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PAPER: ENGLISH (PRECIS & COMPOSITION) (100 MARKS)

The examination in this subject will be based upon a paper carrying 100 marks to Test the candidate’s
abilities to handle Precis Writing, Reading Comprehension, Sentence Structuring, Translation,
Grammar and Vocabulary, etc.

I. Precis Writing (20 marks)

A careful selected passage with an orientation of generic understanding and enough flexibility for
compression shall be given for précising and suggesting an appropriate title. Out of the total 20
marks allocated to this question, 15 shall go to précising the text and 5 to suggesting the title.

II. Reading Comprehension (20 marks)

A carefully selected passage that is rich in substance but not very technical or discipline- specific shall
be given, followed by five questions, each carrying 4 marks.

III. Grammar and Vocabulary (20 marks)

Correct usage of Tense, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Punctuation, Phrasal Verbs, Synonyms
and Antonyms etc.

IV. Sentence Correction (10 marks)

The sentences shall be given each having a clear structural flaw in terms of grammar or punctuation.
The candidates shall be asked to rewrite them with really needed correction only, without making
unnecessary alterations. No two or more sentences should have exactly the same problem, and 2-3
sentences shall be based on correction of punctuation marks.

V. Grouping of Words (10 marks)

A random list of twenty words of moderate standard (neither very easy nor utterly unfamiliar)
shall be given, to be grouped by the candidates in pairs of those having similar or opposite
meaning, as may be clearly directed in the question.

VI. Pairs of Words (10 marks)

Ten pairs shall be given of seemingly similar words with different meanings, generally confused in
communication, for bringing out the difference in meaning of any five of them by first explaining them
in parenthesis and then using them in sentences.
VII. Translation (10 marks)

Ten short Urdu sentences involving structural composition, significant terms and
figurative/idiomatic expressions shall be given, to be accurately translated into English.
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PAPER: GENERAL SCIENCE & ABILITY (100 MARKS)

Part-I (General Science) 60 Marks

I. Physical Sciences
 Constituents and Structure:-Universe, Galaxy, Light Year, Solar System, Sun, Earth,
Astronomical System of Units.
 Process of Nature: - Solar and Lunar Eclipses, Rotation and Revolution, Weather Variables
(Global Temperature, Pressure, Circulation, Precipitation, Humidity) and Weather Variations.
 Natural Hazards and Disasters: - Earth Quake, Volcanic Eruption, Tsunami, Floods,
Avalanche, Travelling Cyclone (Tropical Cyclone, Middle Latitude Cyclone and Tornadoes),
Drought, Wildfire, Urban Fire. Disaster Risk Management.
 Energy Resources: - Sources of Energy (Renewable i.e. LED Energy, Solar Energy, Wind
Energy and Non-Renewable Energy conservation and its sustainable use.
 Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Electromagnetic Radiations.
 Modern Materials/Chemicals: - Ceramics, Plastics, Semiconductors. Antibiotics, Vaccines,
Fertilizers, Pesticides.

II. Biological Sciences

 The Basis of Life: - Cell Structures and Functions (Subcellular Organelles such as Nucleus,
Mitochondria and Ribosomes).
 Biomolecules: - Proteins, Lipids, Carbohydrates and Enzymes.
 Plant and Animal Kingdom: - A brief survey of plant and animal kingdom to
pinpoint similarities and diversities in nature.
 A Brief Account of Human Physiology.
 Common Diseases and Epidemics: - Polio, Diarrhea, Malaria, Hepatitis, Dengue their
Causes and Prevention.
 New Model Concept of Producing BIO Fuel Method

III. Environmental Science

 Environment: - The Atmosphere (Layered Structure and Composition), Hydrosphere (Water
Cycle, Major Water Compartments), Biosphere (Major Biomes) and Lithosphere (Minerals
and Rocks, Rock Types, Plate Tectonics).
 Atmospheric Pollution: - Types, Sources, Causes and effects of major air pollutants (COx,
Particulate Matter, NOx, SOx, Tropospheric Ozone, Volatile Organic Compounds, Dioxins).
Regional and Global air pollution issues (Acid-rain, Ozone Depletion, Greenhouse Effect and
Global Warming). International agreements on air pollution control (Montreal Protocol and
Kyoto Protocol).
 Water Pollution:- Types, sources, causes and effects of major water pollutants (Synthetic
Organic Chemicals, Oxygen Demanding Wastes, Plant Nutrients, Thermal Pollution, Infectious
Agents, Sediments, Radioactivity, Heavy Metals and Acids). Drinking water quality and
standards.
 Land Pollution: - Solid waste management and disposal.
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 Role of Remote Sensing and GIS in Environmental Science.

