FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS
IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1990.
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
NOTE: Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. “Sociology is the scientific study of human social life.” Elaborate this statement with research methods applicable in sociological studies.
2. Discuss the contribution of Ibn-i-Khuldun as a Muslim social thinker.
3. Why are human groups ‘necessary’? How does our present society foster the growth of specialized groups?
4. “An institution is an organized system of social relationships which embodies certain common values and procedures and meets certain basic needs of the society.” Comment on the statement.
5. Discuss the theories of personality development with supporting examples.
6. “The world would be a hopeless muddle if we were allowed to do exactly as we pleased and have all the freedom we wanted.” Comment on the statement with reference to social control.
7. What advantages and disadvantages does a closed class system hold for a society? For the individual? Mention some deliberate attempts to decrease competition for status in Pakistan.
8. Why in a highly scientific society is religious still alive? What persisting human needs explain the persistence of religious institutions?
9. What are some of the change-promoting and change-resisting features of Pakistani society?
10. Write down notes on any two of the following:
(a) Group Dynamics
(b) Reference group
(c) Locking-glass self
(d) Ethnocentrism and xenocentrism
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IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1991.
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
1. Sociological research findings are scientific to the extent sociologists use scientific method of research. Discuss.
2. Distinguish between survey research and experimental research. Choose any one of the two and discuss it in detail.
3. Discuss the role of culture and social group in the formation of personality.
4. Discuss the incentives and inhibitions to socio-cultural change in Pakistan.
5. Pakistan is fast moving form a rural society to an urban society but people in the cities don’t seem to display urban way of life.
6. What is social class? Does it perform some functions in society? Give arguments in support of your viewpoint.
7. Discuss the inter-relationship between economic and education institutions.
8. The present status of women in Pakistani society cannot be changed unless they go through the process of ‘empowerment’. Discuss.
FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
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IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1992.
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
1. As an officer how can you benefit yourself from the subject matter sociology?
2. Define culture. Use this definition as a framework and discuss the salient features of Pakistani culture.
3. How does socialization help in the development of personality?
4. Distinguish between probability and non-probability sampling. Discuss the types of personalities sampling in detail.
5. What is social stratification? Discuss its significance by giving examples from Pakistani society.
6. Write an essay on social control highlighting the forces that become instruments in a change from its informal status to a forma status.
7. The size of population could be one quantitative basis of distinguishing rural from an urban community. Suggest qualitative criteria for differentiating the rural and urban communities from each other.
8. Prove that Pakistan is passing through the phase of demographic transition. Suggest measures to shorten this transitional phase.
FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS
IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1993.
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
NOTE: Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Prove that “Individual is a social product”. Highlight the contribution of culture and society in this process.
2. Discuss the salient features of experimental design of research. What are the limitations in its application to the study of human behavior?
3. Do you consider yourself to be a highly mobility-orientated? What factors do you think explain your mobility orientation?
4. Discuss the incentives and inhibitions to social and cultural change in Pakistan.
5. Using sociological concepts discuss the traditional characteristics of rural society.
6. Discuss variabilities in family organization. Use of sociological concepts is essential.
7. Prove that illiteracy is a social problem of Pakistan.
8. Births, deaths and migration are the three factors that determine the population growth rate of country. What is happening to these factors that the population of Pakistan is growing at an unprecedented rate? Give arguments in support of your answer.
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FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS
IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1994.
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
NOTE: Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Culture is everything which is socially learned and shared by the members of a society. Discuss by giving examples from Pakistani society.
2. What do you understand by research design? Take any research design which you think is suitable to study human behavior and discuss it in detail.
3. Discuss the significance of social class.
4. Discuss the means and process whereby Pakistan society secures its members’ conformity to its expectations.
5. Social planning is an attempt at the intelligent direction of social change. Discuss by examining the difficulties in directing social change.
6. “Rural” and “Urban” are useful concepts but there has never been a sharp dividing line between them. Discuss by looking at some of the sociological bases of distinguishing the rural and urban communities.
7. The shift from agricultural occupations to non-agricultural occupations has tremendous impact on the structure and functions of family. Explain each point by giving examples from Pakistani society.
8. Drug abuse has become a critical social problem of Pakistan. Analyze the factors that help in the generation of this problem.
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COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS
IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1997.
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
1. Sociology is social science of human interaction. Please elucidate.
2. Ethnocentrism leads to sectarianism. Is it so? How both are number one problems of Pakistan? What are the remedies?
3. Who was Ibne-Khuldun? What is his contribution to Sociology with which publication of Pakistan? Is he father of sociology?
