Explanation

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

• The sugarcane juice is the "national drink" of Pakistan.
• It was declared the national drink in 2019.

Additional information:

• National fruit of Pakistan: Mango
• National bird of Pakistan: Chukar
• National animal of Pakistan: Markhor
• National dish of Pakistan: Nihari
• National flower of Pakistan: Jasmine
• National tree of Pakistan: Himalayan Cedar
• National vegetable of Pakistan: Lady Finger

Last verified on 22-10-2026

Explanation

• Designer: Amir Uddin Kidwai Adoption Date: 11 August 1947 (officially adopted) Additional information: Green field – represents Muslims of Pakistan White stripe – represents minorities and religious minorities’ rights Crescent and star – symbol of progress and light Proportion of flag: 2:3 (height:width)

Last verified on 16-01-2026

Explanation

• The white crescent in the center of Pakistan’s national flag symbolizes progress.

Additional information:

• Five-Pointed Star: Represents light, knowledge, and the five pillars of Islam.
• Combined Star and Crescent: Serves as a traditional emblem of Islam.
• Dark Green Field: Represents the Muslim-majority population of Pakistan and Islam.
• Vertical White Stripe: Represents the country's religious minorities (such as Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, and others) and their coexistence.

Last verified on 14-10-2026

Explanation

• Markhor is the national animal of Pakistan.
• “Markhor” means “snake eater.”
• It is known as a symbol of bravery and sharp intelligence.
• It is large wild goat (Capra species).
• It is found in Central Asia, the Karakoram, and the Himalayan regions.