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Hamza Ali Abbasi’s journey from CSS officer to an actor.
Hamza Ali Abbasi is a name that needs no introduction in the Pakistani entertainment industry. He has made a name for himself as an actor, director, and producer. However, his journey to success was not easy. He had to make some tough decisions along the way, including leaving a secure government job to pursue his passion for acting.Hamza Ali Abbasi was born on June 23, 1984, in Multan, Pakistan. He completed his early education from Islamabad and later went on to study at the United States Air Force Academy.

After completing his studies, he returned to Pakistan and appeared in the CSS examination. He passed the exam and was selected to join the prestigious Police Services Of Pakistan (PSP).However, even though he had secured a promising career in the government sector, Hamza was not satisfied. Acting had always been his passion, and he felt that he needed to pursue it. He had already acted in a few plays while studying in the US, and he knew that he had the talent and potential to make it big in the Pakistani entertainment industry.So, despite the objections of his family and friends, Hamza decided to leave his job in the PSP and pursue acting full-time. It was a risky decision, but he was determined to follow his heart.Hamza’s first break came in 2013 when he was cast in the drama serial “Pyarey Afzal.”

The show was a massive hit, and Hamza’s performance as the lead character Afzal won him critical acclaim and a huge fan following. He went on to star in several other successful dramas, including “Mann Mayal,” “Alif Allah Aur Insaan,” and “Meray Dost Meray Yaar.”In addition to acting, Hamza also ventured into directing and producing. He directed the film “Maula Jatt 2,” which was released in 2019. He also produced the film “Parwaaz Hai Junoon,” which was a commercial and critical success.Hamza’s success in the entertainment industry has made him one of the most sought-after actors in Pakistan.

He has won several awards for his performances, including the Lux Style Award for Best TV Actor and the Hum Award for Best Actor.However, Hamza’s journey to success has not been without its challenges. He has faced criticism and controversy for his outspoken views on social and political issues. He has been vocal about his support for the Pakistani armed forces and has been accused of being too patriotic. He has also been criticized for his views on feminism and women’s rights.Despite the challenges,

Hamza has remained true to himself and his beliefs. He has used his platform to speak out on issues that he feels strongly about, even if it means facing backlash and criticism from some quarters.Hamza’s story is an inspiration to anyone who wants to pursue their dreams, even if it means taking a risk and going against the expectations of others. He has shown that with hard work, determination, and a little bit of luck, anything is possible.

In conclusion, Hamza Ali Abbasi is a talented actor, director, and producer who has made a name for himself in the Pakistani entertainment industry. His journey from a career in the government sector to pursuing his passion for acting is a testament to his courage and determination. Despite facing challenges and criticism, he has remained true to himself and his beliefs. Hamza’s story is an inspiration to anyone who wants to follow their dreams and make a mark in their chosen field.

He has also been actively involved in social work and has used his platform to raise awareness about important issues. He has been a vocal advocate for education, healthcare, and human rights in Pakistan. In 2018, he launched the Hamza Ali Abbasi Foundation, which aims to provide education and healthcare facilities to underprivileged communities in Pakistan.Hamza’s popularity extends beyond Pakistan, and he has a significant following in other parts of the world, including India, the Middle East, and North America.

He has also been invited to speak at several international conferences and events.In recent years, Hamza has taken a break from acting to focus on his social work and political activism. He has been an active participant in the political scene in Pakistan and has been associated with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. He has also been a vocal critic of corruption and injustice in the country.Hamza’s journey from a government job to becoming one of the most successful actors in Pakistan is a story of determination, hard work, and following one’s passion.

He has shown that it is possible to make a mark in any field if one is willing to take risks and work hard towards their goals. Hamza Ali Abbasi continues to inspire millions of people around the world with his talent, passion, and commitment to social causes.
Hamza Ali Abbasi

HOW TO HANDLE PAKISTAN AFFAIR?

Pakistan Affairs is generally believed to be a comparatively low-scoring subject. There are different takes of different people on this very subject. Some of them believed that the Pre-partition portion can fetch you good marks whereas the others have been found favoring the post-partition era. But thanks to the uncertain nature of FPSC, no one is sure as to which portion will be given more weight-age. The prime example is the CSS-2017 Pakistan Affairs paper where the examiner has turned a blind eye towards the Pre-partition era. Still, you cannot omit the Pre-partition era.
An aspirant needs to have all the aspects completely covered since examiner can surprise you in his/her own possible style.
Therefore, the aspirant needs to have a very tactical approach and bear in mind that the can pave the way towards success.
An aspirant needs to analyze the past papers along with keeping an eye on the course prescribed by the FPSC.
As Sir Francis Bacon states, “Some books are to be read only in parts, others to be read, but not curiously, and some to be read wholly, and with diligence and attention.”
Similar kind of a thing applies on the subjects included in CSS.
Even in Pakistan Affairs, you need to categorize the topics into two main portions.
1. The topics to be read wholly, and with diligence and attention.
2. The topics to be read the sake of coherence and MCQs.

