KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

WRITTEN EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF PMS OFFICER / AETO BPS-17 (2025)

POLITICAL SCIENCE (PAPER-I)

Time Allowed: 03 Hours Total Marks: 100

Note:- Attempt five questions in all, selecting at least two from each section.
All questions carry equal marks.

Section – A

Q.No.1 (20)

Explain Aristotle’s concept of citizenship. What are the implications of Aristotle’s concept of citizenship for modern democracies?

Q.No.2 (20)

Examine the philosophical significance of Hobbes’ idea that life in a state of nature would be “nasty, brutish, and short”. How has this view influenced modern political thought?

Q.No.3 (20)

Al-Farabi is regarded as Muallim-i-Thani (the Second Teacher). Discuss his theory of leadership and qualities of the ideal ruler. To what extent does his political thought reflect both Islamic and Greek philosophical influences?

Q.No.4 (20)

Evaluate Ibn Khaldun’s contribution to Islamic political thought. To what extent can his ideas be regarded as a precursor to modern social and political theories?

Section – B

Q.No.5 (20)

Discuss the concept of the Islamic State. What major issues and challenges are associated with its interpretation and implementation in the modern world?

Q.No.6 (20)

Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah declared: “Pakistan is not going to be a unitary government. It will be a federal government, with residuary powers vested in the provinces.” Why? Analyze this statement in the context of Political Science.

Q.No.7 (20)

Define theory of Rights and Duties and explain the concept of Fundamental Rights in a National State.

Q.No.8 (20)

Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of democracy. What major challenges does democracy face in the modern world?