Explanation

• Under the Treaty of Amritsar in March 1846, the British government sold Kashmir to Gulab Singh for 7.5 million Nanakshahee rupees.
• Gulab Singh was subsequently bestowed with the title of Maharaja.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

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• The Third Battle of Panipat was fought on 14 January 1761.
• It took place at Panipat (near Delhi, India).
• The battle was between the Maratha Empire and Ahmad Shah Durrani’s Afghan forces.
• The Marathas were led by Sadashivrao Bhau.
• The result was a decisive victory for Ahmad Shah Durrani.

Additional information:

• 1st Battle: 1526 (Babur vs Ibrahim Lodhi)
• 2nd Battle: 1556 (Akbar vs Hemu)

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• First dry port: Lahore Dry Port
• Year: 1973
• Authority: Pakistan Railways
• Location: Mughalpura, Lahore
• Purpose: Inland cargo/custom clearance

Additional information:

• Karachi Dry Port (1974)
• Quetta Dry Port (1984)
• Peshawar Dry Port (1986)
• Multan Dry Port (1988)
• Rawalpindi Dry Port (1990)

Last verified on 01-05-2026

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• The 3rd June Plan 1947 is also called the Mountbatten Plan.
• It announced the partition of British India into India and Pakistan.
• Punjab and Bengal were to be divided under this plan.
• It was the final plan for independence.
• It led directly to the creation of Pakistan in August 1947.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

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• The Communal Award was announced in August 16, 1932.
• It was given by Ramsay MacDonald.
• It introduced separate electorates for different communities.
• Aimed to provide political representation to minorities.
• It came after the 3rd Round Table Conferences.

Last verified on 29-04-2026

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Explanation

• Rohtas Fort near Jhelum was built by Sher Shah Suri.
• He was the founder of the Suri Empire in India.
• Rohtas Fort is a 16th-century fortress.
• It is located near the city of Dina in Jhelum.
• The construction started in 1541.
• Rohtas Fort has 14 gates.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

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• Kallar Kahar  is a town and subdivision of Chakwal District in Punjab, Pakistan.
• It is the capital of Kallar Kahar Tehsil.
• Range: Salt Range
• Features: Salt water lake, natural gardens, dancing peacocks, spiritual sites
• Altitude: 1,500 ft above sea level
• Area: 8 km
• Maximum depth: 4–5 ft

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Lulusar Lake is located in Kaghan Valley (KPK).
• It lies about 48 km from Naran.
• The lake is at an ارتفاع of 3,410 meters (11,190 ft).
• It is the main source of the Kunhar River.
• Known for its natural beauty and tourism.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• The first Constituent Assembly of Pakistan (1947–1954) was tasked with framing the constitution.
• It was dissolved by Governor-General Ghulam Muhammad on 24 October 1954.

Additional information:

• Assembly formed: 10 August 1947
• First Prime Minister: Liaquat Ali Khan
• Constitution eventually passed: 1956

Last verified on 07-02-2026