Federal Public Service Commission
International Relations I-II
Competitive Examination-2023
The 2023 International Relations papers offer a rigorous examination of theoretical shifts and pressing global crises. Paper I focuses on the core principles of Constructivism, the complexities of asymmetrical warfare, and the significance of the IAEA and IMF in developing contexts. It also addresses the transition of the global power structure and the implications of China's rise. Paper II evaluates major geopolitical issues, including the Ukraine Crisis from a realist perspective, the U.S. Indo-Pacific construct, and the post-withdrawal landscape of Afghanistan. Additionally, it covers Pakistan’s progress on Sustainable Development Goals, climate change vulnerability, and the legal impacts of changes to Kashmir's status.
PAPER-I PART-II
Question No. 2
Discuss the main principles of Constructivism in International Relations. Give a comparative analysis of constructivism and realism with examples.
Question No. 3
What are the best policy options to deal with asymmetrical warfare?
Question No. 4
Role of IMF in developing countries is a contested issue in academic research. What are some positive and negative implications on low income countries?
Question No. 5
Discuss the significance of IAEA. Critically evaluate its role in nuclear non-proliferation.
Question No. 6
Do you think global power structure is passing through transition? What are the contours of big powers strategic realignment?
Question No. 7
Discuss the concept of state sovereignty. What are the major arguments about non-interference in International Law?
Question No. 8
Does China's rise challenge the global political system? What are the implications on Balance of Power Politics?
Question No. 2
John Mearsheimer blames the United States for the ongoing Ukraine Crisis. How do you assess this crisis? Support your argument by drawing empirical evidence from the conflict scenarios.
Question No. 3
What are the various strands of the Indo-Pacific construct of the U.S. and its allies? What are the options for Pakistan to deal with the significance assigned to India in the Indo-pacific region?
Question No. 4
Write a detailed note on evolving domestic political dynamics of Afghanistan in the wake of U.S. withdrawal from the country. Discuss key constraints to Pakistan's foreign policy towards Afghanistan.
Question No. 5
Pakistan is reckoned among the top 10 most vulnerable countries to climate change. What urgent policy measures Pakistan need to initiate to mitigate the climate effects?
Question No. 6
Pakistan has affirmed its commitment to the 2030 Agenda of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). How modest is Pakistan's progress on SDGs and what are the challenges that Pakistan faces in realizing these goals?
Question No. 7
How has India's scrapping of its constitutional law (articles 370 and 35A) that grants special status to the Indian-administered Kashmir impacted the legal standing of Kashmir dispute?
Question No. 8
How are international financial institutions i.e., FATF, IMF and multilateral organizations used as tool of coercion and what are options for countries like Pakistan to safeguard their interests?