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  1. Which Pakistani scientist won the Nobel Prize in Physics?

    Answer: Dr. Abdus Salam

    Dr. Abdus Salam won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1979 for his work on electroweak unification theory.

  2. What is the headquarters of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)?

    Answer: Jeddah

    The OIC headquarters is located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

  3. Which is the longest river in Pakistan?

    Answer: Indus

    The Indus River (Sindhu) is the longest river in Pakistan, stretching approximately 3,180 km.

  4. Which organization maintains international peace and security as its primary purpose?

    Answer: United Nations Security Council

    The UN Security Council has primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security.

  5. The Karakoram Highway connects Pakistan with which country?

    Answer: China

    The Karakoram Highway (KKH) connects Pakistan to China, running from Islamabad to Kashgar.

  6. What is the national flower of Pakistan?

    Answer: Jasmine

    Jasmine (Chambeli) is the national flower of Pakistan, symbolizing purity and simplicity.