PAK301 Final Term Paper 2010 - Pakistan Studies

PAK301 - Pakistan Studies Question Paper - Final Term Examination  

Spring 2010 (Session - 2)

Time: 90 min

M = Marks= 55

    
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 1    ( M -  1 )   
 “The political right of the majority to the exercise of power within the boundaries of a generally accepted political unit, area, or territory”.
Which one of the following highlights the above definition?
       ► Decolonization
       ► Right of self-determination
       ► Freedom movement
       ► Anti –colonialism
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 2    ( M -  1 )   
 When did the rule of East India Company come into end in the British India?
       ► In 1857
       ► In 1858
       ► In 1947
       ► In 1948
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 3    ( M -  1 )   
 In which year the mosque in KANPUR was demolished?
       ► In 1911
       ► In 1913
       ► In 1916
       ► In 1908  
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 4    ( M -  1 )   
Why was the Mission send in 1945 called as Cabinet Mission Plan?
       ► It was recommended by the British Cabinet
       ► It consisted of three British Cabinet's members
       ► It consisted of the members of Indian Cabinet
       ► It was recommended by British Indian Cabinet
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 5    ( M -  1 )   
 Who imposed the longest martial law in Pakistan?
       ► General Ayub Khan
       ► General Yahya Khan
       ► General Zia-Ul-Haq
       ► General Pervaiz Musharraf
    
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 6    ( M -  1 )   
 When the system of Local government was abolished from Pakistan?
       ► In 1977
       ► In 1979
       ► In 1981
       ► In 1983                       vuzs
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 7    ( M -  1 )   
 When did Zia’s military government hold presidential referendum in Pakistan?
       ► In 1983
       ► In 1979
       ► In 1984
       ► In 1985
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 8    ( M -  1 )   
 For what purpose Wardha Educational Scheme was introduced by Hindus?
       ► To convert Muslims into Hinduism through primary educational literature
       ► To preach the basics of Hindu religion at the primary level
       ► To convert Sikhs into Hinduism through primary educational literature
       ► To convert the British into Hinduism through primary educational literature
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 9    ( M -  1 )   
 When was the report on Muslims sufferings presented by Fazal-e-Haq?
       ► In December, 1939
       ► In March, 1939
       ► In March, 1938
       ► In October, 1939
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 10    ( M -  1 )   
 How many members of the First Constituent Assembly were increased after the 1947?
       ► From 49 to 59
       ► From 59 to 69
       ► From 69 to 79
       ► From 39 to 49
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 11    ( M -  1 )   
 What was the basic objective of the appointment of Mountbatten as Viceroy in 1947?
       ► To prolong British rule in India
       ► Because he was a good administrator
       ► To wind up the British rule in India
       ► Because he was affiliated with Congress
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 12    ( M -  1 )   
 What is literacy rate of Pakistan?
       ► 40%
       ► 46%
       ► 50%
       ► 56%
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 13    ( M -  1 )   
 What is meant by Distance Education?


       ► Education through phone       
       ► Education through post mail
       ► Education through TV and Internet
       ► All of them
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 14    ( M -  1 )   
  How many kinds of education are there in Pakistan?
       ► 8
       ► 6
       ► 4
       ► 2
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 15    ( M -  1 )   
 Who was the president of Pakistan in 1958?
       ► Field Martial Ayub Khan
       ► Ghulam Muhammad
       ► Iskander Mirza
       ► None of these
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 16    ( M -  1 )    
 When did military assume power in Pakistan for the first time?
       ► On 23 March, 1956
       ► On 17 February, 1960
       ► On 7 October, 1958
       ► On 14 August, 1956
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 17    ( M -  1 )   
 What was sure about Pakistan?

       ► That Pakistan would be An Islamic state
       ► That Pakistan would be A secular state
       ► That Pakistan would be A democratic state
       ► That Pakistan would be An Islamic democratic state

PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 18    ( M -  1 )   
 Who was the first president of Pakistan?
       ► Ayub Khan
       ► Iskander Mirza
       ► Ghulam Mohammad  
       ► Khawaja Nazimuddin        
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 19    ( M -  1 )   
 Which constitutional body in Pakistan enjoys only advisory capacity?
       ► National Assembly
       ► Senate
       ► National Security Council
       ► Supreme Court
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 20    ( M -  1 )   
 In which year the incident of "Chaura Chori" took place?
       ► In 1919
       ► In 1920
       ► In 1922
       ► In 1924
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 21    ( M -  2 )
 Briefly tell about the Relations between Pakistan and Egypt?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 22    ( M -  2 )
 Write a very brief note on Land Reforms in Pakistan
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 23    ( M -  2 )
 What was the total strength of the National Assembly under the 1956 Constitution?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 24    ( M -  2 )
 Draw attention to Junagarh issue.
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 25    ( M -  3 )
 Briefly tell about the issue of Islamic or Secular status of Pakistan as a State?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 26    ( M -  3 )
 Write down some line about the educational career of Allama Iqbal.   
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 27    ( M -  3 )
 Write a note on the Geographical location of Pakistan.
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 28    ( M -  3 )
 Write a brief note on the process of Industrialization during Bhutto regime.

PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 29    ( M -  5 )
 What do you know about the River/Cannal System in Pakistan?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 30    ( M -  5 )
 Write a note on the industrialization in Pakistan during Bhutto and Zia’s regimes.
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 31    ( M -  5 )
 Outline the criticism raised against the First Report of Basic Principle Committee.

PAK301 VU Current Final Paper Spring july 2012

PAPER 1:

Paper consisted of 43 Questions 30 MCQs 4 Q’s of 2 marks 4 Q’s of 3 marks and 5 Q’s of 5 marks. Total (75 marks)

Some of the Mcqs were from past papers but most of them were new.

1-Write not on Pakistan-UAE relationship.

2-Industrialization during bhutto regime.

3-Write short note on Industrialization progress between 1999-2008.

4-Ayub khan’s reforms in education.

5-Fundamental rights in 1956 Constitution.

6-Islamic provision of 1973 constitution.

7-What was the issue of Separate and joint electorate in the beginning of Pakistan?

8-Write 5 features of Objectives resolution.

9-Write nor on RCD that was renamed as ECO.

10-Background of 1973 constitution.

11-Muhammad ali bogra formula.

12-Pakistan’s role on war on terror.

13-Write note on natural resources of Pakistan.

PAPER 2:

Total 43 Question
30MCQ
(31) What did Muslim gain the Lucknow Pact? (2marks)
(32) Very short explain Pakistan textile industry. (2marks)
(33) What are the two major crops of Pakistan? (2marks)
(34) Explain the issue of Federalism at the initial stage of Pakistan. (2marks)
(35) Highlight the Shahabudine commission set up by Ayub khan in 1960. (3marks)
(36) Give a brief description of the river system of Pakistan. (3marks)
(37) What are the situations of resource or buget allocation for education in Pakistan? (3marks)
(38) What do you know about the civil Disobedience movement? (3marks)
(39) Write a note on the industrialization in Pakistan during Bhitta and Zia’s regimes? (5marks)
(40) What do know about the Kashmir issue? (5marks)
(41) Describe the strategic importance of Pakistan. Height the neighbors. (5marks)
(42) First constituent assembly of Pakistan (1947-54)? (5marks)
(43) Draw attention towards the election of 1937? (5marks)

PAPer 3

Paper consisted of 43 Questions 30 MCQs 4 Q’s of 2 marks 4 Q’s of 3 marks and 5 Q’s of 5 marks. Total (75 marks)

Some of the Mcqs were from past papers but most of them were new.

1-Write not on Pakistan-UAE relationship.

2-Industrialization during bhutto regime.

3-Write short note on Industrialization progress between 1999-2008.

4-Ayub khan’s reforms in education.

5-Fundamental rights in 1956 Constitution.

6-Islamic provision of 1973 constitution.

7-What was the issue of Separate and joint electorate in the beginning of Pakistan?

8-Write 5 features of Objectives resolution.

9-Write nor on RCD that was renamed as ECO.

10-Background of 1973 constitution.

11-Muhammad ali bogra formula.

12-Pakistan’s role on war on terror.

13-Write note on natural resources of Pakistan.

PAPER 4:

In which year, separate and joint electorate allowed by national assembly?

Don’t remember the options

When did Industrial Development Bank establish in Pakistan?

► 1970

► 1950

► 1949

► 1961

How many seats were captured by Awami League in the general elections of 1970?

► 81 seats

► 160 seats

► 162 seats

► 138 seats

Which mineral resource is used in chemical industry?

► Iron Ore

► Chromites

► Sulphur

► Gypsum

Which states accept first and head visit to Pakistan?

► Libya

► Turkey

► Afghanistan

► Iran

What is the original strength of National Assembly now in Pakistan?

► 300 members

► 320 members

► 342 members

► 345 members

When did India and Pakistan sign Indus Basin Treaty?

