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Afghanistan

The landlocked Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is one of China's central Asian neighbors. The country remains a mystery despite its critical historical role in East-West overland trade. Contributors typically ask about the country's ancient past, dominant Islamic religion, troubled politics, undeveloped socioeconomics, and vast mineral resources.

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How many troops were sent to Afghanistan?

In 2001 USA invaded Afghanistan there were just about 500 00 but they came more because Talibans came back and fought against foreign troops but now in 2011 there are 500 000 soldiers

What are the most common foods in Afghanistan?

Known as the dastarkhan or sofrah, the table spread is an important expression of culture in Afghanistan. Regardless of economic status, creating an adequate destarkhan is important to any family, especially when having guests. A large cloth will most likely be spread over a traditional rug in the living area or on a formal dining table. Most likely a young member of the family will present a "aftabah WA lagan", a copper basin and elaborate pot filled with water for the household to wash their hands in. He or she will go around the destarkhan to each member, pour water over the hands. Soap is provided, as is a drying cloth. The destarkhan is then dutifully filled with breads, accompaniments, relishes, appetizers, main courses, salads, rice, and fruits. Arrangement of foods is important when having guests; they must have easy access to the specialty foods. Young children are taught how to spread a good destarkhan and will be busy helping their parents.

For what is Afghanistan well known?

The most famous person in Afghanistan is Ahmad Shah Abdali Durrani.

The most famous fruit in Afghanistan is Afghan Tut or Afghan(strawberry).

The most famous place in Afghanistan is Kandahar.

and there are more many famous things in Afghanistan

What country is next to Afghanistan?

Afghanistan shares borders with Iran, Pakistan, China, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.

Is there a peaceful way to change the government?

The process of rebellion can be peaceful. But the intention of a peaceful rebellion means nothing if government does not submit to the verbal will of the electorate.

The only way to change the government in a democracy is to convince the majority of the people to support the change. When change is enforced against their will, the populace eventually comes into conflict with the government, peacefully or otherwise.
Most governments are changed peacefully. Many of those by way of elections. There could be nasty arguments and some noise. But that's not war.

Which country borders Iran Tajikistan Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan?

Afghanistan is the country that borders Iran, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

Specifically, Afghanistan shares its western border with Iran. It shares its northern border with Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. It shares its southern border with Pakistan.

Additionally, eastern Afghanistan borders Azad Kashmir. Northeastern Afghanistan also borders China.

Why did the U S invade Afghanistan?

Usually with a question this nebulous, it would be impossible to answer it. However, interestingly enough, the upwards of 15 invasions of Afghanistan (excepting the US invasion in 2001) were all reasoned on account of its strategic position. (There was never a desire to hold Afghanistan for its people, resources, or for religious reasons.)

The Strategic Rationale: Afghanistan is well placed at the crossroads of 4 major regions/empires: Persia in the West, China in the East, Russia/Soviet Union in the North, and India/Pakistan in the South. As a result of its central location and relatively good defensibility (Afghanistan is very mountainous), many different leaders wanted to conquer it to use its territory to conquer another one of Afghanistan's more desirable neighbors.

The United States Invasion: The US Invasion of Afghanistan in 2001 was to hunt down the terrorists responsible for the events of 9-11 (Al-Qaeda and its affiliates) and the regime that protected them.

Which mountain pass links peshawar and jalalabad?

The Khyber Pass links Peshawar, Pakistan with Jalalabad, Afghanistan.

Why did US become involved in Afghanistan?

The Taliban government in Afghanistan supported global terrorism

What colors does the Afghanistan flag have?

It's divided into three vertical sections, coloured Black Red & green from the flagpole end.

How do the most people of Afghanistan earn a living?

Most of the people in the countries of South Asia make a living by farming.

What do people do for fun in Afghanistan?

I know they did kite running until the Taliban stopped it. If they are free from the Taliban now, I don't know.

Who was the President of Afghanistan in 2002?

Nur Muhammad Taraki was the President of Afghanistan at the start of 1979 to September 14.

Hafizullah Amin was the President of Afghanistan from September 14 to December 27.

Babrak Karmal was the President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from December 27.

Taraki was the Chairman of the Presidium of the Revolutionary Council from 1978 April 30 to 1979 September 14. Due to socialistic land reforms pushed during his presidency, a popular uprising took place causing conflict among the ruling council. He was eventually assassinated by Hafizullah Amin, who succeeded him as president.

Hafizullah Amin ascended to power after Taraki's assassination. However, he was unpopular with the Soviets, who attempted to assassinate him multiple times. Eventually they suceeded and replaced Amin with Karmal.

Babrak Karmal was the Chairman of the Presidium of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from 1979 December 27 to 1986 November 24. The Soviet backed Karmal attempted several reforms to attempt to unify the nation. These included promoting Parchamites in the government and military to the chagrin of the Khalqis, changing the flag from it's red factional incarnation to a more traditional black, red and green flag, and implementing "Fundamental Principles" such as the right to free speech and proper criminal trials, changes started under Amin. However, continued civil war with no results led to the Soviets gradually withdrawing support in the face of such results. Karmal was eventually forced to resign on 1986 November 24.