4. Please define and corroborate any of the two sets below:
(a) Value and Norm
(b) Culture and Sub-Culture
(c) Delinquent and Offender
(d) Social environment and Social Ecology.
5. What is Hypothesis? Formulate five hypothesis indicating variables of each.
6. What is the difference of caste and class? How socio-cultural change effects both?
7. Are primary groups synonymous to the reference groups? Please argue defining both and then comparing them with examples.
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SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
NOTE: Attempt five questions including Question No. 8 which is compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Ibn e Khuldun is quoted to have said, “Solidarity with community lies in the adaption of moral standards inculcated by family to each member collectively responding to social responsibility”. Please offer comments.
2. “The cultural deception of the West and the cultural delusion of the East lead to anomie.” Please elucidate.
3. What are the salient features of social policy of Pakistan? Please also refer to the Constitution 1973.
4. Please write at least two pages note on two of the following:
(a) Social dynamism
(b) Sociology of the Holy Quran
(c) SAP
5. Amongst the social problems of Pakistan “Feudalism” still plays negative role to build-up Pakistan as an egalitarian Islamic Republic. Please offer your own views with justification.
6. Max Weber has written the book “Sociology of Religion”. What are its main contents?
7. Often social change results in social disorganization. What cultural prerequisite can avoid such situation?
FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS
IN BPS – 17 UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 1999.
Sociology
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
1. “Sociology is the controlled observation and interpretation of differing patterns of human relationships – their sources and consequences.” (Wilson) Discuss it in detail.
2. Define social change and discuss the incentives to social and cultural change in Pakistan.
3. What is Deviant behavior? Discuss the major types of crime in Pakistan with your suggestions for their reformations.
4. Write a comprehensive note on the following:
(a) Ibn Khuldun’s contribution to Sociology
(b) Functions of social institutions.
5. What do you understand by Socialization? Discuss its function in the family.
6. Discuss the contributions of Ferdinand Tonnies to Scientific Sociology.
7. Discuss Emile Dur Khein’s analysis of Suicide and its effects on human society.
Sociology 2000
TIME ALLOWED: 3 HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS:100
NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in all, including Question No.8, Which is Compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.
1. If heredity makes what an individual is (Bio-sociological view), then how and what do groups contribute in socializing us to become interactive and useful members of society?
2. Keeping in view the contributions by Max Weber and Karl Marx elaborate the salient features of the schools of sociological thought they present.
3. Define and differentiate social and cultural change. Discuss the impediments to change with reference to the resistance to change in Pakistani society and culture.
4. Which one of the design(s) of social research is more preferred by sociologists and why?
5. Define social problem. Discuss the causes and consequences of smuggling specially the socio-cultural dimensions of the problem.
6. Critically evaluate the:
(a) Feudal system in Pakistan
(b) Issues of urbanization in Pakistan.
7. Discuss the:
(a) Cultural implications of the small/nuclear family
(b) Social consequences of high population growth rate.
NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in all, including Question No.8, Which is Compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.
1. If heredity makes what an individual is (Bio-sociological view), then how and what do groups contribute in socializing us to become interactive and useful members of society?
2. Keeping in view the contributions by Max Weber and Karl Marx elaborate the salient features of the schools of sociological thought they present.
3. Define and differentiate social and cultural change. Discuss the impediments to change with reference to the resistance to change in Pakistani society and culture.
4. Which one of the design(s) of social research is more preferred by sociologists and why?
5. Define social problem. Discuss the causes and consequences of smuggling specially the socio-cultural dimensions of the problem.
6. Critically evaluate the:
(a) Feudal system in Pakistan
(b) Issues of urbanization in Pakistan.
7. Discuss the:
(a) Cultural implications of the small/nuclear family
(b) Social consequences of high population growth rate.
EXAMINATION 2001
SOCIOLOGY
SOCIOLOGY
NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in all, including Question No. 8 which is Compulsory. All question carry Equl marks.
1. What is the role of culture in socialization of an individual to become a useful member of society? Discuss with examples.
2. Ibne Khaldoon is known as “Father of Sociology”. Briefly discuss his contributions to Sociology.
3. Discuss briefly the method of Sociological research Formulate three hypothesis indicating variable of each.
4. What are the different forms of Social Classes? Discuss the impact of Feudal System in Pakistan.
5. Discuss briefly the internal and eternal means of Social Control with reference to Pakistani Society.
6. Write short notes on any TWO of the following
(a) Drug abuse and crime
(b) Theory of differential association
(c) International migration
7. What factors are related to social and cultural change? Give Examples of Pakistan.
Sociology Paper 2002
NOTE: Attempt five questions in all, including question no. 8 which is compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Division of Labour has been discussed by various sociological theories. Discuss in detail the point of view taken about division of labour by Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim
2. What do you understand by experimental method used in data collection? Explain why some researchers preferred it over other data collection methods in social sciences and for what kind of studies experimental method is used by researchers?