► September, 1960

► October, 1960

► November, 1960

► December, 1960

Who was the chief minister of Punjab during the rule of Congress Ministries?

► A. K. Fazal-e-Haq

► Sir Sikander Hayat Khan

► Sir Saad Ullah

► Khizar Hayat Tiwana

Who presented the Pirpur report?

Raja Syed Muhammad Mehdi

Shafi brothers

K. Fazal-e-Haq

Sir yed ahmad khan

How much people percentage is attached to agriculture?

More than 50 Percent

More than 60 percent

More than 40 percent

More than 70 percent

In which document Muslims demand of separate electorate was accepted?

Lucknow pact

Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan joined the ECO (renamed of RCD) later on. Which one of the following joined it first?

Pakistan, Iran, Turkey

Pakistan, Egypt, Iran

Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan

Iran, Turkey, Egypt

What is meant by Distance Education?

Education through phone

Education through post mail

Education through TV and Internet

All of them

What does the term “Ghost School” Stand for?
Number of schools exists on papers only

It is a myth only

Where Ghosts live

None of them

SHORT AND LONG QUESTIONS

Write about Jinnah Gandhi talk?  2 marks

What do you know about land reforms in Pakistan? 2 marks

Describe shortly about distance education? 2 marks

Shed some light on defense industry of Pakistan? 3 marks

Describe Geographical location of Pakistan? 3 marks

What do you know about division of Pakistan and Indian military assets? 3 marks

Do you think we need revised infrastructure in Pakistan, define? 5 marks

Give brief description about nature of Pakistan nuclear policy? 5 marks

Write a note on the problems in Zia’s regimes? 5 marks

PAK301- Pakistan Studies-Midterm-Subjective-Paper(2-12-2011)

1. How was the response of Muslim League over Cabinet Mission Plan, 1946?       2 Marks
2. Shortly explain the Third Roundtable Conference (1932).                 2 Marks
3. Write down the names of the members of the Simla Deputation.        2 Marks
4. Briefly discuss the views of Chaudhry Rehmet Ali for the State of Pakistan.          3 Marks
5. Shortly explain the division of military assets between India and Pakistan after Independence. 3 Marks
6. Draw attention towards the Jallianwala Bagh Incident (1919).                5 Marks
7. Point out the main features Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, 1919.          5 Marks

PAK301 – Pakistan Studies Midterm Solved Paper 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 1       
 Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan joined the ECO (renamed of RCD) later on. Which one of the following joined it first?
 
Pakistan, Iran, Turkey  
Pakistan, Egypt, Iran
Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan
Iran, Turkey, Egypt

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 2       
 In which city the Second OIC conference 1974 was held?
Cairo
Makah
Rabat
Lahore
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 3       
 Who did initiate the notion of Two Nation Theory? 
 
Quaid-e-Azam 
Sir Syed Ahmed Khan 
Allama Iqbal 
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 4       
 In which document Muslims' demand of Separate Electorate was accepted? 
Rowlett Act 
Lucknow Pact 
Nehru Report 
Fourteen Points


Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 5       
 Who did lead The Simla Delegation? 
Sir Syed Ahmed Khan  
Nawab Mohsin-ul-Mulk 
Sir Agha Khan 
Wiqar-ul-Mulk 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 6     
  How many seats, in the provincial assembly elections 1946, Muslim League won in Bengal Province?
79 out of 86 seats 
113 out of 119 seats
28 out of 35 seats 
17 out of 38 seats 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 7       
 Who did move the resolution in Delhi Convention for a separate state? 
Hussain Shaheed Suharwardy 
Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad 
Quaid-e-Azam M. A. Jinnah 
Sardar Abdurrab Nishtar 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 8       
 When did the govt conduct last census in Pakistan? 
In 1991 
In 2001 
In 1998 
In 2004 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 9       
 Which element is used for atomic power generation? 
Platinum 
Uranium
Lithium 
Potassium  

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 10       
 When did Zial-ul-Haq impose third martial law in Pakistan? 
On July, 5 1979 
On July, 5 1977 
On April, 4 1979 
On April, 4 1977 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 11       
 When the Principle of Usher or agricultural tax was introduced on agricultural production? 
In 1981 
In 1984 
In 1983
In 1985 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 12      
 Why did the Congress Ministries resign in 1939?
Because there was agitation by Muslim League 
The British government pressurized the ministries to resign 
The British declared war on behalf of India without consulting Congress
There were organizational problems in Congress Party 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 13       
 When did Iqbal present his famous Allahabad Address? 
December 30, 1930
November 30, 1930 
October 30, 1930 
September 30, 1930 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 14       
 What was the reaction of Non-Muslims on The Objectives Resolution?
Highly appreciated by the non-Muslims
Highly condemned by the non-Muslims
No response was given
None of these

