Civics with Shafquat Ali Academy Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 SST General 15 February, 2024 SPSC Past Papers 1 What does the term "Citizenship" refer to? (A) Owning Property (B) Membership in a community with rights and duties ¥ (C) Working in the Government (D) Being a Professional athlete2. Which of the following falls within the scope of civics? (A) Studying the Solar System (B) Learning about historical events (C) Understanding the legal rights of citizens’ (D) Being a Professional athlete 3.What Topics are covered under the scope of civics? (A) Mathematics and Science (B) Astronomy and Astrology (C) Government structure, political processes and citizenship / (D) Exploring Oceanography 4. How does civics education impact individuals? (A) By increasing ignorance about societal issues (B) By fostering a sense of responsibility and awareness’ (C) By Promoting division and conflict (D) By discouraging communication and collaboration5.. What is the nature of Government in the context of civics? (A) Exclusively individual decision-making (B) Collective decision-making and authority / (C) Absence of any governance structure (D) Strict military control 6.Which social science is most closely associated with the study of how people behave in groups? (A) Sociology (B) Physics (C) Chemistry (D) Psychology“7.. Which human rights treaty specifically protects the rights of children? (A) International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) (B) Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) / (C) Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (D) Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) 8..What is the primary purpose of a constitution in a political system? (A) To establish economic policies (B) To define the structure of government, allocate powers, and protect individual rights / (C) To regulate international trade (D) To outline cultural practices9..What is the concept of a social safety net? (A) Safety measures for entertainment events (B) Programs and policies designed to provide financial and social support to individuals facing hardship / (C) Safety measures for economic activities (D) Programs exclusive to religious institutions 10. Which UN agency is dedicated to addressing the needs of refugees and displaced persons? (A) World Food Programme (WFP) (B) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) (C) United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) / (D) International Monetary Fund (IMF)SST Civics 16 February Paper, 2024 Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 1. What is the significance of civic responsibility? (A) Owning a house (B) Contributing to the well-being of the community ” (C) Winning a sports competition (D) Understanding the structure and functions of government 2. What is the focus of civics education? (A) Learning about different cuisines (B) Exploring fashion trends (C) Studying ancient architecture (D) Understanding the rights and responsibilities of citizens /3. What is the primary focus of civics? (A) Exploration of outer space (B) understanding the physical science (C) Study of citizenship and government / (D) Analysis of animal behavior 4. What is the meaning of the term "Public Policy"? (A) Personal Preference (B) Government actions and decisions to address public issues’ (C) A type of clothing (D) social media trends5. Which social science is concerned with features of Earth and its impact on human society. (A) Anthropology (B) Sociology (C) Geography ¥ (D) Economics 6. What is the State in the context of Civics? A. Physical Education B. A sovereign entity with defined borders’ C. A form of entertainment D. A religious institution7. Why is the concept of citizenship important in a state? (A) To encourage isolation (B) To protect cultural diversity (C) To establish a sense of belonging, rights, and responsibilities / (D) To discourage engagement in government 8. What is the primary function of the family in civics? (A) Enforcing laws (B) Providing education and preparing children for citizenship” (C) Regulating the economy (D) Conducting scientific research9. What is the relationship between the family and civics? (A) No relationship exists between family and civics (B) Families have a limited role in citizenship education (C) Families play a crucial role in the development of responsible citizensV (D) Families are responsible for enforcing citizenship laws 10. How does the concept of "cosmopolitan citizenship" differ from traditional notions of citizenship? (A) Cosmopolitan citizenship is exclusive to cosmopolitan cities, while traditional citizenship is not. (B) Traditional citizenship is based on loyalty to a nation-state, politan citizenship emphasizes global identity and ity. (C) Both terms are interchangeable. (D) Cosmopolitan citizenship is limited to cultural aspects only, while traditional citizenship encompasses all aspects of life. 10SST General 17 February, 2024 Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 1. What's community in Psychology? (A) A type of government (B) A religious institution (C) A group of people living in the same or sharing Common interest / (D) A form of entertainment 2. What term is used to describe a community that shares a common cultural background, language, and traditions? (A) Divine community (B) Homogenous community ¥ (C) Fragmented community (D) Isolated community "13. How does society influence individuals? (A) Society has no impact on individual behavior. (B) Individuals solely determine their behavior. (C) Society shapes and influences individual behavior through norms and values. / (D) Society enforces strict rules on individuals. 