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What is the name of the vast desert in the western part of Pakistan?
What is the name of the vast desert in the western part of Pakistan?
Thar Desert
Who was the leader of the independence movement of Pakistan?
Who was the leader of the independence movement of Pakistan?
Muhammad Ali Jinnah
What are two significant religious festivals celebrated in Pakistan?
What are two significant religious festivals celebrated in Pakistan?
Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha
What are some popular dishes in Pakistani cuisine?
What are some popular dishes in Pakistani cuisine?
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What are the three components of Pakistan's economy mentioned in the text?
What are the three components of Pakistan's economy mentioned in the text?
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What is the name of the ancient civilization that flourished around 2500 BCE in the region of Pakistan?
What is the name of the ancient civilization that flourished around 2500 BCE in the region of Pakistan?
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Which British leader ruled over Pakistan during the 19th century?
Which British leader ruled over Pakistan during the 19th century?
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What are the major components of Pakistan's economy mentioned in the text?
What are the major components of Pakistan's economy mentioned in the text?
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What are the significant challenges faced by Pakistan's economy, as mentioned in the text?
What are the significant challenges faced by Pakistan's economy, as mentioned in the text?
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Which cultural celebration in Pakistan marks the arrival of spring?
Which cultural celebration in Pakistan marks the arrival of spring?
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Study Notes
- Islamabad is Pakistan's capital city, established in the 1960s and replacing Karachi.
- It is located in the northern part of Pakistan, within the Islamabad Capital Territory.
- Political significance: home to Pakistan's Parliament, Supreme Court, and several foreign embassies.
- Attractive features: Margalla Hills, modern infrastructure, efficient organization.
- Pakistan is the world's fifth most populated country, with an estimated population over 220 million.
- Ethnic groups: Punjabis, Sindhis, Pashtuns, Baloch, and Muhajirs; Punjabis are the largest.
- Official languages: Urdu and English; other spoken languages include Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, and Balochi.
- Majority: Muslims; minorities: Christians, Hindus, and other faiths.
- Pakistan situated in South Asia, with diverse geography: Himalayas (highest peaks, including K2), Indus River, Thar Desert, fertile plains, Arabian Sea.
- History rich, dating back to Indus Valley Civilization (2500 BCE), various empires and dynasties, British rule (19th century), independence (1947), Muhammad Ali Jinnah (leader, first Governor-General).
- Modern Pakistan: Islamic republic, significant player in world politics.
- Culture: shaped by Islamic faith, traditions, regional characteristics; warm and caring people; renowned cuisine (biryani, kebabs, curries); religious festivals (Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha); cultural celebration (Basant).
- Economy: agriculture, industry, services; agriculture significant, contributing to livelihoods; industries (textiles, manufacturing, construction); banking, telecommunications, tourism services; challenges: poverty, unemployment; government efforts: investment, education, infrastructure development.
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Test your knowledge about the capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad, which was established in the 1960s and replaced Karachi. Learn about its political importance, modern infrastructure, and key landmarks like the Margalla Hills.