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 15       
 What does BPC stand for?
Basic Primary Constitution
Basic Parliament Commission
Basic Permanent Committee
Basic Principle Committee

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 16       
 In which year Jinnah declared Urdu as the National Language of Pakistan?
1947
1948
1949
1950 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 17       
 What is meant by Distance Education? 
Education through phone
Education through post mail
Education through TV and Internet
All of them

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 18       
What does the term “Ghost School” Stand for?
 
Number of schools exist on papers only
It is a myth only
Where Ghosts live
None of them

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 19       
 In which year Industrial Development Board was formed in Pakistan?
 
1960
1958
1950
1948
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Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 20       
 What is the minimum age of the president of Pakistan according to the Constitution of 1956? 
45 years 
40 years 
50 years 
35 years 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 21       
 Which Constitution of Pakistan is described as the presidential type constitution?  
The Constitution of 1956 
The Constitution of 1962 
The Constitution of 1973 
The Objectives Resolution 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 22       
 Which constitutional document is described as Magna Carta in the constitutional history of Pakistan?
The Constitution of 1956 
The Constitution of 1962 
The Objectives Resolution 1949 
The Constitution of 1973 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 23   
 When did Muhammad Ali Bogra become the Prime Minister of Pakistan? 
In October, 1951 
In April, 1953
In August, 1955 
In September, 1956 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 24
 When did the Indian Army invade East Pakistan? 
In December 1971 
In November, 1971 
In August, 1971 
In September, 1971 
Reference : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Army#Indo-Pakistani_War_of_1971
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 25 
 When did Balouchistan become a full fledged province of Pakistan? 
In 1968 
In 1969 
In 1970 
In 1971 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 26 
 How many seats were captured by Pakistan Peoples Party in the general elections of 1970? 
81 seats
160 seats 
162 seats 
138 seats 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 27   
 When did the Second Basic Principles Committee present its final report? 
In September, 1952 
In December, 1952
In August, 1952 
In April, 1952 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 28
 When the four provinces of West Pakistan were amalgamated into One Unit? 
In December, 1955 
In October, 1955 
In August, 1955 
In March, 1955 

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 29 
 When the Joint Electorate was adopted for all Pakistan by the National Assembly? 
1954 
1955 
1956 
1957 
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Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 30
 What is the original strength of National Assembly now in Pakistan? 
300 members
320 members 
342 members 
345 members

Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 31    ( Marks: 2 )   
Who was justice shabudin?
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 32    ( Marks 2 )   
Define Modern Technology Education
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 33    ( Marks: 2)   
Define Two Major Crops
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 34    ( Marks: 3 )   
Define Distinct Education
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 35    ( Marks: 5 )   
Describe Mohd Ali Bagora Formula
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 36    ( Marks: 5 )   
Describe Foreign Policy
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 37    ( Marks: 5 )   
Describe Foreign Policy
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 38    ( Marks: 5 )   
Describe Bpc 2nd Report
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 39    ( Marks: 10 )   
Define natural resources of Pakistan?
Pak301 - Pak Studies - Question No.: 40    ( Marks: 10 )   
Write a paragraph on Constitution of 1973?

PAK301 - Pakistan Studies Question Paper - Final Term

PAK301 - Pakistan Studies Question Paper - Final Term Examination  

Spring 2010 (Session - 2)

Time: 90 min

M = Marks= 55

    
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 1    ( M -  1 )   
 “The political right of the majority to the exercise of power within the boundaries of a generally accepted political unit, area, or territory”.
Which one of the following highlights the above definition?
       ► Decolonization
       ► Right of self-determination
       ► Freedom movement
       ► Anti –colonialism
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 2    ( M -  1 )   
 When did the rule of East India Company come into end in the British India?
       ► In 1857
       ► In 1858
       ► In 1947
       ► In 1948
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 3    ( M -  1 )   
 In which year the mosque in KANPUR was demolished?
       ► In 1911
       ► In 1913
       ► In 1916
       ► In 1908  
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 4    ( M -  1 )   
Why was the Mission send in 1945 called as Cabinet Mission Plan?
       ► It was recommended by the British Cabinet
       ► It consisted of three British Cabinet's members
       ► It consisted of the members of Indian Cabinet
       ► It was recommended by British Indian Cabinet
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 5    ( M -  1 )   
 Who imposed the longest martial law in Pakistan?
       ► General Ayub Khan
       ► General Yahya Khan
       ► General Zia-Ul-Haq
       ► General Pervaiz Musharraf
    
