University of the Punjab

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was University of the Punjab built?October 14, 1882
2. What is the location?Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
3. What is the type?Public research university
4. When was the University of the Punjab founded?It was officially opened on October 14, 1882, during the time when the British ruled the area.
5. How many students study at the University of the Punjab?About 45,678 students study there. They have classes in the morning and in the evening.

Public Research University: An institution funded by the state, dedicated to both teaching and the advancement of knowledge through research.
South Asia: A geopolitical region comprising the southern part of the Asian continent, including Pakistan and India.
Nobel Laureate: An individual awarded a Nobel Prize for outstanding achievements in physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, or peace.
Association of Commonwealth Universities: A global network of universities from Commonwealth countries, promoting international cooperation and development.