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Pakistan
Pakistan is an Islamic country in South Asia consisting of four federal territories and four provinces. With an estimated population of 170.6 million as of 2011, Pakistan is the second biggest Islamic population in the world.
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The Indus Valley is located between the nations of Pakistan?
The Indus valley is between Pakistan and India. The Indus river has been a home of civilization since ancient times.
What is the solution for controlling inflation in Pakistan?
Solutions for inflation are,
A. Technological advancement as it will decrease the per unit cost in the country and will support the industries to meet the excess demand pull and cost push problems. That will reduce the inflation in Pakistan.
B. If it is demand pull inflation so Government should charge higher amount of taxes and facilitate more with the help of subsidies to firms by which they could meet up the problems of excessive demand and cost problem. That will also surely help us to solve the Inflation problem in Pakistan.
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Who won the 1965 India-Pakistan war?
The war was fought between the Indian Army and the erstwhile princely state forces opposed by Pak Army , paramilitary and local militias from the NWFP (the Pakistani forces referred to themselves as the Azad Kashmir forces . The princely state forces were unprepared for the initial assault of AZK forces, having been deployed thinly on the borders of the princely state for purposes of maintaining border security and deterring militant activity. The princely state defenses quickly collapsed in the face of the assault, some individuals and units joining the AZK forces.
The initial successes by AZK forces were not vigorously pressed, giving an opportunity for India to airlift its forces into Kashmir after the state had acceded to India.. With Indian reinforcements opposing AZK forces, the offensive ran out of steam towards the end of 1947, except in the High Himalayas sector where AZK forces made substantial progress until they were turned back at the outskirts of Leh in late June 1948. Throughout 1948 many small-scale battles were fought, but none gave a strategic advantage to either side and the fronts gradually solidified along what would became known as the LOC. A formal cease-fire was declared on 31 Dec 48.
Is Pakistan going to survive their financial crisis with respect to the global financial crisis?
I think you are asking Reason of Economic crisis.
1) Electricity, Gas, Water Problems
2) Terrorism
3) Lawlessness
4) Poor Economic Policies like interest rate in double figure.
5) Target Killing in Karachi
What are the most commonly eaten foods in Pakistan?
Pakistani cuisine has Afghan-Turkic-Iranian roots, a legacy of Muslim rule in South Asia, which got 'Indianized' due to the greater usage of spices; this is specially true for Pakistani Punjabis, Sindhis and Muhajirs (also Muslims in India); whereas Pakistani Pashtuns and Baluchese have retained their cuisine similar to our western neighbors. So in a wider sense Pakistani cuisine is a blend of our western (Afghan-Iranian) and eastern (Indian) neighbors, depending on the region and people, of which many have evolved into their own unique distinct characteristics. Meat is a major part of Pakistani diet, whereas vegetables and beans are as important. Wheat is also the main staple of Pakistani diet, whereas rice is also popular. The content of spices can range from very spicy/hot to mild, although spicy/hot seems more popular. In recent times some of the Chinese and American cuisine have also been adopted by a few segments of Pakistani urbanites as well.
Chutney, Tandoori, Rice, Tea, Shakes, Smoothies, Lemonade.
Pepsi Ka Metha is a popular dessert
Pepsi 1 pint
- Caramel 1 packet
- Tea Biscuits 1 packet
- coffee 1 teaspoon
- Whipping cream 2 packet
- Pista 100gm
- kiri cheese 4 pieces
- nestle cream 2 tins
-make a syrup of coffee by adding water
-dip the biscuits in the syrup
-make two layers of biscuits in a dish
-cook the caramel in pepsi
-let the caramel cool for 15 minutes
-pour the caramel on the bisuits layers
-mix the nestle cream,whipping cream and
kirri and ground pistacho and whisk
thoroughly
-pour this mix on the set caramel
-served chilled.
What is the GNP data of Pakistan for last ten years?
i want to know the gnp data of Pakistan last ten years
What is the Pakistan's GDP rate from 1948 - 2008?
In 1960, GDP was $3.71 billion and in 2010, it was $174.8 billion, using official exchange rates.
Economy of Pakistan with its features and problems?
The economy of Pakistan, despite having almost six decades of development planning experience, is yet an under developed economy. In this regard, it has almost all those characteristics, which can also be focused in the other underdeveloped economies of the world. Some of the most prominent characteristics of the economy of Pakistan are of the following nature:
The economy in general is poverty ridden. Poverty is reflected vividly in its low per capita income. Poverty does not reflect only by low per capita income but also by many other indicators; such as poor health, clothing, shelter and lack of education and medical facilities. Majority of the population is living in extremely bad conditions, 60% of population, particularly in rural areas, does not have access to clean drinking water, an more than 30% has no sanitary disapproval facility.