4. What is the role of culture in the relationship between an individual and society? (A) Culture has no influence on individual behavior. (B) Culture shapes individuals’ beliefs, values, and behaviors within a society. / (C) Culture only affects the government. (D) Culture solely dictates economic activities. 125. What is the primary aim of the state's cultural function? (A) To control the music industry (B) To promote individualism (C) To preserve and promote cultural heritage” (D) To dictate personal preferences 6. Why is education considered a key aspect of a welfare state? (A) To control artistic expression (B) To dictate personal preferences (C) To ensure equal access to quality education for all citizens / (D) To dominate international sports events 137. What does the term "sovereignty" refer to in political science? (A) A type of currency (B) The supreme and independent authority of a state / (C) A form of artistic expression (D) The enforcement of strict laws 8. What is the concept of "citizenship education"? (A) Teaching individuals to be isolated (B) Educating individuals about their rights and responsibilities as citizens / (C) Focusing solely on economic matter (D) Encouraging authoritarian rule 149. How does the concept of e-citizenship or digital citizenship impact modern civic life? (A) E-citizenship has no relevance in modern civic life. (B) E-citizenship encourages isolation from digital platforms. (C) E-citizenship involves active participation and responsibility in the digital realm. (D) E-citizenship only applies to government officials. 10. How many amendments have been made to the constitution of Pakistan as of the latest available information? (A) 18 (B) 22 (C) 25v (D) 30 15SST General 18 February , 2024 Paper Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 1. What does the term "political rights" include? (A) The right to own property (B) The right to vote and participate in governmentY (C) The right to play sports (D) The right to drive car 2. Which social science studies the economic aspects of society? (A) Anthropology (B) EconomicsY (C) History (D) geography 163. What does sovereignty refer to in the context of state? A. The State of being physically fit. B. The supreme authority. / C. A type of currency D. Ability to play musical instrument 4. What term is used to describe a family consisting of parents and their children? (A) Extended family (B) Nuclear family “ (C) Blended family (D) Single-parent family 17:5. What is the role of the state in international relations? (A) Participating in global dance competitions (B) Establishing diplomatic relations and treaties with other nations / (C) Organizing local music festivals (D) Controlling the global economy 6. What is the primary goal of the government? (A) To maximize individual wealth (B) To protect individual rights (C) To promote the well-being and social security of its citizens (D) To regulate the fashion industry 187. How does sovereignty relate to the ability to make and enforce laws? (A) Sovereignty limits the power to make laws. (B) Sovereignty grants the authority to make and enforce laws. / (C) Laws are solely determined by international bodies. (D) Laws are dictated by religious institutions. 8. What role do non-government organizations (NGOs) play in shaping the concept of global citizenship? (A) NGOs have no impact on global citizenship. (B) NGOs advocate for exclusive national citizenship. (C) NGOs promote global citizenship by fostering international cooperation and addressing global issues. / (D) NGOs focus solely on economic matters. 199. How does the concept of cultural relativism impact the universality of human rights? (A) Cultural relativism promotes universal rights. (B) Cultural relativism challenges the universality of human rights by emphasizing cultural diversity and differing values. ” (C) The concept of cultural relativism is irrelevant to human rights. (D) Cultural relativism restricts human rights to specific cultural contexts. 