 Population Planning.

IV. Food Science

 Concept of Balance Diet: - Vitamins, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats and oil,
Minerals, Fiber.
 Quality of Food:- Bioavailability of Nutrients, Appearance, Texture, Flavor, Quality of
Packed and Frozen Food, Food Additives, Preservatives and Antioxidants
 Food Deterioration and its Control: - Causes of Food Deterioration, Adulteration, Food
Preservation.

V. Information Technology
 Computer (Hardware & Software Fundamentals); I/O Processing and data storage,
Networking & Internet Standards, Application and business Software, Social Media Websites.
Information Systems. Fundamentals of artificial intelligence.
 Telecommunications: - Basics of Wireless Communication (Mobile, Satellite, Surveillance and
GPS and Fiber Optic etc.
Part-II (General Ability) 40 Marks
VI. Quantitative Ability/Reasoning
 Basic Mathematical Skills.
 Concepts and ability to reasons quantitatively and solve problems in a
quantitative setting.
 Basic Arithmetic, Algebra and Geometry (Average, Ratios, Rates, Percentage, Angles,
Triangles, Sets, Remainders, Equations, Symbols, Rounding of Numbers
 Random Sampling
VII. Logical Reasoning and Analytical Reasoning/Ability
 Logical Reasoning includes the process of using a rational, systematic series of steps based
on sound mathematical procedures and given statements to arrive at a conclusion
 Analytical Reasoning/Ability includes visualizing, articulating and solving both complex and
uncomplicated problems and concepts and making decisions that are sensible based on
available information, including demonstration of the ability to apply logical thinking to
gathering and analyzing information.
VIII. Mental Abilities
 Mental Abilities Scales that measures specific constructs such as verbal, mechanical,
numerical and social ability.
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PAPER: CURRENT AFFAIRS (100 MARKS)

Candidates will be expected to display such general knowledge of history, politics and International
Affairs, as deemed necessary to interpret current affairs.

I. Pakistan's Domestic Affairs (20 marks)

 Political
 Economic
 Social
II. Pakistan's External Affairs (40 marks)
 Pakistan’s relations with its Neighbors (India, China, Afghanistan, Russia)
 Pakistan’s relations with the Muslim World (Iran, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Turkey)
 Pakistan’s relations with the United States
 Pakistan’s relations with Regional and International Organizations (UN, SAARC, ECO,
OIC, WTO, GCC)
III. Global Issues (40 marks)
 International Security
 International Political Economy
 Human Rights
 Environment: Global Warming, Kyoto Protocol, Copenhagen Accord
 Population: world population trends, world population policies
 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism
 Global Energy Politics
 Nuclear Proliferation and Nuclear Security
 Nuclear Politics in South Asia
 International Trade (Doha Development Round and Bali Package)
 Cooperation and Competition in Arabian Sea, Indian and Pacific Oceans.
 Millennium Development Goals, Current Status
 Globalization
 Middle East Crisis
 Kashmir Issue
 Palestine Issue
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PAPER: PAKISTAN AFFAIRS (100 MARKS)

