Explanation

• Khewra Salt Mine is located in Khewra near Pind Dadan Khan, Jhelum District, Punjab.
• It is the largest and oldest salt mine in Pakistan.
• It is the second-largest in the world.

Additional information:

• It is also called the Mayo Salt Mine.
• The salt deposits were discovered during the campaign of Alexander the Great in 326 BC.
• The mine was officially opened in 1872 during the British period.

Last verified on 14-03-2026

Explanation

• Sayee is the act of walking or running seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwa in Makkah.
• It is a required ritual in Hajj and Umrah.

Additional information:

• Location: Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
• Performed after: Tawaf (circumambulation of Kaaba)
• Next ritual after Sayee: Hujjaj go to Mina
• Symbolism: Hajar’s search for water for her son, Prophet Ismael (PBUH)

Last verified on 15-03-2026

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• An atom is the smallest possible particle of an element that can combine to form new compounds.
• Atoms are the building blocks of matter, and they cannot be broken down into smaller particles.

Last verified on 15-03-2026

Explanation

• Manchar Lake is the largest natural lake in Pakistan.
• It is part of the Indus River basin.
• Covered Area: ~260 km² (100 square miles)
• Location: Jamshoro District, Sindh
• Water Source: Kirthar Mountains and surrounding streams

Last verified on 14-03-2026

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• 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

• According to Article 49(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan, the Chairman Senate acts as President in the President’s absence.
• The term for members of the Senate is 6 years.
• The minimum age for senators is 30 years.

Additional information:

• Speaker National Assembly as acting Prime Minister of Pakistan in the absence of PM.

Last verified on 14-03-2026

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• Pakistan Television (PTV) started its live transmission on November 26, 1964
• At the pilot station in Lahore.
• The initial broadcasts were entirely live, as video tape recording (VTR)

Additional information:

• 2nd, in Dhaka in 1965.
• 3rd, in Rawalpindi-Islamabad in 1965.
• 4th Karachi in 1966.

Last updated by NA on 16-07-2026

Explanation

• Date: April 22
• First Held: April 22, 1970
• Purpose: Raise awareness for environmental protection and conservation
• Theme 2026: Our Power, Our Planet 

Explanation

• Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia
• Founded in 1147

Additional information:

• Russia's currency is Ruble.
• Russia's official language is Russian.
• Russia located is in Continent Europe/ Asia.
• Russia's primary religion is Christianity.
• Russia Parliament called Duma & Federal Council.L

Last updated by NA on 09-09-2026

Explanation

12 Islamic Months

1. Muḥarram (محرم الحرام)
2. Ṣafar (صفر المظفر)
3. Rabi al-Awwal (ربیع الاول)
4. Rabi al-Thani / Rabi al-Sani (ربیع الثانی)
5. Jumada al-Awwal (جمادی الاول)
6. Jumada al-Thani (جمادی الثانی)
7. Rajab (رجب المرجب)
8. Shaʿban (شعبان المعظم)
9. Ramadan (رمضان المبارک) – Month of fasting
10. Shawwal (شوال المکرم)
11. Dhu al-Qaʿdah (ذوالقعدہ الحرام)
12. Dhu al-Hijjah (ذوالحجہ الحرام) – Month of Hajj

Last verified on 14-03-2026