3. Explain social, environmental and psychological factors associated with young criminals. Answer the question with special reference to Pakistan society.
4. Discuss in detail how social institutions/organizations have been helpful in social economic development of a society.
5. Max Weber is a strong advocate of bureaucratic forum of government system. Explain in detail what lead Max Weber to write in favour of bureaucracy.
6. What do you understand by the term modernization? Discuss the important factors associated with modernization of a society with special reference to Pakistani society.
7. Write short critique on the following.
a)Child and woman abuse in Pakistan
b)Poverty issue in Pakistan
1. Division of Labour has been discussed by various sociological theories. Discuss in detail the point of view taken about division of labour by Karl Marx and Emile Durkheim
2. What do you understand by experimental method used in data collection? Explain why some researchers preferred it over other data collection methods in social sciences and for what kind of studies experimental method is used by researchers?
3. Explain social, environmental and psychological factors associated with young criminals. Answer the question with special reference to Pakistan society.
4. Discuss in detail how social institutions/organizations have been helpful in social economic development of a society.
5. Max Weber is a strong advocate of bureaucratic forum of government system. Explain in detail what lead Max Weber to write in favour of bureaucracy.
6. What do you understand by the term modernization? Discuss the important factors associated with modernization of a society with special reference to Pakistani society.
7. Write short critique on the following.
a)Child and woman abuse in Pakistan
b)Poverty issue in Pakistan
Sociology Paper 2003
EXAMINATION 2003 SOCIOLOGY
Time Allowed: Three Hours Maximum Marks: 100
Note: Attempt FIVE questions in all, including QUESTION NO-8. Which is COMPULSORY. All questions carry EQUAL marks. Write clearly.
1. Durkheim wrote extensively on the suicide. Critically examine his views about Suicide.
2. The young criminals have been on the increase in Pakistan for the last many years in jail. Write down critically the main factors .associated with Juvenile delinquency.
3. What do you understand by diffusion of innovation? Taking Pakistani situation, are we in a position to reach the stage of taking off economically?
4. Describe the idea of philosophy of money as presented by George Simmel. How and in what ways other scholars have presented their views to describe the idea of philosophy of money.
5. When is survey research appropriate? What type survey research would you use to study heroin users. Defend the logic of your choice. *
6. What do you understand by scales and indexes used in social sciences? When is it necessary to shift the base of an index and how is this process carried out?
7. Write short notes on the following:
(a) Aging of Population
(b) Factors.influencing high divorce rate in Pakistan.
Time Allowed: Three Hours Maximum Marks: 100
Note: Attempt FIVE questions in all, including QUESTION NO-8. Which is COMPULSORY. All questions carry EQUAL marks. Write clearly.
1. Durkheim wrote extensively on the suicide. Critically examine his views about Suicide.
2. The young criminals have been on the increase in Pakistan for the last many years in jail. Write down critically the main factors .associated with Juvenile delinquency.
3. What do you understand by diffusion of innovation? Taking Pakistani situation, are we in a position to reach the stage of taking off economically?
4. Describe the idea of philosophy of money as presented by George Simmel. How and in what ways other scholars have presented their views to describe the idea of philosophy of money.
5. When is survey research appropriate? What type survey research would you use to study heroin users. Defend the logic of your choice. *
6. What do you understand by scales and indexes used in social sciences? When is it necessary to shift the base of an index and how is this process carried out?
7. Write short notes on the following:
(a) Aging of Population
(b) Factors.influencing high divorce rate in Pakistan.
Sociology Paper 2004
EXAMINATION, 2004
SOCIOLOGY. TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS: 100
[NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in all; including QUESTION No.8 which is COMPULSORY. All questions carry EQUAL marks.
1-Write clearly. What major Contributions did Karl Marx and Ibn-i-Khaldun make to our understanding of the social experience?
2-Why is culture indispensable to human society and what part do norms and values play in social life?
3- Define social institution and how can religion hold in check the explosive social tensions produced by inequality and injustice.
4-How you can define poverty and what strategies the Government of Pakistan has adopted to alleviate poverty and also discuss the role of NGO's to address the issue of poverty.
5-What are the social effects of deviance and do Crime-fighting programmes including imprisonment work in Pakistan.
6-Why is research essential to the scientific enterprise and what are the principal theoretical methods available to Sociologists in the study of social life? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each.
7-Write short notes on the following:
(a) Future of Cities in Pakistan
(b) Implications of population growth
(c)Ethnocentrisms
(d)probability and Non-probability Sampling.
