FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION 2023
FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN BS 17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, PAPER I
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS
PART I (MCQS): MAXIMUM 30 MINUTES
PART I (MCQS) MAXIMUM MARKS = 20
PART II MAXIMUM MARKS = 80
Note: (i) Part II is to be attempted on the separate Answer Book.
(ii) Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART II. ALL questions carry EQUAL marks.
(iii) All the parts (if any) of each Question must be attempted at one place instead of at different places.
(iv) Write Q. No. in the Answer Book in accordance with Q. No. in the Q. Paper.
(v) No Page/Space be left blank between the answers. All the blank pages of Answer Book must be crossed.
(vi) Extra attempt of any question or any part of the question will not be considered.
PART-II
Q. No. 2. Discuss the main principles of Constructivism in International Relations. Give acomparative analysis of constructivism and realism with examples. (20)
Q. No. 3. What are the best policy options to deal with asymmetrical warfare? (20)
Q. No. 4. Role of IMF in developing countries is a contested issue in academic research. What are some positive and negative implications on low income countries? (20)
Q. No. 5. Discuss the significance of IAEA. Critically evaluate its role in nuclear non-proliferation. (20)
Q. No. 6. Do you think global power structure is passing through transition? What are the contours of big powers strategic realignment? (20)
Q. No. 7. Discuss the concept of state sovereignty. What are the major arguments about non-interference in International Law? (20)
Q. No. 8. Does China’s rise challenge the global political system? What are the implications on Balance of Power Politics? (20)
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