Pakistan Studies

King Porus was the ruler of the kingdom located between the rivers Jhelum and Chenab during the time of Alexander the Great's invasion. He is historically known for his battle against Alexander at the Battle of the Hydaspes (Jhelum River).

Simli Dam is built on the Kurang River in Pakistan. Therefore, option B is correct, not D (Soan River).

Sindh was annexed by the British East India Company on 17 February 1843 following the Battle of Miani, making option B the correct date.

The Pakistan National Alliance (PNA), formed in 1977, was a coalition of 9 opposition parties initially, but later sources commonly cite it as comprising 13 parties. The most widely accepted figure is 13 parties, making option C correct.

Urdu was declared the national language of Pakistan in the 1956 Constitution, which was the first constitution of Pakistan. Although Pakistan was created in 1947, Urdu was not officially designated as the national language until 1956.

The shrines of Shah Rukn Aalam, Shah Shams, and Mai Maharban are all located in Multan, which is known as the City of Saints in Pakistan.

Pakistan's independence was first announced through Radio Karachi on August 14, 1947. Karachi was the capital of Pakistan at the time, and the announcement was broadcast from there, making option C correct.

Shah Jehan is known as the 'Master Builder' because of his extensive architectural contributions, including the construction of the Taj Mahal and other significant Mughal structures.

The Pakistan National Alliance (PNA) was formed in 1977 as a coalition of opposition parties against the government of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, aiming to challenge his rule and demand his resignation.

Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy and the last Governor-General of British India, overseeing the transition of British India to independence in 1947.