I. Ideology of Pakistan definition and elucidation, historical aspects: Muslim rule in

the Sub-Continent, its downfall and efforts for Renaissance. Movements for reforms-- Shaikh
Ahmad Sarhindi, Shah Waliullah, Sayyid Ahmad Shaheed, Aligarh, Deoband,
Nadwah, and other educational institutions Sindh
Madrassah and Islamia College Peshawar. Ideology of Pakistan in the light of Speeches and
statements of Allama Iqbal and Quaid- i Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
II. Land and people of Pakistan------- Geography, Society, Natural resources, Agriculture,
Industry and education with reference to characteristics, trends and problems.
III. Pakistan and Changing Regional Apparatus
IV. Nuclear Program of Pakistan, its Safety and Security; International Concerns
V. Regional Cooperation Organizations (SAARC,ECO,SCO) and the Role of Pakistan
VI. Civil-Military Relations in Pakistan
VII. Economic Challenges in Pakistan
VIII. Non-Traditional Security Threats in Pakistan: Role of Non-State Actors
IX. Pakistan’s Role in the Region
X. The Palestine Issue
XI. Changing Security Dynamics for Pakistan: Challenges to National Security of
Pakistan
XII. Political Evolution Since 1971
XIII. Pakistan and US War on Terror
XIV. Foreign Policy of Pakistan Post 9/11
XV. Evolution of Democratic System in Pakistan
XVI. Ethnic Issues and National Integration
XVII. Hydro Politics ; Water Issues in Domestic and Regional Context
XVIII. Pakistan’s National Interest
XIX. Challenges to Sovereignty
XX. Pakistan’s Energy Problems and their Effects
XXI. Pakistan’s Relations with Neighbors excluding India
XXII. Pakistan and India Relations Since 1947
XXIII. The Kashmir Issue
XXIV. The war in Afghanistan since 1979 and its impact on, and challenges to Pakistan in the Post
2014 era.
XXV. Proxy Wars: Role of External Elements
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XXVI. Economic Conditions of Pakistan, the Most Recent Economic Survey, the Previous and
Current Budgets, and the Problems and Performance of Major Sectors of Economy.
XXVII. The Recent Constitutional and Legal Debates, the Latest Constitutional Amendments and
Important Legislations, Legal Cases and the Role of Higher Courts.
XXVIII. The Prevailing Social Problems of Pakistan and the Strategies to Deal with Them, Poverty,
Education, Health and Sanitation.
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PAPER: ISLAMIC STUDIES (100 MARKS)

I. Introduction to Islam.
 Concept of Islam.
 Importance of Din in Human Life.
 Difference between Din and Religion.
 Distinctive Aspects of Islam.
 Islamic Beliefs & its Impact on Individual & Society and the Fundamental of Islam
 Islamic Worships: Spiritual, Moral and Social Impact.
II. Study of Sirah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as Role Model for:-
 Individual
 Diplomat
 Educator
 Military Strategist
 Peace Maker

III. Human Rights & Status of Woman in Islam.

 Human Rights and Status of Woman in Islam
 Dignity of Men and Women

IV. Islamic Civilization and Culture:

 Meanings and the Vital Elements
 Role of Civilization in Development of Human Personality and Community
 Characteristicts of Islamic Civilization (Tawhid, Self-purification, Dignity of Man,
Equality, Social Justice, Moral Values, Tolerance, Rule of Law)

V. Islam and the World.

 Impact of Islamic Civilization on the West and Vice Versa
 The Role of Islam in the Modern World.
 Muslim World and the Contemporary Challenges.
 Rise of Extremism.

VI. Public Administration and Governance in Islam

 Concept of Public Administration in Islam
 Quranic Guidance on Good Governance
 Concept of Governance and its Applications in the light of Qur’an, Sunnah and Fiqh.
 Governance Structure in Islam (Shura, Legislation, Sources of Islamic Law)
 Governance under Pious Khilafat
 Particular letters of Hazrat Umar (R.A) and Hazrat Ali (R.A) to different Authority.
 Responsibilities of Civil Servants
 System of Accountability(hisbah) in Islam

VII. Islamic Code of Life.

 Salient Features of Islamic System, Social System, Political System, Economic System,
Judicial System, Administrative System,
 Procedure of Ijma and Ijtihad
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PAPER: CONSTITUTIONAL LAW (100 MARKS)

