Pakistan is a nation of over 140 million people, slightly less than twice the size of California, but its ethnic, linguistic, and regional diversity has sometimes been overshadowed by the fact that it is a Muslim state. This interactive map offers a region-by-region breakdown of the nation, with information on its geography, people, economy, and government. Pakistan Timeline - Learn more about Pakistan's political history. Debate - Experts discuss issues related to Islam and democracy. Nation Divided Photo Essay - Trace India's post-Ayodhya religious strife. India Debate - Read two views of India's modern identity. India Timeline - Learn more about the history of relations between India's Hindus and Muslims. Afghan Opium Interactive Map - Size up the scope of Afghanistan's opium industry. Opium Trade Photo Essay - Trace Central Asia's opium trade routes from Afghanistan to Russia.

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