Build exam-ready knowledge in Civics & Political Science

Civics and Political Science test your understanding of government, rights, institutions and political processes. Our structured quizzes transform static facts into active recall practice — the best way to retain information and perform under timed conditions.

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What is Civics?

Civics focuses on the study of citizens, government institutions, laws, rights, and duties. It explains how a state functions and how citizens participate in governance. Civics builds awareness of constitutional rights, rule of law, and democratic values.

What is Political Science?

Political Science studies political behavior, political institutions, public administration, international relations, and political theories. It helps students understand power distribution, governance models, and global political systems.

Major Areas of Civics & Political Science

  • State, Government, and Citizenship
  • Democracy and Forms of Government
  • Constitutional Development of Pakistan
  • Fundamental Rights & Duties
  • Political Systems (Presidential & Parliamentary)
  • Federalism and Provincial Autonomy
  • Separation of Powers
  • Political Parties and Elections
  • Public Administration & Governance
  • International Relations & Global Politics

Democracy and Governance

Democracy is a system of government where authority is derived from the people. It ensures accountability, participation, transparency, and protection of fundamental rights. Governance refers to how power is exercised and policies are implemented effectively.

Constitution of Pakistan

The Constitution of Pakistan (1973) is the supreme law of the country. It defines the structure of government, separation of powers, rights of citizens, and the role of judiciary. Constitutional amendments, Islamic provisions, and federal structure are core exam topics.

Federalism & Separation of Powers

Federalism divides powers between the center and provinces, ensuring administrative efficiency and regional autonomy. Separation of powers divides authority among legislature, executive, and judiciary to maintain checks and balances.

Political Systems of the World

  • Presidential System (USA)
  • Parliamentary System (UK, Pakistan)
  • Unitary System
  • Federal System
  • Authoritarian & Totalitarian Systems

Why Civics & Political Science Matter in Exams

  • High-weightage subject in CSS & PMS
  • Core for interviews and psychological tests
  • Improves analytical and critical thinking
  • Helps understand current affairs

Why choose ExamChamber for Civics & Political Science?

ExamChamber is built for learners who want focused, exam-oriented practice. We convert large syllabi into short, targeted quizzes that highlight high-frequency facts and conceptual linkages. Key strengths:

  • Topic-focused quizzes: practice Government Types, Democracy & Elections, Constitution, Judiciary and International Relations separately to build depth.
  • Concise explanations: each question includes a short rationale so you learn why an answer is correct — not just what it is.
  • Mobile-first and fast: lightweight pages and one image ensure fast loading on slower networks.
  • Exam-aligned: content mirrors formats used in boards, recruitment and competitive exams (MCQs & short answer frames).

How to prepare: a practical plan

Follow a layered schedule that balances facts and analysis:

  1. Week 1 — Core facts: provinces, constitution basics, major institutions, and key political terms.
  2. Week 2 — Systems & processes: types of governments, electoral systems, political parties and their roles.
  3. Week 3 — Application: practice scenario questions, compare systems, and link events to constitutional provisions.
  4. Ongoing: weekly mixed tests, monthly past-paper sessions, and consistent revision of mistake log.

Complete guide — topic checklist

Before exam day, ensure you’ve covered:

  • Foundations: citizenship, rights, obligation
  • Institutions: legislature, executive, judiciary structures
  • Constitution: key articles, amendment process
  • Democracy & Elections: systems, campaigning, electoral bodies
  • Local government: structures, roles and functions
  • Human rights & laws: major conventions, enforcement bodies
  • International relations basics: UN, SAARC, bilateral ties

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Introduction to Civics

Introduction to Civics

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Which of the following is NOT a civic right?

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The first duty of a citizen is to:

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In a democratic state, the citizens are considered:

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Which one is an essential quality of a good citizen?

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Civics also deals with the study of:

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The main difference between a citizen and a non-citizen is:

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Who is considered the father of political science, closely related to civics?

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A citizen is a person who enjoys:

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Which one is NOT a source of civic knowledge?

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The ultimate aim of civics is to create:

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The relationship between citizens and the state is studied under:

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Which is considered the smallest political unit in civics?

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Which of the following is a basic concept of civics?

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The primary objective of Civics is to make a person a good:

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Which of the following is NOT an element of civics?

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The subject of Civics deals with:

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Civics is mainly concerned with:

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The Latin word Civics means:

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The word “Civics” is derived from which language?

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The word "Civics" is derived from which Latin word?

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What is the primary focus of Civics as a subject?

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Government Types

Government Types

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Who was the first Governor-General of Pakistan?

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Who was the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?

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The Objectives Resolution was passed in:

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Pakistan’s first constitution was enforced in:

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. Who abrogated the 1956 Constitution and imposed Martial Law in 1958?

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The 1962 Constitution of Pakistan was introduced by:

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Who was the first elected Prime Minister of Pakistan?

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In which year did East Pakistan separate and Bangladesh emerge?

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The current Constitution of Pakistan was enforced in:

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. Who was the first civilian Martial Law Administrator of Pakistan?

