| Official name | Islamic Republic of Pakistan |
| Area | |
| Population | |
| Capital | Islamabad |
| Major Cities | Karachi, Lahore, Hyderabad |
| Ethnic Groups | Panjabi(66%), Sindhi, Muhajir, Pushtun, Baluchi |
| Official Language/s | Urdu and English |
| Major languages | Panjabi, Urdu, Sindhi, Pushtu, Baluchi, Siraiki |
| Major Religions | Sunni Islam(75%), Shia Islam(20%), Christian, Hindu |
| Economy | Textiles, Cotton, Rice, Wheat |
| GDP/capita | |
| Currency | Pk. Rupee |
Pakistan became independent in 1947, having separated from the India for the purpose of accomodating Muslim majority areas of north west and north eastern Indian sub-continent. Muhammad Ali Jinnah who advocated the two-nation theory became Pakistan's first Prime Minister.
