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Default Repeated Questions of Pakistan Affairs
MUSLIM SOCIETY

EVOLUTION
  • Give an account of the evolution of the Muslim society in the sub-continent from 1206 to 1526 A.D. (2000)
  • Briefly describe the evolution of Muslim Society in the Subcontinent from 1206 onwards and analyze its downfall after the 17th century. (2001)
  • Briefly describe the evolution of Muslim society in the sub-continent. (2002)
  • Discuss the role and efforts of Muslim religions leaders for the establishment of Muslim Society in the Sub-Continent. (2003)
  • Critically evaluate the contribution made by missionaries in the growth of Muslim society in the Sub-continent of Indo-Pak. (2007)
  • Shah Waliullah realised "The renaissance of Islam and Muslim Society can not be affected until the intellectual life of the Muslims is re-oriented." Discuss Critically. (2010)
  • Briefly analyze and discuss the contribution of the religious reforms – Shaik Ahmed Sirhandi, Shah Walliullah, Syed Ahmed Barelvi and the like – in the growth of Muslim consciousness in the South-Asian subcontinent. (2011)
  • Critically examine the Muslim shift from militancy to education with a special reference to the educational movements launched during the 19th century in South Asia. (2013)
  • Highlight the factors which played significant role in the evolution and growth of Muslim Society in Sub Continent? (2014)

DEGENERATION
  • Analyze the factors responsible for degeneration of Muslim society in 18th century? (2004)
ALIGARH & ALIGARH MOVEMENT
  • Basically educational in character, the Aligarh Movement was not devoid of political objectives". Discuss. (2001)
  • 'Aligarh is arsenal of Muslim India.' (Quaid-e-Azam) Narrate briefly the role of Aligarh for the cause of the muslims of the Subcontinent with special reference to the final phase of their independence? (2004)
  • Aligarh Movement injected a new life in the dead body of the Muslim nation and helped to regain its lost glory and prestige. Discuss. (2008)
  • Aligarh and Deoband movements had great contrast in their views and mission and their leaders were at daggers drawn with each other. Discuss. (2010)

DEOBAND MOVEMENT
  • The Deoband School stood for "definite religio- political goals with limited sphere of influence." Discuss. (2007)
  • Aligarh and Deoband movements had great contrast in their views and mission and their leaders were at daggers drawn with each other. Discuss. (2010)

TWO NATION THEORY
  • Discuss the ideological foundations of the Two Nations Theory with reference to the contributions of Dr. Iqbal and the Quaid-i-Azam. (2003)
  • Elucidate Ideology of Pakistan. What are the reasons which contributed for the development of two-nation-theory? Is two-nation-theory relevant after the fall of Dacca? Discuss. (2007)

CONSTITUTION
  • Give a critical appraisal of the constitutional crisis during the period of Governor General Ghulam Mohammad. Write its effects on the subsequent history of Pakistan. (2000)
  • Short Note: The salient features of the Constitution of 1956. (2000)
  • The Constitution of Pakistan (1973) is the “mouth piece of Islam”. Discuss. (2008)
  • Illustrate the role of Quaid-e-Azam for protecting the constitutional rights of Muslims of the subcontinent from 1916-1933? (2009)
  • Give a critical appraisal of the constitutional crises/crises initiated by the controversial actions taken by Governor General Ghulam Muhammad and endorsed by the superior Court of Pakistan. Discuss and analyze its effects on the subsequent history of Pakistan. (2011)
  • Federalism has been a continuing cause of political tension in our country. Will the 18th amendment made in the constitution by the present Government solve this issue for all? Take a position and support with your argument. (2011)

EAST PAKISTAN
  • Analyze the main causes of the debacle of East Pakistan. What are its consequences on the history of Pakistan? (2000)
MOVEMENTS
  • Discuss the salient aspects of Shah Waliullah's Movement and analyze its impact on the Muslims of the Subcontinent. (2001)
  • Trace the course of Khilafat movement and assess its significance for the development of Muslim nationalism? (2004)
  • Critically evaluate the contribution of Fraizi Movement in the life of Muslims in the sub continent (2005)
  • Compare and contrast the dynamics of recent Civil Society Movement with other movements in the history of Pakistan? What impact would it print on Future of Pakistan? (2009)

MUSLIM NATIONALISM
  • Trace the course of Khilafat movement and assess its significance for the development of Muslim nationalism? (2004)
  • Examine Allama Iqbal’s concept of Muslim Nationalism in the light of Allahabad Address (2005)
  • John Plamentaz defines ‘Nationalism’ as “the desire to preserve or enhance peoples national or cultural identity, when that identity is threatened or the desire to transform or even create it when it is felt to be inadequate or lacking.” In the light of above definition, briefly but comprehensively discuss the respective role played by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, Allama Iqbal and the Quaid-e-Azam in strengthening the Muslim nationalism in India. (2011)

ROLE OF ULEMA
  • Write a comprehensive essay on the promulgation of Islamic system in Pakistan with special reference to the role played by the Ulema in the process. (2001)
  • The Ulemas of Nadwah attempted to make a synthesis of Modernism of Aligarh and Conversation of Deoband in their syllabus. Discuss. (2002)

