Explanation

• Member Countries (8): Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
• SAARC: South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation
• Founded: 8 December 1985
• Headquarters: Kathmandu, Nepal
• Official Language: English
• Purpose: Promote regional cooperation, economic growth, and cultural exchange among South Asian nations

Last verified on 15-01-2026

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• Asia is the largest continent by land area and population.
• It covers about 44.58 million sq km.
• Around 60% of the world’s population lives in Asia.
• It has 40+ countries, including China, India, and Indonesia.
• It makes up about 30% of Earth’s land area.

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• Australia is the smallest continent in the world by area.
• Antarctica is the smallest continent in the world by population.

Last verified on 07-02-2026

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• Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia
• ASEAN was founded on 8 August 1967 in Bangkok through the Bangkok Declaration.
• Type: Economic & Political Organization
• Established at: Bangkok, Thailand
• Official Language: English
• Members: 11

Last verified on 08-07-2026

Explanation

• Known: Land of White Elephant
• Location: Southeast Asia
• Capital: Bangkok
• Currency: Thai Baht

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• Pakistan → Land of the Pure
• Japan → Land of the Rising Sun
• Canada → Land of Maple Leaf
• Bhutan → Land of the Thunder Dragon
• South Korea → Land of the Morning Calm
• Norway → Land of the Midnight Sun
• Finland → Land of a Thousand Lakes

Last verified on 03-04-2026

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• Pakistan, officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a country in South Asia.
• It is the world's fifth-most populous country.
• It is the world's second-largest Muslim population.
• It is the 33rd-largest country by area.
• The capital of Pakistan is Islamabad.
• The Currency of Pakistan is the Pakistani rupee.

Last verified on 02-04-2026

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•  South Asia's Population (2026 Estimates):
• India: ~1.46 billion
• Pakistan: ~255 million
• Bangladesh: ~175 million

Last updated question by NS on 11 May 2026

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About World Press Freedom Index 2026

Total countries: 180

Topper: Norway

Bottom: Eritrea

Pakistan: 153rd

 Nepal topped South Asia with the rank of 87.

About World Press Freedom Index 2025

Topper: Norway

Bottom: Eritrea

Pakistan: 158th

Additional Information:

This index is released by Paris-based international NGO named Reporters Without Borders.

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• Russia is the largest country in the world by area.
• Total area ≈ 17,098,242 km².
• Covers about 11% of Earth’s land surface.
• Lies in both Europe and Asia (Eurasia).
• Has 11 time zones, the most in the world.
• Population Rank: 9th in the world

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Top 5 Most Populous Countries in Asia (2026):

1. India: ~1.46 billion
2. China: ~1.42 billion
3. Indonesia: ~272–285 million
4. Pakistan: ~240–251 million
5. Bangladesh: ~174 million

Last verified on 13-04-2026

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1. First Largest Continents by area: Asia
2. Second Largest Continents by area: Africa
3. Third Largest Continents by area: North America
4. Fourth Largest Continents by area: South America
5. Fifth Largest Continent by area: Antarctica
6. Sixth Largest Continent by area: Europe
7. Seventh and Smallest Continents by area: Australia

Last verified on 01-04-2026

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• Rohingya Muslims are a Muslim ethnic minority mainly from Rakhine State in Myanmar.
• The United Nations has described them as one of the most persecuted minorities in the world.
• Rohingya people demand citizenship and the right to live safely in Myanmar.
• Large numbers fled to neighboring countries due to violence and discrimination.

Last verified on 10-03-2026