Explanation

• The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi.
• It was signed between Pakistan (President Ayub Khan) and India (Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru).
• It was brokered by the World Bank.

It became effective on April 1, 1960.

• Western Rivers (given to Pakistan): Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
• Eastern Rivers (given to India): Ravi, Beas, Sutlej

Last verified on 30-03-2026

Explanation

• Japan is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun."
• In Japanese, Nihon (日本) or Nippon means "Origin of the Sun" or "Sun's Origin."
• The name reflects Japan's location east of China, where the sun appears to rise.
• Japan is an island country in East Asia.
• It is located in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.

Additional information:

• Capital: Tokyo
• Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
• Official Language: Japanese
• Continent: Asia
• Parliament: The National Diet (Diet)
• National Animal: Japanese Macaque (Snow Monkey)

Last verified on 09-07-2026

Explanation

• Peshawar is considered the heart of KPK.
• The provincial capital, largest city.
• Known as the "City of Flowers".
• Located in the north-west.

Additional information:

• Manchester of Pakistan: Faisalabad
• Gateway of Pakistan: Karachi
• Brasilia of Pakistan: Islamabad
• City of Textiles: Faisalabad
• City of Lightening: Karachi

Last verified on 17-07-2026

Explanation

• Allah Almighty has taken the responsibility for preserving the Qur'an.

As stated in Surah Al-Hijr (15:9):

• "Indeed, We have sent down the Reminder (the Qur'an), and surely We will guard it."

Last verified on 14-07-2026

Explanation

• CPEC stands for China–Pakistan Economic Corridor.
• It was agreement was formally signed and launched in April 20, 2015 during the visit of Xi Jinping to Pakistan.
• CPEC was initiated in mid-2013.
• It is a major network of energy, transport, and infrastructure projects connecting China's Xinjiang with Gwadar.
• The initial value of CPEC was about US$46 billion.

Last verified on 06-07-2026

Explanation

• Full Form: Control of Narcotic Substances Act (CNSA)
• Year: 1997
• Country: Pakistan
• Purpose: Control of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances
• Related authority: Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF)

Last verified on 13-06-2026

Explanation

• The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi.
• It was signed between Pakistan (President Ayub Khan) and India (Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru).
• It was brokered by the World Bank.

It became effective on April 1, 1960.

• Western Rivers (given to Pakistan): Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
• Eastern Rivers (given to India): Ravi, Beas, Sutlej

Last verified on 30-03-2026

Explanation

• The Battle of Yamama was fought against Musaylimah al-Kadhdhab, a self-proclaimed prophet.
• The battle took place in 11 AH (632 CE) during the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA).
• It was part of the Ridda Wars (Wars of Apostasy) against false prophets and rebels.
• The battle occurred in the region of Yamama (Najd, Arabia).
• Muslims defeated Musaylimah’s forces.
• Military commander: Hazrat Khalid bin Walid (RA)

Last verified on 12-06-2026

Explanation

• The motto of the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) is “Drug Free Pakistan”.
• ANF aimed at eliminating drug trafficking and abuse.
• ANF is a federal law enforcement agency of Pakistan.
• It works under the Ministry of Interior.
• Its main focus is to control narcotics smuggling and awareness.

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• Second largest dam: Mangla Dam
• River: Jhelum River
• Completion year: 1967
• Location: Mirpur, Azad Kashmir

• First largest dam: Tarbela Dam