Explanation

• Karachi remained the capital of Pakistan from 1947 to 1959.

Additional information:

• Rawalpindi remained capital of Pakistan from 1959 to 1967.
• Islamabad is the current capital of Pakistan since 14 August 1967.

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Explanation

• Article 232 of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973, deals with the proclamation of an emergency when the security of Pakistan or a part of it is threatened by war, external aggression, or internal disturbance beyond the control of a provincial government.

Additional information:

• Article 233: Power to suspend certain Fundamental Rights and the right to seek their enforcement through courts during an emergency.
• Article 234: Emergency provisions relating to the failure of constitutional machinery in a province.

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Explanation

• Province: Balochistan
• Famous fruits: Apples, grapes, peaches, apricots, cherries, and pomegranates.
• Major fruit-producing areas: Quetta, Ziarat, Kalat, Pishin, and Mastung.

Additional information:

• Fruit Garden of Pakistan: Quetta.
• Balochistan is Pakistan’s largest province by area.
• Capital: Quetta.

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Explanation

• Location: Khewra, Jhelum, Punjab, Pakistan
• Other Name: Mayo Salt Mine
• Status: Pakistan’s largest and oldest salt mine
• World Ranking: Second-largest salt mine
• Discovery: Traditionally attributed to Alexander the Great’s army (326 BC)
• Modern Mining: Developed during British rule; systematic mining began in 1872

Explanation

• Pakistan left the Commonwealth for the first time in January 1972.
• It following the recognition of Bangladesh by the Commonwealth.
• This led to Pakistan's temporary withdrawal before rejoining in 1989.

Additional information:

• The Commonwealth of Nations is a political association.
• It is founded by the Parliament of the United Kingdom on December 11, 1931.
• It's headquarters in London, United Kingdom.

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Explanation

• Ranikot Fort is located in Jamshoro District, Sindh.
• It is also known as The Great Wall of Sindh.
• It is believed to be the world's largest fort.
• It is circumference of approximately 32 KM or 20 Mile.
• The site was nominated in 1993 by the Pakistan National Commission for UNESCO World Heritage status.
• The fort is listed as a historical site under the Antiquities Act, 1975.
• The small Fort within Rani Kot Fort is known as Mari Kot.

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Explanation

• Balochistan is located in the south-western part of Pakistan.
• It is the largest province of Pakistan by area.
• It shares borders with Iran and Afghanistan.
• It also has a coastline along the Arabian Sea.
• Its capital is Quetta.

Additional information:

• Punjab → East
• Sindh → South-East
• KP → North-West

Last verified on 04-09-2026

Explanation

• Correct sentence: Only people and bicycles can cross the bridge because it is too narrow for cars.
• Too narrow means not wide enough for something to pass through.
• The bridge allows people and bicycles to cross, but it does not have enough width for cars.

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Explanation

• It is not easy to remain tranquil when those around you are losing their heads.
• Tranquil means calm, peaceful, or undisturbed.
• Lose one’s head means to become confused, excited, or unable to remain calm.
• When people around you are losing their heads, it can be difficult to remain tranquil.

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Explanation

• Correct sentence: We took more time than originally agreed to complete the assignment.
• To + base form of the verb expresses purpose or the action to be completed.
• “To complete the assignment” explains what the time was used for.

Last verified on 14-10-2026