Explanation

• Under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework:
• This was approved in the 6th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting in December 2016
• Total of nine Special Economic Zones (SEZs) were originally agreed upon for development across Pakistan
• Allama Iqbal (Punjab),
• Rashakai (KP),
• Dhabeji (Sindh),
• Bostan (Balochistan),
• Mohmand (ex-FATA),
• Moqpondass (GB),
• Mirpur (AJ&K),
• ICT Model (Islamabad),
• PSM Land (Karachi).
• Four (04) primary SEZs being prioritized for fast-track development
• Allama Iqbal,
• Rashakai,
• Dhabeji,
• Bostan

Additional information 

• As of January 2026, the number of approved Special Economic Zones under CPEC Phase 2.0 has increased to 44.

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

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• Mujaddid Alif Sani is the title given to Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi.
• He was a great Islamic scholar and reformer of the 11th century Hijri.
• He worked to revive true Islamic teachings during the Mughal era.
• He strongly opposed un-Islamic beliefs like Din-i Ilahi.

• Birth: 26 May 1564
• Death: 10 December 1624 (age 60)
• Birthplace: Sirhind (India)
• Period: Mughal Emperor Akbar’s reign
• Major works: Risal-e-Nabuwat, Isbat-ul-Nabat

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Explanation

To throw down the gauntlet  means to issue a challenge, provoke a confrontation, or dare someone to argue or compete with you

کسی کو چیلنج دینا، مقابلے کی دعوت دینا، یا جھگڑے/مقابلے پر اکسانا۔

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

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• The first Surah of the Holy Quran is Surah Al-Fatiha.
• Total verses: 7
• Total words: 29
• Total letters: 139
• Position: 1st Surah of the Holy Quran
• Revelation: Makki Surah

Additional information:

• Surah Al-Fatiha is called “Umm-ul-Kitab” (Mother of the Book).
• It is also known as “Ash-Shifa” (The Cure) because it is considered a source of spiritual healing.
• It is also called “The Opening”.

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• The Paris Agreement was adopted on December 12, 2015,
• Also known as COP21
• Drafted:30 November – 12 December 2015 in Le Bourget, France
• Location: Paris, France
• It entered into force on 4 November 2016.
• Languages
• Arabic
• Chinese
• English
• French
• Russian
• Spanish
• Currently, as of 27 January 2026, there are 194 Parties to the Paris Agreement.

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

Explanation

Diligent means محنتی

Lazy means سست

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

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Explanation

• Native name: 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference
• Date: 30 November – 13 December 2023
• Location: Expo City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Organised by: United Arab Emirates
• Participants: UNFCCC member countries
• President: Sultan Al Jaber
• Previous event ← Sharm El Sheikh 
• The first UN climate agreement was held in 1992. 

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

Explanation

Let's calculate the final selling price after two successive discounts of 10% and 5% on the marked price of Rs. 2000.

Step 1:

First discount = 10% of 2000 = 0.10 × 2000 = Rs. 200

Price after first discount = 2000 - 200 = Rs. 1800

Step 2:

Second discount = 5% of 1800 = 0.05 × 1800 = Rs. 90

Price after second discount = 1800 - 90 = Rs. 1710

Final selling price = Rs. 1710

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Explanation

• Hijra means migration of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Madina.
• Hijra started on 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal, 13th year of Nabawat.
• Islamic calendar begins from Hijra in 622 CE.
• Islamic lunar year has 354 or 355 days.
• Madina became the first Islamic state after Hijra.

Last verified on 09-05-2026