power plant, KANUPP, was built in Karachi with Canada’s assistance.

Inaugurated on 28 November 1972 with a capacity of 137 MW.

Additional information:

Later, K2 and K3 nuclear plants were built with China’s help.

K2 started operations on 21 May 2021 with 1100 MW capacity.

K3 is expected to start soon, further boosting Pakistan’s nuclear energy.

Last verified on 15-01-2026

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• Signed by: Chen Yi (China), Zulfikar Ali Bhutto (Pakistan)
  • Signed on: 2 March 1963
  • Length of border: 599 km
  • Era of initial demarcation: Ayub Khan’s rule
  
  
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• The Soviet Union officially dissolved in December 1991.
• After the dissolution, the Russian Federation emerged as its successor state.
• Boris Yeltsin became the first President of the newly independent Russian Federation

Additional information:

• The USSR consisted of 15 republics before its dissolution.
• December 25, 1991, is often marked as the official end of the USSR.

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• Ho Chi Minh founded and led Vietnam.
• He serving as Prime Minister (1945–1955) and President (1945–1969).
• He led the Vietnamese Communist Party.
• The city Saigon was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in his honor after 1975.

Additional information:

• Born: 1890
• Died: 1969

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Explanation

Rex is the Latin word for king.

It is used in historical and legal contexts.

It appears in names of kings, on coins, and in official titles.

Additional information:

Regina is the female counterpart, meaning queen.

“Rex” has been used in titles of British monarchs, e.g., George Rex.

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Explanation

The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world.

It has 448 Articles, 12 Schedules, and over 100 amendments.

Adopted: 26 January 1950

Additional information:

The Constitution of Monaco is the shortest written constitution with 3,814 words.

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• “Deal of the Century” was a peace plan proposed in the Middle East by U.S. President Donald Trump.
• It aimed to resolve the long-standing Israel–Palestine conflict.
• The plan focused on borders, statehood, economy, and security.
• It generated widespread debate and rejection, especially among Palestinians.
• It is tied to Middle East peace efforts.

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A Shadow Cabinet is formed by the opposition party in the parliament.

Shadow Cabinet members are often called “Shadow Ministers”.

Additional information:

• Members: Usually senior MPs of the opposition
• Function: Policy scrutiny and alternatives
• Country of Origin: United Kingdom (Westminster system)

Last Verified on 13-01-2026

Explanation

China claims part of the Indian province of Arunachal Pradesh, which it calls “South Tibet”.

Additional information:

• Area Claimed by China: ~90,000 sq km
• Borders: Shares boundary with China (Tibet) and Bhutan
• War: Sino-Indian War in 1962
• Capital of Arunachal Pradesh: Itanagar
• Total Indian States with Border Disputes: 4 (Arunachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Sikkim, Ladakh)

Last Verified on 13-01-2026