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The Shimla Agreement was signed after the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971.

It was signed on July 2, 1972, following the war and the subsequent creation of Bangladesh.

The agreement aimed to establish a path toward durable peace between India and Pakistan. 

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In February 2025, the federal government of Pakistan merged the Ministry of Aviation into the Ministry of Defence as part of a rightsizing initiative aimed at reducing state expenditures and improving efficiency. 

This restructuring led to the abolition of the standalone Ministry of Aviation, with its functions and responsibilities now falling under the purview of the Ministry of Defence.

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HEC was established in 2002, replacing the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman was the first chairman of HEC.

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According to the Economic Survey 2023-24, Pakistan's per capita income increased to $1,680, up from $1,551 the previous year. 

This 8.3% rise was attributed to improved economic activity and a stable exchange rate.

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Hinna Rabbi Khar belongs: Muzaffargarh district (party PPP).

Hinna Rabbi Khar appointed first woman foreign minister: 2011 (during PPP government)

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The Office of Wafaqi Mohtasib was established on 24 January 1983 under President's Order No. 1 of 1983.

It was formed by President Zia-ul-Haq to address public complaints against government maladministration.

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On 15 April 2025, the Judicial Commission of Pakistan nominated Justice Ali Baqar Najafi of the Lahore High Court for elevation to the Supreme Court.

The decision was made by a majority vote of the Commission's total membership.

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Qasim Suri became Deputy Speaker National Assembly: August 2018

Qasim Suri Belongs: PTI (Balochistan)

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Jogendra Nath Mandal was the first federal law minister of Pakistan.

He was appointed to the position in 1947.

He played a significant role in the early governance of the country.

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According to the Free and Fair Election Network (FAFEN), the voter turnout in the February 8, 2024 general elections was 47.6%, a decrease from 52.1% in 2018.

Despite the percentage drop, the absolute number of voters increased, with approximately 60.6 million people casting their votes, compared to 54.8 million in 2018.

The decline in turnout percentage is attributed to a significant increase in the number of registered voters, which rose from 106 million in 2018 to 128.6 million in 2024.