KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
WRITTEN EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF PMS OFFICER / AETO BPS-17
(2025)
ECONOMICS (PAPER-II)
Time Allowed: 03 Hours Total Marks: 100
Note:- Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
Q.No.1 Explain the concept of trade elasticities. Does currency depreciation necessarily result in positive exports and negative imports in Pakistan? (20)
Q.No.2 Is Pakistan an investment friendly country and what are the basis for inviting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)? Explain and critically evaluate the pattern of FDI in Pakistan. (20)
Q.No.3 “Economic growth is a short run phenomenon while economic development is a long term process”. Elaborate the statement. (20)
Q.No.4 Critically evaluate the process of privatization in Pakistan for the development of the economy. Make a comparative analysis of privatization and nationalization. (20)
Q.No.5 How can you relate income inequality with poverty? What policy measures can be taken to reduce poverty and income inequality in Pakistan? (20)
Q.No.6 What is Balance of Payment (BoP). What are its major accounts? What measures are to be taken to improve the Balance of Payment deficit of Pakistan? (20)
Q.No.7 Define electricity tariff design and briefly explain the electricity tariff categories in Pakistan. Give an insight on the Pakistan’s electricity tariff structure and power sector challenges. (20)
Q.No.8 Define the Green Revolution and critically analyze its impact on Pakistan’s economic development. Discuss how agricultural modernization influenced productivity, rural livelihood, and industrial growth while highlighting its social and environmental challenges. (20)