Urdu Se English
Translate: “Har pal ek nayi dastaan hai.”
“Every moment is a new story.”
What is the capital of Bangladesh?
Dhaka
What mountain range lies in northern Pakistan?
Himalayas / Karakoram / Hindu Kush
Which country is called the “world’s factory” for electronics?
China
Who wrote Harry Potter?
J.K. Rowling
Translate: “Woh raah pe chal raha hai jise hum dekh nahin sakte.”
“He walks on a path we cannot see.”
What is the name of the Pakistani constitution adopted in 1973?
Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973
Name a UNESCO heritage site in Pakistan.
Mohenjo-Daro, Taxila, Walled City of Lahore, Rohtas Fort
What is “Brexit”?
The UK’s exit from the European Union
Who painted Starry Night?
Vincent van Gogh
Translate: “Woh aasman jisko chhoona chaha, zameen ne rok diya.”
“The sky I wanted to touch was blocked by earth.”
Name a major political party other than PTI, PML-N, PPP.
MQM, JUI, Jamaat-e-Islami, etc.
Which pass is the highest paved in Pakistan linking to China?
Khunjerab Pass
What is the “Belt and Road Initiative”?
China’s infrastructure / economic corridor project across many countries
What is the longest river in the world?
Nile
Translate: “Dil ka har kona kahaniyan chupaye baitha hai.”
“Every corner of the heart hides stories.”
What is the significance of “Article 6” in the Pakistani constitution?
Deals with treason and prohibits acts of secession, overthrowing the constitution
What is the National Games of Pakistan?
A multi-sport national competition, held among provinces etc.
What is the Schengen Area in Europe?
A zone of passport-free travel among participating European countries
Japan
Translate: “Jo lafz dil se nikalte hain, wo barood se tez hote hain.”
“Words that emerge from the heart are sharper than gunpowder.”
What is “Articles 58-2(b)” and its use historically?
Presidential power to dissolve National Assembly; used by presidents to dismiss governments
What is the significance of the Indus Water Treaty to Pakistan’s agriculture?
Allocates river water between India & Pakistan, essential for irrigation & water security
Which countries form the G7?
Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, USA
What is the Faraday cage principle used for?
Shielding electronics from external electric fields