When did AJK get independence?
Azad Kashmir
| Azad Jammu and Kashmir آزاد جموں و کشمیر | |
|---|---|
| Established | October 24, 1947 (Azad Kashmir Day) |
| Capital | Muzaffarabad |
| Largest city | Muzaffarabad |
| Government |
When Azad Kashmir Government was set up?
The Muslims of Azad Jammu and Kashmir started a liberation against India in 1947. As a result of this war, the Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir was established on 24th October, 1947, in the liberated area which is about 5,000 square miles out of total area of 84,471 square miles.
Who was first President of Azad Kashmir?
Khan was appointed the first President of tiny Azad Kashmir in 1948 by Pakistan.
How big is Aksai Chin?
approximately 38,000 square kilometres
Aksai Chin covers an area of approximately 38,000 square kilometres (15,000 sq mi). The area is largely a vast high-altitude desert with a low point (on the Karakash River) at about 4,300 m (14,100 ft) above sea level.
Is Azad Kashmir a separate country?
Azad (“Free”) Kashmir, established in 1947 after the partition of India, is neither a province nor an agency of Pakistan but has a government of its own that is regarded by Pakistan as “independent,” even though it is protected by and economically and administratively linked to Pakistan.
What was Muzaffarabad made capital of AJK?
The name “Muzaffarabad” (meaning Muzaffar’s Town) comes from the name of Sultan Raja Muzaffar Khan (a Muslim ruler of Khandan-e-Bomba). After the 1948-49 war, Muzaffarabad was made the capital of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Who is the current President of AJK?
THE WORTHY PRIME MINISTER Sardar Abdul Qayyum Khan Niazi Khan was sworn in as the Azad Jammu and Kashmir 13th Prime Minister and leader of the House by AJK Legislative Assembly on 4th August, 2021 by a vast majority.
What is AJK famous for?
Azad Kashmir is a globally recognized heaven. It is all due to the vibrant green valleys that compel you to never bat your eyes once you catch sight of it. It is a place of waterways, abundant lakes and a wildlife adventure to experience.
How old is Azad Kashmir?