The economy, instead of playing any uniform character in different parts of the country, is playing a dualistic character. In urban areas it is functioning as market economy. Real money and credit money are playing freely their due role. Contrarily, in rural areas it is functioning as a subsistence economy; backward in nature, mainly suitable to agriculture-oriented activities. Barter system is playing a substitute role for monetary system. This dualistic character of the economy is not conducive to healthy economic progress.
According to economic point of view, the economy is backward almost in all its sectors. Agricultural sector, the backbone of the economy, is yet in developing state. Only, so far, service sector has shown reasonable progress. The natural resources sector of the economy is also under-developed for most of the resources are either non-utilized or under-utilized. The contribution of natural resources towards GDP hardly comes to 1.4 %. Country is not deficient in natural resources in the absolute sense.
Who is more powerful Indian navy or Pakistan navy?
Both India and Pakistan have vast armies. Which one is stronger? No one can be sure. If we exclude nuclear arsenal, then India has the upper hand in infantry, artillery (both by number of soldiers and technological support). Pakistan's Navy is far weaker. By air, muscles are to be evaluated carefully, looking for all the parameters.
People of Pakistan fought a civil war in 1971 because?
East Pakistanis increasingly felt that the region was treated mostly as a colony of West Pakistan.
- a person of Indian origin who is ordinarily resident in India for seven years before making application under section 5(1)(a) (throughout the period of twelve months immediately before making application and for six years in the aggregate in the eight years preceding the twelve months).
- a person of Indian origin who is ordinarily resident in any country or place outside undivided India;
- a person who is married to a citizen of India and is ordinarily resident in India for seven years before making an application for registration;
- minor children of persons who are citizens of India;
- a person of full age and capacity whose parents are registered as citizens of India.
- a person of full age and capacity who, or either of his parents, was earlier citizen of independent India, and has been residing in India for one year immediately before making an application for registration;
- a person of full age and capacity who has been registered as an overseas citizen of India for five years, and who has been residing in India for one year before making an application for registration.
What land is Pakistan and India fighting over?
The territory that India and Pakistan has fought over through the years in known as Kashmir. This area is in Kargil area and is controlled by India.
Is westernisation a cultural degradation or enrichment say yes or no?
Westernisation brings about a cultural degradation as a result of the material enrichment and the appreciation for reality it bring with it. this question can not be answered yes or no.
Aims and objective of establishment of Pakistan?
Two-nation theory is the pedestal on which Pakistan came into existence. Though many did not agree with the rationale of the two-nation theory but few could dispute that Pakistan came into existence on its basis. However, what was the real aim of Pakistan. This is disputed and is being debated since its inception by political thinkers and researchers since the day one. In this regard there are mainly two views: One view contends that Pakistan was created for Islam. The other one argue that its purpose was to safeguard the political, religious, cultural as well as economic interests of the Muslims of India.
In simple words the first view is that Pakistan meant to be Islamic state while the other insist that Pakistan was to be a Muslim state. The supporters of the first view base their arguments by referring to the thoughts and concept of Allama Iqbal and some speeches of Quaid-e-Azam and also refer to some well known slogans raised and chanted during the struggle for Pakistan. Likewise they contend that Allama Iqbal, considered as the creator of concept of Pakistan, demanded in his address a separate state for the Muslims of north India so that they could adopt a system according to Islamic laws. About Quaid-e-Azam concepts they refer some of his following like statements
(1) We have to fight a double edged battle, one against the Hindu Congress and the British Imperialists, both of them being capitalists. The Muslims demand Pakistan where they could rule according to their own code of life and according to their own cultural growth, traditions and Islamic laws." (speech at the Frontier Muslim League Conference on November 21, 1945)
(2) In August 1941, Quaid-e-Azam gave an interview to the students of the Osmania University to a question that What are the essential features of religion and a religious state? Quaid-e-Azam said -- that -- In other words, the Islamic state is an agency for enforcement of the Quranic principles and injunctions Similarly they also refer to the slogan--Pakistan Ka Matlab Kia? La Illaha Illa Allah, chanted during Pakistan movement. The contenders of the second view- Muslim state - have their own arguments. Besides other arguments they also quote from different speeches and statements of Quaid-e-Azam to prove that he (Quaid-e-Azam) never meant Pakistan to be a theocratic state. Some of their arguments are as under: 1- If Pakistan was being created for Islam why the religious, political parties and most of the Ulema(religious scholars) opposed it. 2 Quaid-e-Azam and other League leaders were though Muslims but they were all secular regarding politics.
