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

• Australia is the smallest continent in the world by area.
• It covers an area of about 7.69 million km² (2.97 million square miles).
• It is also the only continent that is a single country.
• It is located in the Southern Hemisphere between the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
• It is known as the island continent.
• It covers roughly 6% of the world's total land area.
• It is the flattest Continent.

Additional information:

• Antarctica is the smallest continent in the world by population.
• First and Largest Continents by area: Asia.
• Second Largest Continents by area: Africa.
• Third Largest Continents by area: North America.
• Fourth Largest Continents by area: South America.
• Fifth Largest Continent by area: Antarctica.
• Sixth Largest Continent by area: Europe.
• Seventh and Smallest Continents by area: Australia.

Last verified on 07-03-2026

Explanation

• NADRA was established on 10 March 2000.
• NADRA stands for National Database and Registration Authority.
• Headquarters: Islamabad 
• The largest NADRA office is situated in Islamabad.
• Formal name: National Database Organization (NDO), an attached department under the Ministry of Interior, Government of Pakistan, in 1998.

Last verified on 23-03-2026

Explanation

• A Barometer is an instrument used to measure air (atmospheric) pressure.
• It helps in weather forecasting by measuring changes in atmospheric pressure.
• The mercury barometer is the oldest type of barometer.
• It was invented by Evangelista Torricelli in 1643.
• Barometers are widely used in meteorology and aviation.

Last verified on 09-07-2026

Explanation

• Phishing is a cybercrime where fake emails, messages, or websites are used to steal sensitive information like passwords or bank details.
• It tricks users into believing the message is from a trusted source.
• Criminals often use social media, email, or SMS for phishing attacks.
• The main goal is identity theft or financial fraud.

Last verified on 21-06-2026

Explanation

• Discoverer: Alexander Fleming
• Year of discovery: 1928
• Place: St. Mary's Hospital, London
• First patient treated with penicillin: Albert Alexander
• Date of first treatment: 12 February 1941

Last verified on 01-07-2026

Explanation

• Year of Hijrah: 622 CE
• From: Makkah
• To: Madinah
• Reason: Persecution of Muslims by Quraysh
• Islamic Calendar Started: 1 AH (Anno Hegirae)

Additional information:

• Prophet Muhammad stayed in the Cave of Thawr during the migration journey.
• Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) accompanied the Prophet ﷺ during Hijrah.

Last verified on 10-05-2026

Explanation

• Tauheed means the Oneness of Allah (اللہ کی وحدانیت).
• It is the belief that Allah is One and there is no one worthy of worship except Him.

Additional information:

Five Pillars of Islam:

1. Tauheed / Shahada (Faith) → Belief in the Oneness of Allah and Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as His Messenger
2. Salah (Prayer) → Offering prayers five times a day facing the Kaaba
3. Zakat (Alms) → Giving a fixed portion of wealth to eligible people
4. Sawm (Fasting) → Fasting during the month of Ramadan
5. Hajj (Pilgrimage) → Pilgrimage to the Kaaba in Makkah for those who are able

Last verified on 30-06-2026

Explanation

• First Eid prayer: 2 A.H.
• Rak'ahs in Eid prayer: 2
• Additional Takbirs: 6

Additional information:

• First Jumu'ah prayer: 12 Rabi' al-Awwal, 1 A.H.
• Farewell Hajj performed: 10 A.H.

Last verified on 06-07-2026

Explanation

• The correct preposition with “interested” is in.
• So, the correct sentence is: He is interested in reading books.

Last verified on 05-05-2026