Explanation

A sessions court in Islamabad found him guilty of rape and handed him 25 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs200,000. The suspect, Zahir Zakir Jaffer, is a dual Pakistani-American citizen and the son of a wealthy businessman, Zakir Jaffer, and Asmat Adamjee. 

Explanation

The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics is a federal agency under the Government of Pakistan commissioned the national statistical services and to provide solid and comprehensive statistical research.

Founded: July 14, 1950

Explanation

Prime Minister Imran Khan's speech at the United Nations General Assembly in 2019 covered:

• Climate Change: Urgent action needed to address the climate crisis.
• Money Laundering: Importance of combating money laundering and corruption.
• Kashmir Issue: Highlighted the situation in Kashmir and called for resolution.
• Myth of Islamic Terrorism: Addressed misconceptions and emphasized distinguishing terrorism from religion.

Explanation

On 1 January 1948, India took the matter to the United Nations Security Council under Article 35 of the UN Charter, which allows the member nations to bring to the attention of the UN matters endangering international peace.

Explanation

The COVID-19 pandemic reached Pakistan in February 2020, with the first case reported on February 26, 2020.

The country subsequently witnessed a rapid spread of the virus.

It leading to a nationwide lockdown and various measures to contain the outbreak.

Explanation

The process of separation of East Pakistan was secretly supported by America.

This sets up a framework for blaming Pakistan’s current problems with the United States as well

In 1971, an internal crisis in Pakistan resulted in a third war between India and Pakistan and the secession of East Pakistan, creating the independent state of Bangladesh.

These events altered the relationship between the United States and the region.

Explanation

Imran Khan became PM: August 2018

Imran Khan removed: 10 April 2022

Explanation

Know everything about Musharraf

Born: Delhi (August 11, 1943)

Graduated: Pakistan Military Academy at Kakul (1964)

Appointed chief of army staff: October 1998

Appointer: Nawaz Sharif

Musharraf became 10th president of Pakistan in 2001 until 2008.

Coup: October 12, 1999 (declared a state of emergency)

In June 2001, Musharraf became the president of Pakistan.

In 2006, Musharraf’s autobiography titled In the Line of Fire was published.

In March 2007, Musharraf suspended then chief justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry.

Musharraf imposed a state of emergency on November 3, 2007.

Resigned from his position of army chief November 2007

Replacer: General Ashfaq Pervaiz Kayani

Musharraf lifted the emergency on December 15, 2007.

In 2010, Musharraf launched his political party — All Pakistan Muslim League (APML).

He flew to Dubai on March 17, 2016

On December 17, 2019, a special court handed Musharraf death sentence in the high treason case (only military ruler to be sentenced to death)

Died: 5 February 2023

Dying place: Dubai, UAE

Disease: amyloidosis

Aged: 79

Buried: Karachi

Explanation

The period of 1954 to 1962 in Pakistan is known as the era of Alliances

An alliance, in international relations, is a formal agreement between two or more states for mutual support in case of war.

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Pakistan – Era Of Alliances (1954 -1962)

Mutual Defense Assistance Agreement (1954)

Pakistan joined SEATO (South East Asian Treaty Organization) in 1954

Colombo Conference (1954)

CENTO (Central Treaty Organization) in 1955.

 Bandung Conference 1955

Explanation

The Fifth Five-Year Plan (1978–83) was an attempt to stabilise the economy and improve the standard of living of the poorest segment of the population.

Increased defense expenditures and a flood of refugees to Pakistan after the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in December 1979, as well as the sharp increase in international oil prices in 1979-80, drew resources away from planned investments .