Pakistan Affairs CSS Paper 1999

FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION-1999
FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN BS-17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE-III (PAKISTAN AFFAIRS)

TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS: 100

Note: Attempt any FIVE questions. All questions carry EQUAL marks. Write clearly.

1. Analyse the causes of the downfall of Muslim state in 18th century.

2. Make a critical appraisal of the Aligarh Movement specifying its significance in the Freedom Movement.

3. “Few individuals significantly alter the course of history. Fewer still modify the map of the world. Hardly anyone can be credited with creating a nation-state. Muhammad Ali Jinnah did all three.” Discuss the achievements of the Quaid-e-Azam in light of this statement.

4. Critically examine the current education system in Pakistan.

5. Give a critical review of the Kashmir conflict with special reference to the events that took place in 1999.

6. Write a comprehensive note on the economy of Pakistan. Suggest the practical steps to achieve self-reliance in the economy.

7. Federalism is facing serious problems in Pakistan. Elaborate.

8. Write short notes on any Two of the following:-
(a) Shah Waliullah (b) Cripps Mission (c ) Illiteracy in Pakistan
 



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