Explanation

• Junagadh State had a Hindu majority population.

Religion (approx.):

• Hindus: ~80%+ (majority)
• Muslims: minority

Ruler: Nawab Muhammad Mahabat Khanji III

• Location: Kathiawar region, Gujarat (India)
• Issue: Accession dispute in 1947

Last verified on 25-04-2026

Explanation

• The first Constitution of Pakistan was enforced on 23 March 1956.
• It was framed under the Indian Independence Act, 1947, which provided legal authority to Pakistan after independence.
• It replaced the Government of India Act, 1935 as the interim constitutional framework.

Additional information:

• The 1956 Constitution introduced a parliamentary system in Pakistan.
• Iskander Mirza was the first President under the 1956 Constitution.

Last verified on 12-05-2026

Explanation

• The “Quit India” Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi against British rule.
• It was announced on 8 August 1942 at the All India Congress Committee session in Bombay.
• The slogan of the movement was “Do or Die”.
• Key leaders arrested: Gandhi, Nehru, Congress leaders
• Mass arrests: 9 August 1942
• Movement type: Mass civil disobedience
• Goal: End British colonial rule

Last verified on 09-06-2026

Explanation

• The 1956 Constitution of Pakistan abolished the Monarchy system.
• It officially ended the British monarch’s role as head of state.
• Pakistan adopted a republic system with a President instead of a King or Queen.
• The Governor-General post was also replaced by the President.

Additional information:

• Constitution enforced: 23 March 1956
• First Islamic Republic declared: Pakistan
• First President: Iskander Mirza
• System introduced: Parliamentary republic framework

Last verified on 09-06-2026

Explanation

• In 1961, President Ayub Khan promulgated the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance in Pakistan.
• Focus Areas: Marriage, divorce, polygamy, inheritance
• Purpose: Social and legal reform in family system

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

• Official Adoption: 16 August 1954
• Tune Composer: Ahmad G. Chagla (1949)
• Official Urdu lyrics were written by Hafeez Jalandhari (1952)
• Duration: About 80 seconds
• Words: 48 words, 15 lines
• First played on the radio: August 13, 1954

Last updated NA on 10-09-2026

Explanation

• Launch Date: August 2012
• Introduced by: National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA)
• Type: Smart National Identity Card (SNIC)
• Feature: Embedded chip with biometric security

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

• The main challenge in Pakistan–US relations is lack of trust (Trust deficit).
• Relations have often fluctuated between cooperation and tension.
• Key issues include security concerns and regional politics.

Additional information:

• Pakistan joined SEATO – 1954
• Pakistan joined CENTO – 1955
• US-Pak alliance strengthened during Soviet-Afghan War – 1979–1989
• Post 9/11 cooperation in counterterrorism – 2001 onwards

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

• India took the Kashmir issue to the United Nations on January 1, 1948.
• This move was made under Article 35 of the UN Charter.
• It allows member states to bring situations that could endanger international peace to the Security Council's attention.

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

Last verified on 06-06-2026