Post of AD(ISI) 2010 : Current Affairs (Paper-B)

[Jahanzebmemon]

Q no 1: During the last two decades, Indo-Israeli ties have developed into strategic alliance. Evaluate Indo-Israeli relations and its effects on Pakistan.

Q no 2: Lack of foresight and future planning in the past 30 years has led to the present energy crisis in the country. The situation is getting worse with every passing day where people have taken to the streets and have resorted to bloody riots. Briefly analyze present energy crisis and suggest ways for improvement.

Q no 3: Over the last few years Pakistan is facing acute water shortage mainly due to Indian overtures as well as changing weather patterns. With our main reliance on agriculture, lack of water is likely to leade to severe food shortage and energy related problems. Briefly analyze the water crisis facing Pakistan and suggest viable measures.

Q no 4: Has Iran reached a "Point of no return" on a nuclear weapons program, and does it really want to develop a nuclear capability or peaceful nuclear program? Also give an evaluation that could a military strike by Israel eliminate the Iranian nuclear threat?

Q no 5: The mushrooming of private channels in recent years has rapidly transformed our national media. However, a large segment of society feels that our media has not so far matured enough to effectively play the lead role for national harmony. Identify the factors leading to this newfound freedom and highlight the importance of free media. Also suggest possible measures in different fields for effectively using media as a mean to promote national integration.

Q no 6: Balochistan package name "Aghaaz-e-Haqooq Balochistan" was approved by the parliament of Pakistan. What effects can you visualize through implementation of proposed package.

Q no 7: Pakistan-India troubled relations over the years have resulted in adding of further dimensions. What are Pakistan's main concerns about India at present and how can these be remedied.

Q no 8: India is carrying out a lot of investment in Afghanistan in order to increase her ingress/influence. Enumerate various activities being carried out by India in Afghanistan.

Q no 9: Briefly explain effects on Pakistan's economy in the backdrop of Global Financial Crisis.

Q no 10: Enumerate following:

a) Any five land transit points from Pakistan into neighboring countries.
b) The three Eastern and the three Western rivers of Pakistan.
c) Any six thermal plants generating electricity across Pakistan.

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Q no 2: Lack of foresight and future planning in the past 30 years has led to the present energy crisis in the country. The situation is getting worse with every passing day where people have taken to the streets and have resorted to bloody riots. Briefly analyze present energy crisis and suggest ways for improvement.


WELL I DID NOT APPEAR IN THE EXAM . I WAS SELECTED LAST YEAR BUT WAS MADE AS SUBJECT TO MEDICAL FITNESS. ANYWAYS I TRIED TO ATTEMPT PAPER.
Answer can be divided in four para graphs.

First Paragraph:
Effective planning is main thing to achieve targets. But unfortunately in our political and administrative setup lack of effective planing to achieve rapid growth and success is prevailing, and energy crises is the outcome of this lack of effective planning. In last 30 years the successive governments tried to solve the energy issue in short term basis just to popularize their respective governments and neglected long term solution. Kala Bagh Dam is one of the example of it including high rates of IPPS and dependence of oil based power plants which costs energy more than it can be produced through hydel power .

Second Paragraph:
The crises which grown up to maturity since last three decades have created big problem for the government to handle, peoples on streets demonstrating, strikes, riots, bloodshed , destroying government installations all these not only harming the individuals but also harming the economic growth of the country ,because economic growth largely depends upon the energy availability in any country. These protests giving serious setback to government credibility on micro level and country image on macro level.
Third Paragraph:
Present energy crises is due to lack planning in past and not giving serious attention to solve it on long term basis, merely energy consumption cannot solve the issue alone as it is only a short term solution , the need of hour is to take concrete steps in solving the issue on long term basis. The current energy crises is also due to natural phenomenon which is beyond man's control but it should not be make as an excuse for problem solving, its due to lack of unity among provinces as to cite one example of Kala Bagh. Large dependence on oil based power plants resulting in high cost of energy production which leads to energy crises in the shape of expensive electricity.

Fourth Paragraph:
Now the solution for energy crises. Points are as under:
Short term:
More Energy Consumption
Projects of Solar Energy,Wind Energy (It have huge potential in Pakistan)

Long Term:
Dams should be built with conses like kala Bagh,Basha Dam.
Coal Energy
Nuclear Energy


Hydal power is the most cheapest energy resource and emphasizes should be on to built more dams which have dual advantage. Energy produced from coal and nuclear should be second in preference as its expensive than hydal but it should not be ignored because mere reliance on hydal is also not a good option.