SOCIOLOGY. TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS MAXIMUM MARKS: 100
[NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in all; including QUESTION No.8 which is COMPULSORY. All questions carry EQUAL marks.
1-Write clearly. What major Contributions did Karl Marx and Ibn-i-Khaldun make to our understanding of the social experience?
2-Why is culture indispensable to human society and what part do norms and values play in social life?
3- Define social institution and how can religion hold in check the explosive social tensions produced by inequality and injustice.
4-How you can define poverty and what strategies the Government of Pakistan has adopted to alleviate poverty and also discuss the role of NGO's to address the issue of poverty.
5-What are the social effects of deviance and do Crime-fighting programmes including imprisonment work in Pakistan.
6-Why is research essential to the scientific enterprise and what are the principal theoretical methods available to Sociologists in the study of social life? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each.
7-Write short notes on the following:
(a) Future of Cities in Pakistan
(b) Implications of population growth
(c)Ethnocentrisms
(d)probability and Non-probability Sampling.
Sociology 2005 paper
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SOCIOLOGY
TIMI ALLOWED: 3 hours_________Max Marks:100
NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in ail, including QUESTION NO.8, which is COMPULSORY All questions carry EQUAL marks. Write clearly.
1. What are different theories about origin of society? Discuss them in detail.
2. In your opinion what are the advantages of socialisation? Is Socialisation process applicable to the adults? Discuss it.
3.Differentiate between Primary and Secondary Groups, and discuss the character of Primary Relations?
4. Define the terms Race and Racism. Discuss the causes responsible for Race Prejudices, and how these can be eradicated?
5. Define status. Discuss the factors which decide status of an individual in society.
6. Discuss the importance of social research for the study of Sociology. Explain the steps to be taken in social Research Process.
7. Write short Notes on the following:-
(a) Factions and Feuds (b) Parole System in Pakistan
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN BPS-17, UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 2005
SOCIOLOGY
TIMI ALLOWED: 3 hours_________Max Marks:100
NOTE: Attempt FIVE questions in ail, including QUESTION NO.8, which is COMPULSORY All questions carry EQUAL marks. Write clearly.
1. What are different theories about origin of society? Discuss them in detail.
2. In your opinion what are the advantages of socialisation? Is Socialisation process applicable to the adults? Discuss it.
3.Differentiate between Primary and Secondary Groups, and discuss the character of Primary Relations?
4. Define the terms Race and Racism. Discuss the causes responsible for Race Prejudices, and how these can be eradicated?
5. Define status. Discuss the factors which decide status of an individual in society.
6. Discuss the importance of social research for the study of Sociology. Explain the steps to be taken in social Research Process.
7. Write short Notes on the following:-
(a) Factions and Feuds (b) Parole System in Pakistan
Sociology paper 2006
Sociology
(Subjective Paper)
Q.1. what is the role of C.W. Mills in the development of Frankfurt school of conflict theory? Where and how he differs from his contemporaries? Discuss with evidence.
Q.2. What is a research design? What type of research design can used for studying the problems of drug addiction/HIV/AIDS in Pakistani society? Discuss with examples.
Q.3. rural-Urban migration is causing labour-drain from rural communities. What problems this situation is creating in the labour market of rural communities. As a subject scholor, what solutions do you suggest to minimize these problems? Discuss with examples.
Q.4. there is a thesis that “the development programmes/ strategies to change the fate of poor farming community in rural Pakistan are not based upon the evidence-based policy. Therefore, a failure in this regard is being faced for the last several decades”. How do you support this thesis? Make an evidence-based argument in the light of different evaluations/assessments made for rural development in Pakistan.
Q.5. what role biradri/caste system is playing in decision making on political issues especially local bodies elections in rural areas of Pakistan? How this biradri-based political organization influences the community development process? Discuss in the light of issues/conflicts arising from the situation and their impact on the individual, family and society.
Q.6. Define social institution. What is the significance of family, religion and education as institutions in the process of socialization? Explain your answer with examples from Pakistan society.
Q.7. write short notes on the following:
a) Drug Abuse
b) Social Conflicts
(Subjective Paper)
Q.1. what is the role of C.W. Mills in the development of Frankfurt school of conflict theory? Where and how he differs from his contemporaries? Discuss with evidence.
Q.2. What is a research design? What type of research design can used for studying the problems of drug addiction/HIV/AIDS in Pakistani society? Discuss with examples.
Q.3. rural-Urban migration is causing labour-drain from rural communities. What problems this situation is creating in the labour market of rural communities. As a subject scholor, what solutions do you suggest to minimize these problems? Discuss with examples.
