Explanation

• Urdu is the national language of Pakistan.
• Article 251: The 1973 Constitution of Pakistan formally declares Urdu as the national language

Additional information

• National Animal: Markhor
• National Tree: Deodar
• National Dish: Nihari
• National Fruit: Mango
• National Flower: Jasmine
• National Vegetable: Lady Finger (Okra)
• Field hockey is Pakistan's official national sport.

Last updated by NA on 09-09-2026

Explanation

• Deodar is the National tree of Pakistan.
• It is also known as  Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus Deodara).
• Its name is derived from 'Sanskrit' and means "Wood of the God".
• It is amongst the tallest trees in the country.
• Its heights of around 40-50 meters.

Additional information:

• National Bird: Chukar
• National Animal: Markhor
• National Dish: Nihari
• National Fruit: Mango
• National Flower: Jasmine
• National Vegetable: Lady Finger (Okra)

Last verified on 08-03-2026

Explanation

• The Mahseer is the National Fish of Pakistan.
• Mahseer fish are found in every province of Pakistan in semi-cold fresh water.
• It is also known as the “King of Swat.”
• Pakistan is an excellent place to find Mahseer.
• Mahseer is an important freshwater fish of Pakistan.

Last verified on 23-08-2026

Explanation

The National Anthem of Pakistan is written in Chiragh Sahar the Book of Hafez Jalandhari.

About National Anthem of Pakistan:

• Written by: Hafeez Jalandhari in 1952
• Music by: Ahmad G. Chagla in 1949
• Adopted on: August 13, 1954
• First recorded by: Ahmed Rushdi in 1954
• Re-recorded after 68 years

• 15 lines in the National Anthem of Pakistan
• 48 words in the National Anthem of Pakistan
• First played in front of Raza Shah Rahalvi of Iran
• "Jan-i-Istaqbal" means Symbol of ambitions
• First played on national radio on August 14, 1947
• Duration of the National Anthem of Pakistan: 80 seconds (1 minute 20 seconds)
• Pakistan's National Anthem is written in: Persian

Explanation

• Jasmine (Chambeli) is the national flower of Pakistan.
• It was chosen as the national flower in 1961.

Additional information:

• National Bird: Chukar
• National Animal: Markhor
• National Dish: Nihari
• National Fruit: Mango
• National Tree: Deodar
• National Flower: Jasmine
• National Vegetable: Lady Finger (Okra)

Last verified on 08-03-2026

Explanation

• Dark green field: Represents Muslim majority in Pakistan.
• White stripe: Represents religious minorities.
• Crescent: Symbolizes progress.
• Star: Symbolizes light and knowledge.

Colors Meaning:

• Green: Hope, joy, love, and Islam
• White: Peace and honesty

Last verified on 14-03-2026

Explanation

• Official Adoption: 16 August 1954
• Tune Composer: Ahmad G. Chagla (1949)
• Official Urdu lyrics were written by Hafeez Jalandhari (1952)
• Duration: About 80 seconds
• Words: 48 words, 15 lines
• First played on the radio: August 13, 1954

Last updated NA on 10-09-2026

Explanation

• The national anthem of Pakistan was first played on August 13, 1954.
• The anthem was officially adopted on August 16, 1954
• The music for the national anthem was written by Ahmad G. Chagla in 1949.
• The Urdu lyrics were written by Hafeez Jalandhari in 1952

Additional information 

• March 1, 1950: The music without words was played for the first time by a Pakistan Navy band during the state visit of the Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi.

Last updated question by NA on 12-JUNE-2026

Explanation

• Presented by: Liaquat Ali Khan
• Approved by: Constituent Assembly of Pakistan
• Approval and Adopted Date: 11 August 1947
• Designer: Ameer-ud-Din Kidwai

Additional information:

• Green color represents Muslim majority.
• White stripe represents religious minorities.
• Crescent symbolizes progress.
• Star represents light and knowledge.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has the sole authority to issue currency notes in Pakistan.
• This power is given under Section 24 of the State Bank of Pakistan Act.

The first emergency notes were printed by De La Rue & Company between 1948 and 1960 in denominations of:

• 5 Rupees
• 10 Rupees
• 100 Rupees

Additional information:

• Established: 1 July 1948
• Headquarters: Karachi, Pakistan
• Founder: Government of Pakistan
• Main Function: Regulate banking system and issue currency notes

Last verified on 11-05-2026