REST OF QUESTIONS NEXT TIME...

[theelegant444]

Originally Posted by 6561

Q no 2: Lack of foresight and future planning in the past 30 years has led to the present energy crisis in the country. The situation is getting worse with every passing day where people have taken to the streets and have resorted to bloody riots. Briefly analyze present energy crisis and suggest ways for improvement.
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@ 6561

Well great attempt man. One thing quite obvious to me is that the subjective portion is just asked to evaluate your skills of writing because this job requires colossal report writing.

To me, the m.cq portion would make a difference

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QUESTION NUMBER 6

Q no 6: Balochistan package name "Aghaaz-e-Haqooq Balochistan" was approved by the parliament of Pakistan. What effects can you visualize through implementation of proposed package.

Key Points of Balochistan Package:


Administrative:
Halt of Cantonments in parts of Kohlu and dera bugti.
federal government announce withdrawal of army from Sui distric.
inquiry by the superior judiciary into the murder of Baloch political workers Ghulam Moammad, Lala Munir and Munir Ahmed.
fact-finding commission headed by a retired judge of the Supreme Court to determine 'the circumstances leading to the death of Nawab Akbar Bugti.


Political:
Release of those prisoners who are detained and are involved in heinous crimes and acts of terrorism.

Conciliation with leaders who are in exile provided not involve in heinous crimes and acts of terrorism.
dialogue with all major stakeholders in the political spectrum of the province to bring them into the mainstream of politics.

Constitutional:
5000 jobs for youth of Balochistan.
constitutional amendments about provincial autonomy being considered by the parliamentary committee be addressed immediately.
Local Govt.ordinance according to the norms of Balochistan.
NFC award.

Effects or Expected results:

Political harmony can be achieved.
Peace can be achieved through proper implementation of key clauses.
Reduce in Poverty.
Goodwill of peoples can be raised.
Confidence between Center and Provincial Govt. and peoples can be raised.
After goodwill and confidence major differences can b removed.
Anti state activities by unemployed youth will greatly be reduced positive after creation of 5000 jobs
effects on anti punjab and anti pakistan sentiments.

This will be like a major contribution to solve the Baluchistan issue but to make a success key clauses of the package should be implemented as soon as possible to redress the aggrieved segment of society ,otherwise it will be further increase the problem if promises are not fullfilled.

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QUESTION NUMBER 10

three Western Rivers
the Indus
the Jhelum
Chenab and

three Eastern Rivers
the Sutlej
the Beas
the Ravi

Thermal Power Plants

Jamshoro Thermal Power Station
Muzaffargarh Thermal Power Station
Guddu Thermal Power Station.
KEPCO
HUB Company
Any five land transit points from Pakistan into neighboring countries.
Chaman
Torkham
Wagha
Wazirstan area Ghulam khan "not sure"
Through Silk Route to china

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QUESTION NUMBER 08

Q no 8: India is carrying out a lot of investment in Afghanistan in order to increase her ingress/influence. Enumerate various activities being carried out by India in Afghanistan

Interests of India in Afghanistan and reasons of influence
First of all it have economic reason..Because:
it will give easy access to the oil and rich minerals of central asia.
access to Indian companies for business.

Second Political and historical reason... Because:
India have good relations with Afghanistan right from the independence except the era of Taliban.

Third with reference to Pakistan.....Because:
Good friendly relations with Kabul and immense influence in Afghanistan affairs will have repercussions for Pakistan so as hostile relations with Pakistan, India could get benefit from it.

Various carried out by India in Afghanistan :
*strengthening cooperation in the fields of rural development, education
*$50 million to promote bilateral businesses between India and Afghanistan in 2006
*$750 million aid package in 2006
*India supported Afghanistan to become a member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation.
*during 15th SAARC summit, India pledged another $450 million as aid.
*Investment in education sector like establishment of agriculture university first in Afghanistan.
*opening of Consulate in different cities.
*training of afghan security forces.
*investment in Infrastructure development.
*India is Afghanistan's fifth-largest donor
*construction of the Zaranj-Delaram highway .
*construction of Afghanistan's new parliament building .
*Salma Dam power project in Herat .
* training of diplomats and civil servants.
*support in the areas of health .
* support in education and transportation
* support in telecommunications
* Film industry
* improving intelligence network in Afghanistan
*many more.

