INSTRUCTIONS FOR CSS MOCK PAPER 2023: PAKISTAN AFFAIRS
* Attempt any 5 questions.
* Each question carries equal marks.
* Ensure you provide comprehensive answers, citing relevant sources where necessary. .
* Each question carries equal marks.
* Ensure you provide comprehensive answers, citing relevant sources where necessary. .
1. Discuss the ideology of Pakistan in historical context. How do the teachings and statements of Allama Iqbal and Quaid-i Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah shape the foundation of Pakistan's ideological stance?
2. Analyze the geographical and societal makeup of Pakistan. How do these factors influence the utilization of natural resources, agricultural development, and industrial expansion in the country?
3. Elaborate on the changing regional apparatus surrounding Pakistan. How have these shifts impacted Pakistan's foreign relations and diplomatic strategies?
5. Examine the significance of Pakistan's role in regional cooperation organizations such as SAARC, ECO, and SCO. How has its participation affected the regional dynamics and Pakistan's position on the global stage?
6. Delve into the economic challenges faced by Pakistan in recent years. How do the issues highlighted in the most recent economic survey and budgetary allocations reflect these challenges?
7. Discuss the evolution of the democratic system in Pakistan post-1971. What were the major milestones, and how did they impact the political landscape of the country?
8. The Kashmir issue has been a longstanding point of contention between Pakistan and India since 1947. Analyze its roots, the various stages of its evolution, and the current challenges it presents for both countries.