Q.4. there is a thesis that “the development programmes/ strategies to change the fate of poor farming community in rural Pakistan are not based upon the evidence-based policy. Therefore, a failure in this regard is being faced for the last several decades”. How do you support this thesis? Make an evidence-based argument in the light of different evaluations/assessments made for rural development in Pakistan.
Q.5. what role biradri/caste system is playing in decision making on political issues especially local bodies elections in rural areas of Pakistan? How this biradri-based political organization influences the community development process? Discuss in the light of issues/conflicts arising from the situation and their impact on the individual, family and society.
Q.6. Define social institution. What is the significance of family, religion and education as institutions in the process of socialization? Explain your answer with examples from Pakistan society.
Q.7. write short notes on the following:
a) Drug Abuse
b) Social Conflicts
Sociology paper 2007
Note: (i) Attempt only five questions in all, including Question no:.8, which is compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.
Q.1. Individual is product of society and culture. Different methods of socialization lead to a variety of building norms and values in the personality of individuals. Discuss:
(a) the relationsship of indiviual, society and culture.
(b) different methods of socialization
(c) the variation exemplified due to different methods of socialization in norms and values.
Q.2. What major contributions were made by Emile Durkhiem and Max Weber to the understanding of society theoretically? How far the two theories can be taken relevant today?
Q.3.Aresearch design is a roadmap for investigation. Discuss the major decisions a researcher makes in designing a study. While discussing decisions, identify a research problem with reference to which the designinghas been envisaged.
Q.4. Discuss the class structure of Pakistani society with special rrefrence to:
(a) the influence of the class structure at the time of independence.
(b) the determinants of social mobility (c) the feudal system
Q.5. Political thinkers in Pakistan lament that man in the street is alienated. Do u agree to the statement and if you agree give reasons. Discuss:
(A) nature of alienation
(b)Integration
(c) Integrative patterns in Pakistan
Q.6. Write a comprehensive note( with an outline) on any three of the following:
(a) Incentives and inhibitions to social and cultural change in Pakistan.
(b) Rural-Urban convergence and the future of cities in Pakistan
(c)The nature and genesis of social institutions with special refrence to political institutions.
(d) Demographic transitions identifying the stage in Pakistan.
Q.7. In the light of theoretical perspectives (Hegel, Marx, Coser,Mills) explain the true nature of conflict. Discuss the various forms of pervasive conflict in Pakistan Society.
Q.1. Individual is product of society and culture. Different methods of socialization lead to a variety of building norms and values in the personality of individuals. Discuss:
(a) the relationsship of indiviual, society and culture.
(b) different methods of socialization
(c) the variation exemplified due to different methods of socialization in norms and values.
Q.2. What major contributions were made by Emile Durkhiem and Max Weber to the understanding of society theoretically? How far the two theories can be taken relevant today?
Q.3.Aresearch design is a roadmap for investigation. Discuss the major decisions a researcher makes in designing a study. While discussing decisions, identify a research problem with reference to which the designinghas been envisaged.
Q.4. Discuss the class structure of Pakistani society with special rrefrence to:
(a) the influence of the class structure at the time of independence.
(b) the determinants of social mobility (c) the feudal system
Q.5. Political thinkers in Pakistan lament that man in the street is alienated. Do u agree to the statement and if you agree give reasons. Discuss:
(A) nature of alienation
(b)Integration
(c) Integrative patterns in Pakistan
Q.6. Write a comprehensive note( with an outline) on any three of the following:
(a) Incentives and inhibitions to social and cultural change in Pakistan.
(b) Rural-Urban convergence and the future of cities in Pakistan
(c)The nature and genesis of social institutions with special refrence to political institutions.
(d) Demographic transitions identifying the stage in Pakistan.
Q.7. In the light of theoretical perspectives (Hegel, Marx, Coser,Mills) explain the true nature of conflict. Discuss the various forms of pervasive conflict in Pakistan Society.
Sociology Paper 2008
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Sociology
Part II
NOTE:
(i) Part-II is to be attempted on the separate Answer Book.
(ii) Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART-II. All questions carry equal marks.
(iii) Extra attempt of any question or any part of the attempted question will not be considered.