I. Definition and Scope of Constitutional Law, Basic Constitutional Concepts (Constitutional

Conventions, Rule of Law, Due Process), Constitutional Structures (Parliamentary, Presidential,
Separation of Powers), Judiciary (Independence of Judiciary, Judicial Review, Theories of
Constitutional Interpretation) Fundamental Human and Political Rights and Civil Liberties
(freedom of speech, association, assembly, movement and Right to Counsel, life, property,
religion, privacy, self incrimination, double jeopardy).
II. Principles of Constitutional Law with special reference to United Kingdom, United States of
America, France, Russia, China, Pakistan, India and Turkey.
III. Constitutional History of Pakistan: Principles of Constitutional Law of Pakistan, Salient
feature of the Government of India Act, 1935, Indian Independence Act 1947, Objectives
Resolution 1949, Constitutions of 1956, 1962 and 1973, Abrogation and Suspension of the
Constitutions and the Martial Laws, Legal Framework Order, 1970, The PCO of 1981, The
RCO of 1985, The LFO-2002, Amendments in the 1973 Constitution.
IV. Legal Development:
 Maulvi Tamizuddin Khan v. Federation of Pakistan PLD 1955 Sindh 96.
 Federation of Pakistan vs. Maulvi Tamizuddin Khan, PLD 1955 FC 240
 Reference by the Governor-General PLD 1955 FC 435
 State v. Dosso PLD 1958 SC 533.
 Usif Patel v. Crown PLD 1955 FC 387
 Begum Nusrat Bhutto v. Chief of the Army Staff PLD 1977 SC 657
 Hakim Khan v. Government of Pakistan PLD 1992 SC 595
 Nawaz Sharif v. President of Pakistan PLD 1993 SC 473
 Benazir Bhutto v. the President of Pakistan PLD 1992 SC 492
 Khawaja Muhammad Sharif, PLD 1988 Lah. 725
 Federation of Pakistan v. Haji Saifullah Khan PLD 1989 SC 166
 Khawaja Ahmad Tariq Rahim PLD 1992 SC 646
 Benazir Bhutto v. President of Pakistan, PLD 1998 SC 388
 Asma Jilani v. Government of the Punjab PLD 1972 SC 139
 State v. Zia ur Rehman PLD 1973 SC 49
 Mahmood Khan Achakzai v. Fed. of Pakistan PLD 1997 SC 426
 Zafar Ali Shah v. General Pervez Musharraf, PLD 2000 SC 869.
 Sindh High Court Association v. Federation of Pakistan, PLD 2009 SC 879.
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PAPER: ENGLISH LITERATURE (100 MARKS)

The paper is divided into six components along with the marks allocation for each component.

I. Essays: (10 Marks)

 Bertrand Russell (The Conquest of Happiness)
 George Orwell (Politics and the English Language; The Prevention of Literature)
 Ralph Waldo Emerson (The Transcendentalist; Self-Reliance)

II. Short Stories: (10 Marks)

 Somerset Maugham (The Lotus-Eater)
 G.K.Chesterton (A Somewhat Improbable Story)
 O’Henry (The Gift of the Magi)

III. Poetry: (20 marks)

 William Wordsworth (Resolution and Independence; Lines Composed Few Miles
Above, Tintern Abbey)
 John Keats (Ode to a Nightingale; Ode to Autumn)
 Lord Alfred Tennyson (Ulysses; The Lady of Shalott)
 Yeats (A Dialogue of Self and Soul; The Second Coming)
 Eliot (The Wasteland; Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock)
 Philip Larkin (Maturity; Continuing to Live; The Trees)
 Wallace Stevens (A Postcard from the Volcano; Continual Conversation with a
Silent Man; Dry Loaf) OR Walt Whitman (As I Ponder’d in Silence; Are You the New
Person Drawn Toward Me?; This Moment Yearning and Thoughtful)

IV. Drama: (20 marks)

 Shakespeare (Hamlet; King Lear; Twelfth Night)
 William Congreve (The Way of the World)
 Shaw (Pygmalion; Heartbreak House )
 Harold Pinter (The Caretaker)
 Samuel Beckett (Waiting for Godot)
 Eugene O’Neill (Long Day’s Journey into Night)

V. Novels: (20 marks)

 Thomas Hardy (Far from the Madding Crowd)
 D.H. Lawrence (Sons and Lovers)
 George Orwell (Nineteen Eighty-four)
 James Joyce (A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man)
 Iris Murdoch (Under the Net)
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 Nathaniel Hawthorne (The Scarlet Letter) or William Faulkner (The Sound

and the Fury)

VI. Literacy Theory & Criticism (20 Marks)

 Structuralism
 Marxism
 Deconstructionism
 Psychoanalytic criticism
 Feminist criticism
 Postcolonial Criticism

Note: The texts are mentioned in brackets in front of each author’s name. However, for the component on
“Literary Theory and Criticism” and for understanding poetry and drama, particularly 20 th century
poetry and Drama, following readings are suggested:
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PAPER: GOVERNANCE & PUBLIC POLICIES (100 MARKS)