(3) Quaid-e-Azam's well known speech of 11th August, 1947, to the constituent assembly in which he declared that religion has nothing to do with the affairs of the state: "You will find that in course of time Hindus would cease to be Hindus and Muslims would cease to be Muslims, not in the religious sense because that is the personal faith of each individual, but in the political sense as citizens of the state."
(4) The first Law Minister of Pakistan appointed by Quaid-e-Azam was Mundle ,a Hindu. If Quaid-e-Azam meant to make Pakistan a religious state he would have appointed some Muslim scholar instead of him on that very important post Besides the above arguments the supporters of this view also bring forth counter arguments in response to the arguments of the first view. Regarding Allama Iqbal concept they affirm that of course he did talk about Islamic state but he never meant it to be theocratic state if looked in proper context of his thoughts and philosophy. No doubt he dreamt and wished for such independent Muslim state in the Muslim majority areas of India where the Islamic principles and laws may be applied in such way where it should also be compatible with the modern thoughts and requirements. With it they also add, that except some random excellent views and comments, Iqbal had not sorted out a detailed and feasible plan for it at the moment (though he did urge the need for Ijtihad in this regard). As for Quaid-e-Azam's views they argue that of course he too have exalted the great and high principles of Islam and its importance and efficacy in his various statements however this did not mean that he wanted a theocracy.
They contend that his views are quoted without context otherwise his approach was secular and liberal. (Secular does not mean anti-religion as often wrongly understood mainly due to the propaganda of orthodox). They refer to different quotations from the speeches of Quaid-e-Azam which show that his concept of Pakistan was of modern and liberal state. Apart from the above arguments the holders of this stance also bring forth arguments by recounting the political background of Pakistan movement. Allama Iqbal had presented his well known address in 1930 while Muslim League under Jinnah for a long time continued efforts for reaching some sort of arrangement with the Congress and the British government where the political, cultural and economic rights of the Muslims could be given constitutional guarantee.
For this he made many efforts encompassing a whole decade and it was after League and Jinnah become convinced that no such guarantee could be granted then in March 1940 Pakistan resolution was passed which stated that in the light of lot of experience the Muslim League has reached to the conclusion that separate state could be the only solution of Muslims' political problems. Of course on that occasion Jinnah did talk of two nations and elaborated the two-nation theory.
However that did not mean that the demanded state was aimed for Islam. Here it could be further said that if Congress would have not been adamant in granting what the League were demanding then League would have never passed the Lahore resolution. Supporters of this view elaborate that though Muslim League did pass Pakistan Resolution however as politics is the name of seeking different possibilities and politicians have several alternative options so Quaid-e-Azam too as a politician had several options for the protection of Indian Muslims' material interests and preservation of cultural identity. Among which one was through division of India but it was not inflexible. Jinnah continued talks with both British government and Congress leaders, even after the 1940 resolution, for seeking some other constitutional ways of the Indian problem.
It means that Pakistan was not the final and unnegotiable option before League and Jinnah. Similarly League and Jinnah accepted the Cabinet Mission plan in 1946 though it had rejected the demand for Pakistan and instead a sort of loose federation or say confederation was proposed. The acceptance of that plan by League and Jinnah meant that creation of separate state was not their main and ultimate demand. As in the Cabinet Mission plan Muslims could have got the safeguards of their rights for which they were demanding since long so League accepted it. The arrogant and imposing attitude of Nehru and Patel and the prejudiced policy of Congress regarding the plan compelled Jinnah to withdraw his earlier acceptance of the plan, otherwise India would not have been divided. (A prominent Indian politician Jaswant Singh has also said that in his book - Jinnah, Partition and Independence.)
The positive response of Jinnah regarding the Cabinet Mission plan shows that if the establishment of Islamic state was his basic aim he would have been totally adamant for exclusively independent Muslim state and would never have shown any elasticity. About the Islamic factor in the movement they (adherents of this stance) are of the view that the slogan of Islam raised during the movement of Pakistan was, in the first place, not the official slogan of Muslim League or Quaid-e-Azam nor the top leaders of the movement raised it, rather it was being chanted by the workers at the lower level and secondly it was just for motivating the Muslim masses and mustering their support while basic end was protection of political, cultural and economic interests of the Muslims of north India. According to them if some sections of the League adopted the slogan of Islam for its movement it was justified and was a proper approach seen in the context of the situation of that time. They argue that raising of such slogan was aimed for the success of such movement which had a very great objective.
