Islamic History and Culture KP PMS Paper I 2025

KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
WRITTEN EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF PMS OFFICER / AETO BPS-17
(2025)
ISLAMIC HISTORY & CULTURE (PAPER-I)
Time Allowed: 03 Hours Total Marks: 100
Note:- Attempt any five questions.
Q.No.1 Describe the historical, theological, and jurisprudential significance of the life and teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). (20)
Q.No.2 Critically assess the administrative, political, and social dynamics during the foundational period of the Muslim state under the Khulafa-e-Rashideen. How effectively were these affairs managed? (20)
Q.No.3 Analyze the political and ideological differences that led to the emergence of the Umayyad dynasty. Discuss the key factors contributing to their rise to power. (20)
Q.No.4 Analyze the Ottoman Caliphate as the political framework of the state. Evaluate the salient features of its administrative system. (20)
Q.No.5 Analyze the administrative reforms and territorial expansions under Hazrat Umar (RA) and discuss their long-term impact on the structure of the Islamic Caliphate. (20)
Q.No.6 How did the major world civilizations influence the intellectual environment before Islam? Discuss. (20)
Q.No.7 Discuss the historical, theological and juristic value of Mu’atta Imam Malik. (20)
Q.No.8 Discuss the political, social and religious conditions of the Arabian peninsula before the dawn of Islam. (20)