The first category comprises the topics that embody the main and significant events.
The second category consists of the topics that provide connectivity among various main events and good from the point of MCQs as well.
The total list of topics for both the categories will be shared later.
The point that should be kept in mind is that a major part of Pakistan Affairs in covered quite well if you prepare properly for the Current Affairs.

The recommended books are as follows.
 The Making of Pakistan by K. K. Aziz
 Pakistan Beyond Crisis State by Maleeha Lodhi
 Pakistan Affairs by Ikram Rabbani
 Trek to Pakistan by Ahmed Saeed
NOTE: Whenever you are going to start any topic, do look at the past papers and try to analyze the different perspectives from which questions have been asked. This will alert your mind and make you have an in-depth study of a topic from various angles.
Keep the point in mind that if you want to score high in Pak. Affairs, you need to have candid analytical ability, the quotes said by various personalities, and your ability to inter-relate the events with one another.

TOPICS TO BE READ WHOLLY WITH DILIGENCE AND ATTENTION.

1. Downfall and Deformation of Muslim Society/Rule in Sub-continent & its factors.
2. Ideology of Pakistan in the light of Speeches and statements of Allama Iqbal and Quaid- i Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Reforms
3. Mujaddad Alf Sani
4. Shah Waliullah
5. Syed Ahmed Shaheed and his Jihadi Movement
6. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan/Aligarh Movement,
7. Deoband
8. Nadwat-e-Ulema.
9. Partition of Benagl, Its Annulment and Muslims’ Reaction
10. Shimla Deputation
11. Formation of All India Muslim League
12. Minto-Morley Reforms
13. Lucknow Pact
14. Khilafat Movement
15. Nehru Report
16. Quaid-e-Azam’s Fourteen Points, 20th March; 1927
17. Lahore Resolution, 23rd March; 1940
18. Cabinet Mission, 24th March;1946
19. Initial Problems of Pakistan
20. Quaid-e-Azam as Governor General
21. Objectives Resolution
22. Land and People of Pakistan
a. Geography, Society, Natural resources, Agriculture, Industry and education with reference to characteristics, trends and problems.
23. Strategic and Political Aspects
24. Socio-Economic Challenges
a. Economic Challenges in Pakistan: Economic Conditions of Pakistan, the Most Recent Economic Survey, the Previous and Current Budgets, and the Problems and Performance of Major Sectors of Economy.
Education, Health and Sanitation.
c. Ethnic Issues and National Integration
d. Hydro Politics ; Water Issues in Domestic and Regional Context
e. Pakistan’s Energy Problems and their Effects

ii. Regional Dynamics
a. Pakistan and Changing Regional Apparatus and Pakistan’s Role in the Region
b. Regional Cooperation Organizations (SAARC,ECO,SCO) and the Role of Pakistan
c. Pakistan’s Relations with Neighbors excluding India
d. Pakistan and India Relations Since 1947
e. The Kashmir Issue
f. The war in Afghanistan since 1979 and its impact on, and challenges to Pakistan in the Post 2014 era.
g. Proxy Wars: Role of External Elements

iii. Global Issues
a. The Palestine Issue
b. Pakistan and US War on Terror

NOTE: Kindly read the topics in the chronological order. It will enable you inter-relate the topics which will fetch you very good marks.

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A comparison of Bangladesh and Pakistan on different indices👇
GDP
🇧🇩$416 billion
🇵🇰$346 billion

Per capita
🇧🇩$2503 (60% higher)
🇵🇰$1538

Foreign exchange reserve
🇧🇩$30 billion
🇵🇰 $5 billion

Life expectancy
🇧🇩73 years
🇵🇰67 years

Access to electricity
🇧🇩96%
🇵🇰75%

Human Development Index (HDI)
🇧🇩 129/189
🇵🇰 161/189

current age

🇺🇸 biden: 80
🇧🇷 lula: 77
🇮🇳 modi: 72
🇷🇺 putin: 70
🇿🇦 ramaphosa: 70
🇨🇳 xi: 69
🇹🇷 erdogan: 69
🇲🇽 amlo: 69
🇯🇵 kishida: 65
🇦🇷 fernandez: 64
🇩🇪 scholz: 64
🇰🇷 yoon: 62
🇮🇩 widodo: 61
🇦🇺 albanese: 60
🇺🇸 bremmer: 53
🇨🇦 trudeau: 51
🇮🇹 meloni: 46
🇫🇷 macron: 45
🇬🇧 sunak: 43
🇸🇦 mbs: 37

