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The capital of Balochistan is Quetta also known as Shalkot.

The city is also known as the “Fruit Garden of Pakistan” as the large variety of fruits and dry fruits produced there.

It is a trade and communication centre between Pakistan and Afghanistan borders.

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Princess of Hope is a natural rock formation in Lasbela, Balochistan, shaped over years by the Arabian Sea breeze.

The rock resembles a princess looking beyond the horizon, appearing like a masterpiece of a skilled artisan.

The name “Princess of Hope” was given by Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie during her visit.

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Fazila Aliani (born 1945) is a veteran politician, women's rights activist and educationist from Balochistan, Pakistan.

She was the first woman minister of Balochistan when she was appointed Minister of Health, Education and Social Welfare in 1976.

She was also the first woman elected to the Balochistan Assembly in 1972.

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Ghazala Gola made history by becoming the first woman ever elected Deputy Speaker of the Balochistan Assembly

Oath taking date: 29 Feb 2024

Party name: PPP

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Baluchistan has the most mineral deposits among the provinces of Pakistan.

Sindh rich in coal deposit.

KPK rich in gems.

Oil, gas and minerals used in nuclear energy purposes are mined by the federal government.

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Like Khairpur in Sindh, Panjgur in Balochistan is famous for date production.

Panjgur is a significant date-producing region in Pakistan.

Dates from Panjgur contribute to Pakistan’s position as a leading date-producing country in the world.

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Pakistan purchased Gwadar port from Oman on 8th September 1958.

Gwadar officially became part of Pakistan on 8th December 1958.

Gwadar remained under Omani rule for 174 years from 1783 -1958 

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Capital of Baluchistan is Quetta.

They cover 42 percent of the area of Pakistan.

They became a province in 1970.

It is the biggest province of Pakistan by area.

It is located on the Iranian plateau.

35 districts are there in Balochistan

There are many rivers in Balochistan but 7 are the main.

Hingol is the largest river in the Balochistan.

Baluchistan province has 7 divisions.

1. Kalat
2. Makran
3. Nasirabad
4. Quetta
5. Sibi
6. Zhob
7. Rakshan

Explanation

Lieutenant General Sarfraz Ali, also known as Sarfraz Soomro, was martyred on August 1, 2022.

He died in a helicopter crash during a flood relief operation in Balochistan.

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Astola is Pakistan's largest offshore island at approximately 6.7 km (4.2 mi) long)

It is also known as Jezira Haft Talar, Satadip, or 'Island of the Seven Hills

Location:  Balochistan, Gwadar District

Astola is famous for its rich marine biodiversity.

AGM 02.05.2023