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 6    ( M -  1 )   
 When the system of Local government was abolished from Pakistan?
       ► In 1977
       ► In 1979
       ► In 1981
       ► In 1983                       vuzs
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 7    ( M -  1 )   
 When did Zia’s military government hold presidential referendum in Pakistan?
       ► In 1983
       ► In 1979
       ► In 1984
       ► In 1985
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 8    ( M -  1 )   
 For what purpose Wardha Educational Scheme was introduced by Hindus?
       ► To convert Muslims into Hinduism through primary educational literature
       ► To preach the basics of Hindu religion at the primary level
       ► To convert Sikhs into Hinduism through primary educational literature
       ► To convert the British into Hinduism through primary educational literature
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 9    ( M -  1 )   
 When was the report on Muslims sufferings presented by Fazal-e-Haq?
       ► In December, 1939
       ► In March, 1939
       ► In March, 1938
       ► In October, 1939
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 10    ( M -  1 )   
 How many members of the First Constituent Assembly were increased after the 1947?
       ► From 49 to 59
       ► From 59 to 69
       ► From 69 to 79
       ► From 39 to 49
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 11    ( M -  1 )   
 What was the basic objective of the appointment of Mountbatten as Viceroy in 1947?
       ► To prolong British rule in India
       ► Because he was a good administrator
       ► To wind up the British rule in India
       ► Because he was affiliated with Congress
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 12    ( M -  1 )   
 What is literacy rate of Pakistan?
       ► 40%
       ► 46%
       ► 50%
       ► 56%
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 13    ( M -  1 )   
 What is meant by Distance Education?


       ► Education through phone        vuzs
       ► Education through post mail
       ► Education through TV and Internet
       ► All of them
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 14    ( M -  1 )   
  How many kinds of education are there in Pakistan?
       ► 8
       ► 6
       ► 4
       ► 2
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 15    ( M -  1 )   
 Who was the president of Pakistan in 1958?
       ► Field Martial Ayub Khan
       ► Ghulam Muhammad
       ► Iskander Mirza
       ► None of these
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 16    ( M -  1 )    
 When did military assume power in Pakistan for the first time?
       ► On 23 March, 1956
       ► On 17 February, 1960
       ► On 7 October, 1958
       ► On 14 August, 1956
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 17    ( M -  1 )   
 What was sure about Pakistan?

       ► That Pakistan would be An Islamic state
       ► That Pakistan would be A secular state
       ► That Pakistan would be A democratic state
       ► That Pakistan would be An Islamic democratic state
   vuzs.net
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 18    ( M -  1 )   
 Who was the first president of Pakistan?
       ► Ayub Khan
       ► Iskander Mirza
       ► Ghulam Mohammad  
       ► Khawaja Nazimuddin        
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 19    ( M -  1 )   
 Which constitutional body in Pakistan enjoys only advisory capacity?
       ► National Assembly
       ► Senate
       ► National Security Council
       ► Supreme Court
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 20    ( M -  1 )   
 In which year the incident of "Chaura Chori" took place?
       ► In 1919
       ► In 1920
       ► In 1922
       ► In 1924
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 21    ( M -  2 )
 Briefly tell about the Relations between Pakistan and Egypt?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 22    ( M -  2 )
 Write a very brief note on Land Reforms in Pakistan
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 23    ( M -  2 )
 What was the total strength of the National Assembly under the 1956 Constitution?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 24    ( M -  2 )
 Draw attention to Junagarh issue.
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 25    ( M -  3 )
 Briefly tell about the issue of Islamic or Secular status of Pakistan as a State?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 26    ( M -  3 )
 Write down some line about the educational career of Allama Iqbal.   
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 27    ( M -  3 )
 Write a note on the Geographical location of Pakistan.
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 28    ( M -  3 )
 Write a brief note on the process of Industrialization during Bhutto regime.
   www.vuzs.net
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 29    ( M -  5 )
 What do you know about the River/Cannal System in Pakistan?
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 30    ( M -  5 )
 Write a note on the industrialization in Pakistan during Bhutto and Zia’s regimes.
   
PAK301 - Pakistan Studies - Q. No. 31    ( M -  5 )
 Outline the criticism raised against the First Report of Basic Principle Committee.