Q.2. Karl Marx has discussed labour theory of value in detail. What do you understand by that theory; write your answer in detail. (20)
Q.3. What type of survey would you use to study young criminals? Defend the logic og choice in detail. (20)
Q.4. Migration from rural to urban area is on the rise in Pakistan. Discuss all the positive and negative points at the origin and destination keeping theory of migration into consideration. (20)
Q.5. In what respects are your values similar to those of your parents? In what respects do they differ? How do you explain these differences? (20)
Q.6. Why does dissatisfaction with bureaucracy arises? What is major obstacle in eliminating bureaucratic features which cause resentment. Discuss in detail. (20)
Q.7. What do you understand by social mobility? Discuss “do transfer of payments aid or discourage social mobility”. (20)
Q8. Write short notes on following: (20)
a) Effects of Population Policy 2002
b) Internal migration
Sociology Paper 2009
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SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED Part-I 30 Minutes Maximum Marks 20
Part-II 2 hours & 30 Minutes Maximum marks 80
Competitive examination for
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The federal government, 2009
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED Part-I 30 Minutes Maximum Marks 20
Part-II 2 hours & 30 Minutes Maximum marks 80
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Q.2. Discuss the major contributors of Max Weber in understanding the society theoretically.
Q.3. Discuss the term Social Research and explain the important steps of inducting social research.
Q.4. Discuss Migration as a social phenomenon.
Q.5. Define the term “Social Change”. How it occurs in a traditional society? Disucss it in detail.
Q.6. Karl Marx “Theory of Labour” Discuss in detail.
Q.7. Define the term “Social Problem”. Discuss smuggling a social problem in a society.
Q.8. Define the term “Community” and discuss the important characteristics of rural and urban community.
Sociology Paper 2010
Part II. Attempt 4 questions
Q2) Discuss critically the theories of social action and bureacracy presented by Max Weber. How the theory of bureaucracy is relevant to situation in Pakistan? Discuss with logic and evidence
Q3)what is internal validity that influences social science research design? what are different threats to internal validity? discuss with examples
Q4) what is role of biradri/castes in political system of Pakistan? support your anwer with data and evidence from previous general election results in pakistani society.
Q5) Discuss the role of media in social and cultural change in pakistan. what type of social planning/policy is needed to direct this change in the context of our own social and cultural values. discuss with examples.
Q6) urbanization in pakistan is increasing day by day. how do you look into the future of major cities in pakistan? discuss in light of terror and security situation in these cities.
Q7) how do you perceive the future of family institution/system in pakistan.? discuss with examples especially keeping in view marriage, elderly and youth problems in the families.
Q8) write short notes on the following:
a. Poverty in Pakistan
b. Drug abuse in Pakistan
Q2) Discuss critically the theories of social action and bureacracy presented by Max Weber. How the theory of bureaucracy is relevant to situation in Pakistan? Discuss with logic and evidence
Q3)what is internal validity that influences social science research design? what are different threats to internal validity? discuss with examples
Q4) what is role of biradri/castes in political system of Pakistan? support your anwer with data and evidence from previous general election results in pakistani society.
Q5) Discuss the role of media in social and cultural change in pakistan. what type of social planning/policy is needed to direct this change in the context of our own social and cultural values. discuss with examples.
Q6) urbanization in pakistan is increasing day by day. how do you look into the future of major cities in pakistan? discuss in light of terror and security situation in these cities.
Q7) how do you perceive the future of family institution/system in pakistan.? discuss with examples especially keeping in view marriage, elderly and youth problems in the families.
Q8) write short notes on the following:
a. Poverty in Pakistan
b. Drug abuse in Pakistan
Sociology Paper 2011
Part II
Q2 Define the term "Social change" and discuss the process of social change in group behaviour.
Q3 Define the term "Social problem" and discuss the causes of drug abuse in Pakistan.
Q4 Discuss in detail "Urbanization as a process".
Q5 Write a note in detail on "Evolutionary Theory" given by Ibn-i-Khaldun.
Q6 Discuss in detail "Theory of Labour" given by Karl Marx.
Q7 Define the term "Social Research" and discuss the procedure "How to conduct a Research?"
Q8 Discuss the status of elderly people in Pakistani society.
Sociology Paper 2012
FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR
RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN B.P.S. – 17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 2012.
SOCIOLOGY
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR
RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN B.P.S. – 17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, 2012.
SOCIOLOGY
Part-ll
Attempt ONLY FOUR questions.
Q.2. Define culture invasion? Explain in detail the role of technological innovation and mass media in the revolution of rising expectations and the disruption of traditional society of Pakistan.
Q.3. Explain in detail the analysis f social conflict in capitist society shown by the prominent sociologist and economist Karl Marx.
Q.4. Discuss in detail the accelerating and decelerating factors of social change.How culture ethnocentrism promotes social change and maintain social order.
Q.5. Define ethnomethodology. Explain in detail Garfinkel view regarding ethnomethodology. How he used ethnomethodology in the field of sociological resarch and inquiry.?
