Explanation

The Schengen Area encompasses 29 European countries that have abolished border controls at their mutual borders.

The 29 Schengen countries are: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Croatia, Bulgaria and Romania.

This arrangement facilitates free movement and enhances cooperation among member states.

Explanation

The next leap year would be 2028.

leap year occurs every 4 years, except for years that are divisible by 100 but not by 400.

Total number of days will be 366 instead of 365.

2028, 2032 and 2036 are all leap years.

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The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 has been won by Australia by 8 wickets.

It was held in Dubai International Cricket Stadium between Australia and New Zealand.

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• Lucky Cement Limited is the largest cement producer in Pakistan.
• Its shares are traded on the Pakistan Stock Exchange, and are part of the KSE 100 Index.

Explanation

Strait of Hormuz connect Arabian sea with the Persian Gulf.

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Strait stand for a narrow passage of water connecting two seas or two other large areas of water.

Gulf Stand for a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land, with a narrow mouth.

Explanation

Bile is produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder.

It is important for the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.

Explanation

On 15 August 2021, the Taliban entered Afghanistan's capital city of Kabul, and took control of the country.

Over the past 12 months, human rights violations against women and girls have mounted steadily.

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Explanation

The Treaty of Srirangapatna was signed between Tipu Sultan and Lord Cornwallis on March 18, 1792.

The treaty ended the Third Anglo-Mysore War. 

Signatories of the treaty 

Tipu Sultan: The ruler of Mysore

Lord Cornwallis: Signed on behalf of the British East India Company

Representatives of the Nizam of Hyderabad: Signed the treaty

Representatives of the Maratha Empire: Signed the treaty

Explanation

Asking questions helps to engage students actively in the lesson.

It draws their attention and promotes critical thinking and participation.