This post analyzes the problems related to health, agriculture, and the environment caused by pollution. What is pollution? The term ‘pollution’ refers to the addition of unwanted substances to the environment which cause an imbalance in the environment. Problems caused by Pollution There are three main types of pollution i.e. air, water, and air pollution….
This post discusses the important factors which influence the climate of Pakistan and shape what it is. Background The climate of Pakistan varies from one place to another. There are four main types of climate in the country i.e. highland climate, low land climate, arid climate, and coastal climate. There are a number of…
This article discusses the significance of trade and commerce activities for a nation. What are trade and commerce? The term trade refers to the exchange of goods and services whereas the term commerce refers to a set of factors that make trade happen. These factors include transportation, publicity, and the government’s trade policies. What is…
This post discusses the problems caused by the economic disparity in Pakistan. i.e. provincialism, terrorism, illiteracy, dual and low-quality education, compromised health. The term ‘economic disparity’ refers to the difference in economic status and living standard of people, groups of people, people of different provinces, districts, etc. The economic disparity also exists on basis of…
There are approximately 70 languages spoken in different regions in Pakistan. Among these 70 languages, 66 are indigenous and spoken as the first language. The major regional languages of Pakistan include Punjabi, Saraiki, Sindhi, Barohi, Pashto, Hindko, Shina, Khowar, Kasmiri, Balti, etc. This article discusses the steps taken for the development and promotion of regional…
This article summarizes three speeches of Jinnah and Iqbal that they made on different occasions concerning the Two-nation Theory. These speeches include Dr. Allama Iqbal’s 1930 Allahabad address and Mr. Jinnah’s 1946 address at Islamia College, Peshawar plus his 1940 Lahore address. Summary of Allama Iqbal’s Allahabad Speech Allama Muhammad Iqbal addressed the 22nd annual…
This entry discusses the meaning of the term ‘ideology’ and its importance for a nation. You can also access a Powerpoint presentation and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in connection with the definition and significance of ideology at the end. What does the term ‘ideology’ mean? Word ‘ideo’ means Ideas. Word ‘logy’ means study, science….
This article discusses the strengths and issues in Pakistan-India relations. Brief Introduction India and Pakistan emerged as two independent states in 1947 as a result of the Partition of the Indian Subcontinent. With partition, the British rule in India came to an end. However, their departure in haste left behind serious issues that exist between…
Urdu is the 21st largest language in the world with millions of its speakers in India, Pakistan, and other parts of the world. After the creation of Pakistan, Urdu assumed the role of the national language. This article discusses the reasons behind making Urdu the national language of Pakistan. Association with Muslims Urdu’s link to…
Pakistan is a multicultural country with Islam as the dominant religion. Consequently, a number of cultural and religious festivals are being celebrated with great fervor. This article presents a brief but comprehensive description of the major festivals of Pakistan. What is a festival? The term ‘festival’ refers to an event or day that a religious,…