Explanation

• Pakistan conducted a series of nuclear tests on 28 May 1998 at the Chagai test site, in Balochistan.
• 5 Nuclear tests were conducted by Pakistan at 15:15 hrs PST on 28 May 1998.
• The tests were performed at Ras Koh Hills in the Chagai District of Balochistan Province.
• Chagai-I was Pakistan's first public test of nuclear weapons.

Additional information:

• Chagai-II is the codename assigned to the second atomic test conducted by Pakistan, carried out on 30 May 1998.
• These tests followed the Chagai-I series.
• The test site was Kharan Desert, Pakistan.
• The number of tests is 1.

Last verified on 30-03-2026

Explanation

• The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi.
• It was signed between Pakistan (President Ayub Khan) and India (Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru).
• It was brokered by the World Bank.

It became effective on April 1, 1960.

• Western Rivers (given to Pakistan): Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
• Eastern Rivers (given to India): Ravi, Beas, Sutlej

Last verified on 30-03-2026

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Explanation

• Pakistan became an "Islamic Republic" in its 1956 constitution.
• This constitution was the first to declare Pakistan as an Islamic Republic.
• It is reflecting the country's identity as a democratic state founded on the principles of Islam.

Additional information:

• The constitution was adopted on March 23, 1956.
• The 1956 Constitution was abrogated in 1958.
• When President Iskander Mirza imposed martial law and declared himself the Chief Martial Law Administrator.

Last verified on 23-03-2026

Explanation

• Justice Ayesha Malik became the first female judge of the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
• She was sworn in on 24 January 2022 by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed.
• Previously, she served at Lahore High Court (March 2012 – Jan 2022).

Additional information:

• Appointed by: President Arif Alvi
• Tenure: Until June 2031
• Supreme Court judges total: 17
• Retirement age: Supreme Court – 65, High Court – 62

Last verified on 18-03-2026

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.

Last verified on 17-03-2026

Explanation

• Length: Old – 1,046 km, New – 1,058 km (both accepted in MCQs)
• Divisions: Sindh Coast – 270 km, Makran Coast – 720 km
• Major Location: Most of the coastline is in Balochistan
• Geographical Areas: Gwadar, Lasbela, Karachi, Thatta Coast
• Borders: Thatta Coast from Korangi Creek to Sir Creek; Rann of Kutch from Badin to Tharparkar

Last verified on 15-01-2026

Explanation

• The Gwadar Port is situated on the Arabian Sea at Gwadar in the Balochistan, Pakistan.
• Omani Rule: Gwadar remained under Oman for 174 years (1783–1958).
• Purchase Date: 8 September 1958 by Pakistan.
• Official Integration: 8 December 1958.
• Port Opening: 2002 (development of the modern deep-sea port began).

Additional information:

Pakistan has three big sea ports:

1. Karachi Port
2. Muhammad Bin Qasim port
3. Gwadar port

Last verified on 16-03-2026

Explanation

• The highest military award is Nishan-e-Haider.
• Captain Raja Muhammad Sarwar, the country's first recipient of Nishan-i-Haider.
• Nishan-e-Pakistan: Highest Civil Award.
• Tamgha-e-Khidmat: Smallest Civil Award.

Additional information:

Last verified on 13-03-2026

Explanation

• Manchar Lake is the largest natural lake in Pakistan.
• It is part of the Indus River basin.
• Covered Area: ~260 km² (100 square miles)
• Location: Jamshoro District, Sindh
• Water Source: Kirthar Mountains and surrounding streams

Last verified on 14-03-2026