Worship and Spiritual Development 1 What is the Arabic term commonly used for worship? (a) Ibadah (b) Tijarah (c) Qiyas (d) None of these 2 What is the primary purpose of worship in Islam? (a) Gaining social prestige (b) Worshipping Allah and seeking His pleasure (c) Acquiring wealth alone (d) None of these 3 Which…
Jihad: Meaning and Principles 1 What is the basic linguistic meaning of Jihad? (a) Migration only (b) Striving or exerting effort (c) Trade (d) None of these 2 Which Arabic root is associated with the word Jihad? (a) J-H-D (b) S-L-M (c) Z-K-W (d) None of these 3 What is the broad Islamic concept of…
Hajj and Its Significance 1 Which of the Five Pillars of Islam is the pilgrimage to Makkah? (a) Sawm (b) Zakat (c) Hajj (d) None of these 2 In which Islamic month is Hajj performed? (a) Ramadan (b) Shawwal (c) Muharram (d) Dhul-Hijjah 3 What is the central sacred structure around which pilgrims perform Tawaf?…
Zakat and Its Social Role 1 What does Zakat mean in Islamic terminology? (a) Purification and growth (b) Pilgrimage (c) Migration (d) None of these 2 Which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam? (a) Waqf (b) Zakat (c) Qiyas (d) None of these 3 What is the standard Zakat rate on qualifying monetary…
Fasting in Ramadan 1 What is fasting called in Arabic? (a) Sawm (b) Zakat (c) Hajj (d) None of these 2 In which Islamic month is obligatory fasting observed? (a) Shawwal (b) Ramadan (c) Muharram (d) None of these 3 Which Surah contains the principal Quranic command concerning Ramadan fasting? (a) Al-Fatihah (b) Al-Ikhlas (c)…
Use of Force in International Law 1. Meaning and Scope The use of force in international law concerns the circumstances in which states may lawfully threaten or employ armed force in their international relations. It is one of the most important areas of the contemporary legal order because it directly affects sovereignty, territorial integrity, international…
Recognition of States and Governments 1. Meaning of Recognition in International Relations Recognition is an act or process through which a state acknowledges a particular legal or political status in international relations. The term most commonly refers to recognition of a state as an international legal person or recognition of a government as the authority…
State Responsibility 1. Meaning and Definition State responsibility is the body of international law that determines when a state is legally responsible for conduct attributable to it that breaches an international obligation, and what legal consequences follow from that breach. The central framework is reflected in the International Law Commission’s 2001 Articles on Responsibility of…
Sources of International Law 1. Meaning of Sources of International Law Sources of international law are the recognized processes, practices, and legal materials through which international legal rules are identified and established. They help determine whether a particular principle is legally binding, what it requires, and how it should be interpreted. The principal reference is…
International Law 1. Meaning and Definition of International Law International law is the body of rules, principles, and norms that governs relations among states and other recognized participants in the international system. It establishes rights and obligations, regulates international cooperation, provides procedures for resolving disputes, and sets limits on the conduct of states during peace…
Central Asia and Eurasian Geopolitics Introduction Central Asia is a strategically important region connecting Europe, Russia, China, South Asia, the Middle East, and the Caspian Sea. Its location, energy resources, mineral wealth, transport corridors, and historical links with major powers make it an important arena of international politics. The five states generally classified as Central…
Islamic World and International Politics Introduction The Islamic world is an important subject in international relations because of its geographical reach, population, energy resources, commercial networks, cultural connections, and political diversity. Muslim-majority societies extend across parts of Asia, Africa, Europe, and other regions. Their governments have different political systems, economic capacities, strategic interests, and foreign…
Development and Human Development Introduction Development is a central concept in international relations, political economy, public policy, and global governance. It concerns the transformation of economies and societies to improve living standards, expand opportunities, strengthen institutions, and enhance human well-being. Historically, development was often measured primarily through economic growth, industrialization, and national income. Contemporary approaches…
Poverty and Global Inequality Introduction Poverty and inequality are central challenges in global development and international political economy. Poverty concerns the deprivation of resources and essential opportunities needed for an acceptable standard of living. Inequality concerns how income, wealth, opportunities, services, and power are distributed among people or groups. These concepts overlap but are not…
Global North and Global South Introduction The terms Global North and Global South are widely used in international relations, development studies, political economy, and debates about global governance. They provide a broad framework for discussing differences in economic power, historical experience, development opportunities, and influence over international institutions. These terms are not simply geographical descriptions….
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Balochistan Public Service Commission Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POST(s) OF BCS (EB) OFFICER B-17 / SECTION OFFICER B-17 ISLAMIAT Total Marks: 100 Saturday, January 31, 2009 Time Allowed: 03 Hours Note: Attempt any Five questions in total. Question No.1 is Compulsory. Attempt at-least One question from each section. Please be precise…
BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMBINED COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF BCS (EB) OFFICERS / SECTION OFFICERS (B-17) IN THE S&GAD ISLAMIAT DATE: JULY 23, 2019 TIME ALLOWED: 03 HOURS TOTAL MARKS: 100 Attempt any five questions in total (Question No. 1 is Compulsory) all questions carry equal marks (20 each)….
Balochistan Public Service Commission Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POST(s) OF BCS (EB) OFFICER B-17 ISLAMIAT Marks: 100 Friday, March 02, 2007 (02:30 PM) Time: 03 Hours Note: Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks. Q-1. Explain comprehensively that Islam is a Complete Code of Life. Q-2. What are the…
BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION 2021 FOR RECRUITMENT TO THE POSTS OF ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER/SECTION OFFICER (B-17) IN THE SERVICES & GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT ISLAMIAT Total Marks: 150 June 24, 2021 Time Allowed: 03 Hours NOTE: i Attempt FIVE Questions in all. Question No 1 is compulsory. ii All the parts (if any) of each…