Explanation

The System of the Prophet Muhammad. Nine-party popular movement in Pakistan begun by the Jamaat-i Islami in 1977 to overthrow the secular government of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and establish an Islamic system of government in Pakistan.

The movement was eclipsed after the military coup of Zia-ul-Haq .

Explanation

The Council of Common Interest (CCI) is a constitutional body in Pakistan entrusted with resolving disputes between the provinces and the federation.

It ensures cooperation and coordination on matters like natural resources and economic policies.

Explanation

The 1956 constitution provides for a Parliamentary form of government with all the executive powers in the hands of the Prime Minister.

Constitution of 1956 · Pakistan was declared as the Islamic Republic

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Both Urdu and Bengali were declared as official and national languages of Pakistan in the 1956 constitution

All important questions of  "the 1956 constitution"

1956 constitution is promulgated on 23 March 1956

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Iskander Mirza abrogated the 1956 constitution

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In 1956 the designation of Governor General changed to President

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40 years was the age prescribed for president in the 1956 constitution

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The Constitution of 1956 contained 234 articles divided into thirteen parts and six schedules

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The constitution of 1956 remained implemented for 2 years 6 months and 14 days.

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1956 constitution legislature was Unicameral

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The Constitution of 1956 provided for a federal system with the principle of parity between East Pakistan and West Pakistan

ND16-1-2023

Explanation

Jinnah gave his points in order to safeguard and protect the rights and interests of Muslims in March 1929.

Muhammad Ali Johar helped Quaid e Azam in preparation for fourteen points 

Nehru report presented in 1928

Jinnah’s Fourteen Points presented in 1929

1.      Federal constitution with residual powers with the provinces.

2.      Provincial autonomy.

3.      No constitutional amendment without the agreement of the states.

4.      All legislatures and elected bodies to have adequate Muslim representation without reducing Muslim majority in a province to minority or equality.

5.      Adequate Muslim representation of Muslims in the services and in self-governing bodies.

6.      1/3rd representation of Muslims in the Central Legislature.

7.      1/3rd Muslim members in the central and state cabinets.

8.      Separate electorates.

9.      No bill to be passed in any legislature if 3/4th of a minority community considers it against its interests.

10.   Any reorganisation of territories not to affect the Muslim majority in Bengal, Punjab and the NWFP.

11.   Separation of Sindh from Bombay Presidency.

12.   Constitutional reforms in the NWFP and Baluchistan.

13.   Full religious freedom for all communities.

14.   Protection of the religious, cultural, educational and language rights of Muslims.

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Explanation

Bala Hissar Fort is situated in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), Pakistan.

Babur first built a fort here in 1526 after capturing Peshawar.

First mentioned by 7th-century explorer Xuanzang, the fort was used as a royal residence for the Durrani Empire since December 1747.

The Maratha Empire captured it after the Battle of Peshawar in 1758.

The Sikhs reconstructed the fort after capturing Peshawar in March 1823.

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Explanation

Hazrat Ikrimah R.A was the son of Abu Jehal.

He was a prominent leader of the Quraysh tribe who opposed Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

After initially opposing Islam, Ikrimah later embraced the faith and became a companion of the Prophet (PBUH).

Explanation

• In the Battle of Uhud, 70 Muslims were martyred.
• The Battle of Uhud occurred on Saturday, 23 March 625 AD (3 Hijri) in the valley north of Mount Uhud.
• Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) led around 1000 Muslims in the Battle of Uhud.
• They faced 3000 Qurayshi Meccans commanded by Abu Sufyan ibn Harb.
• Abdullah bin Jubair was appointed by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to lead the 50 skilled archers positioned on Uhud Mountain.

Explanation

There are more than 200 verses in the Quran dealing with animals

The biggest animal mentioned in Holy Quran Elephant.
The smallest animal mentioned in Holy Quran Mosquito.

The six chapters of the Quran are named after animals or insects:

1.      Surat 2, Al Baqarah (The Cow);

2.      Surat 6, Al Anaam (The Cattle),

3.      Surat 16, Al Nahl (The Bees);

4.      Surat 27, Al Naml (The Ants);

5.      Surat 29, Al Ankabut (The Spider);

6.      Surat 105, Al Fil.

Explanation

Amir Khan Muttaqi is the current Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, serving since September 7, 2021.

Explanation

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the most commonly used measure of economic activity in a country.

It reflecting the total value of goods and services produced within its borders.

It helps assess the economic health and growth of a nation.