4 TYPES OF READING SKILLS EVERY READER SHOULD KNOW.

1. Intensive Reading:

In this type of reading skill;
➡️The reader dives deep into a given text.
➡️The reader wants to analyze not only every idea expressed in it but also the words and phrases the author has used.
➡️Intensive reading is usually regarded as an advanced reading activity.
➡️To read intensively, you need to be able to;
-an Have advanced vocabulary range
-Excellent attention span
-Good memory
-Familiarity with the

2. Extensive Reading
Extensive reading is reading for pleasure.
➡️Here, the reader doesn't have to analyze each part of the reading material or scratch his head anytime he's not sure what the author wanted to say.
➡️Reading extensively implies that the reader is reading to get the bigger picture, enjoy the story, and pass the time.
➡️Extensive reading should not be confused with passive reading.
Because in extensive reading, While you are absorbing a certain material for pleasure, you still want to take in new knowledge and engross yourself in the story.
➡️Regular extensive reading helps you acquire new vocabulary too. It also builds a healthy habit of reading for pleasure.

3. Skimming:
➡️In this reading skill, the reader goes over a text briefly before he or she decides whether to read it whole or not.
Here's how readers can apply the skimming technique:
⚫Look at the title and table of contents of your material
⚫Go over the text quickly to get the gist of the material
⚫Pay attention to bolded or italicized sentences
This technique is useful because it saves you plenty of time. You don't have to start reading some material deeply only to conclude after a while that it has no use for you.

4. Scanning
➡️Scanning is the technique a reader uses to locate specific bits of information in texts. Usually, he already knows what the text is about, and he knows it contains the information he or she needs.

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❗Seven Principles to develop your writing skills

Irrespective of your age factor you can improve your writing skills if you want to. Writing ability is the key of success in the modern era. The following tips will help you develop it.

1️⃣Learn Grammar :
No language goes without grammar. Knowledge of grammar is essential for writing, speaking. understanding and listening.

2️⃣ Increase your word power :
The saurus of words augments your writing power. It also aids in reading . The greater the vocabulary you have the better the author you will be, and you will have a better command over the language.

3️⃣Develop reading habits:
Reading helps you in expanding your understanding and knowledge. You become accustomed to the correct structure of the sentence and acquainted with the use of the right word in the right place. Read newspaper, magazines or journals regularly.

4️⃣ You must have a standard dictionary :
Whenever there is a word whose meaning you don`t know, look up the dictionary and memorize its meaning or meanings.

5️⃣Develop writing habits :
Regularly write essay, notes , short stories etc or construct several sentences using a single difficult word.

6️⃣Develop your imagination :
Without imagination you cannot write no matter how great vocabulary you have. You can develop your imagination by reading , listening and observing.

7️⃣Improve your knowledge of the subject :
If you lack the knowledge of the subject you are unable to write even a single line.

♦️Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.
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*6 fields Physics, Chemistry,Medicine,Peace,Literature and Economic.

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Complete Hand Written Notes Available for the Following Subjects.

Essay
Precis And Composition.
Pakistan Affairs.
International Relations.
Gender Studies.
Sindhi.
USA History.
Islamic Studies.
General Science & Ability.
International Law.

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Drown / Sink 01)The boat drowned into the lake .(Incorrect) 01)The boat sank into the lake.(Correct). 02)The man sank in the sea .(Incorrect). 02)The man drowned in the sea (Correct).

He does not care for my words.

The man is a member of the society.

The Karachi is big city .

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I do not like these sorts of people

I had hardly reached the station,than the train started .

Error_Spotting. 1)He only is responsible.

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سی ایس ایس کی تیاری

سب سے پہلے اخبارات کا مطالعہ شروع کریں اردو اخبارات سے شروع کریں تین چار ماہ تک کم از کم دو اردو اخبارات کے سارے اداریہ اور کالمز پڑھیں اسکے بعد جب آپ کو سارے کرنٹ ایشوز کی سمجھ آ جائے تو آپ اب انگریزی اخبار اٹھائیں۔

انگریزی اخبار پڑھتے وقت مشکل الفاظ کے معنی گوگل سے دیکھتے جائیں دوسرے نمبر پر اپنی listening skills پر کام کریں انگلش موویز سب ٹائٹلز کے ساتھ دیکھیں اور سیزن دیکھیں، کسی بھی نیوز چینل کا نو بجے والا پورا بلیٹن سنیں اور اسکے علاوہ کسی چینل پر بحث مباحثہ بھی سن لیں
اپنے آپ کو مطالعہ کے شوق کی طرف لے کر آئیں اچھی کتب کا مطالعہ کریں اور کوشش کریں کہ ہر ہفتے ایک نئی کتاب پڑھیں۔