I. Basic Concepts of Governance:
 Origin of the term Governance
 Definition of Governance
 Definition of Good Governance
 Characteristics of Good Governance: Participation, Rule of law, Transparency,
Responsiveness, Equity, Effectiveness and Efficiency, Accountability, Strategic Vision
 Collapse/Failure of Governance: its indicators diagnostic tools & Effects

II. Governance Theories:

 Communitarianism
 Decentered Theory
 Libertarian Socialism
 Institutionalism
 Marxism
 Neoliberalism
 Rational Choice Theory
 Regulation Theory

III. Governance Indicators laid by World Bank/IMF/UNESCO/UNDP/ADB, their

Explanation & Application Level in Pakistan:
 Voice and Accountability
 Political Stability and Absence of Violence
 Government Effectiveness
 Regulatory Authorities & their Quality
 Rule of Law
 Control of Corruption

IV. Public Policy and Planning Institutions and their role in Planning
 Institutional Framework for Policy Coordination and Planning(ECNEC, Economic
Coordination Committees of the Cabinet, The Federal Cabinet, The Secretaries Committee,
The Prime Minister’s Secretariat, The Planning Commission, The Finance Division, The
Cabinet Division, and all Federal Ministries for their respective subjects)
 Role of Planning Commission in Policy and Planning
 Strategic Planning in Federal
 Provincial Government and Local Government
 Role of International Donors in Policy Formulation (IMF Document “Memorandum on
Economic and Financial Policies 2013/14–2015/16,” that underpins almost all public
policies.)
 Public Policy and Implementation in Key Sectors (i.e., Health, Education).
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V. Accountability:
 General Introduction to Accountability and its concepts(Standards, Symbolism, regional and
country-wide comparisons, a Review of Contemporary Studies)
 Types of Accountability- Political Accountability, Legal/ Judicial Accountability,
Administrative Accountability, Professional Accountability, Private vs. Public
Accountability
 National Strategies against Corruption and remedial measures.

VI. Bureaucracy:
 Introduction to the Concept of Bureaucracy(History, Neutrality, Steel Frame of the State,
Negative Connotations Associated with the term)
 Theories of Bureaucracy (Max Weber, Marx, John Stewart Mill, Woodrow Wilson)
 Role of Bureaucracy in Pakistan (British legacy, civil-military relations, neutrality, dilution
of neutrality, political allegiance, power, corrupting the incumbent, institutional degradation,
constitutional guarantees, indexing of salaries with the CPI or lack thereof.)
 Public Administration and Code of Ethics (Effectiveness of the Estacode and the Code of
Ethics, Comparison with other countries)

VII. Public Policy Formulation and Implementation

 The Policy Making Process: How Policies are Made (Six including diagnosis and six stages
with cautions to be exercise at each stage)
 Policy Implementation & Role of Bureaucracy (Training, Pervasive Inertia and how to
break it, Lack of Decision Making, Culture of postponement and delays, Lack of resources,
Political interference, Ability to say “No.”)
 Policy Analysis, The Quest for Solutions (Lack of research in policy analysis, Lack of
coordination among departments, secrecy, openness)
 Policy Evaluation: Assessing The Impact of Public Policy, Program Evaluation- Success
and failure of Govt.

VIII. Multi-level Governance in Pakistan:

 Legislature: National Assembly, Senate, Provisional Assemblies
 Judiciary: Supreme Court, High Courts, Lower Courts
 Functioning of the offices:
 President of Pakistan,
 Prime Minister of Pakistan
 Office of Governor,
 Office of Chief Minister, Federal Cabinet, Cabinet Committees, Federal Secretariat,
Provincial Secretariat
 Local Government system: District Government, Zila Government, Tehsil Government,
Union Administration, Its Efficacy, Performance & Causes of Success or Failure
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I. Federalism, Devolution and Decentralization

 Constituents participation in Federal Structure
 Principle of Subsidiarity in Public Service Delivery
 Decentralization Model of Kerala

II. Role of Citizens in Governance

III. Good Governance in Islam

 Quranic Guidance on Good Governance
 Concept of Governance and its application in light of Quran; Sunnah and Fiqh.
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PAPER: HISTORY OF PAKISTAN & INDIA (100 MARKS)

I. Muslim Rule and Heritage in India (712-1857): Political History Arrival, foundation and
consolidation of Muslim rule in India, important rulers of the Slave Dynasty and the
Mughals. The Spirit and legacy of Muslim civilization, Art, Architecture and literature, Public
Administration under Muslim Rules. Sultans, Kings, Economic, Social, Judicial, Civil and
Military system during the Muslim rule, Industry, trade and commerce under the Muslim
patronage, Financial Administration.