ALL INDIA MUSLIM LEAGUE
  • Account for emergence of All India Muslim League and assess its importance in Indian politics during 1906-1913? (2004)

SIR SYED AHMED KHAN
  • State the reasons Sir Syed advanced to the Indian Muslims to eschew politics. To what extent he was successful? (2002)
  • What specific steps were initiated by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan which later on became the agenda points of the movement for Pakistan? How did these steps orient the Political system in Pakistan? (2009)
  • Evaluate the impact of the services rendered by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan towards the regeneration of the Muslims?(2014)
BALOCHISTAN
  • Write a note on Balochistan; its area, population, economy, education and the problems of the people. (2000)

KASHMIR ISSUE
  • Short Note: Kashmir conflict. (2001)
  1. The Indian Policy on Kashmir is caught on the horns of a dilemma and that dilemma is that if it accepts the verdict of the people, it has to vacate the territory of state of Junagarh, Manavadhar, Mangrol, Hyderabad etc. Explain. (2002)
  • The so-called 'Instrument of Accession' of Bharat with Kashmir "is fraudulent and impossible to accept" as it is "based on violence". In the light of the Quaid-e-Azams statement makes a comparison and correlation of the Slate of Jammu and Kashmir with the State of Junagadh, Manavadhar, Mangrol, Sardargarh, Bantva and Hyderabad etc. (2003)
AGRICULTURE
  • Summarize the government measures to improve the agricultural productivity in the light of introducing new irrigation projects (2006)
  • Inspite of strong research base, rich lands, reasonable water resources and various land reforms why agriculture remained less developed in Pakistan.? (2009)
INDUSTRY
  • What are the problems of industrialization in Pakistan? How they can be solved? (2002)
  • Account for the initial concentration of agro based industry in the manufacturing belt of Pakistan (2005)
  • Describe the distribution of Iron and Steel industry of Pakistan. Evaluate its role in the industrial development of the country (2006)
  • What are principal industries of Pakistan and what problems Government of Pakistan is facing for its industrial development? (2008)
  • Pakistan's industry is providing jobs to various categories of workers and is earning foreign exchange for the country. Comment. (2010)

PERSONALITIES
  • Short Note: Assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan. (2000)
  • Short Note: Chaudhri Rehmat (2001)
  • Short Note: Allama Iqbal. (2001)
  • What influence Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi has left on the history of Muslims of India? Discuss critically. (2008)
GEOGRAPHICAL POSITION
  • Short Note: Geo-Political position of Pakistan. (2003)
  • Define and explain the geographic inertia and its role in the development of Pakistan (2005)
  • Political map of Pakistan is the outcome of its geo-strategic location. Give a reasoned account for the statement. (2006)

WATER
  • What do you know about water crisis in Pakistan? Also suggest concrete steps for its solution. (2004)
  • Using as much evidence as possible, outline a case for the development of water resources in the Indus Basin. Examine also polity in this phenomenon. (2005)
  • “The twentieth century witnessed the war for oil. The twenty-first century will witness the war for water”. Examine the practical implications of this statement on situation of Pakistan. (2013)

HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENTS AND EVENTS
  • Analyze the significance of Lahore Resolution in the History of freedom movement. (2000)
  • Evaluate the policies of the Cripps Mission. To what extent were these policies favorable for the Muslims of the sub-continent? (2000)
  • Make a critical comparison of the Nehru Report and the Quaid-e-Azam's Fourteen Points. (2001)
  • Muhammad Ali Formula was practicable compromise between the two wings of Pakistan on the questions of representation.” To what extent, it was acceptable to both the wings of Pakistan? (2003)
  • Minto Morely Reform was a "tool of change" in the political system of India. Discuss it with special reference to the demands of Simla Deputation. (2007)
  • Quaid-e-Azam was the ambassador of “Hindu-Muslim Unity”. Discuss it in perspective of Lukhnow Pact and what future vision depicted from the pact? (2008)
  • The proposals of “Cabinet Mission” (1946) could defer the establishment of Pakistan, if accepted by Muslim League. Evaluate Critically. (2008)
  • Short Note: Objective resolution (2004)
  • Short Note: Six points of Mujeeb ur Rehman (2004)
  • Describe the main content and relative importance of the Lucknow Pact and Delhi Muslim Proposals and their respective impact on the subsequent political development in India. (2011)
  • Can the Lahore Resolution be termed as the ‘Magna Carta’ of Pakistan? Take a position and support your argument by historical facts, if any. (2011)
  • "The Simla Deputation, 1906 laid the foundation for the creation of Pakistan" Substantiate your view point with solid arguments. (2014)

