CSS Governance & Public Policies Past Paper 2017
PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART-II. (20×4)
PART-II
Q.2.
(A) Nature and character of the state of Pakistan has been under discussion for a long time. Some people argue for its theocratic nature, others view it as democratic, and some suggest that religion be separated from the state’s functioning. In this context, elaborate on Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s ideas on the following:
- Quaid’s Vision of an Islamic Society.
- State’s Constitution and System of Government in Pakistan.
- Protection of non-Muslims, their rights, and obligations.
(B) What are your views on the State and Society of Pakistan in relation to Quaid-e-Azam’s ideas on our system of governance?
Q.3.
(A) Economics forms the basis of human development. The growing concern is increasing poverty in South Asia. Some scholars argue that the ‘Top-down Approach’ has not worked well in South Asian countries and instead find ‘Economic Democracy through Pro-Poor Growth’ a solution to poverty. Under this concept of economic development, explain the following:
- Definition and concept of ‘Economic Democracy through Pro-poor Growth’.
- Implementation modalities of ‘Pro-poor Growth’, especially in Pakistan.
(B) If you were given the project of developing a strategy for ‘Pro-poor Growth’ in Pakistan, what would be your main considerations for a workable plan?
Q.4.
(A) The Constitution of Pakistan provides guiding principles for establishing the state system and governance rules. In light of this, briefly explain the following:
- Name of the Republic and its Territories.
- Rights of individuals and their constitutional obligations.
- Freedom of trade and business.
(B) To what extent do you think our society is aware of its constitutional obligations regarding taxation and freedom of speech? Are you satisfied with the current level of societal awareness? Provide your comments in either case.
Q.5.
(A) The concept of governance stems from the formal orchestration of material and human resources for a prosperous and harmonious society. How do you view some of its fundamentals as given below:
- Accountability; elaborate its concept and types.
- Ethnonationalism; define it with an example.
- Hybrid organizations; define their value addition to governance.
- Action research; how does it contribute to governance?
(B) Keeping in mind the socio-economic makeup of our society, what kind of plan would you suggest for substantial and objective improvements in governance?
Q.6.
(A) Islam is the foremost in the ethical and practical relationship of mankind with its surroundings, aimed at benefiting humanity. Elaborate on the following in this regard:
- Status of man as custodian of governance in a state system.
- Relationship of state and society.
- Concept of ‘Shura’ or ‘Consultation’.
(B) How do you find the existing system of governance in Pakistan in congruence or conflict with the Islamic concept? Provide suggestions in case of any conflict.
Q.7.
(A) Our bureaucracy is often perceived as an extension of the ‘Royal Civil Services’ (Steel Frame of the British Empire). Do you agree with this notion? Provide reasons either way. Also elaborate on the following:
- Concept of bureaucracy; Max Weber’s School of Thought.
- Reforms in the bureaucracy of Pakistan, briefly highlight them.
- Major/visible contributions of bureaucracy in providing good governance.
- Shortfalls/areas for improvement, from your personal perspective.
(B) Comment on the restructuring of civil bureaucracy undertaken under the devolution of power during Mr. Musharraf’s regime.
Q.8.
(A) Write short notes on any three of the following:
- Distinctive features of ‘Efficient Governance’ and ‘Effective Governance’.
- Rational Choice Theory of Governance.
- Indicators of good and bad governance.
- Public policy-making process with special reference to Pakistan.
- Merits and demerits of ‘Local Governments’ in Pakistan’s perspective.
(B) Public-Private Partnership is considered a mode of fast-paced development. However, it has not been very successful in Pakistan. What measures would you recommend to improve the existing status?