Explanation

• Launched: 7th September 2013
• Founder / Initiator: Xi Jinping
• Main Goal: Global connectivity through roads, railways, ports, and energy projects
• Regions Connected: Asia, Europe, Africa, and beyond
• Participating Countries: Over 150 countries

Last verified on 10-03-2026

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• Asbāb al-Nuzūl (أسباب النزول) means the occasions or reasons for the revelation of the Qur'an.
• It explains the historical events, questions, or circumstances that led to the revelation of specific Qur'anic verses.
• Knowledge of Asbāb al-Nuzūl helps in the correct understanding and interpretation (Tafsir) of the Qur'an.

Last verified on 12-03-2026

Explanation

• A judge works in a court, similarly a surgeon works in a hospital.
• The analogy shows a professional associated with their workplace.

Last verified on 20-07-2026

Explanation

• The idiom "hit the nail right on the head" broadly means to do or say something that is completely accurate, precise, and perfectly suited for the situation.
• Because it encompasses verbal accuracy, correct actions, and directness.

Last verified on 19-01-2026

Explanation

• Hazrat Umar (RA) was given the title "Al-Farooq" because he distinguished between truth and falsehood.
• Al-Farooq means "the one who distinguishes between right and wrong."
• Second Caliph: 634–644 AD (13–23 AH)
• Predecessor: Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA)
• Successor: Hazrat Uthman (RA)

Last verified on 19-07-2026

Explanation

• Enforcement date: 14 August 1973
• Introduced by: Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
• Legislature: Bicameral (National Assembly + Senate)
• President elected by: National Assembly and Senate
• Prime Minister elected by: National Assembly

Additional information:

• 1956 Constitution → 23 March 1956
• 1962 Constitution → 8 June 1962

Last verified on 06-07-2026

Explanation

• The Cabinet Mission Plan 1946 was headed by Lord Pethick-Lawrence.
• Its members included Stafford Cripps and A.V. Alexander.
• It was announced on 16 May 1946 from New Delhi.
• It arrived in India on 24 March 1946.
• The mission was sent by the British government to plan transfer of power.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Article: Article 2A
• Objectives Resolution Passed: 12 March 1949
• Made Part of Constitution: 1985
• Constitutional Amendment: 8th Amendment
• Purpose: Provides the constitutional and ideological foundation of Pakistan.

Last verified on 10-07-2026

Explanation

• The headquarters of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is located in Islamabad, Pakistan.
• CPEC is a flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
• Launched: 20 April 2015
• Partner Countries: Pakistan and China
• Connects: Gwadar (Pakistan) to Kashgar (China)
• Main Purpose: Infrastructure development, energy projects, trade, and regional connectivity

Last verified on 10-07-2026

Explanation

• Amendment: 18th Constitutional Amendment
• Passed by National Assembly: 8 April 2010
• President at the Time: Asif Ali Zardari
• Prime Minister: Yousaf Raza Gillani
• Main Effect: Removed the President's unilateral power to dissolve the National Assembly and curtailed emergency powers.

Last verified on 10-07-2026