II. British Rule in India: 1857-1947: British Imperialism, origin and growth of the East India
Company, Causes and effects of downfall of the Mughal Empire in India, War of Independence
in 1857:Causes and effects.

III. Constitutional and Political Reforms of the British Government (1858-1947)

and growth of the Political Parties –Indian Congress

IV. Muslim Struggle for Independence: Role of Shah Wali Ullah, Syed Ahmad Shaheed and
Sir Syed Ahmed Khan towards regeneration of the Muslim of South Asia, All India Muslim
League, Partition of Bengal, Simla Deputation, Lucknow pact; Khilafat movement. Nahru
Report Quaid-i- Azam’s Fourteen Points.

V. Pakistan Movement: Allama Iqal’s Allahabad Address 1930, and Round Table Conference.
The Congress Rule in the provinces-1937-1939, Lahore Resolution 1940, various Missions
and Plans for the partition of the South Asia. Founders of Pakistan: Quaid-i-Azam, Mohsin-ul-
Mulk, Syed Amir Ali, Ali Brothes. Sir Agha Khan, Chaudhry Rahmat Ali, etc.

VI. History of Pakistan (1947- Todate): Pakistan’s early Challenges—Quaid-i-Azam as Governor-

General, various attempts at constitution making.

VII. Military in Politics: Ayub Khan, Yahya, Zia–ul–Haq and Pervaiz Musharaf regimes, Civil
Military Relationship in Pakistan,

VIII. Separation of East Pakistan: Causes and Effects,

IX. Working of Democracy in Pakistan: Liaquat Ali Khan to Firoz Khan Noon (1947- 1958),
Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s Period,(1971-1977),Benazir, Nawaz Sharif ,Revival of Democracy: 1988-
1999, Restoration of Democracy (2008 to date), Role of Major Political Parties and Pressure
Groups in the history of Pakistan.

X. Foreign Policy of Pakistan (1947-1999)

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PAPER: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (200 MARKS)

Paper—1 (Marks-100)

I. Introduction
 The Definition and Scope of International Relations.
 The Nation-State System
 Evolution of International Society

II. Theories and Approaches

 The Classical Approaches-Realism and Idealism
 The Scientific Revolution-Behavioral Approach, System Approach,
 Neo-realism, Neo-liberalism.
 Post-modernism, Critical Theory, Feminism, Constructivism

III. International Political Security.

 Conceptualization of security in the Twenty-First century
 Power. Elements of National Power
 Balance of Power
 Foreign Policy: Determinants, Decision Making and Analysis
 Sovereignty
 National Interest

IV. Strategic Approach to International Relation.

 War: Causation of War, Total War, Limited War, Asymmetric Warfare, Civil War,
Guerilla Warfare
 Strategic Culture: Determinants of Pakistani Strategic Culture.
 Deterrence: Theory and practice with special reference to India and Pakistan

V. International Political Economy.

 Theories in IPE: Mercantilism, Economic Liberalism, and Neo- Marxism
 Theories of Imperialism, Dependence and Interdependence discourse

VI. International political community.

 Nationalism
 Internationalism
 Globalization
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VII. Approaches to Peace

 Diplomacy
 International Law
 Arms Control /Disarmament and Nuclear Non proliferation Regime

VIII. International Political Institution

 United Nations
 International Monetary Fund (IMF)
 World Bank
 International Court of Justice
Paper- II (Marks-100)

I. International Relation between two Wars

 Russian Revolution, Fascism, League of Nations, Second World War

II. Cold War

 Decolonization in Asia and Africa.
 Rise of United States and Soviet Union,
 Era of Tight Bipolarity, Détente and Loose Bipolarity, Revival of Cold War

III. Post Cold War

 End of History, Clash of Civilizations, Terrorism, Globalization, Unipolarity (New World
Order) and Revival of Multi-Polarity

IV. International and Regional Organizations

 League of Nations, United Nations, Regional Organizations, EU, ASEAN, NAFTA,
SAARC, SCO, OIC, ECO, WTO.
 Reforms in the United Nations, World Bank and the IMF

