10 Basic Information About Pakistan 


Location

Pakistan is located in South Asia, sharing borders with India to the east, Afghanistan and Iran to the west, and China to the north.


Capital

The capital city of Pakistan is Islamabad.


Population

 As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, Pakistan had a population of over 220 million people, making it the fifth-most populous country in the world.


Official Language

Urdu is the official language, but English is widely used for official and business purposes.


Currency

The official currency is the Pakistani Rupee (PKR).


Independence

Pakistan gained independence from British rule on August 14, 1947, following the partition of British India.


Government

Pakistan is a federal parliamentary democratic republic, with a President as the head of state and a Prime Minister as the head of government.


Religion

The majority of the population practices Islam, with the majority being Sunni Muslims.


Economy

Pakistan has a diverse economy with agriculture, manufacturing, and services sectors. It is known for producing textiles, agricultural products, and has a growing technology industry.


Geography

The country has diverse landscapes, including mountains (Himalayas in the north), plains, deserts, and a coastline along the Arabian Sea to the south