Q.6. Define suicide and its type. Explain in detail the theory of anomy prsented by Emile-Durkhein. In what way the theory would be helpful in the solution of current involvement of Pakistani youth in suicidal attempts.
Q.7. Define urban sprawling. Explain in detail the socioeconomic impacts of peripheral areas on crime rate of urban society of Pakistan.
Q.8. Write short notes on any TWO of the following:
(i) Culture diffusion and schools of thoughts on culture diffusion.
(ii) Role of mosque in the integration of Pakistani society.
(iii) Changing family pattern, its causes and consequences.
(iv) The role of government and non-governmental orgainization in poverty alleviation of Pakistan.
Sociology Paper 2013
Q:2 Heredity versus group influence has given birth to controversy in explaining socialisation process. Where do you locate yourself in the theoretical debate?
Q:3 Is Max Weber more relevant than Durkheim in today's globalising world? Discuss with reference to their theoretical contributions.
Q: 4 What is hypothesis? Develop a hypothesis and identify:
(a) independent variables
(b) dependant variable and
(c) mediating variable (if any)
Q: 5 Define and differentiate between caste and class. Discuss the dynamics of classes in the existing feudal system.
Q: 6 Discuss as to how the process of social and cultural change in Pakistan can be accelerated? Your answer must include theoretically relevant factors in the rate of change.
Q: 7 Discuss the nature and genesis of institutions along with the change taking place in Pakistani family.
Q: 8 Write comprehensive notes on any two of the following:
(a) Marxist influence on sociological theory
(b) Determinants of social mobility
(c) Institutional evasions
(d) Social Planning
Q:3 Is Max Weber more relevant than Durkheim in today's globalising world? Discuss with reference to their theoretical contributions.
Q: 4 What is hypothesis? Develop a hypothesis and identify:
(a) independent variables
(b) dependant variable and
(c) mediating variable (if any)
Q: 5 Define and differentiate between caste and class. Discuss the dynamics of classes in the existing feudal system.
Q: 6 Discuss as to how the process of social and cultural change in Pakistan can be accelerated? Your answer must include theoretically relevant factors in the rate of change.
Q: 7 Discuss the nature and genesis of institutions along with the change taking place in Pakistani family.
Q: 8 Write comprehensive notes on any two of the following:
(a) Marxist influence on sociological theory
(b) Determinants of social mobility
(c) Institutional evasions
(d) Social Planning
Sociology Paper 2014
PART II
2. Discuss attribution theories with special reference to media portrayals of social issues. Explain the role of dispositional traits and situational factors for individual actions or decision making.
3. What is the mind construction and explain if it is a planned activity? Discuss the role of education policy towards the formation of social mind and also show its importance in a separate paragraph.
4. What is a social organization? Discuss how precepts about caste and social classes influences smooth running of society.
5. Discuss the burgeoning role of social media in Pakistan. Explain the importance of regulating the mainstream electronic media towards the achievement of national goals. Illustrate your answer with examples from Pakistan.
6. What is the trained incapacity? Write two examples about two institutions in Pakistan where trained incapacity is promoted and where empowerment is encouraged.
7. Define the concept of perception and reality Discuss how perception of people are manoeuvred to influence public opinion. Explain your answer with examples from Pakistan.
8. Write short notes on the following
a. Education as a factor of development
b. Security as a social construct
2. Discuss attribution theories with special reference to media portrayals of social issues. Explain the role of dispositional traits and situational factors for individual actions or decision making.
3. What is the mind construction and explain if it is a planned activity? Discuss the role of education policy towards the formation of social mind and also show its importance in a separate paragraph.
4. What is a social organization? Discuss how precepts about caste and social classes influences smooth running of society.
5. Discuss the burgeoning role of social media in Pakistan. Explain the importance of regulating the mainstream electronic media towards the achievement of national goals. Illustrate your answer with examples from Pakistan.
6. What is the trained incapacity? Write two examples about two institutions in Pakistan where trained incapacity is promoted and where empowerment is encouraged.
7. Define the concept of perception and reality Discuss how perception of people are manoeuvred to influence public opinion. Explain your answer with examples from Pakistan.
