iam appearing first time my optionals are
muslim history
psychology
journalism
sindhi

Attempting for the first time. My optional subjects are

British History
Geography
International Law
Punjabi

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Good Combination...dear
British History is somewhat lengthy but no worry. The exam demands you extensive study. Fulfil the demand and win laurels. Best wishes!

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"But screw your courage to the sticking place,
And we'll not fail." _Shakespeare, 'Macbeth')

Appearing for the first time. Initially I was thinking about appearing in 2016. But as per parents wish I'm going to attempt this upcoming year. I know I have short time but I think I can do it. But I'm having a little problem with finalizing my optionals. So I'm open for suggestions from seniors.
Psychology
Public Administration
Journalism
Sociology
International Law/Sindhi (this is where i need a little help)

I don't have enough time. And have to go through a lot of books so I am looking for a subject I can cover in short time. I like International law subject and I think it will definitely help in my other subjects including Current Affairs and Essay. But I'm not sure if this subject can be covered in short time.. well, if it can be then guide me in this regard.. I am not much interested in Sindhi subject even though it's high scoring so please help me out in here.. thanks

And about your Essay preparation question:
In first few days I'm going to work upon techniques of better writing. Then I'll proceed towards making a probable list of topics/areas where I should be focusing. Then after reading and collecting data (as fast as i can) I'll move towards daily attempting essays on those topics (I won't select topic on my own, my friends will.. so I won't know what topic I am going to get). At first I am going to give myself 2 and half hours for completing essay and then I will try it to complete it within 2 hours so that in exam I won't have time management issues which I often face. As far as source of reading is concerned I will refer to Newspapers, JWT, and contemporary affairs book (for background for some evergreen topics).

My Optionals are:

1. Political Science
2. Indo-Pak History
3. Economics

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Azam Khattak

First attempt. Optionals are
1. Psychology
2. British History
3. Mercantile Law
4. International Law

2nd attempt..
optional subjects are: Psychology, Islamic History and Culture, Forestry, Sindhi..

Essay strategy: reading newspapers, articles, periodicals and magazines.
list of topics...work on outline and introduction.

First attempt
Economics
Geography
Indo-Pak History

It's my first attempt ... just graduated as a mechanical engineer and its been a week since i started my prep...
I am going for:
Public Admin
Sociology
Journalism
International Law
Islamic History & Culture

Good Selection regarding optionals. Now prepare well and get success.

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"But screw your courage to the sticking place,
And we'll not fail." _Shakespeare, 'Macbeth')