In Here: National Flag, National Emblem, National Anthem, Facts and Geography, Pictures of Pakistan
NATIONAL FLAG
Pakistan Flag - The Pakistan Flag was designed by Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.
The National Flag of Pakistan is dark green in colour with a white bar, a white crescent in the centre and a five-pointed star. The significance of the colour and symbols used in the Pakistan Flag is as follows:
The white and dark green field represents Minorities & Muslim majority, respectively.
The crescent on the Flag represents progress.
The five-rayed star represents light and knowledge.
NATIONAL EMBLEM
The State Emblem of Pakistan, which was approved by the Central Government in 1954, symbolises Pakistan's ideological foundation, its cultural heritage, the guiding principles and the basis of its economic strength.
The four ingredients of the Emblem are:
The crescent and star crest at the top is a traditional symbol of Islam.
The shield in the centre, with four partitions, shows cotton, wheat, tea and jute. These are the main crops of Pakistan and signify the strong agriculture based economy.
The wreath surrounding the shield is a reproduction of the floral designs used in traditional Mughal art. Its inclusion in the design reminds of the nation's cultural heritage.
The scroll supporting the shield carries the Urdu version of Quaid-e-Azam's famous motto --- "Faith", "Unity", Discipline. These three words articulate the guiding principles for the nation.
Unlike other heraldic devices which are emblazoned with symbols representing mythological, historical and geographical features, Pakistan's state emblem gives due recognition to the country's source of inspiration, strength and tradition.
NATIONAL ANTHEM
The National Anthem of Pakistan approved by the Government in August 1954, is a harmonious rendering of a three-stanza composition with a tune based on eastern music but arranged in such a manner that it can be easily played by foreign bands. The Anthem is evocative in spirit, extolling Pakistan as the centre of faith and freedom, a land of beauty and strength drawn from the people and the country. The words touch upon the various facets of national life, with an invocation for integrity o Pakistan. The Verses of the Anthem have been composed by a renowned poet of Pakistan, Abul Asar Hafeez Jullundhri; while the tune has been composed by Ahmed G. Chagla, the well known musician and composer.
Following is the English Wording:
Blessed be the sacred Land
Happy be the bounteous realm
Symbol of high resolve
Land of Pakistan
Blessed be thou citadel of faith
The order of this sacred land
Is the might of the brotherhood of the People
May the nation, the country, and the state
Shine in glory everlasting
Blessed be the goal of our ambition
This Flag of the Crescent and Star
Leads the way to progress and perfection
Interpreter of our past, glory of our present
Inspiration of our future
Symbol of Almighty's protection
FACTS AND GEOGRAPHY
Official Name: Islamic Republic of Pakistan
Federal Capital: Islamabad
Provinces (States): Punjab, Sindh, NWFP, Baluchistan
Languages: Urdu (National Language), English (Official Language), Punjabi, Sindhi, Baluchi, Pashto, Brahui, Saraikee, Hindko, Kashmiri, Pakistani Sign Language (Alt.:Isharoon ki Zubann)
Religions: Muslim (Sunni 77%, Shia 20%), Christians, Hindus, & Parsis 3%
Cities: Karachi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Rawalpindi, Multan, Sialkot, Gujarawala, Sukker, Larkana, Bahawalpur
Total Area: 796,095 Square Kilometers.
Topography: Three major geographic areas: northern highlands, Indus River plain, and Balochistan Plateau.
Climate: Generally arid; hot summers, cool or cold winters; wide variations of temperature in given locale and between coastal area on Arabian Sea and glacial regions of northern areas; little rainfall.Pictures of Pakistan (Coming Soon)