10 In a constitutional monarchy, what is the role of the monarch? (A) To hold absolute power (B) To serve as the head of government (C) To perform ceremonial duties / (D) To appoint the prime minister 20SST General Civics Paper 19 February, 2024 Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 1. A political community that occupies a definite territory and has an organized government that enforces laws without approval from any higher authority. (A)Nation-State (B) Democracy C. Confederacy D. StateY 2. Groups of people united by bonds of race, language, custom, tradition, and sometimes religion. A. State B. Nation’ C. Government D. None of these 213. A country in which the territory of both the nation and the state coincides. (A) Bourgeoisie (B) Nation-State / (C) Confederacy (D) Free Enterprise 4. According to Lord Bruce, how many are the basic qualities of a good citizen? (A) 04 (B) 02 (C) 03 (D) 04 5. What is the greatest obstacle in the path of good citizenship? (A) Poverty (B) Dishonesty C. Wisdom (D) Ignorance’ 226. The Supreme and absolute authority within territorial boundaries. (A) Constitution (B) Autocracy (C) Sovereignty” (D) Government 7: Which organ of the government is required to protect the rights of the citizens? (A) Executive (B) Police (C) Legislature (D) Independent Judiciary / 8: The most common form that democracy takes in our time is that of: (A) Limited Democracy (B) Maximum Democracy (C) Representative Democracy ¥ (D) None of these 239. One Person One Vote means; A One person is to be voted by all B One person has one Vote and each person has one valueY C Aperson can vote once in lifetime D none of these 10.. Who said “ Civics is science that deals with Civic life and its problems" A. E.M White B. Patrick Geddes V C. K.K Aziz D. F.J Gould 24SST General Civics Paper 20 February, 2024 Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 1. "Citizen is that person who participates in the political functions of the state" said by -(A) Aristotle -(B) Plato -(C) John Mills - (D) Harold J Laski’ 2. Economic system is which the government owns the basic means of production distributes the products and wages and provides social services such as healthcare and welfare - (A) Communism - (B) Federalism -(C) Socialism / - (D) Command Economy 253. A loose union of independent states: - (A) Federal System - (B) Laissez Faire -(C) Confederacy / - (D) Capitalism 4. Who is the modern father of civics? - (A) EM White - (B) Patrick Geddes -(C) Benjamin Franklin / - (D) Marshal 265. The theory that by contract, people surrender to the state the power needed to maintain order, and the state, in turn agrees protect its citizens - (A) Government - (B) Constitutional Law -(C) Social Contract V - (D) Democracy 6. To approve means - (A) Cede - (B) Anarchy -(C) Ratify Vv - (D) Embargo 277. With respect to the concept of power-sharing, which of the following statements is not correct about Democracy? - (A) People rule themselves through representatives and institutions of self-governance in a Democracy - (B) People are the source of all political power and this power must be shared among them - (C) Democratic countries believe in giving respect to ethnically diverse groups and views - (D) Democracy doesn't allow the citizens to participate in the political process because power is only shared among representatives / 288. Which of the following institutions is not one of the three organs of government that share powers? - (A) Legislature -(B) Bureaucracy - (C) Executive - (D) Judiciary 9. Modern democracies maintain a check and balance system. Identify the correct option based on the horizontal power-sharing arrangement - (A) Central government, state government and local bodies - (B) Legislature, executive and judiciary / -(C) Among different social groups -(D) Among different pressure groups 2910. Power-sharing is good because it helps to reduce the possibility of conflict between social groups. This is an example of which reason of the power-sharing? -(A) Prudential / - (B) Moral -(C) Both (a)& (b) -(D) None of these 301. Civics is derived from ____ the Latin language. A. Civitas B. Civis C. Bothy D. None 2. Civics mean ___.- A. Citizen’ B. Province C. Civilization D. Government 3. There were___ city states in Greece. A. 158/ B. 258 C. 358 D. 458 4. Aristotle wrote book : A. Politics “/ B. Republic C. Emile D. Leviathan 5. Plato wrote Book : 31A. Politics B. Republic’ C. Emile D. Prince 6. Civics is called. in Arabic. Bah Caf Casi cll, 7. Civics started from__ A. USA B. UK C. France D. Greece’ 8. Who said "man is a social animal."? A. Aristotle B. Plato C. Machiavelli D. Hegel 9. The word CIVICS has been derived from two Latin words CIVITAS & CIVIS, which means A. citizens or citizenshipY B. State C. Civilization D. Politics 3210. According to___ civics is a di: line of knowledge, which deals with institutions, habits, activities and sentiments, which provide an individual irrespective of gender, with a moral force to pay his duties and to enjoy a sense of belongingness with an organization. A.F.J Gold¥ B. E.M White C. Patrick Gaddis D. None 3311.