When did Pakistan conduct its first atomic testing?

Correct answer: 28 May 1998. Pakistan carried out its first nuclear tests on 28 May 1998 in the Chagai Hills.

Background: The tests came in response to India’s tests earlier in May 1998.

• 11 May 1998: 11 May 1998 is the date of India’s tests at Pokhran.
• 30 May 1998: 30 May 1998 is the date of Pakistan’s second test (one more device).
• 25 May 1998: 25 May 1998 is not the date.

Did you know? 28 May is observed in Pakistan as Youm-e-Takbeer.

Memory trick: 28 May 1998 = Youm-e-Takbeer.