Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Pakistan: Provinces Quiz
Try this interactive geography quiz which tests your knowledge about the provinces in the country of Pakistan.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: Asia
Read about the diverse countries of Asia. Primarily a travel guide, Geographia offers information on other topics, such as economy, geography, climate, history, and people of selected Asian countries. Pictures are included.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Urdu Language
A Wikipedia encyclopedia entry with detailed information on Urdu, the language of more than a 100 million people living in Pakistan, India and other parts of the world. Includes a clear explanation of the relationship between Hindi and...
CNN
Cnn: Conflict Over Kashmir
An excellent, easy-to-understand timeline of the conflict between Indian and Pakistan over Kashmir, the root of the problem. Timeline covers conflict from 1947 to November 2003.
BBC
Bbc News: The Balance of Power in South Asia
A short report on how the use of a short range missile by Pakistan may have upset the balance of power between India and Pakistan.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: Al Qaeda's New Front
PBS Frontline investigates the threat radical jihadists pose to Western Europe and it allies - including the United States.
Other
Islamic Pakistan: Illusions and Reality
A book-length analysis of how Pakistan has developed in the decades since its founding.
Other
Allama Iqbal Poet Iqbal Academy
Biographical information with sample poetry and prose of Muhammad Iqbal, Pakistan's official "national poet" and a key voice in the creation of Pakistan. Poetry samples are in Urdu or Persian, with an introduction, translation and notes...
Other
The Kashmir Times
The daily newspaper for Kashmir, this offers primary source information, with a definite slant to the disputed area. There is a small archive of papers.
Other
Generals in Politics
This is a succinct history of military assistance given to Pakistan by the United States after WWII. Analyzes the increase in military aid since Pakistan entered CENTO. An intriguing look at a very important geopolitical relationship.
Other
Pakistan Information Networks: National Parks
This site gives descriptions of the National Parks in Pakistan. There is also a small section on top destinations and tour destinations.
Other
New Internationalist Magazine: Muslims: The Facts
Facts and statistical data of Muslim populations around the world. Includes geographical distribution of different groups and sectors.
Yale University
Yale Law: Baghdad Pact, February 4, 1955
The Avalon Project at Yale Law School provides the articles of the Baghdad Pact of mutual cooperation between Iraq, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Pakistan, and Iran on February 4, 1955.
Oxfam
Oxfam: Pakistan
Resource presents information on efforts in Pakistan as well as facts and information about the people and geography of Pakistan.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour Extra: Pakistan: Country and Culture
This two period lesson plan focuses on Pakistan's country and culture.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Pakistani Taliban Attacks Capital
Have students learn more about the Pakistani Taliban and its effect on Pakistan by watching the video. The questions at the end form a useful summary. (13 October 2009)
The Economist
The Economist: Pakistan
This site offers newspaper articles about Pakistan and a series of background articles which help understand Pakistan and its people.
Virtual Bangladesh
Virtual Bangladesh: History
This site provides a section from Virtual Bangladesh on the country's independence and history.
BBC
Bbc: Pervez Musharraf
A profile of Pervez Musharraf, the leader of Pakistan, and an analysis of his leadership. Also provides links to related subjects. (6/16/2009)
BBC
Bbc: History: The British Raj in India 1858 1947
A detailed and insightful article which examines the colonial rule of the British in India. The author explores the origins, the Indian independence movement, how the British gave up India and more. Archived.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Pakistan
Useful guide to a country profile of the Southern Asian nation of Pakistan featuring background details and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: India
Offers a travel guide and country profile of the Southern Asia nation of India including background details and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Other
Dawn: Pakistani English Newspaper
Online articles from DAWN, credited as Pakistan's oldest and most widely circulated English newspaper and one of its two largest English dailies. Site also includes DAWN Young World, a weekly magazine with articles of interest to young...
Read Works
Read Works: After the Floods
[Free Registration/Login Required] This informational text passage shares information about a horrific flood that devastated parts of Pakistan in 2010. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading...