Explanation

• Chickpea (Gram) is a widely grown legume in Pakistan.
• Seed rate indicates how much seed is needed per acre for optimal growth.
• Proper seed rate ensures good plant population, yield, and uniform growth.

Additional information:

• Chickpea seeds are sown in rows with 30–40 cm spacing.

Last verified on 23-01-2026

Explanation

• Smut infects wheat spikes, reducing grain quantity and quality.
• On average, it causes around 7% global wheat yield loss.

Additional information:

• Other major wheat diseases: Rust, Blight, Powdery Mildew
• Prevention: Use resistant varieties, seed treatment, and fungicides

Last verified on 25-01-2026

Explanation

• Leguminous plants form a symbiotic relationship with Rhizobium bacteria.
• These bacteria fix atmospheric nitrogen (N₂) into usable forms.
• This process improves soil fertility naturally.
• On average, nitrogen fixation by legumes adds about 210 kg nitrogen per hectare.
• Reduces the need for chemical nitrogen fertilizers.

Last verified on 22-01-2026

Explanation

• T & V stands for Training & Visit.
• It is an agricultural extension system used to improve farmers’ skills.
• The system focuses on regular training of extension workers and farm visits.

Additional information:

• Introduced by: World Bank
• Main Purpose: Transfer of modern farming techniques to farmers

Last verified on 19-01-2026

Explanation

• Wheat cultivars are developed to suit different environmental conditions.
• Inqlab is a drought-tolerant wheat variety, suitable for barani (rainfed) areas.

Additional information:

• Inqlab matures in short to medium duration (~110–115 days).
• It is resistant to rust diseases, making it ideal for rainfed farming.

Last verified on 24-01-2026

Explanation

The Missouri River is the longest in the United States

It is a river in the Central and Mountain West regions of the United States

Length: Approximately 2,341 miles (3,767 km).

Nicknamed the "Big Muddy" 

Mouth: Joins the Mississippi River north of St. Louis, Missouri.

Explanation

• In Microsoft Word, hyperlinks are shown as blue underlined text by default.
• The blue color helps users easily identify clickable links.
• After clicking, the link color may change, but the default is blue.

Explanation

The Brahmaputra River flows through China (Tibet), India, and Bangladesh

Origin: Tibet Autonomous Region, China (as Yarlung Tsangpo).

Flows Through: China (Tibet), India (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam), and Bangladesh.

Names: Yarlung Tsangpo (China), Siang/Dihang (India), Jamuna (Bangladesh).

Explanation

• The First Round Table Conference was held in London
• When: November 12, 1930, to January 1931.
• Inaugurated by: King George V.
• Chaired by: British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald.

Additional information

• Three sessions were held in London from 1930 to 1932.
• Chaired by British PM Ramsay MacDonald. (from: 5 June 1929 – 7 June 1935)
• First Session (1930): Boycotted by the Indian National Congress.
• Second Session (7 September 1931 to 1 December 1931): Mahatma Gandhi attended after the Gandhi-Irwin Pact.
• Third Session (1932): Poorly attended, boycotted by major parties.

Last updated 26-07-2026 by NA

Explanation

Pakistan's ideology is fundamentally based on Islam and the Two-Nation Theory

Islamic Identity: The belief that Islam is a complete way of life

Two-Nation Theory: Muslims and Hindus are two separate nations