Pakistan Quiz

Pakistan shares its longest border with which country?

• India

• China

• Iran

• Afghanistan

Answer explanation

To Pakistan's east is India, which has a 2,912 km border with Pakistan. To its west is Iran, which has a 909 km border with Pakistan. To Pakistan's northwest lies Afghanistan, with a shared border of 2,430 km. China is towards the northeast and has a 523 km border with Pakistan.

Which famous fruit is Sargodha in Pakistan known for producing in abundance?

• Mango

• Orange

• Apple

• Banana

Answer explanation

Officially recognized as the national fruit of both India and Pakistan, it is known as the “king of fruit” in both countries, as well as being the national tree of Bangladesh.

Which of the following landmarks in Pakistan was once the tallest building in the British Empire?

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Answer explanation

Minar-e-Pakistan is a national monument located in Lahore, Pakistan, and holds great historical significance as it commemorates the location where the Lahore Resolution was passed

Which of the following cities is known as the "City of Lights" in Pakistan?

• Lahore

• Islamabad

• Karachi

• Peshawar

Answer explanation

Karachi, once the capital of Pakistan, is the country's largest city and its main commercial and financial center

Who was the iconic leader and founder of Pakistan?

• Muhammad Ali Jinnah

• Allama Iqbal

• Liaquat Ali Khan

• Imran Khan

Which Pakistani city is famous for its elaborate truck art?

• Karachi

• Lahore

• Islamabad

• Peshawar

Which is the second highest peak in the world located in Pakistan?

• Mount Everest

• K2

• Kangchenjunga

• Lhotse

Answer explanation

K2, also known as Mount Godwin-Austen or Chhogori, is the second-highest mountain in the world, after Mount Everest. It reaches an impressive elevation of 8,611 meters (28,251 feet) above sea level. K2 is located on the China-Pakistan border, within the Karakoram Range, and is part of the greater Himalayan range.

Where is the world’s second-largest salt mine located in Pakistan?

• Khewra

• Chagai

• Sui

• Thar

Answer explanation

The world's second-largest salt mine is located in Khewra, PakistanKhewra is renowned for housing the second-largest salt mine in the world, the Khewra Salt Mines.

What is the national sport of Pakistan?

• Cricket

• Hockey

• Polo

• Squash

Answer explanation

Hockey is Pakistan's national sport and has been a source of national pride due to the country's historical success in international competitions.

What popular national Pakistani game is often played with intense fervor during a special annual festival in Gilgit-Baltistan?

• Cricket

• Kabbadi

• Polo

• Kho Kho