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General Zia-ul-Haq imposed Martial Law in:

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Who was the first woman Prime Minister of Pakistan?

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. Who was the first caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan?

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The Eighteenth Constitutional Amendment was passed in:

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Under which amendment was the name “Islamic Republic of Pakistan” adopted?

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Which political party was founded by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in 1967?

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Who was the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)?

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The Simla Agreement between Pakistan and India was signed in:

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Who was the first President of Pakistan?

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. The first no-confidence motion in Pakistan’s National Assembly was moved against:

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Constitution of Pakistan

Constitution of Pakistan 1973

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According to the 1973 Constitution, who is the Head of the Government?

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According to the 1973 Constitution, who is the Head of the State?

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Which Amendment made the 1973 Constitution Islamic in character (Objectives Resolution as preamble)?

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How many Articles are there in the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan (originally)?

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How many Schedules are there in the 1973 Constitution?

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How many parts does the 1973 Constitution have?

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According to the 1973 Constitution, Pakistan is a:

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Who was the Prime Minister when the 1973 Constitution was passed?

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Who was the President when the 18th Amendment was passed?

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Which Amendment reduced the powers of the President and made Pakistan a parliamentary democracy?

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Which Article of the Constitution of Pakistan defines treason?

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Which Article of the Constitution deals with Emergency provisions?

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Fundamental Rights are mentioned in which part of the 1973 Constitution?

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Which Article of the Constitution of Pakistan declares Islam as the State religion?

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Which Constitution of Pakistan introduced the system of “Basic Democracies”?

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Who enforced the 1962 Constitution of Pakistan?

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Which Constitution was abrogated by General Ayub Khan in 1958?

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Which Constitution of Pakistan declared the country an “Islamic Republic” for the first time?

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The current Constitution of Pakistan was enforced in:

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The 1962 Constitution of Pakistan was introduced by:

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Political Systems

Political Systems

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A political system refers to:

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Which political system is based on the will of the people?

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The system where one party dominates all political activities is called:

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A system in which many parties exist and compete is called:

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Which political system does Pakistan follow?

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In a unitary political system, power is concentrated in:

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A federal political system divides powers between:

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The separation of powers theory was given by:

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In a parliamentary political system, the executive is:

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In a presidential system, the president is both:

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Which political system gives importance to equality and collective ownership?

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In a capitalist political system, the economy is based on:

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The political system in which the army controls the government is called:

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In a confederation, maximum power rests with:

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The political system of the United States is:

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In a totalitarian political system:

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A mixed political system combines features of:

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In an authoritarian system:

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In a secular political system:

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Which political system is considered most stable for diverse societies?

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Democracy & Elections

Democracy & Elections

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The word “Democracy” is derived from Greek words meaning:

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Who is regarded as the father of democracy?

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Democracy in Pakistan is based on the principle of:

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of democracy?

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Direct democracy is practiced in:

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In representative democracy, citizens:

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Which is the minimum voting age in Pakistan?

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The right to vote is called:

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The Election Commission of Pakistan is responsible for:

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Which Article of the Constitution of Pakistan provides for the Election Commission?

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The secret ballot system ensures:

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In democracy, sovereignty belongs to:

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The first general elections in Pakistan were held in:

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The system in which elections are held on the basis of “one man, one vote” is:

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An election in which all adults have the right to vote is called:

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Mid-term elections are held when:

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In Pakistan, the National Assembly members are elected for a term of:

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Free media is considered:

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Which form of democracy is most common in the world today?

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The fairness of elections ensures:

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Political Parties

Political Parties

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Who was the first Governor-General of Pakistan?

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Who was the first Prime Minister of Pakistan?

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The Objectives Resolution was passed in:

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Pakistan’s first constitution was enforced in:

5 / 20

. Who abrogated the 1956 Constitution and imposed Martial Law in 1958?

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The 1962 Constitution of Pakistan was introduced by:

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Who was the first elected Prime Minister of Pakistan?

8 / 20

In which year did East Pakistan separate and Bangladesh emerge?

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The current Constitution of Pakistan was enforced in:

10 / 20

. Who was the first civilian Martial Law Administrator of Pakistan?

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General Zia-ul-Haq imposed Martial Law in:

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Who was the first woman Prime Minister of Pakistan?

13 / 20

. Who was the first caretaker Prime Minister of Pakistan?

14 / 20

The Eighteenth Constitutional Amendment was passed in:

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Under which amendment was the name “Islamic Republic of Pakistan” adopted?

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Which political party was founded by Zulfikar Ali Bhutto in 1967?

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Who was the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)?

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The Simla Agreement between Pakistan and India was signed in:

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Who was the first President of Pakistan?

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. The first no-confidence motion in Pakistan’s National Assembly was moved against:

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Local Government

Local Government

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The Basic Democracies system was introduced in:

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Local government helps in:

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Which level of local government deals with towns and cities?

