Explanation

• The Nehru Report rejected the demand for separate electorates for Muslims.
• It was published on 28 August 1928 under the chairmanship of Motilal Nehru.
• The report proposed joint electorates instead of separate electorates.
• The All-India Muslim League opposed the report because it ignored key Muslim constitutional demands.
• Its rejection of separate electorates later led to Jinnah's Fourteen Points (1929).

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Explanation

• Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto served as Pakistan's Defence Minister before becoming the Prime Minister.
• He was Defence Minister (1963–1966) during President Ayub Khan's government.
• He later became the 4th Prime Minister of Pakistan (14 August 1973 – 5 July 1977).

Additional information:

• Founded Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP): 30 November 1967
• President of Pakistan: 1971–1973
• Executed: 4 April 1979

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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

• Agriculture is known as the backbone of Pakistan's economy.
• It provides food, raw materials, and employment to a large portion of the population.
• Agriculture supports many industries, especially the textile industry, by supplying cotton.
• It contributing 24% to GDP and employing 42% of the workforce, with major crops.
• Major crops include wheat, cotton, rice, sugarcane, and maize.

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Explanation

• Education expenditure as a percentage of GDP in Pakistan is approximately 0.8%
• Historical Range: 1.5% to 2.5% of GDP previously.
• Global Benchmark: Well below the 4% UNESCO recommendation.
• Budget Split: 90% goes to salaries, not infrastructure.

Last updated 25-07-2026 by NA

Explanation

• Abbreviation: NHA
• Formation: 1991
• Headquarters: Islamabad, Pakistan
• Official language: Urdu and English
• Ministry: Ministry of Communications
• Role: Construction and maintenance
• Responsible for: National highways and motorways

Explanation

• About 75% of Pakistan's agricultural land is irrigated by the Indus Basin Irrigation System,
• Primarily relying on canals and groundwater (tubewells).

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Explanation

• Al-Qaeda was formed during a series of meetings in Pakistan
• Location: Founded in Peshawar, Pakistan, with roots in Afghanistan.
• Date: Established in 11 August 1988.
• Founders:
• Osama bin Laden X (1988–2011)
• Ayman al-Zawahiri X (2011–2022)
• Saif al-Adel (de facto; 2022–present)
• Evolved from a logistical network fighting the Soviet military

Last updated 25-07-2026 by NA

Explanation

• Gwadar is celebrated as the gateway of Pakistan CPEC,
• Location: Gwadar, Balochistan, on the Arabian Sea.
• Purchased by Pakistan: From Oman on 8 September 1958.
• Became part of Pakistan: 8 December 1958.
• Omani rule: Gwadar remained under Omani rule for about 174 years (1783–1958).
• Port development: Construction of the modern Gwadar Port began in 2002.

Last updated 25-07-2026 by NA

Explanation

• Clement Attlee was the PM of the UK at the time of the Partition of India.
• The Indian Independence Act 1947 was passed during his government.
• He remained in office 1945 to 1951.
• Monarch: George 6
• Party: Labour Party

Additional information

• Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of British India

Last updated 25-07-2026 by NA