Matric (SSC) Pakistan Studies Syllabus

Pakistan Studies syllabus — full chapter and topic list

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1. 1

   Ideological Basis of Pakistan

   3 topics

   • Meaning and Definition of Ideology
   • Two-Nation Theory
   • Ideology in the Light of Sayings of Quaid-e-Azam and Allama Iqbal
2. 2

   Making of Pakistan

   3 topics

   • Muslim Reform Movements
   • Pakistan Movement and Important Milestones
   • Creation of Pakistan in 1947
3. 3

   Land and Climate of Pakistan

   3 topics

   • Geographical Location and Importance
   • Physical Features
   • Climate and Natural Regions
4. 4

   Natural Resources

   3 topics

   • Water and Agricultural Resources
   • Mineral and Power Resources
   • Forests and Wildlife
5. 5

   History of Pakistan

   3 topics

   • Constitutional Development
   • Political History and Major Events
   • Foreign Policy of Pakistan
6. 6

   Economy of Pakistan

   3 topics

   • Agriculture and Industry
   • Trade and Commerce
   • Means of Communication and Transport
7. 7

   Population and Society

   3 topics

   • Population Distribution and Growth
   • Languages and Culture of Pakistan
   • Social Problems and Their Solutions

Pakistan Studies flashcards for Matric (SSC)

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1. What is the literal meaning of the word 'ideology' and from which words is it derived?

   Ideology means 'science of ideas.' It is derived from the Greek words 'idea' (concept/thought) and 'logos' (study/science).

2. Define 'ideology' as a concept.

   Ideology is a set of beliefs, ideals, values and principles based on a particular way of life that a group or nation adopts and strives to achieve.

3. What is the ideology of Pakistan based on?

   The ideology of Pakistan is based on Islam, i.e., establishing a society where Muslims can order their lives according to the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah.

4. What is the Two-Nation Theory?

   The Two-Nation Theory holds that Hindus and Muslims of the subcontinent are two distinct nations with different religions, cultures, customs, languages and ways of life, and therefore cannot live together as one nation.

5. Who is regarded as the founder/first exponent of the Two-Nation Theory in the modern era?

   Sir Syed Ahmad Khan is regarded as the founder of the Two-Nation Theory; he was the first to use the term 'two nations' for Hindus and Muslims.

6. On what basis does the Two-Nation Theory distinguish Muslims from Hindus?

   On the basis of religion, culture, language, history, social customs, dress, food, festivals and overall way of life, which are fundamentally different for the two communities.

7. In which famous address did Allama Iqbal present the idea of a separate Muslim state?

   In his Allahabad Address of 1930, delivered as President of the All-India Muslim League's annual session.

8. What did Allama Iqbal demand in his 1930 Allahabad Address?

   He demanded the amalgamation of Punjab, North-West Frontier Province, Sindh and Balochistan into a single consolidated Muslim state in the north-west of India.

9. According to Quaid-e-Azam, why are Hindus and Muslims two nations?

   Quaid-e-Azam stated that Hindus and Muslims belong to two different religious philosophies, social customs and literatures; they neither intermarry nor interdine and belong to two different civilizations.

10. What did Quaid-e-Azam say is the foundation of the Two-Nation Theory in his statements?

    He said Islam and Hinduism are not merely religions but distinct social orders, and the dream of a common nationality of Hindus and Muslims is impossible.

11. Who is known as 'Mufakkir-e-Pakistan' (the Thinker of Pakistan)?

    Allama Muhammad Iqbal is known as Mufakkir-e-Pakistan, the thinker/dreamer of Pakistan.

12. Who is given the title 'Quaid-e-Azam' (the Great Leader)?

    Muhammad Ali Jinnah is given the title Quaid-e-Azam, the Great Leader, and is also called the founder of Pakistan (Baba-e-Qaum, Father of the Nation).

13. What was the Aligarh Movement and who started it?

    The Aligarh Movement was an educational reform movement started by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan to promote modern, Western education among Muslims; it led to the founding of MAO College, Aligarh (1875).

14. Into what did the MAO College, Aligarh, later develop?

    It later developed into Aligarh Muslim University in 1920.

15. What was the main aim of the Deoband Movement?

    The Deoband Movement (Darul Uloom Deoband, founded 1866) aimed to preserve and promote Islamic religious education and protect Muslims' religious identity.

16. What was the Faraizi Movement and who founded it?

    The Faraizi Movement was a religious reform movement founded by Haji Shariatullah in Bengal to make Muslims observe the obligatory duties (faraiz) of Islam and free them from un-Islamic practices.

17. Who led the Jihad Movement (Tehrik-e-Mujahideen) against the Sikhs and British?

    Syed Ahmad Shaheed Barelvi, assisted by Shah Ismail Shaheed, led the Jihad Movement; both were martyred at Balakot in 1831.

18. In which year was the All-India Muslim League founded and where?

    The All-India Muslim League was founded in 1906 at Dhaka (Dacca).

19. Who was the first president of the All-India Muslim League?

    Nawab Viqar-ul-Mulk presided over the founding session, while Sir Aga Khan was elected the first permanent president of the Muslim League.

20. What was the Lucknow Pact of 1916?

    The Lucknow Pact (1916) was an agreement between the Muslim League and the Congress in which Congress accepted the principle of separate electorates for Muslims.

21. What was the significance of separate electorates granted in 1909?

    The Minto-Morley Reforms (1909) granted Muslims the right of separate electorates, recognizing them as a separate political entity and accepting a key demand of the Simla Deputation (1906).

22. What was the Lahore Resolution and when was it passed?

    The Lahore Resolution (Pakistan Resolution) was passed on 23 March 1940 at Minto Park, Lahore, demanding independent states for Muslims in the north-western and eastern zones of India.

23. Who presented the Lahore Resolution of 1940?

    Maulvi A.K. Fazlul Haq (the Sher-e-Bengal) presented the Lahore Resolution.

24. Why is 23 March celebrated in Pakistan?

    23 March is celebrated as Pakistan Day to commemorate the passing of the Lahore Resolution (1940) and the adoption of the first constitution in 1956.

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