PAK301 GDB Idea Solution Spring July 2012

Topic:

"How do you see Judicial Activism in Pakistan?

Post your comments after inferring the above topic.

Your comments should NOT exceed from 100 to 120 words.

Solution:
The most challenging task in democracy is to balance rights and rightful role on the one hand and obligations and societal good on the other. They go together. The right of one person is an obligation for other person. This applies to individuals, groups and state institutions because none functions in a vacuum.
Much depends on how a person or an institution interprets the facts of a situation and articulates one’s role. There is a strong tendency to equate societal good and obligations towards others with one’s partisan interests in a society where the norms of democracy are not firmly established. This is more so where the individuals, groups and state institutions do not have a long experience of working in a democratic and participatory framework. Invariably, the desire to expand the domain of authority dominates the disposition of individuals, groups and state institutions. Restraint, moderation and mutual respect become rare commodities.
There is a lot of jockeying for power and influence in the formative phase of democratic transition. This power struggle is often couched in high moral rhetoric or legal and constitutional interpretations to one’s advantage. One troubling tendency is to engage in propaganda to delegitimise democratic processes and leadership if one’s partisan agenda is not achieved. This is also done as a part of struggle to expand one’s power or influence or domain of authority.
It is quite common in Pakistan to invoke abstract democratic theories and principles to delegitimise democratic institutions and processes. There is a tendency to trash democracy because it does not meet the ideal and textbook criterion. Other argument is that there is no use of democracy if it does not solve the problems of the common people. There is no answer to the question as to what is the guarantee of solution of the problems of people in a non-democratic and military-dominated system. If nothing works for questioning the legitimacy of elected rulers or democratic arrangements, Islamic principle or some precedent from Islamic history is invoked to argue that the existing arrangements should be done away with.
An independent judiciary is needed for a democratic political order but this is not the only requirement. It is important that different state institutions like the executive, the parliament, the judiciary, the bureaucracy and the military perform their assigned tasks within the limits of law and constitution and respect each other’s autonomy and role. Any attempt by one institution to overwhelm others causes institutional imbalance and adversely affects democracy and civilian order. Another important principle of democracy is the primacy of elected institutions over non-elected institutions, although the elected institutions and office holders have to function in accordance with the constitution.
We are experiencing a steady attempt by the Supreme Court and the High Courts to expand their domain of action through judicial activism. Though judicial activism is a well-recognised principle for public service and welfare issues but the use of judicial activism and the suo-motu power by the Supreme Court and, at times, by the High Courts, since 2009 has generated a debate in the legal and political circles about the extent to which the superior judiciary can interfere in the domains of other institutions. If we make a list of issues taken up by the superior judiciary since 2009, judicial activism can be described as unprecedented, covering a wide range of issues relating mainly to governance.
Even if a purely legal approach is adopted to examine judicial activism, one cannot help pointing out that the issues taken up by the superior judiciary have political implications in Pakistan’s polarised political context. Most politically active circles get information about court proceedings through the press and TV news channels that highlight the comments made by the judges sitting on the bench. A large number of comments as published in the media can be described as politically loaded. These comments are used by the opposition parties and the media to embarrass the federal government.
Sensing tension between the superior judiciary and the PPP-led federal government, the opposition parties have endeavoured to turn the judiciary into an arena of contestation with the PPP. They have gone to court on a number of purely political issues that should have been settled through political interaction or through the parliament. After having failed to stall the Senate elections by political pressure, the PPP adversaries are now approaching the Supreme Court for stopping the Senate elections due on March 2.
The most interesting case is a petition filed in the Supreme Court by someone on the basis of a speculative report that the prime minister might remove the army chief and director general of the ISI. The prayer of the petitioner is to stop the prime minister from doing that. The Supreme Court wants the prime minister to give a written undertaking for not removing these top army officers. It would be interesting when the Supreme Court takes up the Asghar Khan case involving the ISI and some leading opposition political leaders. There are two other cases that are likely to bring the army/intelligence in focus.
The long term political implications of the possible conviction of the prime minister in the contempt of court case are going to be negative for political stability and internal harmony. If the PPP-led coalition at the federal level stays intact after the conviction of the present prime minister it can elect a new prime minister and thus the present political order at the federal level can continue. What if the new prime minister also refuses to write the letter to the Swiss authorities for reopening of corruption cases against President Zardari?
In case of increased tension between the elected executive and non-elected Supreme Court, the opposition parties are expected to oppose the federal government. This will set the stage for political confrontation and turmoil. If the confrontation between the federal government and the opposition escalates Pakistan’s troubled economy will further deteriorate. This will make the civilian political order vulnerable to strong pressure from the military that will view itself as a stabilising and conflict-managing entity.
Though several internal and external factors are not conducive to military takeover, the military’s capacity should not be underestimated to set aside the civilian order in a situation of acute internal conflict and economic relapse. In case of direct military intervention, the superior judiciary will also be removed. Thus, the decline and discredit of democracy endangers independent judiciary

