Explanation

• Blind dolphins are found in the Indus River.
• They are also called Indus River Dolphin or “Bhulan”.
• Scientifically described in 1853 by Richard Owen.
• Known for side-swimming behavior.
• It is one of the rare freshwater dolphin species.

Last verified on 02-05-2026

Explanation

• Muhammad Ali Jinnah called Kashmir the “life line of Pakistan” due to its water importance.
• All major rivers of Pakistan originate from Kashmir region and Himalayas.
• These rivers are essential for agriculture, drinking water, and electricity (hydropower).
• Without Kashmir water resources, Pakistan’s economy would be seriously affected.
• Hence, Kashmir is strategically and economically very important.

Last verified on 02-05-2026

Explanation

• First dry port: Lahore Dry Port
• Year: 1973
• Authority: Pakistan Railways
• Location: Mughalpura, Lahore
• Purpose: Inland cargo/custom clearance

Additional information:

• Karachi Dry Port (1974)
• Quetta Dry Port (1984)
• Peshawar Dry Port (1986)
• Multan Dry Port (1988)
• Rawalpindi Dry Port (1990)

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Kallar Kahar  is a town and subdivision of Chakwal District in Punjab, Pakistan.
• It is the capital of Kallar Kahar Tehsil.
• Range: Salt Range
• Features: Salt water lake, natural gardens, dancing peacocks, spiritual sites
• Altitude: 1,500 ft above sea level
• Area: 8 km
• Maximum depth: 4–5 ft

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Mujadad Alif Sani initiated the Jihad against Din-e-Illahi.
• Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi, also known as Imam Rabbani.
• It is a religious movement introduced by Emperor Akbar in 1582.
• Origin: Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Mughal Empire
• Members: 19
• Other name Tawhid-i-Ilahi(توحید الهی)

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• Razia Sultana was the first and last female ruler of Delhi Sultanate.
  • She ruled India from 1236 to 1240.
  • She was the daughter of Sultan Shams-ud-Din Iltutmish and Turkan Khatun.
  • Known for her bravery, intelligence, and administrative skills.

Last verified on 02-02-2026

Explanation

• The official court language of the Mughal Empire was Persian.
• It was used in administration, literature, and royal communication.
• Mughal rulers adopted Persian from earlier Islamic traditions.
• It remained dominant until the British period.
• It influenced the development of Urdu language.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• The word “Urdu” is derived from the Turkish word “Ordu”.
• In Turkish, Ordu means “Army” or “camp”.
• Urdu language developed in the Indian subcontinent.
• It became widely used as a lingua franca in South Asia.
• The name “Urdu” was first used around 1780 by Ghulam Hamadani Mushafi.
• Maulvi Abdul Haq – Known as “Father of Urdu”.

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• Gwadar Port was developed with the help of China.
• It is located on the Arabian Sea in Balochistan.
• It is important for trade and regional connectivity.

Additional information:

• 1783 – Gwadar came under Oman
• 8 Sept 1958 – Pakistan purchased Gwadar from Oman
• 8 Dec 1958 – Gwadar became part of Pakistan
• 2002 – Gwadar Port opened
• 18 Feb 2013 – Port operations given to a Chinese company

Last verified on 30-04-2026

Explanation

• First Introduced: 1933 by Chaudhary Rahmat Ali.
• Titled "Now or Never," meaning Are We to Live or Perish Forever
• First Use of Pakistan: The word appeared for the first time in this pamphlet.
• Based on: The two-nation theory of Syed Ahmed Khan.

Regions Represented (Pakistan):

1. Punjab
2. Afghanistan
3. Kashmir
4. Sindh
5. Baluchistan

Last updated 18-07-2026 by NA