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Local government reduces the burden on:

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The Panchayat system is a traditional form of:

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Local bodies elections in Pakistan are conducted by:

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Local government ensures:

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Which local government system was introduced by General Musharraf?

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The main source of income of local government is:

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The Basic Democracies system was introduced in:

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The smallest unit of local government is:

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The head of a union council is called:

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In urban areas, local government institutions are called:

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Local government institutions in rural areas are called:

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Which system of government strengthens democracy at the grassroots?

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Which Article of the Constitution of Pakistan deals with local government?

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Local government is also called:

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The main purpose of local government is to:

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Local government means:

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Judiciary System

Judiciary System

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The Supreme Court of Pakistan is the:

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Who is the head of the judiciary in Pakistan?

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The number of judges of the Supreme Court is determined by:

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The Constitution of Pakistan 1973 gives the Supreme Court:

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The High Courts in Pakistan are established under:

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Which court hears writ petitions under Article 199?

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The Federal Shariat Court examines laws in light of:

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Which court deals with family and guardianship matters?

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Which court has original jurisdiction in disputes between provinces?

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The judiciary in Pakistan is separated from the executive under:

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Special courts like Banking Courts, Anti-Terrorism Courts, and NAB Courts are created under:

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The term of office of the Chief Justice of Pakistan ends at the age of:

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The appellate courts hear:

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The District and Sessions Judge is appointed by:

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Which law regulates partnership business in Pakistan?

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Which court has original jurisdiction in disputes between provinces?

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Which law deals with the punishment of crimes in Pakistan?

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Which federal law regulates the arbitration process?

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Which article of the Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial?

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Under federal law, who has the authority to dissolve the National Assembly?

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Human Rights & Law

Human Rights & Law

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Which of the following is an example of violation of human rights?

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The basic purpose of law is to:

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Laws are made by:

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The right to life and liberty is protected under:

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The right to practice any religion freely is called:

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Violation of human rights leads to:

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Human rights are based on the principle of:

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The right to a fair trial is mentioned in Article:

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Which institution safeguards human rights in Pakistan?

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Human rights are protected at the international level by:

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The right to vote in Pakistan is given to all citizens above:

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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right?

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The right to education is recognized as:

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The right to freedom of speech is a:

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Which Article of the 1973 Constitution of Pakistan guarantees fundamental rights?

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Fundamental rights in Pakistan are guaranteed by the:

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Which organization adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted in:

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Human rights are:

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Human Rights Day is celebrated on:

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International Relations

International Relations

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International Relations is mainly concerned with:

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The United Nations (UN) was founded in:

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The headquarters of the United Nations is in:

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The League of Nations was established after:

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Pakistan became a member of the UN in:

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The Cold War was mainly between:

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SAARC was established in:

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The headquarters of SAARC is in:

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Which of the following is a permanent member of the UN Security Council?

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NAM stands for:

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The policy of non-alignment was introduced during:

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WTO stands for:

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Which country is not a member of SAARC?

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The headquarters of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is in:

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Which body of the UN is responsible for maintaining international peace and security?

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OIC stands for:

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Pakistan became a member of OIC in:

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The main purpose of the UN is to:

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Diplomacy in International Relations means:

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The term "Third World" generally refers to:

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Exam Strategy & Quick Tips

Answer confidently: read questions carefully for qualifiers such as “most likely,” “except,” or “best explanation.” For essay-style or longer answers, use a quick outline (thesis, two supporting points, conclusion). Keep a short revision notebook for constitutional articles and key political dates.

Past Papers & Practice

Use past papers to detect repeated themes — many exams recycle topic frames (e.g., electoral reforms, local government functions, constitutional amendments). Practice mixed-topic timed sets to simulate exam conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to memorise constitutional facts?

Use flashcards and short mnemonic notes. Relate articles to real-life cases or news items to anchor memory with context.

How much current affairs is required for civics exams?

Focus on events that have constitutional, electoral or policy implications (major amendments, electoral reforms, judicial landmark rulings).

Do you provide past-paper style quizzes?

Yes — ExamChamber includes past-paper style sets; use them for weekly timed practice and to detect recurrent question patterns.

How often should I practice?

Daily short practice (15–30 minutes) plus a weekly full-length test is the recommended routine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is Civics compulsory for all exams?

Civics appears directly or indirectly in almost all competitive exams.

2. Is Political Science scoring?

Yes, it is considered a high-scoring optional subject.

3. Which exams include Civics?

CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, Police, Armed Forces, Teaching tests.

4. Is Pakistan Constitution important?

Yes, it is one of the most repeated exam topics.

5. What is the difference between Civics and Political Science?

Civics focuses on citizenship; Political Science focuses on power and politics.

6. Is federalism important?

Yes, especially after the 18th Constitutional Amendment.

7. Are political theories required?

Basic understanding of political thinkers is useful.

8. How many MCQs come from Civics?

Usually 5–10 MCQs depending on exam pattern.

9. Is this subject helpful for interviews?

Yes, it strengthens analytical and civic understanding.

10. How to revise effectively?

Use short notes, timelines, and practice tests.

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