Political system of Pakistan and Jinnah's observation about Islamic principles. Regarding the statements of Jinnah about the Islamic principles in the constitutional and political system of Pakistan the supporters of the later viewpoint (modern Muslim state) argue that in political affairs his approach was of course, that of secular and liberal politician while with this he was a Muslim too. Though Quaid-e-Azam never claimed nor thought himself of any saintliness or holiness, but as common and simple Muslim he was fighting for the rights of Muslims of India with all sincerity which even his worst but honest opponents cannot deny. It was due to his being Muslim that he considered Muslims as separate nation and who had different interests from those of Hindus - and because of it he was holder of the two-nation theory What Quaid-e-Azam thought about the lofty principles no believing Muslim can disagree with. About the Islamic ideal and principles, in particular those related with social economic aspects, his observations were that it were not only fully compatible with the modern world but in several respects were also more better and suitable compared to western ones.
Here it need to be mentioned that his approach towards religion was different from that of the orthodox religious class, who mainly confine Islam to the petty Fiqi issues or hadood laws or insist only in its form. For Quaid-e-Azam, the spirit of Islam was of real importance. In this regard his views were in line with that of Iqbal, though he was not scholar of Iqbal's caliber however the source of his Islamic insight was, besides his own personal reading, the views of Allama Iqbal and some other enlightened scholars. In line with his distinctive solemnity he sincerely believed that Islamic ideals and principles, in particular those related with the socio and economic aspects and rule of justice etc had great value and importance so he earnestly thought that these principles and ideals must be guiding source for the constitutional set up of Pakistan. In a broadcast to the people of United States of America (Feb 1948) what Quaid-e-Azam stated showed that on the one hand he was totally against the theocracy while along with it he was in favour of utilising the lofty values and principles in the constitutional set up of Pakistan. He said: "There will be no type of theocracy in Pakistan in which government is handed over to clergy proclaiming to be the divine mission". Next he stated that "the Constitution of Pakistan is yet to be framed by the Pakistan Constituent Assembly. I do not know what the ultimate shape of this Constitution will be, but I am sure that it will be of the democratic type, embodying the essential principles of Islam. Today they are as applicable in actual life as they were 1300 years ago. Islam and its idealism have taught us democracy. It has taught equality of man, justice and fair play to everybody.
We are the inheritors of these glorious traditions, and are fully alive to our responsibilities and obligations as the framers of the future Constitution of Pakistan." In support of it his such thoughts the opinion of Fatima Jinnah is also referred. In her book Memories of Fatima Jinnah Mrs. Sorayya Khurshid quote Fatima Jinnah as follows - "Ms Jinnah believed Jinnah stood for Islamic socialism and wanted the Constitution framed on those lines and didn't like feudalism (p.63). Similarly at another place the author stated about her views thus: About artists she said: 'I feel they will not be treated well here. Some people want to colour Pakistan with Mullaism by hook or by crook although the Pakistan Movement mentioned only Islamic socialism' (p125). In short the approach of Quaid-e-Azam, according to this point of view, was basically secular and was against Mullaism. However as a balanced and realistic person he did believe in the importance and utility of many Islamic ideals and values particularly in the context of Muslim culture and belief so he could never ignore or set aside them.
Most of the thinkers support this stance. In their opinion the concept of both Iqbal and Jinnah was that guidance should be taken from the great values and essential principles of DEEN however its leadership should never be in the hands of clergy. It is one of misfortunes that most of Pakistan Muslims think that only the traditional religious class can be the interpreters of Islamic teachings. And another misfortune of Pakistan was that the then religious leaders did prevail when the constitution was being made and under their pressure Objective resolution was passed which in the course of time has been exploited both by the religious and the ruling junta for their own vested and short-term political interests. It is said that if Jinnah were alive at that time he could have found a way out of it In conclusion it could reasonably be supposed that Pakistan was mainly created for the rights of Muslim as last option.
Religion, mainly as in its civilization status also worked as one of the motivating factors in this struggle. Though religion as understood and preached by Mullahs was never the aim of Quaid-e-Azam however in spite of all his secularism he was also not averse to the Ideals of Islam - It is reasonably supposed that had he been alive for some time he would have recommended such set-up for Pakistan where both the Islamic ideals and modern thoughts essential for progress would have been fully accommodated and Pakistan would have been such a modern welfare Muslim state which would have been secular and also the bearer of moral and spiritual culture.
How can girls join Pakistan army after graduation?
Girls can join Pakistan armies after graduation. If your age is less than 25 and you fulfill all requirements, you will have to go through academic, physical and intelligence tests and if you qualify you can get considered for educational, engineering, intelligence and various other fields.
What are main causes of recession in Pakistan?
