CSS Anthropology Past Paper 2023

PART-II (Subjective) 80 Marks

Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions from PART-II. (20×4)

PART-II

Q.2 Anthropology involves the comparison of different societies to understand the scope of human cultural diversity. Discuss the subject matter of anthropology and how anthropology is related to other disciplines in social sciences.

Q.3 Economic system refers to the means by which a society produces, distributes, and consumes resources. Discuss how anthropologists differ from other disciplines in the study of economic organization.

Q.4 All groups of people develop complexes of symbols, rituals, and beliefs that connect their own experiences to the essential nature of the universe. Explain the evolution and function of primitive religion as discussed by anthropologists.

Q.5 How do anthropologists define a social problem? Discuss the causes and consequences of political instability in Pakistan.

Q.6 Discuss qualitative and quantitative research approaches appropriate for anthropological research.

Q.7 Define social institution. Discuss the manifest and latent functions of the family institution.

Q.8 Define religion. Discuss various anthropological approaches to the study of religion.