Federal Public Service Commission
CSS Islamic History Culture Past Paper 2026
Optional · 80 marks · three hours
Original FPSC paper
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- Q. 2
Critically analyze the economic structure of Arab society before the dawn of Islam.
- Q. 3
Write a detailed note on the diplomatic strategy of Prophet Muhammad ( )ﷺas a head of state. Also discuss its impact in establishing a strong state of Madina.
- Q. 4
Explain the role of Shura in the political system of Islam under the Pious Caliphate period.
- Q. 5
Provide an overview of the reforms introduced by Hazrat Umar ( )رضي ا عنهfor public welfare. Also discuss their respective impacts.
- Q. 6
Shed light on the intellectual contribution of Muslim philosophers in the period of the Abbasids.
- Q. 7
What were the salient features of the administrative structure of the Ottoman Empire? What role did the Ottoman Administrative structure play in sustaining such a vast Empire?
- Q. 8
Propose measures to promote good relationships between Islam and the West. Also, discuss the underlying challenges.
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