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• The first major organized movement against British rule was the Swadeshi Movement.
• It started in 1905 after the Partition of Bengal.
• People boycotted British goods and promoted local products.

Additional information:

• Khilafat Movement – 1919–1924
• Non-Cooperation Movement – 1920–1922
• Quit India Movement – 1942

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• Author: J. K. Rowling
• Full Name: Joanne Rowling
• Born: 1965
• Birth Place: United Kingdom
• Profession: Author, Screenwriter
• Harry Potter series has 7 main books.
• First book: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (1997).

Last verified on 04-04-2026

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• Nelson Mandela became the first Black President of South Africa on 10 May 1994.
• He served as president until 1999.
• He was imprisoned in 1962.
• He spent 27 years in prison.
• Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated on 18 July.
• He died on 5 December 2013.

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• The dragon is a national symbol of China.
• In Chinese culture, the dragon represents power, strength, and good fortune.
• It is a mythical creature deeply linked with Chinese history and emperors.

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• Mustard gas (Sulfur Mustard) was widely used as a chemical weapon in World War I (1914–1918).
• It was first introduced by Germany in July 1917.
• It causes severe burns, blisters, and damage to the eyes and lungs.
• It was used during the Third Battle of Ypres.

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• STN (Shalimar Television Network) is considered the first private/independent TV channel in Pakistan.
• It started broadcasting in 1990 from Islamabad.
• It was originally launched as People’s Television Network (PTN).
• It broke the monopoly of state-owned PTV in Pakistan.

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• “Cutting Edge: My Autobiography” is written by Javed Miandad.
• The book covers his journey from Karachi streets to international cricket fame.
• It was co-authored with Dr. Saad Shafqat.

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• Quaid-e-Azam Joined Muslim League: 1913 at the age of 37 years.
• Indian National Congress membership: 1906–1920
• Muslim League founded: 30 December 1906 (Dhaka).

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• Mossad is the national intelligence and secret agency of Israel.
• It is officially known as the Institute for Intelligence and Special Operations.
• Mossad was established on 13 December 1949.
• It plays a key role in intelligence gathering and covert operations.
• Its headquarters is located in Tel Aviv, Israel.

Last verified on 03-06-2026

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• Gatwick Airport is an international airport in the United Kingdom.
• It is located near London, England.
• It is the second busiest airport in the UK after Heathrow.
• Gatwick handles both domestic and international flights.

Last verified on 03-06-2026