Pakistani History and Geography Quiz
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Who was the first recipient of the Nishan e Haider?

  • Liaquat Ali Khan
  • Khawaja Nizamuddin
  • Allama Iqbal
  • Capt Sarwar Shaheed (correct)

    • Which of the following is the largest glacier in Pakistan?

  • K-2
  • Siachen (correct)
  • Broad Peak
  • Nanga Parbat

    • What is the highest peak in the Karakoram range?

  • Tirich Mir
  • Nanga Parbat
  • K-2 (Godwin Austin) (correct)
  • Broad Peak

    • Which is the largest manmade lake in Pakistan?

    <p>Khinjer Lake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who coined the name 'Pakistan'?

    <p>Ch Rehmat Ali (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is known for the Tomb of Jahangir?

    <p>Lahore (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NADRA stand for?

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    Which mountain system is the highest in the world?

    <p>Himalayas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the largest mine in Pakistan located?

    <p>Khewra (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who served as both the president and governor general of Pakistan?

    <p>Maj Gen Sikander Mirza (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first lady federal minister of Pakistan?

    <p>Vikarun Nisa Noor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which was the first state to join Pakistan?

    <p>Bahawalpur (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest dam in Pakistan?

    <p>Mangla Dam (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the first television station in Pakistan established?

    <p>Lahore (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was the first constitution of Pakistan enforced?

    <p>March 23, 1956 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is home to the first woman university in Pakistan?

    <p>Rawalpindi (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first Muslim Commander in Chief of the Pakistan army?

    <p>FM Ayub Khan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was the first newspaper established in Pakistan?

    <p>Amroz (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first female National Assembly Speaker in Pakistan?

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    Flashcards

    Nishan e Haider

    The highest military award in Pakistan, bestowed upon Capt. Sarwar Shaheed as the first recipient.

    Nishan e Pak

    The highest civilian award of Pakistan.

    Largest Park in Pakistan

    The Ayub National Park, located in Rawalpindi, is the largest park in Pakistan.

    Largest Museum in Pakistan

    The Lahore Museum is the largest museum in Pakistan.

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    Largest Glacier in Pakistan

    The Siachen Glacier, situated in the Karakoram range, is the largest glacier in Pakistan.

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    Largest Desert in Pakistan

    The Thar Cholistan Desert, located in Punjab and Sindh, is the largest desert in Pakistan.

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    Largest Salt Mines in Pakistan

    The Khewra salt mines, located in Punjab, are the largest salt mines in Pakistan.

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    Highest Peak in Pakistan

    The K2 mountain peak, also known as Godwin-Austen, is the second highest peak in the world and the highest in Pakistan, located in the Karakoram range, with an elevation of 28,250 feet.

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    Khyber Pass

    Located in Peshawar, Khyber Pass is a historic passage connecting Pakistan with Afghanistan.

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    Indus River Valley Civilization

    The Indus River Valley Civilization, one of the world's oldest civilizations, flourished in the Indus River basin, encompassing present-day Pakistan and parts of India.

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    What was the first state to join Pakistan?

    The first state to join Pakistan in 1954.

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    When was the first constitution of Pakistan enforced?

    The first constitution of Pakistan was enforced on March 23, 1956.

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    Who was the first lady federal minister in Pakistan?

    The first lady federal minister in Pakistan was Vikarun Nisa Noor.

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    Who was the first woman governor in Pakistan?

    The first woman governor in Pakistan was Rana Liaquat Ali, who served from 1973 to 1976.

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    Which barrage was the first constructed in Pakistan?

    The first constructed barrage in Pakistan is the Sukkur Barrage.

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    Where is the headquarters of the Gandhara civilization?

    Located in Taxila, the Ghandhara civilization is known for its unique mix of Greek, Persian, and Indian influences.

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    Where were the ruins of Harappa found?

    The ruins of Harappa, an important site of the Indus Valley Civilization, were found in Sahiwal.

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    What is the largest railway tunnel in Pakistan?

    The largest railway tunnel in Pakistan is the Khojak Tunnel.

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    What is the highest dam in Pakistan?

    The Mangla Dam, located in AJK on the Jhelum River, is the highest dam in Pakistan.

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    What is the largest dam in Pakistan?

    The Tarbela Dam, situated on the Indus River, is the largest dam in Pakistan, known for its significant role in power generation.

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    Study Notes

    Pakistani History and Geography

    • First Embassy: Egypt opened its embassy in Pakistan first, followed by Iran.
    • First Recognition: Iran recognized Pakistan first.
    • First State to Join Pakistan: Bahawalpur joined in 1954.
    • First Constitution: Enforced on March 23, 1956.
    • First Lady Federal Minister: Vikarun Nisa Noor (Tourism).
    • First Lady Governor: Rana Liaquat Ali (Sindh, 1973-1976).
    • First Woman University: Located in Rawalpindi.
    • First Army Commander-in-Chief: Frank Miservi.
    • First Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee: General M Sharif.
    • First Daily Newspaper: Amroz (1947).
    • First Muslim Army Commander-in-Chief: FM Ayub Khan.
    • First President of AJK: Sardar Ibrahim Khan.
    • First TV Station: Lahore (November 26, 1964).
    • First Female National Assembly Speaker: Dr Fahmida Mirza.
    • First Lady Major General: Dr Shahida Malik.
    • First Barrage: Sukkur Barrage.
    • Gandhara Civilization HQ: Taxila.
    • Harappa Ruins Location: Sahiwal.
    • Largest Railway Tunnel: Khojak.