___ defines Civics as a useful discipline of human knowledge, which deals with every aspect of human life covering his past, present and future aspects at local, national and global levels. A.F.J Gold B. E.M White / C. Patrick Gaddis D. None 12. CIVICS is a branch of. e A Physical Science B. Biological Science C. Social ScienceY D. None 341. Join Batch: SST General Notes Fee : 500 2. Join Batch: CCE 2023 Screening Test Notes Fee : 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 13. UNO has__ members. A. 189 B. 190 C.193V D. 195 14.Thereare___ states in USA. A.13 B. 50 ¥ C. 38 D. 51 3515. What aspect of human life does ethics primarily focus on? a) Physical health b) High-quality character / c) Economic status d) Academic achievements 16. What field does ethics belong to? a) Natural Science b) Social Science’ c) Mathematics d) Physical Education 3617 .In a matriarchal family structure, who typically holds the primary authority? a) Father b) Grandparents c) Mother’ d) Eldest child 18. In a patriarchal family structure, who typically holds the primary authority? a) Mother b) Grandparents c) FatherY d) Youngest child 3719. What is the origin of the English word "society"? a) Greek b) Latinv c) French d) German 20. The Latin word "socius,” from which "society" is derived, translates to: a) Friend b) Leader c) Teacher d) CompanionY 3821. The Latin word "Natio," from which "nation" is derived, translates to: a) Country b) Birthy c) Culture d) Language 22. Who authored the work "Two Treatises of Government"? a. Thomas Hobbes b. John LockeY c. Jean-Jacques Rousseau d. Montesquieu 3923. In which year was "Two Treatises of Government" published? a. 1651 b. 16897 c. 1712 d. 1751 24 A government where power is vested in the hands of the people through elected representatives is called: - a. Autocracy - b. Oligarchy -c. Democracy 4 - d. Totalitarianism 4025. What is the primary form of government in the United Kingdom? -a. Parliamentary / - b. Presidential - c. Federation - d. Absolute monarchy 26. Which form of government does the United States primarily follow? - a. Parliamentary - b. Presidential ¥ - c. Federation - d. Absolute monarchy 4127. What is the primary form of government in Pakistan? -a. Parliamentary / - b. Presidential - c. Absolute monarchy - d. Theocratic state 28. What term is used to describe the process of citizens participating in decision-making through voting? a. Advocacy b. Democracy c. Civility d. Suffrage ¥ 4229. Who said "man is a political animal."? A. Aristotle” B. Plato C. Machiavelli D. Hegel 30. What does the Greek term "Polis" signify? a. State b. City ¥ c. Government d. Society 4331. What is the foundation of Civics primarily concerned with? a. State b. Government c. Humans¥ d. Society 32. Which social science is considered the "mother" of all social sciences? a. Political Science b. Sociology V c. Economics d. Civics 4433. Who is renowned for contributions to sociology? a. Socrates b. Ibn Khaldun / c. Avicenna d. Alberuni 34. What is the title of the book written by Ibn Khaldun? a. The Republic b. Leviathan c. Mugadama ¥ d. The Prince 4535. What does the term "Medina" mean? - a. Mountain -b. City ¥ -c. River - d. Desert 36. What is the meaning of the Latin term “natio"? -a. Nature -b. Birth ¥ - c. Knowledge - d. Power 4637. Which country is known for having the briefest constitution? -a. China -b. USA ¥ -c. India - d. Brazil 38. Which country boasts the longest constitution? -a. USA -b. India ¥ -c. UK - d. Canada 39. What type of constitution does the UK have? - a. Written 47- b. Unwritten ¥ - c. Semi-written - d. Flexible 40. In which ancient civilization did the concept of the State originate? -a. Egypt - b. China -c. Greece / - d. Rome 41. Which branch of social science does Civics belong to? - a. Anthropology - b. Economics - c. Political Science - d. Social Science ¥ 4842. In which ancient ci -a. Rome - b. Greece V - c. Egypt - d. Persia ization was Civics primarily oriented? 43. Magna Carta was signed in: -a. 1066 -b. 1215 ¥ -c. 1492 -d. 1776 4944. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted in: -a. 1945 -b. 1948 ¥ -c. 1955 -d. 1960 45.The Iranian Revolution took place in: -a. 1973 -b. 1979 ¥ -c. 1985 -d. 1991 46. Plato's ideal state is said to have: - a. 1000 citizens - b. 2500 citizens - c. 5040 citizens V - d. 10,000 citizens 5047. The concept of the ideal state is found in: - a. The Prince - b. Leviathan -c. The Republic ¥ - d. The Social Contract 48. Ayub Khan declared martial law in: -a. 1947 -b. 1958 ¥ -c. 1965 -d. 1971 5149. Society derived from Socius "Socius" in Latin means: -a. City -b. Companion / - c. Power - d. Knowledge 50. "Social Contract” was written by: - a. Rousseau / - b. Hobbes - c. Locke - d. Montesquieu 521. Join Batch: SST General Notes Fee : 500 2. Join Batch: CCE 2023 Screening Test Notes Fee : 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 51. "Leviathan" was written by: - a. Rousseau - b. Hobbes ¥ -c. Locke - d. Montesquieu 52. "Two Treatises on Government" was written by: - a. Rousseau - b. Hobbes -c John Locke ¥ - d. Montesquieu 5353. "Emile" was written by: -a. Rousseau / - b. Hobbes -c. Locke - d. Montesquieu 54.Which ancient civilization is credited with developing the concept of democracy? A) Roman Empire B) Egyptian Empire C) Greek City-Statesv D) Persian Empire 5455.Who was the first President of the United States? A) Thomas Jefferson B) John