8. Write short notes on the following
a. Education as a factor of development
b. Security as a social construct
Sociology Paper 2015
NOTE: Choose any FOUR:
Q. No. 2. Discuss the major contributions of Max Weber in understanding the society theoretically.
Q. No. 3. Discuss Migration as a social Phenomenon.
Q. No. 4. Discuss in detail the Karl Marx's "Theory of Labour".
Q. No. 5. Define the term "Community" and discuss its important characteristics.
Q. No. 6. Define term "Social Change" and discuss it as a Social Process.
Q. No. 7. Define the term "Social Problem" and discuss Crime as a Social Problem?
Q. No. 8. Write a note in detail on "Evolutionary Theory" given by Ibn-I-Khaldun.
Q. No. 2. Discuss the major contributions of Max Weber in understanding the society theoretically.
Q. No. 3. Discuss Migration as a social Phenomenon.
Q. No. 4. Discuss in detail the Karl Marx's "Theory of Labour".
Q. No. 5. Define the term "Community" and discuss its important characteristics.
Q. No. 6. Define term "Social Change" and discuss it as a Social Process.
Q. No. 7. Define the term "Social Problem" and discuss Crime as a Social Problem?
Q. No. 8. Write a note in detail on "Evolutionary Theory" given by Ibn-I-Khaldun.
Sociology Paper 2017
FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION - 2017
FOR RECRUITMENT TO POST IN BS - 17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
SOCIOLOGY
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION - 2017
FOR RECRUITMENT TO POST IN BS - 17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS
PART - I (MCQs): MAXIMUM 30 MINUTES
PART - I (MCQs): MAXIMUM MARKS = 20
PART - II MAXIMUM MARKS = 80
NOTE:
(i) Part - II is to be attempted on the separate Answer Book.
(ii) Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART - II. ALL questions carry EQUAL marks.
(iii) All the parts (if any) of each Question must be attempted at one place instead of at different places.
(iv) Candidate must write Q. No. in the Answer Book in Accordance with Q. No. in the Q. Paper.
(v) No Page / Space be left blank between the answers. All the blank pages of Answer Book must be crossed.
(vi) Extra attempt of any question or any part of the attempted question will not be considered.
PART - II
Q.2 How evolutionary theories of sociology provide a stimulating gesture to transform societies? Compare and contrast the classical and neo-classical school of thoughts for understanding phenomenon of social change.
Q.3 What are core elements which lead to develop rigorous research design in social research?
Q.4 Discuss in brief the socio-cultural factors that may enhance and retard the process of social and cultural change in societies.
Q.5 Marx and Weber theorized that modern society alienated people. How do their approaches contrast each other and how their concepts of alienation can be compared with Durkheim's concept of anomic?
Q.6 What is the role of culture in socialization of an individual to become a useful member of a society? Discus what cultural patterns help to explain this phenomenon.
Q.7 Terrorism has become a real and potential threat to the global peace and stability. What role social scientists can play to combat their problem?
Q.8 Write notes on the following:
(A) Political economy of globalization
(B) Regional migration
Sociology Paper 2018
FEDERAL PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION-2018 FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN BS-17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
SOCIOLOGY
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION-2018 FOR RECRUITMENT TO POSTS IN BS-17
UNDER THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
SOCIOLOGY
TIME ALLOWED: THREE HOURS
PART-I(MCQS): MAXIMUM 30 MINUTES
PART-I (MCQS) MAXIMUM MARKS = 20
PART-II MAXIMUM MARKS = 80
NOTE: (i) Part-II is to be attempted on the separate Answer Book.
(ii) Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART-II. ALL questions carry EQUAL marks.
(iii) All the parts (if any) of each Question must be attempted at one place instead of at different places.
(iv) Candidate must write Q. No. in the Answer Book in accordance with Q. No. in the Q.Paper.
(v) No Page/Space be left blank between the answers. All the blank pages of Answer Book must be crossed.
(vi) Extra attempt of any question or any part of the attempted question will not be considered.
PART-II
Q. No. 2.Differentiate between Ethnocentrism and Xenocentrism with examples. Which one and how is important in damaging the peace and development situation in Karachi? Discuss with logic and evidence on the Issue. (20)
Q. No. 3.Make a comparative and analytical discussion on the Social Contract Theory and the Organismic Theory while developing your thesis with a logical conclusion. (20)
Q. No. 4. How do you see the future of Pakistani society resulting from the effect of Industrialization, Modernization, Urbanization and Modern means of communication upon social change processes? Discuss with examples. (20)
Q. No. 5. How do you see the future of major cities in Pakistan? Discussing by focusing on the issues of water and foods security and the situation of terrorism and extremism with examples and data. (20)
Q. No. 6. Discuss the structure and functions of Pakistani family with examples, keeping in view the changes occurring. How do you see the future of Pakistani Family System? Make a research based argument. (20)
Q. No. 7.Ibn-e-Khaldun but not August Comte is the founder of Sociology? Make your argument in favour or against this thought with logic and examples from the historical development of sociology. (20)
Q. No. 8. Write short notes on the following: (10 each)
(i) Research process in sociology
(ii) Deviance and street crime in Pakistan
