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What is the location of Pakistan?
What is the location of Pakistan?
What is the main crop grown in Pakistan's agricultural sector?
What is the main crop grown in Pakistan's agricultural sector?
What is the name of the first Governor-General of Pakistan?
What is the name of the first Governor-General of Pakistan?
What is the name of the famous ancient civilization that existed in Pakistan?
What is the name of the famous ancient civilization that existed in Pakistan?
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What is the official language of Pakistan?
What is the official language of Pakistan?
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What is the date of Pakistan's Independence Day?
What is the date of Pakistan's Independence Day?
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Study Notes
Pakistan Study
Geography
- Location: South Asia, bordered by India, Afghanistan, Iran, and China
- Terrain: Mountains (Himalayas, Karakoram), plateaus, and plains (Indus River)
- Climate: Varied, ranging from tropical to temperate and arctic in the north
History
- Ancient civilizations: Indus Valley Civilization (3300-1300 BCE), Gandhara Civilization
- British colonial rule (1858-1947)
- Independence: August 14, 1947, with Muhammad Ali Jinnah as the first Governor-General
- Early years: Islamic Republic of Pakistan (1956), Constitution of Pakistan (1956)
Economy
- Agriculture: Major sector, with crops like cotton, wheat, and rice
- Industry: Textiles, food processing, and pharmaceuticals
- Natural resources: Natural gas, coal, and iron ore
Politics and Government
- Federal parliamentary republic with a president as head of state
- Bicameral legislature: National Assembly and Senate
- Provincial governments: Four provinces (Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan) and two territories (Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan)
Culture
- Islamic Republic with a majority Muslim population
- Urdu as the national language, with English as the official language
- Rich cultural heritage, with influences from Mughal, Persian, and Arabic traditions
- Festivals: Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Azha, and Independence Day (August 14)
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Description
This quiz covers the geography, history, economy, politics, and culture of Pakistan. From the Indus Valley Civilization to the present day, test your knowledge of this fascinating country.