Is Arabic spoken in Afghanistan?

The National Language of Afghanistan is Pashto also called Pakhtu, Afghani according to the ethics groups of Afghanistan More than 42-60% population of Afghanistan is Pashtun which there native Language is Pashto .during the 1934 Pashto become National Language of Afghanistan, the National Anthem is in Pashto Language all the Gov documents are been wrote in Pashto the army language is in pashto .

and Afghanistan have two Official Language

1 Pashto also called Afghani and Pakhtu

2 is Dari also called Afghani Persian

and other language which spoke in Afghanistan is

Uzbeki

Hazarage

Aimaq

Nuristani

Pamiri

Turkmani

Pashaye

Balochi

etc......

a small groups speck this languages in Afghanistan , and also the dari become Official Language because of this Native which most of them can't understand Pashto but they can Understan dari ,

Dari or Persian.
There are two primary languages in fact. Pashto and Dari are the two official languages of Afghanistan.
Pashto and Dari both are primary and official languages of Afghanistan.
Dari Farsi is the first language in Afghanistan. Morthan 65% of Afghanistan's population speaks Dari Farsi and it is the native language for 60% 0f Afghans. Dari Farsi language is much popular in almost 30 provinces in Afghanistan.Tajiks, Hazarahs and Aimaks are the Nations that speak Dari Farsi. Dari Farsi is a famous language in all of the world and it is a rich Language according to its vocabulary which has morthan 20 millions words. Farsi is also spoken in Iran and Tajikistan.

Pashto is the second language in Afghanistan which is spoken by almost 32% of people and it is popular in some provinces in south and east of Afghanistan and some parts of Pkistan.
Pashto is an official language of Afghanistan. See the related question below.
Pashtu
Most Afghani languages are written with the Arabic alphabet, particularly Pashto and Dari.
Official Languages : Pashto , Dari (Persian) also know as Farsi in East.
Persian , the same as Iranian.
Pashto, Dari (Persian).
The two major languages spoken in Afghanistan are Dari and Pashto, although both Turkmen and Uzbek also have a decent number of speakers.
Afghani
afghan
Persian and Pashto,also known as Afghani

How do you say my name is in Pashto and Dari?

Pashto = څنگه يې؟ (ta sanga yee?)

Dari = من خوبم ممنون، شما چطوريد؟ (man khubam mamnun, shoma chetorid?)

When did Afghanistan became an official member of SAARC?

Afghanistan was admitted as a member of the United Nations on November 19, 1946. The country is officially named the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Where is Afghanistan?

Location of AfghanistanAfghanistan is located in south-central Asia. According to Columbia Encyclopedia, "Afghanistan is bordered by Iran on the west, by Pakistan on the east and south, and by Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan on the north; a narrow strip, the Vakhan (Wakhan), extends in the northeast along Pakistan to the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China."

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What is Afghanistan's national passion?

From old times Afghanistan national support was wrestling

But now Afghanistan famous sports are :

- Cricket

- Football

- volleyball

- Teckwondo

- Boxing

- Boys-cling

- Swim

- Bodybuilding

- (Local sport)

How long does it take to get to Afghanistan from South Carolina?

The average flight time is 15 hours, 26 minutes.

This is only an approximation and flight times are likely to vary. Your airline will provide you with a flight time when you book a flight.

Can you List out the Hospitals in Afghanistan?

Shino Zada Hospital020-230-1433/34, 070-218-001 (cell) or 020-230-1785 (landline)CURE International Hospital93-0-799 - 88-3830German Medical Diagnostic Centre Services0799-136-211/Tel: 0799-136-210KIA ISAF Role 3 Hospital0798-482-174Maiwand Hospital020-210-0447Jamhoriat Hospital020-220-1375Indira Ghandi Children Hospital020-230-1372Ataturk Children's Hospital020 - 2500312, 079-034-242, 079-319-217Dr. Salam Aziz Dental Clinic0700-291-315Blossom Health Care Centre070 235 065ROSHAN Clinic93 799 972 439, 93 799 993 400

What type of government do Afghanistan have monarchy or democracy?

Afghanistan had a democracy for a long time.

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How much opium does Afghanistan export?

Just enough for your American government to take advantage of Afghanistans current war status.

What are the states in Afghanistan?

There are three regions in Afghanistan that are split into sub-regions. Northern Afghanistan is split into the sub-regions of North Eastern Afghanistan and North Western Afghanistan. Central Afghanistan is split into the sub-regions Eastern Afghanistan, Central Afghanistan, and Western Afghanistan. The region of Southern Afghanistan is split into the sub-regions South Eastern Afghanistan, and South Western Afghanistan.