Explanation

• The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on September 19, 1960, in Karachi.
• It was signed between Pakistan (President Ayub Khan) and India (Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru).
• It was brokered by the World Bank.

It became effective on April 1, 1960.

• Western Rivers (given to Pakistan): Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
• Eastern Rivers (given to India): Ravi, Beas, Sutlej

Last verified on 30-03-2026

Explanation

• The Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean on Earth.
• It covers about 30% of the Earth's surface.
• It contains 97% of the Earth's water.
• The Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean.
• It is located in the Pacific.
• The Arctic Ocean is connected to the Pacific Ocean via the Bering Strait.

Additional information:

• The Arctic Ocean is the Smallest Ocean of the world.
• Oceans cover 71% of the Earth's surface.
• The Indian Ocean is the warmest, with the Persian Gulf being the hottest area.
• The Diamantina Trench is the deepest point in the Indian Ocean.
• Jordan does not have an ocean.

Last verified on 17-03-2026

Explanation

• Religion: Judaism
• Followers: Jews
• Books in the Torah: 5 (Pentateuch)
• Revealed to: Prophet Musa (Moses, A.S.)
• Revealed at: Mount Sinai (over 3,000 years ago, according to Jewish tradition)

Last verified on 21-07-2026

Explanation

• Multan is famously called the “City of Saints”
• Due to its many Sufi shrines and mystics.

Additional information:

• Province: Punjab, Pakistan
• Located on: Chenab River
• Population Rank: 7th largest city in Pakistan
• Union Councils: 4

Last verified on 20-07-2026

Explanation

• The correct phrasal verb is "blew up", which means "to destroy by explosion."
• The sentence becomes: "Before going, soldiers blew up the bridge."
• "Blow up" is commonly used for destroying bridges, buildings, or vehicles with explosives.
• "Blew" is the past tense of blow.

Last verified on 18-07-2026

Explanation

• Abraham (A.S) is called Abu-ul-Ambiya / Jadd-ul-Anbiya (Father of Prophets).
• His name is mentioned in the Qur’an 67 times.
• He was sent to Jordan / Sham region after leaving Hazrat Hajar (A.S) and Hazrat Ismail (A.S) in Makkah valley (Bakkah).
• He had two wives: Hajar and Sarah.
• He had two famous sons: Ishmael (A.S) and Isaac (A.S).
• He is known as Khalilullah (Friend of Allah).
• He built the Kaaba with Hazrat Ismail (A.S).

Last verified on 28-04-2026

Explanation

• World War II: Global war, 1939–1945.
• Little Boy: Dropped on Hiroshima, 6 August 1945.
• Fat Man: Dropped on Nagasaki, 9 August 1945, 11:01 AM.
  

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• World War I: Global war in Europe, 28 July 1914 – 11 November 1918.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• The highest peak of the Hindu Kush range in Pakistan is Tirich Mir.
• It is located in the Chitral District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. 
• Elevation:  (7,708) meters (25,289) ft.

Additional information:

• Highest peak of the Himalaya range: Nanga Parbat
• Highest peak of the Karakoram range: K-2
• Highest peak of the Kirthar range: Zardak Peak
• Highest peak of the Koh-e-Suleman range: Takht-e-Sulaiman
• Highest peak of the Salt range: Sakesar

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• The planet known for its beautiful ring system is Saturn.
• These rings are made of ice particles, dust, and rock fragments.
• It is the second-largest planet in the Solar System.
• It is also called the “Ringed Planet” due to its prominent rings.
• Its most famous moon is Titan.
• It takes about 29.5 Earth years to complete one orbit around the Sun.

Last verified on 17-05-2026

Explanation

• The first Prime Minister of Pakistan was Liaquat Ali Khan
• Tenure: 15-08-1947 to 16-10-1951.
• Party: Pakistan Muslim League.
• Secretary of the All-India Muslim League in 1936
• 1st Minister of Defence from 15 August 1947 – 16 October 1951
• 1st Minister of Foreign Affairs from 15 August 1947 – 27 December 1949
• Born: 1 October 1895 Karnal, Punjab, India
• Died 16 October 1951 (aged 56) Rawalpindi
• Manner of death : Assassination

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Last updated on 09-03-2026