COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN GRADES 17 & 16
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1999
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PAPER III
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE PAPER III
PAKISTAN AFFAIRS
Time allowed: 3 hours
Maximum marks: 100
Note: Attempt any FIVE questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Analyse the causes of the downfall of Muslim States in 18th century.
2. Make a critical appraisal of the Ali Garh 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 the light of this statement.
4. Critically examine the current education system of 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 economy.
7. Federalism is facing serious problems in Pakistan. Elaborate.
8. Write notes on any TWO of the followings:
(a) Shah Waliullah
(b) Cripps Mission
(c) Illiteracy in Pakistan