ISSUES
  • Discuss Corruption as number one problem of Pakistan. What practicable and feasible steps should be taken to eradicate this menace. (2000)
  • Short Note: Unemployment in Pakistan. (2000)
  • Write an analytical essay on the growth of population in Pakistan after Independence and underscore its effects on the country's socioeconomic climate. (2001)
  • Short Note: Problems of Educational System in Pakistan (2003)
  • Short Note: Kalabagh Dam. (2001)
  • Short Note: "Pakistan is a rich country where poor people live." (2003)
  • Given the problems that Pakistan is facing today, what is your vision of Pakistan in the year 2011? How, in your opinion, can be its internal and external problems solved? (2011)
  • "Population explosion in Pakistan is emerging as the greatest threat to the economy of Pakistan". Comment. (2014)


WAR ON TERROR
  • Short Note: Pakistan's role in the war against terrorism. (2004)
  • Discuss and debate the diplomatic stance of Pakistan regarding “war on terror “. How can it be improvised in the current geo-political situation? (2009)

MISCELLANEOUS PRE-PARTITION
  • Summarize the political scene of the sub continent at the opening of the eighteenth century (2005)
  • There is an “unbridgeable gulf between Hinduism and Islam and their followers existed together in the same land for hundreds of years like two streams which continue to un parallel to each other indefinitely, without ever becoming one body of water”. Elucidate. (2002)
  • The Quaid-e-Azam was against the performance of “a surgical operation” on the provinces because such a step would be a dangerous proposition and would “let loose terrible forces”. In the light of the statement, discuss the division of the Punjab and Bengal. (2002)
  • Why ONE-UNIT was created and subsequently abolished? Explain. (2002)
  • Examine the nature of Congress rule in the Provinces under the Government of India Act, 1935. What was its impact on the Muslim Politics? (2003)
  • ‘Between 1937-1947 congress policies were such as to make Pakistan inevitable', Discuss. (2004)
  • Discuss the role of Muslim Majority provinces in the establishment of Pakistan. (2006)
  • Keeping in view the diverse Muslim reformist Movements of the subcontinent, delineate the sequential unity in the formulation of the ideology of Pakistan. (2009)
  • How far is it correct to say Quaid-i-Azam consolidated the nascent state of Pakistan? Comment. (2010)
  • Compare the socio-economic and political conditions of the Muslims and non-Muslims at the advent of British rule in South Asia? (2013)
  • What was the contribution of the Muslim Press in the struggle of creation of Pakistan? Examine the role of prominent Muslim journalists in this regard. (2013)
  • Briefly describe the genuine factors which were responsible for the demand of separate homeland by the Muslims of the Sub Continent. (2014)

MISCELLANEOUS POST-PARTITION
  • 'The US attack on Afghanistan in October 2001 has had serious repercussions for Pakistan". Discuss. (2001)
  • As a result of British-Hindu conspiracy on the eve of independence the State of Pakistan which ultimately emerged in August 1947, was not so strong as visualized by the Quaid-e-Azam but only a "mutilated", “moth-eaten” and "truncated" Pakistan. Elucidate. (2003)
  • To what extent the version of Francis Mudie was true that “the greatest danger” to Pakistan in 1947 was "the refugee problem in West Punjab" and how did the Policy-makers of Pakistan respond to it? (2003)
  • Throw light on the steps taken under various Governments for the promulgation of Islamic system in the country? (2004)
  • Address the importance of Pakistan’s relations with the European Union for the foreign policy of Pakistan as a whole (2005)
  • Describe the most notable feature of Muslims in India in the light of their monotheistic religion and egalitarian social structure. (2006)
  • Assess the account for the problems which Quaid-e-Azam had to face as Governor General of Pakistan (2006)
  • Highlight the various characteristics of Pakistani culture. Bring out the importance of customs and traditions in the society. (2006)
  • Local government system under the "Devolution of Power Plan 2001" has miserably failed in delivering service to the masses. . Discuss. (2007)
  • "Pakistan is a federation in form and unitary in spirit." Discuss it keeping in view the strengths and weakness of Federation of Pakistan. (2007)
  • What is “Judicial Activism”? Has it brought Pak-Judiciary in the state of morality in the recent past? Give suggestion for the independence of Judiciary. (2008)
  • Referring to the evolution of Political System, identify the commonalities among the martial law administrators of Pakistan? (2009)
  • Why military of Pakistan intervened in Pakistan's politics? What is the role of the present leadership to de-politicize army? Give specific measures. (2010)
  • What is meant by National Reconciliation? What are it's ingredients? Can we equate National Reconciliation with National Reconciliation Ordinance? (2010)
  • Compare and contrast the resistance movement of East Pakistan with the present movement of Baluchistan. Suggest remedies. (2010)
  • Through Allama Iqbal’s writings and views of Quaid-i-Azam explain their conceptual understanding about the Islamic state. Do you agree that their vision found some place while explaining the constitutional developments throughout the case of Pakistan’s political history? (2013)
  • Elucidate the difficulties in establishment of an Islamic order in Pakistan after independence. (2013)
  • Trace the history of the Muslim conquests of present day Pakistan areas highlighting their contributions in transforming the society and culture. (2013)
  • Give critical analysis of steps taken for Islamization in Pakistan since 1947. (2014)
  • Pakistan can become one of the richest countries of the world, if we make best use of our natural resources." Elaborate in the light of present situation of the Country. (2014)
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