Explanation

Akbarnama was written by Abul Fazl.

It is the official chronicle of Emperor Akbar’s reign (1556–1605).

Additional information:

• Born: 1551, Agra, India
• Died: 1602, Patna, India
• Position: Court historian and vizier of Akbar

Famous Work: Akbarnama (Three volumes)

1. Volume 1: Akbar’s ancestry and early life
2. Volume 2: Administrative and political history
3. Volume 3: Fatawa-e-Alamgiri / Akbar’s achievements

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Explanation

• Full Name: Hamza Shahbaz
• Order: 19th (17th) Chief Minister of Punjab
• Position: Chief Minister of Punjab
• Tenure: 30 April 2022 – 26 July 2022 (≈ 3 months)
• Administered By: National Assembly Speaker / Legal authority (as per court orders)
• Political Party: Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz)

Last verified on 18-01-2026

Explanation

Only 11 heroes have received Nishan-e-Haider in Pakistan’s history.

Nishan-e-Haider means “Emblem of the Lion”.

It is Pakistan’s highest military award for bravery.

Additional information:

1. Muhammad Sarwar – Punjab Regiment, Captain, 1947 War, 27 July 1948
2. Saif Ali Janjua – 5/18 Azad Kashmir Regiment, Naik, 1947 War, 26 October 1948
3. Tufail Mohammad – 13 Punjab Regiment, Major, 1958 Skirmishes, 7 August 1958
4. Raja Aziz Bhatti – 17 Punjab Regiment, Major, 1965 War, 10 September 1965
5. Rashid Minhas – No. 2 Fighter Conversion Unit, Pilot Officer, 1971 War, 20 August 1971
6. Muhammad Akram – 4 Frontier Force Regiment, Major, 1971 War, 5 December 1971
7. Shabbir Sharif – 6 Frontier Force Regiment, Major, 1971 War, 6 December 1971
8. Muhammad Hussain – 20 Lancers, Sowar, 1971 War, 10 December 1971
9. Muhammad Mahfuz Janjua – 15 Punjab Regiment, Lance Naik, 1971 War, 17 December 1971
10. Karnal Sher Khan – 12 Northern Light Infantry, Captain, Kargil War, 5 July 1999
11. Lalak Jan – 12 Northern Light Infantry, Havildar, Kargil War, 7 July 1999

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Explanation

• Full Name: Arooj Aftab
• Nationality: Pakistani

Grammy Nominations: 64th Annual Grammy Awards

• Best New Artist
• Best Global Music Performance

Significance: First Pakistani woman to receive Grammy nominations

Music Style: Fusion of jazz, classical, and Sufi music

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Explanation

Samiullah Khan Nickname: The Flying Horse (for his exceptional speed)

• Birth: 6 September 1951, Bahawalpur, Pakistan

Awards:

• Pride of Performance – 1983
• Sitara-e-Imtiaz – 2014

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Explanation

• Approval Date: 28 December 2021 (Federal Cabinet)
• Public Launch: 14 January 2022
• Revealed By: Prime Minister Imran Khan
• Duration: 2022–2026 (Five-year plan)

Explanation

• Birthplace: Balkh (modern-day Afghanistan)
• Birth Year: 1207 AD
• Death: 17 December 1273 AD (Konya, present-day Turkey)
• Age at Death: 66 years
• Famous Work: Masnavi-ye Ma’navi (Spiritual couplets)
• Contribution: Founder of the Mevlevi Sufi Order (Whirling Dervishes)

Last verified on 18-01-2026

Explanation

Famous Urdu poet Mustafa Zaidi was, by profession, a Pakistani civil servant (CSP officer), 

He was born in October 10, 1930.

He died in October 12, 1970, in Karachi.

Pen name: Tegh Allahbadi

Notable awards: Tamgha-e-Quaid-e-Azam

Explanation

Article 257 of the Constitution of Pakistan deals with Kashmir.

It outlines the relationship between Pakistan and the State of Jammu and Kashmir

Kashmir was established on 24 Oct be 1947

District: 10

Explanation

Khudadad Khan was fighting in Belgium, specifically at Hollebeke, on October 31, 1914

He was an Indian recipient of the Victoria Cross

Born on 20 October 1888 in Chakwal District, Pakistan

Died: 8 March 1971 (aged 82) Mandi Bahauddin