Islamic History and Culture KP PMS Paper II 2010

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COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR PROVINCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICE, 2010

ISLAMIC HISTORY & CULTURE, PAPER-II

Time Allowed: 03 Hours Max: Marks:100

NOTE Attempt any Five (05) questions, all questions carry equal marks:

Q.1:Describe the causes of the establishment of the Fatimid Caliphate in North Africa.

Q.2:Cordova says: “An old Arab writer is the bride of Andalusia” Elucidate.

Q.3:Discuss the contribution of the Muslims of Spain in Music and Calligraphy and its impact on the Europe.

Q.4:Briefly describe the intellectual and literary activities under the Fatimids.

Q.5:What were the causes which ultimately brought the downfall of Muslims in Spain?

Q.6:Do you agree with the view that Ibn Abi Rabi has only a theory of government but no theory of state. Elucidate.

Q.7:What is difference between Culture and Civilization? Describe the contribution of Muslim Civilization towards the betterment of humanity.