PAK301 2nd assignment solution 18 june 2012

PAK301 2nd assignment solution 18 june 2012

Q. What do you know about the Objectives Resolution? Describe its importance in the constitutional history of Pakistan.
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Objective Resolution
It was the first constitutional document in the history of the Islamic Repubic of Pakistan that proved to be the 'foundation' of the constitutional development. It contained those objectives on which the future constitution was to be based as stated by the founder of the nation, Quaid-e-Azam in February 1948 "The constitution of Pakistan will be democratic and based on the fundamental laws of Islam....Islam and its ideology has thought us the lesson of democracy." It provided parameters and sublime principles to the legislators. It was a framework that provided a mechanism to achieve goals for a better life of the people of pakistan. It was approved on March 12,1949. It was moved by Liaquat Ali Khan, the first Prime Minister of Pakistan. The constituent assembly debated this resolution in at least five sessons. They delliberated this in great details on all clauses and provisions. There were some spesific objectives or goals that would be acceptable to the people of the newly created state who had suffered a lot under the Hindu-dominated majority. That's why it was termed as Objective Resolution(OR).The resolution proclaimed that the future constitution of Pakistan would not be modeled entirely on a European pattern, but on the ideology and democratic faith of Islam.
The main features of Objective Resolution
Sovereignty:
1. Sovereignty over the entire universe belongs to Allah alone.
Sacred Trust:
2. The authority which He has delegated to the state of Pakistan through its people for being exercised within the limits prescribed by Him is a sacred trust.
3. Constitution will be framed for sovereign, independent state of Pakistan.
4. The state shall exercise its power through the representatives of the people.
5. Principles of Democracy, freedom, equality, tolerance and social justice as enunciated by Islam will be fully observed.
Islamic principle:
6. Muslims shall be enabled to organize their lives in accordance with the teachings and requirements of Islam as set out in the Quran and the Sunnah. Huamn rights:
7. Minorities to have freedom to freely profess and practice their religions and develop their cultures.
8. Provisions for safeguarding the legitimate interests of minorities, backward and depressed classes.
State sovereignty:
9. Pakistan shall be a Federation with autonomous units. State’s sovereignty and territorial integrity will be protected.
International norms:
10. People of Pakistan should prosper and attain their rightful place in the comity of nations and make contribution towards international peace and progress and happiness of humanity.

Importance of "OR"

The Objectives Resolution, which combines features of both Western and Islamic democracy, is one of the most important documents in the constitutional history of Pakistan. At the time it was passed, Liaquat Ali Khan called it "the most important occasion in the life of this country, next in importance only to the achievement of independence".
The Resolution declared the sovereignty of God as the distinctive political philosophy. In the first principle the declaration of BISMILLAH describe the sovereignty of Almighty Allah. The Western democracy gives the notion that sovereignty lies in the people but this Resolution is important having the concept of the sovereignty of God. It clarified that people would utilize powers gifted by God so they would have to work within the limits prescribed by Him.
This resolution is of fundamental importance in the history of constitutions making in Pakistan because from the first constitution of 1956 till the constitution of 1973 (present constitution) whatever constitution was framed it was based on this objective resolution. It contains those steps and principles which were to be taken for the fulfillment of the basic aim of the freedom struggle that is the establishment of an Islamic society in Pakistan. Hence, it is a significant document in the constitutional history of Pakistan.
The exercise of the powers is a sacred trust. Which means they can't voilate His command and principles which have to be followed at all times. Nobody, any leader or institution can claim that his power or authority belongs to him or her. It is a responsibility and an oblication and thus as an obligation it is a sacred trust.The representatives of the people of Pakistan will manage the affairs under the universal ideology of democracy, freedom, equality, tolerance, and social justice with the spirit of an Islamic framework. These principle are the foundation and bases of any civilized political system.The Resolution pledged to give the due respect and rights to the minorities, backward and depressed classes in the benign society of Pakistan. Their rights, interests, religion and culture were not confuted.
It’s important that the Resolution promised the federating units for due powers, autonomy and territorial integrity. The Objectives Resolution is a basic and primary document of the constitutional history of Pakistan. It is a framework that provides mechanism to achieve goals for a better life of the people of Pakistan. It’s important that it embraces centrality of Islam to polity sustaining their links with the pre-independence period. The AIML leaders were modernist Muslims not in favour of an orthodox religious state. Therefore, they selected the middle way abiding by the Islamic laws and the international democratic values.
The Resolution remained ‘Preamble of all the constitutions
due to its importance. The sovereignty belongs to Almighty Allah is incorporated in all the constitution of Pakistan.



