Economics KP PMS Paper II 2013

KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF

PROVINCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES (BPS-17)

Economics Paper-II (2013)

TIME ALLOWED: 03 HOURS MAX: MARKS: 100

Note: Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

Q1. Differentiate between Economic Development and Economic Growth. Discuss the various approaches which are used to measure Economic Development.

Q2. Define the concept of Green Revolution. Discuss importance and problems of Green Revolution in the underdeveloped economic like Pakistan.

Q3. Highlight the major issues of Industrial sector in Pakistan. Present critical analysis of the major fiscal and monetary measures taken by the various governments of Pakistan in order to promote Industrial sector.

Q4. a. Outline the features of foreign trade of Pakistan.

b. What measures the government of Pakistan has taken to promote exports?

Q5. Explain the Foreign Aid and its types in detail. Also give arguments against and for the Foreign Aid.

Q6. Differentiate between Privatization and Deregulation policies. Is Privatization policy useful for rapid growth in Pakistan? Explain.

Q7. Signify the importance of agriculture sector of Pakistan.

Q8. Write a note on the following

a. The role of migration and remittances in Pakistan’s economy

b. Absolute versus Relative poverty.