The Urdu alphabet consists of 37 basic letters. It is based on the Persian script, which itself is an extension of the Arabic script, with additional letters to represent sounds specific to Indo-Aryan languages.
2002
What was the primary demand of the Hindu leaders during the 1867 agitation against Urdu?
Hindu leaders demanded that Hindi, written in the Devanagri script, should replace Urdu (written in the Persian script) as the official and national language, arguing that it was the indigenous language of the majority.
2003
In which year did the British Government introduce Urdu as an official language in the subcontinent?
In 1832, the British East India Company replaced Persian with Urdu as the official language of the lower courts and administration in northern India, acknowledging Urdu's widespread use and popularity.
2004
Urdu is described as an 'amalgamation' of which group of languages?
Urdu developed as a synthetic language, drawing its vocabulary and grammar from Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and the local Hindi (Khari Boli) dialects spoken around Delhi and the northern plains.
2005
Which of these was the capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar?
Fatehpur Sikri served as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1571 to 1585. Akbar built this city to honor the Sufi saint Shaikh Salim Chishti, who had correctly predicted the birth of his son. The city is famous for its unique blend of Persian and Indian architectural styles.
2006
Which province is known as the 'Land of Five Rivers'?
The name 'Punjab' is derived from the Persian words 'Panj' (five) and 'Ab' (water), meaning 'Land of Five Rivers.' The five rivers are the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej, which irrigate the province's fertile plains.
2007
What is the strategic importance of Pakistan's location?
Pakistan's location is highly strategic because it provides the shortest sea route to landlocked Central Asia, is close to the energy-rich Persian Gulf, and sits at the intersection of major regional powers.
2008
Which of the following neighbors has the largest population?
As of recent demographic data (2023/2024), India has surpassed China to become the most populous neighbor of Pakistan and the most populous country in the world.
2009
With the decline of Portuguese power, which European power captured Ormuz (Hormuz) in the Persian Gulf from them in 1622?
The English East India Company, in alliance with the Persian forces of Shah Abbas, captured the strategic fortress of Ormuz from the Portuguese in 1622.
2010
Which sphere saw record renewable additions in 2024 per REN21 GSR 2025?
The >700 GW added were overwhelmingly in electricity generation capacity. ([REN21](https://www.ren21.net/gsr-2025/downloads/pdf/go/GSR_2025_GO_2025_Full_Report.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com "RENEWABLES 2025 GLOBAL STATUS REPORT"))