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This resolution was passed by the First Constituent Assembly in March 1949 under leader ship of Liaquat Ali Khan. It contained those objectives on which the future constitution was to be based as stated by the founder of the nation, Quaid-e-Azam in February 1948, said:

"The constitution of Pakistan will be democratic and based on the fundamental laws of Islam....Islam and its ideology has thought us the lesson of democracy."

The Objectives Resolution was a resolution adopted on 12 March 1949 by the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan. The resolution, proposed by the Prime Minister, Liaquat Ali Khan, proclaimed that the future constitution of Pakistan would not be modeled entirely on a European pattern, but on the ideology and democratic faith of Islam.
Objective Resolution and Liaquat Ali Khan
While introducing the resolution in the constituent Assembly, Liaquat Ali Khan said:
The ideals that promised the demand for Pakistan should form the corner stone of the state. When we use the word “Democracy” in the Islamic sense it pervades all aspects of life. It relates to the system of government and to our society with equal validity because one of the greatest contributions of Islam has been the equality of all men.

Importance of Objective Resolution
This resolution is of fundamental importance in the history of constitutions making in Pakistan because from the first constitution of 1956 till the constitution of 1973 (present constitution) whatever constitution was framed it was based on this objective resolution. At the time it was passed, Mr. Liaquat Ali Khan called it
The most important occasion in the life of this country, next in importance only to be achievement of independence.
It contains those steps and principles which were to be taken for the fulfillment of the basic aim of the freedom struggle that is the establishment of an Islamic Society in Pakistan. Hence, it is a significant document in the constitutional history of Pakistan. When Liaquat Ali Khan visited America in the course of his speech at New Orleans, he said
We believe in God and his Supreme Sovereignity because we believe that civic life must have an ethical content and a higher purpose. But democracy, social justice, equality of opportunity and equality before the law of all citizens inrespective of their race and creed are also aspects of faith with us
Features of Objective Resolution
Importance in the constitutional history of Pakistan

The first principle which comes after the opening Bismillah is the Resolution declared the sovereignty of God as the distinctive political philosophy and the primary feature of the Islamic political system that the God Almighty is the source of authority and power for the whole Universe. This notion that the authority or the sovereignty belongs to Allah is different from the notion that is practiced in the Western Democracy. The Western democracy gives the notion that sovereignty lies in the people but this Resolution is important having the concept of the sovereignty of God. It clarified that people would utilize powers gifted by God so they would have to work within the limits prescribed by Him which is the source of ultimate power and this principle. In fact, this sentence that the sovereignty belongs to Almighty Allah is incorporated in all the constitutions of Pakistan. The exercise of the powers is a sacred trust.
The next line which we have outlined while discussing the principles is an extension of this principle, when you say sovereignty belongs to Almighty Allah authority in this World. The Objective Resolution and later on the all the constitutions of Pakistan recognized, a logical follow up is that the power and the authority that is to be exercised by the state of Pakistan or those who will be exercising power in the name of the state of Pakistan will have to function within the limits prescribed by Allah. They can’t violate His command and principles which have to be followed at all times and this job of exercising authority or power is a sacred trust. Nobody, any leader or institution can claim that his power or authority belongs to him or her. It is a responsibility and an obligation and as an obligation it is a sacred trust because ultimate power belongs to Allah and if you are exercising it then it would be a trust on you, it is your duty not your personal power.
The resolution remained preamble of all constitutions
Due to its importance.The sovereignty belongs to Alimghty Allah is incorporated in all the constitution of pakistan
When Laquat Ali Khan visted America, in the course of his speach at New Orleans,He said,
"We believe in God and his Supreme sovereignty because we believe that civic life must have an ethical content and a higher purpose. But democracy, social justice, equality of opportunity and equality before the law of all citizens irrespective of their race and creed are also aspects of faith with us."