CSS Pakistan Affairs Past Paper 2025

Instructions specific to this paper

• First attempt PART-I (MCQs) on separate OMR Answer Sheet which shall be taken back
• Overwriting/cutting of the options/answers will not be given credit.
• There is no negative marking. All MCQs must be attempted.
• Answers given anywhere else, other than OMR Answer Sheet, will not be considered.
• Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART-II. ALL questions carry EQUAL marks.

Questions

1. Q. 220 marks

   How did the Indus Waters Treaty (1960) affect water distribution and relations between Pakistan and India?

2. Q. 320 marks

   Examine the causes and consequences of the 1971 separation of East Pakistan, highlighting the role of regional and international players.

3. Q. 420 marks

   Explore the significance of CPEC (China-Pakistan Economic Corridor) for the economic development of Pakistan. What are its potential challenges and opportunities?

4. Q. 520 marks

   Analyze the demographic and cultural diversity of Pakistan and its impact on national integration and policymaking.

5. Q. 620 marks

   Critically evaluate the impact of Bhutto`s nationalization policy on the economy of Pakistan.

6. Q. 720 marks

   The Kashmir dispute is an unfinished agenda of the 1947 partition. Evaluate Pakistan's Kashmir policy for the solution of the problem.

7. Q. 820 marks

   Is media a curse or blessing? Critically evaluate its role in shaping public opinion and influencing political events in Pakistan in the 21st century.

Standard FPSC instructions

Printed on this and every CSS paper.

• Part-II is to be attempted on the separate Answer Book.
• All the parts (if any) of each question must be attempted at one place instead of at different places.
• Write Q. No. in the Answer Book in accordance with Q. No. in the question paper.
• No page/space be left blank between the answers. All the blank pages of the Answer Book must be crossed.
• Extra attempt of any question or any part of the attempted question will not be considered.