    Pakistani Dams and Infrastructure

    • Planned Dam: Kalabagh Dam on the Indus River (Mianwali District).
    • Highest Dam: Mangla Dam (AJK, Jhelum River).
    • Largest Dam: Tarbela Dam.
    • Other Dams: Rawal Dam (Korang River), Khanpur Dam (Haro River), Mirani Dam (Balochistan, near Turbat).
    • Largest Fort: Rani Kot.
    • Lahore Fort Builder: Akbar.

    Historical Monuments and Forts

    • Rohtas Fort Builder: Sher Shah Suri (near Jhelum).
    • Tomb of Jahangir: Lahore.
    • Tomb of Baba Farid: Pakistan.
    • Tomb of Sachal Sarmast: Pakistan.
    • GT Road Builder: Sher Shah.

    Awards and Recognition

    • First Nishan-e-Haider Recipient: Capt Sarwar Shaheed.
    • Highest Civil Award: Nishan-e-Pak.
    • Second Highest Civil Award: Hilal-e-Pak.

    Parks and Museums

    • Largest Park: Ayub National Park (Rawalpindi).
    • Largest Museum: Lahore Museum.
    • Largest Railway Station: Lahore.

    Mountains and Glaciers

    • Highest Peak: K-2 (Godwin Austin), Karakoram Range (28,250 ft).
    • Other Notable Peaks: Broad Peak (Karakoram), Tirich Mir (Hindu Kush).
    • Highest Mountain System: Himalayas.
    • Mount Everest: Himalayas Range.
    • Nanga Parbat: Himalayas.
    • Islamabad Hills: Extensions of the Himalayas.
    • Largest Glacier: Siachen.
    • Mountain Ranges: Himalayas, Karakoram, Hindu Kush, Suleiman, Salt Range.

    Rivers and Passes

    • Khyber Pass Connection: Peshawar-Kabul.
    • Khyber Pass Highest Point: Landi Kotal.
    • Simla Pact Date: July 3, 1972.
    • Indus River Tributaries: Kabul River joins Indus at Attock.
    • Punjab Rivers: Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Sutlej.
    • Kashmir Rivers: Chenab, Jhelum.
    • Major Rivers: Indus.
    • Indus Water Treaty: Pakistan gets Jhelum, Chenab, and Indus; India gets Ravi, Sutlej, and Beas.

    Lakes

    • Largest Manmade Lake: Khinjer Lake (Sindh).
    • Largest Natural Lake: Manchar Lake (Sindh).
    • Other Lakes: Saif ul Malook Lake (near Naran).

    Natural Resources and Mines

    • Largest Desert: Thar-Cholistan (Bahawalpur District).
    • Largest Coalfield: Thar Coalfield.
    • Largest Salt Mine: Khewra Salt Mines.

    Political Figures (Pakistan)

    • Pakistan's National Anthem Writer: Hafeez Jallandhari.
    • Quaid-e-Azam Death: Karachi, September 11, 1948
    • Liaquat Ali Khan Assassination: Rawalpindi, 1951
    • Ch. Rehmat Ali: Coined the word "Pakistan."
    • Allamatic Iqbal Death: Lahore, April 21, 1938
    • Second Governor-General: Khawaja Nizamuddin

    Important Figures (Pakistan)

    • First Atomic Power Station: Karachi.
    • First Atomic Reactor: KANUPP (Karachi).
    • Longest Border: Afghanistan
    • Border Lengths: Pakistan-India (1,610 km), Pakistan-Iran (805 km), Pakistan-China (595 km), Pakistan-Afghanistan (2,250 km).
    • Boundaries/Lines: Durand Line (Pakistan-Afghanistan).
    • Oldest Cantonment: Kohat.

    Miscellaneous (Pakistan)

    • NADRA: National Database Registration Authority.
    • Baluchistan Area: 43% of Pakistan.
    • Gawadar Inclusion: September 9, 1958.
    • First Democratic President (Five Year Term): Asif Ali Zardari (2008-2013).
    • Political Leader serving multiple Terms as Prime Minister: Mian M Nawaz Sharif.

    Military and Defense

    • Pakistan's Surface-to-Surface Missiles: Shaheen, Ghauri.
    • India's Surface-to-Surface Missiles: Agni, Prithvi.

    Miscellaneous World Facts

    • British Prime Minister Residence: Downing Street 10 (Westminster, England).
    • Great Wall of China Completion: 204 BC, 1500 miles, 25 ft avg height.
    • Leaning Tower of Pisa: 12th century, 14 feet from perpendicular.
    • Islamic Resistance Movement: Hamas (occupied Palestine).
    • Largest Oil Exporter: Saudi Arabia.
    • Golden Gate Bridge Location: San Francisco (USA).
    • Russian Afghanistan Invasion: December 27, 1979.
    • Hong Kong Return to China: July 1, 1997.
    • Nelson Mandela's ANC win: First general election, South Africa 1994.
    • Velocity of Light: 299,729 km/sec, 186,282 miles/sec.
    • Units of Measurement: 1 inch = 2.54 cm, 1 mile = 1.6 km.
    • SAARC Founded: 1985.
    • Air Composition: Nitrogen (78.08%), Oxygen (20.95%), Argon (0.94%), Carbon Dioxide (0.03%).
    • Mustafa Kamal: Atatürk (founder of modern Turkey, 1881-1938)
    • Current UNO Members: 193 countries.
    • People's Republic of China Establishment: 1949.
    • First Man on the Moon: Neil Armstrong.
    • SCO Founded: 1999.

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    Test your knowledge of significant milestones in Pakistani history and geography. This quiz covers key events, figures, and institutions that shaped Pakistan. Explore topics from the first constitution to early diplomatic relations.

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