Due to corruption of political leaders and ignorance of people about their rights and duties in nation.These are the major cause of recession in PAKISTAN.............
Which best describes the split between India and Pakistan?
nobody actually divided india. Today's Pakistan had predominantly indo-aryan population who were Muslim by faith. so they were a few separate regional ethnic groups from very long ago.It just happened during British era as religious clashes became all time high at that time.
What is the current rate of inflation in Pakistan as of 2012?
artments > Bureau of Statistics > NWFP >Inflation Rates in Pakistan,1990-91 to 2007-08
YearConsumer Price Index (CPI) at 2000-01 Base = 100Inflation Rate (Based on CPI)1990-9143.2012.661991-9247.4110.581992-9352.079.831993-9457.9411.271994-9565.4813.021995-9672.5510.791996-9781.1111.801997-9887.457.811998-9992.465.741999-0095.783.582000-01100.004.412001-02103.543.542002-03106.753.102003-04111.634.572004-05121.989.282005-06131.647.922006-07141.877.77(July - April)2006-07141.237.892007-08155.7410.30
SOURCE:Economic Survey of Pakistan,2007-08
What is quantity of Pakistan army?
PERSONNEL
Total Population: 172,800,048 [2008]
Population Available: 82,747,782 [2008]
Fit for Military Service: 63,822,970 [2008]
Reaching Military Age Annually: 3,998,981 [2008]
Active Military Personnel: 650,000 [2008]
Active Military Reserve: 528,000 [2008]
Active Paramilitary Units: 302,000 [2008]
ARMY
Total Land-Based Weapons: 3,919
Tanks: 2,461 [2004]
Armored Personnel Carriers: 1,146 [2004]
Towed Artillery: 3,952 [2001]
Self-Propelled Guns: 260 [2004]
Multiple Rocket Launch Systems: 52 [2004]
Mortars: 2,350 [2004]
Anti-Tank Guided Weapons: 12,329 [2004]
Anti-Aircraft Weapons: 1,900 [2004]
NAVY
Total Navy Ships: 33
Merchant Marine Strength: 14 [2008]
Major Ports and Harbors: 2
Aircraft Carriers: 0 [2008]
Destroyers: 0 [2008]
Submarines: 11 [2004]
Frigates: 9 [2008]
Patrol & Coastal Craft: 8 [2008]
Mine Warfare Craft: 3 [2008]
Amphibious Craft: 0 [2008]
AIR FORCE
Total Aircraft: 710 [2004]
Helicopters: 198 [2003]
Serviceable Airports: 146 [2007]
FINANCES (USD)
Defense Budget: $4,260,000,000 [2006]
Foreign Exch. & Gold: $15,690,000,000 [2007]
Purchasing Power: $411,900,000,000 [2007]
OIL
Oil Production: 62,000 bbl/day [2007]
Oil Consumption: 345,000 bbl/day [2005]
Proven Oil Reserves: 376,800,000 bbl [2007]
LOGISTICAL
Labor Force: 48,230,000 [2007]
Roadways: 259,758 km
Railways: 8,163 km
GEOGRAPHIC
Waterways: 25,220 km
Coastline: 1,046 km
Square Land Area: 803,940 km
Who is the Most corrupted person in Pakistan?
I won't name anyone but according to the corruption charges and their criminal activities all of them are very good at it. Imran Khan is the only political leader of Pakistan who doesn't have any such accusations.
Find out and list the raw materials that pakistan import for its industries?
iron steel laminates aluminum
What was the relation between Quaid-e-Azam and Gandhi?
Love and Hate. Initially they were friends and even Gandhi named Muhammad Ali Jinnah as Quaid e Azam (Great Leader) and he wanted him to be first prime minister of India but there were so many complications that it was not possible at the time. Thanks
When was computers came into Pakistan?
Its' almost 35 years since the computers first came to Pakistan when certain banks PIA and WAPDA installed computers at their head offices. During 1970's and early 80's import of computers was banned and one could not import a computer without the special import license of the Ministry of Commerce. The restriction was eased in mid 80's when the import of computer was put on free list. The import duties were also reduced and subsequently removed. In the 90's the market was flooded with low cost user friendly PC's that did not require rigid operating environments. This resulted in sharp increase in the number of computers imported and installed. As a result of the government's liberal policies, this increase became exponential both in the government as well as private sector. In March last year, the government decided to set up the IT & Telecom Division to provide a focal point for IT at federal level and Prof. Dr. Atta ur Rehman was appointed the Minister for Science & Technology. Since then as we all know tremendous development activity has taken place in the IT Sector in Pakistan.
