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• The Pakistan Navy took charge of the Combined Task Force 151 (CTF-151) from Turkiye.
• It was held on January 22, 2025
• At the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)
• It was established on 12 January 2009
• As a response to piracy attacks in Somalia,

Last updated question by NS on 11 May 2026

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• The Pakistan–Iran border lies in the Balochistan province of Pakistan.
• It separates Pakistan’s Balochistan from Iran’s Sistan and Balochestan region.
• The border is about 909 km long.

Last verified on 10-05-2026

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• The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) was passed in Pakistan in 2016.
• It is an Act to prevent cyber crimes in Pakistan.
• Enacted by: National Assembly of Pakistan.
• Assented to by: 1 August 2016.
• Signed by: Mamnoon Hussain.

Last verified on 10-05-2026

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• Phase I of CPEC = Energy + Infrastructure
• CPEC Phase II (2021–2025/2030) = Industry, agriculture, and SEZ development
• Phase II is often described as aligning with Pakistan’s "5Es Framework"
• Export,
• E-Pakistan,
• Environment,
• Energy,
• Equity

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

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• Under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework:
• This was approved in the 6th Joint Cooperation Committee (JCC) meeting in December 2016
• Total of nine Special Economic Zones (SEZs) were originally agreed upon for development across Pakistan
• Allama Iqbal (Punjab),
• Rashakai (KP),
• Dhabeji (Sindh),
• Bostan (Balochistan),
• Mohmand (ex-FATA),
• Moqpondass (GB),
• Mirpur (AJ&K),
• ICT Model (Islamabad),
• PSM Land (Karachi).
• Four (04) primary SEZs being prioritized for fast-track development
• Allama Iqbal,
• Rashakai,
• Dhabeji,
• Bostan

Additional information 

• As of January 2026, the number of approved Special Economic Zones under CPEC Phase 2.0 has increased to 44.

Last updated question NS on 09 MAY 2026

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• CPEC connects Gwadar Port in Pakistan with Kashgar in China’s Xinjiang region.
• The project was initiated in 2013.
• It was formally launched in April 2015.
• CPEC is part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
• Initial estimated investment was about $46 billion.

Last verified on 09-05-2026

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• Pakistan’s geo-strategic importance comes from its location at the crossroads of South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East.

• It provides access to warm waters through the Arabian Sea.

• It connects landlocked Central Asian countries with global trade routes.

• Its location makes it important for regional trade, security, and energy routes.

• Major international projects like CPEC highlight this importance.

Last verified on 09-05-2026

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• Himalayas are divided into Outer, Lesser, and Greater Himalaya.
• Outer Himalaya is also called Siwalik Range.
• Indus River passes near Attock Gorge.
• Pamir Knot is a major mountain junction in Central Asia.
• Northern Pakistan has complex mountain systems connected to Himalayas.

Last verified on 08-05-2026

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• Pakistan’s ports have high strategic importance due to their location on the Arabian Sea.
• They connect Pakistan with major international sea trade routes.
• This access supports trade, energy supply, and economic growth.
• Ports like Karachi and Gwadar play a key role in regional connectivity.
• The real strength comes from access to global maritime routes.

Last verified on 08-05-2026