V. Foreign Policy of Selected Countries

 USA, Russia, China, UK, India, Pakistan and EU

VI. South Asia

 Peace-making and Peace-Building in South Asia: Analytical overview of peace processes
between/among the states of South Asia especially between India and Pakistan.
 India and Pakistan: Overview of agreements and accords, Indus Water Treaty; Composite
Dialogue; Sir Creek & Siachen border, Visa and People to people contact; Trade; and Role of
civil society
 Afghanistan: Cold war theatre; Soviet Invasion and Mujahedeen; Geneva Accord; Post Cold
War situation---Rise of Taliban, AL-Qeada & 9/11; Operation Enduring Freedom; The Bonn
Process- Withdrawal
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VII. Weapons of Mass Destruction

 Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons
 Nuclear Weapon States- Programs and Postures: Indian-Pakistan Nuclear Doctrines
 Nuclear Non –Proliferation Regime: International Atomic Energy Agency, Nuclear Non-
Proliferation Treaty; Nuclear Supplier Group; Partial Test Ban Treaty; Comprehensive Test
Ban Treaty; Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty
 Challenges of Non-Proliferation, Cooperation for Nuclear Energy
 The Missile Defence Systems and their impact on global strategic environment
 Militarization and Weaponization of Space.

VIII. Contemporary Issues

 Euro-Atlantic Vs. Asia Pacific: Great Power Policies
 Kashmir Issue
 Palestine Issue
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PAPER: SOCIOLOGY (100 MARKS)

I. General Sociology

1. Individual: Sociability or the sociality of man.

2. Culture: Meaning and Characteristics (Culture is variable, learnt, social, shared, transmissive,
dynamic and adaptive), types (Material, Non –material), functions (transfer of knowledge,
define situation, provide behaviour pattern, moulds personality) and elements of culture
(norms, values, beliefs, sanctions, customs).Culture and Socialization; formal and non-
formal socialization, transmission of culture, cultural relativism. Sub-cultures. Ethnocentrism
and xenocentrism, Cultural lag, High culture and popular culture. Multiculturalism,
assimilation, and acculturation.
3. Society: Meaning and characteristics. Community; meaning and characteristics. Individual
and society. Relationship between individual and society. Two main theories regarding the
relationship of man and society (i) the social contact theory and (ii) the organismic theory.
Social and cultural evolution of society (Hunting and Gathering Society, Herding and
Advance Herding Society, Horticultural Society, Agrarian Society, Industrial Society, Post
modern Society).
4. Social Interaction: Caste and classes, Forms of social classes, Feudal system in Pakistan,
Social Mobility-nature of social mobility and its determinants in Pakistani society, Culture of
poverty.
5. Social Control: Mechanisms of social control-formal and informal means of social control,
Anomie, Alienation and social Integration-Means of social integration in Pakistani Society.
6. Social and Cultural Change and Social Policy: Processes of Social and Cultural Change-
discovery, Inhibitions to social and cultural change in Pakistan, Social planning and directed
social and cultural change, Effect of Industrialization, Urbanization, Modernization and
Modern Means of Communication on Social Change.
7. Public Opinion: Formation of public openion, concept of opinion leader, characteristics of
opinion leadership.
8. Community: The rural community, Traditional Characteristics of rural life, The urban
community, Rural – Urban convergence, Urbanism, Future of cities in Pakistan.
9. Social Institutions: The nature and genesis of institutions, The process of institutionalization,
Functions of Social Institutions: Family, Religion, Education, Economy and Politics.
10. Social Problems in Pakistan: High population growth rate, Rural –urban migration.
Issues of technical/vocational training, Deviance and street crime, Unemployment, illiteracy
and School drop out, Smuggling, Prostitution, Poverty,
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Drug Addiction, Child Labour and Abuse, Bonded Labour, Social customs and Traditions
affecting Women in Pakistan, Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence, Issues
concerning the Elderly in Pakistan.
II. Sociological Theory:

Three sociological perspectives: Structural Functionalism, Symbolic interactions and Conflict.

Theorists: Ibn-i-Khaldun, Spencer, August Comte, Emile Dukheim, Max Weber, Karl Marx,
Parson.
III. Methods of Sociological Research:

Scientific Method, Steps in research, Types of Questionnaire Research Design, Surveys,

Observation and Case Studies.
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