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The Rock Star and the Mullahs
Interactive Map: Pakistan: A Country Profile

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Sindh
ethnic groups:
Sindhi, Mohajir, Pathan (or Pushtu), Baloch, Brahui, Punjabi

languages:
Sindhi, Seraiki, Balochi, Urdu, Punjabi, Brahui, Seraiki

religious groups:
Muslims, Hindus, Christians, Ahmadi

Sindh map Sindhis make up 13% of the overall population of Pakistan, are the majority in Sindh province, and speak Sindhi. Ninety-two percent of the population is Muslim, with most belonging to the Sunni sect.

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Women examine Balochi dresses
Photo: Reuters/David Ahmed
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