Explanation

• The primary reason for the global GDP reduction from 2020 to 2022 was the COVID-19 pandemic
• A drop in GDP growth to 0.3% in 2022-23
• World GDP fell by approximately 3.4% in 2020.

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

Explanation

• A legislative system with two houses (e.g., Senate & National Assembly).
• It provides checks and balances in law-making.
• From 1947 to 1973, Pakistan had a unicameral legislature with only the National Assembly.
• The 1973 Constitution introduced a bicameral system, adding the Senate alongside the National Assembly.

Last verified on 09-05-2026

Explanation

• Phase I of CPEC = Energy + Infrastructure
• CPEC Phase II (2021–2025/2030) = Industry, agriculture, and SEZ development
• Phase II is often described as aligning with Pakistan’s "5Es Framework"
• Export,
• E-Pakistan,
• Environment,
• Energy,
• Equity

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

Explanation

• Under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework:
• This was approved in the 6th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting in December 2016
• Total of nine Special Economic Zones (SEZs) were originally agreed upon for development across Pakistan
• Allama Iqbal (Punjab),
• Rashakai (KP),
• Dhabeji (Sindh),
• Bostan (Balochistan),
• Mohmand (ex-FATA),
• Moqpondass (GB),
• Mirpur (AJ&K),
• ICT Model (Islamabad),
• PSM Land (Karachi).
• Four (04) primary SEZs being prioritized for fast-track development
• Allama Iqbal,
• Rashakai,
• Dhabeji,
• Bostan

Additional information 

• As of January 2026, the number of approved Special Economic Zones under CPEC Phase 2.0 has increased to 44.

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

Explanation

• CPEC connects Gwadar Port in Pakistan with Kashgar in China’s Xinjiang region.
• The project was initiated in 2013.
• It was formally launched in April 2015.
• CPEC is part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
• Initial estimated investment was about $46 billion.

Last verified on 09-05-2026

Explanation

• The Constitution of Pakistan 1956 introduced a unicameral legislature.
• It was called the Parliament of Pakistan.
• It consisted of only one house (National Assembly).

Additional information:

• 1962 Constitution: Presidential system with changes in structure
• 1973 Constitution: Bicameral Parliament (National Assembly + Senate)

Last verified on 01-05-2026

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

• Syed Ameer Ali authored "The Spirit of Islam".
• It was published in 1891.
• The book provides a comprehensive study of Islam's core principles and beliefs.

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• Major organizations providing financial assistance to Pakistan are the IMF
• Pakistan officially became a member of the IMF on July 11, 1950.
• IMF stands for International Monetary Fund.

Last updated by NA on 23-April-2026

Explanation

• The Partition of Bengal, implemented in 1905 by Lord Curzon.
• It was formally annulled in 1911. 
• He divided Bengal into two provinces on 16-10-1905.

The province was divided into:

• West Bengal, which had a majority of Hindus,
• East Bengal, which had a majority of Muslims

Last verified on 30-03-2026