Adams. C) George Washington’ D) James Madison 56.Which political philosopher is known for his work "The Leviathan" and the idea of a social contract as a means to establish a just and orderly society? A) John Locke B) Jean-Jacques Rousseau C) Thomas HobbesY D) Montesquieu 5557.Who is considered the father of modern political philosophy and authored "Two Treatises of Government," emphasizing natural rights and the consent of the governed? A) John LockeY B) Thomas Hobbes C) Jean-Jacques Rousseau D) Karl Marx 58.Which philosopher's work "The Social Contract" discusses the concept of the general will and the idea that individuals should submit to the authority of the community? A) Jean-Jacques Rousseau/ B) John Locke C) Thomas Hobbes D) Montesquieu 5659.This philosopher's work "The Republic" discusses the concept of the philosopher-king and the allegory of the cave. Who is he? A) Aristotle B) Plato’ C) Socrates D) Confucius 60.In which ancient civilization did the concept of democracy originate, as exemplified by the city-state of Athens? A) Roman Empire B) Mesopotamia C) Greek City-States / D) Egyptian Empir 5761.The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, is often considered a foundational document for the idea of: A) Absolute monarchy B) Constitutional monarchy / C) Republic D) Direct democracy 62.Which city is often regarded as the birthplace of modern democracy and was home to the world's first known democratic constitution? A) Rome B) Athens¥ C) Cairo D) Babylon 5863. The idea of the separation of powers, later influential in modern democracies, was articulated by which Enlightenment thinker? A) Montesquieu’ B) Voltaire C) Rousseau D) Locke 64. A political community that occupies a definite territory and has an organized government with the power to make and enforce laws without approval from any higher authority. Nation-state Democracy State V Confederacy 5965. Groups of people united by bonds of race, language, custom, tradition, and sometimes religion. Consensus State Government Captalism Nation’ 6066.A country in which the territory of both the nation and the state coincide. Bourgeoisie Nation-state / Free enterprise Confederacy State 6167.An agreement about basic beliefs. Consensus ¥ Sovereignty Constitution Political party Capitalism 6268.The supreme and absolute authority within territorial boundaries. Constitution Government Command economy Sovereignty “ Autocracy 6369.The institution through which the state maintains social order provides public services and enforces binding decisions on citizens. Government/Y Consensus Federal system Republic Economics 6470.The theory that by contract, people surrender to the state the power needed to maintain order, and the state, in turn, agrees to protect its citizens. Government Constitutional law Democracy Social contract Y Communism 6571.A loose union of independent states. Confederacy / Laissez faire Communism Political party Federal system 6672.plan that provides the rules for government. Consensus Constitution’ Confederacy Federal system Socialism 6773.The nation only beginning to develop industrially: Industrialized nation Confederacy Unitary system Developing nation’ Republic 6874.The effort to control or influence the conduct and policies of the government. Political parties PoliticsY Federal system Unitary system Command economy . 6975.A statement in a constitution that sets forth the goals and purposes of government. Article Law Constitutional government Article 1 Preamble’ 7076.A government that gives all key powers to the national or central government. Federal system Communism Unitary system. / 7177.system of government in which the power to rule is in the hands of a single individual. Autocracy / Democracy Oligarchy Unitary system Federal system . 7278.The government in which the people rule. Oligarcy Autocracy Dictatorship Democracy ¥ Representative government 7379.Autocracy in which a king, queen, or emperor exercise supreme powers of government. Dictatorship Command economy Proletariat Socialism Monarchy ¥ 7480.A system of government in which a small group holds power. Democracy Autocracy Communism Socialism Oligarchy / 7581.A government in which voters hold sovereign power, elected representatives, responsible to the people, exercise that power. Democracy Republic. / Autocracy Oligarchy Socialism 7682.Capitalists who own the means of production. Proletariat Bourgeoisie / Command economy Communism Capitalism a83.economic system providing free choice and individual incentives for workers, investors, consumers, and business enterprises. Communism Socialism Capitalism. / Federalism Free enterprise 7884.Workers who produce the goods. Bourgeoisie Capitalists Proletariat / Communists Producers 7985.An economic system in which the government owns the basic means of production distributes the products and wages and provides social services such as healthcare and welfare. Communism Socialism/ Federalism Command economy Capitalism Join Batch SST General, CCE 2023 Screening Test. Fee: 500 Whatsapp Message: 03032154066 80