REST OF ANSWERS I WILL POST AS I GET TIME.

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@ theelegant444
Hmm...i have no idea about criteria..wat they will do...:-)

[sumair shah]

BALOCHISTAN PACKAGE

1.Conflict 1948
2.conflict 1959
3.conflict 1963
4.conflict 1974
5.conflict 2004

So two stakholders of balochistan package 1.the Baloch nationalists fighting since 1948 for contoll of resources and want to govern balochistan
2. the unemployed people

Effect of package
Not interested in package they wont pacify bloodsheds and they don't want a job but entire balochistan

2nd group will be benefited govt will confidence of this group etc etc

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QNO7 :Pakistan-India troubled relations over the years have resulted in adding of further dimensions. What are Pakistan's main concerns about India at present and how can these be remedied.

Pakistan India Relations :
Troubled relations and new dimensions:
Details...........................

Concerns of Pakistan over India:
* water issue between Two countries and Pakistan's concerns.
* Involvement in internal affairs e.g Balochistan insurgency.
* Blame Game.
* Indian massive induction of advanced weapon systems.
* Kashmir.
* Siachen.
* Sir Creek.
* Firing,shelling on lOC. like on sialkot sector,kashmir sector.
* India's deep involvement in the affairs of Afghanistan.
* Terrorism
* concern over India's arms buildup.
* India's sincerity in dialogue process
* Misc.
Remedies:

* Sincerity is needed.
* Peoples to Peoples Interaction should be promoted.
* Stop the blame game.
* Non interference in the internal affairs of each other.
* Flexibility should be shown by both the countries.
* Give and Take policy should also be considered.
* First try to resolve non core issues then move to solve core issues.
* More confidence building measures.
* Frequent meeting at Govt. Level and it should not be interpreted at any cost.
* Bilateral trade should be increased.
* Establishment of free trade zone between the two countries.
* Students visits.
* Media role in promoting peace between two countries.
* Misc.

[abdul.rauf]

Originally Posted by 6561

QUESTION NUMBER 10

three Western Rivers
the Indus
the Jhelum
Chenab and

three Eastern Rivers
the Sutlej
the Beas
the Ravi

Thermal Power Plants

Jamshoro Thermal Power Station
Muzaffargarh Thermal Power Station
Guddu Thermal Power Station.
KEPCO
HUB Company
Any five land transit points from Pakistan into neighboring countries.
Chaman
Torkham
Wagha
Wazirstan area Ghulam khan "not sure"
Through Silk Route to china

5 land transit points

Chaman, Torkham, Khunjerab, Wagah and Khokhrapar

Six Thermal power plants
Jamshoro, Kot Addu, Bin qasim, HUB, Muzaffargarh and Guddu

3 Eastern Rivers

Indus, Chanab, Jehlum

3 Western Rivers

Ravi, Sutlej, Beas

[Hussain Shah]

Originally Posted by 6561

QNO7 :Pakistan-India troubled relations over the years have resulted in adding of further dimensions. What are Pakistan's main concerns about India at present and how can these be remedied.
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Remedies:

* Sincerity is needed.
* Peoples to Peoples Interaction should be promoted.
* Stop the blame game.
* Non interference in the internal affairs of each other.
* Flexibility should be shown by both the countries.
* Give and Take policy should also be considered.
* First try to resolve non core issues then move to solve core issues.
* More confidence building measures.
* Frequent meeting at Govt. Level and it should not be interpreted at any cost.
* Bilateral trade should be increased.
* Establishment of free trade zone between the two countries.
* Students visits.
* Media role in promoting peace between two countries.
* Misc.

In the Remedies, you did not discuss the root casue of all the disputes i.e. Jammu & Kashmir disputes. In my humble opinion, you should discuss the soltuion of J&K dispute without which answer of the question is incomplete.

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@Husaain Shah.
Well read question again. it contains concerns which are present and Kashmir is included in it along with the issues i mentioned. and then the solution or remedies,well i mentioned first try to resolve non core issues then move to core issue and Kashmir is a core issue. i hope you got my point. and giving detailed solution of Kashmir issue will not b a good option as regarding the nature of question is concern.