1- سب سے پہلے سی ایس ایس کا سلیبس ڈائون لوڈ کرے
2- رولز اینڈ ریگولیشن ڈائون لوڈ کریں
3- جہانگیر ورلڈ ٹائم کے نام سے یوٹیوب پر چینل ہے وہاں پاس ہونے والے امیدوار مفید مشوروں سے نوازتے ہیں سارے انٹرویو سنیں۔
4- ورلڈ ٹائم کا میگزین ہے اس میں ہر ماہ ایک انٹرویو آتا ہے پچھلے تمام سالوں کے تمام انٹرویوز کی ایک الگ کتاب مارکیٹ میں آ چکی ہے اسکانام css success stories یہ تین سو روپے کی کتاب ہے ورلڈ ٹائم سے مل جائے گی اس کو بھی پڑھیں۔

5۔ اب اپنا خود کا سٹڈی پلان بنائیں

دن کے شروعاتی تین چار گھنٹے انگلش کے لئے مخصوص رکھیں
میرے خیال سے انگلش، پاکستان افیرز، کرنٹ افئرز، اور انگلش ایسے ان پانچ مضامین کی تیاری سارا سال چلتی رہتی ہے باقی اسکے علاوہ سات سبیجکٹس بچ جاتے ہیں ان کو آپ ساتھ ماہ میں روزانہ دو سے تین گھنٹے دے کر تیار کر سکتے ہیں۔

پہلے پانچ سبیجکٹس کی بات کرتا ہوں کہ
انکی تیاری کیسے کی جائے
ENGLISH ?

Wren&martin with keys
And Raymond Murphy or
To the point by Aftab ahmad (very basic)

ان بکس کو اچھی طرح تیار کر لیں اور انکو تیار کرنے کے ساتھ ساتھ gre vocabulary کے روزانہ دس یا بیس الفاظ تیار کریں اور ان الفاظ کو جملوں میں استعمال کرنے کی کوشش کریں جب دونوں گرائمر تیار ہوجائے اور ویکبلری بھی جمع ہوچکی ہو، تو اب zahid ashraf کی پریسی کی کتاب لیں اور وہاں سے پریسی رولز پڑھنے کے بعد اسکی پریکٹس کریں اور کسی انگلش ٹیچر کو چیک کروائیں یا مائیکل سوان کی کتاب لے کر اسے ریفرنس بک کی طرح استعمال کریں اور اپنی غلطیاں خود ٹھیک کرنے کی کوشش کریں۔

PAK AFFAIRS & CURRENT AFFAIRS ?

ان سب کا سلیبس اپنی ٹیبل پر رکھیں
پاکستان افیرز سے اپکے essay کے کافی موضوعات نکل آئیں گے مثلآ
Democracy
Poverty
Education
Health
Energy
Water crises
Population

یہ موضوعات پاکستان افیئرز کے ہاٹ ٹاپک ہیں مگر مزے کی بات یہ ہے ایسے کے بھی یہی ہاٹ ٹاپکس ہیں اب ہر ٹاپک کے لئے ایک چھوٹا سا الگ رجسٹر بنا لیں اور ان ٹاپکس کی اے بی سی سمجھنے کے بعد انکو رکھ دیں پھر آپ روزانہ جو کالمز پڑھیں گے ان سے ان ٹاپکس کو اپ ٹو ڈیٹ کرتے جائیں اس طرح اپکے یہ پانچ مضامین سارا سال تیار ہوتے رہے گے۔

How to prepare other 7 subjects ?

ہر مضمون کے لئے ایک مہینہ رکھ لیں
ہر مضمون کا سیلبیس ڈاؤن لوڈ کریں ہر مضمون کے پچھلے پانچ سال کے پاسٹ پیپرز بھی ڈاؤن لوڈ کریں اب سلیبس اور پاسٹ پیپرز کا تجزیہ کریں اور اسکے مطابق اپنی ٹاپک لسٹ بنائیں اور ہر ٹاپک کو ریکمنڈڈ بکس سے تیار کریں اور پوائنٹس کی شکل میں نوٹس بناتے جائیں۔ اس طرح محض سات ماہ میں اپکی تیاری مکمل ہوجائے گی۔

اگر آپکی انگلش بہتر ہے تو آپ پانچ سے چھ ماہ میں روزانہ سات سے آٹھ گھنٹے پڑھ کر تیاری مکمل کر سکتے ہیں۔

Gender studies lecture series

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سی ایس ایس کیا ہے ؟
سی ایس ایس ایک مزاج ہے،
جس میں آدمی پڑھتا ہے لکہتا ہے اور سیکھتا ہے ، اس امتحان میں کامیابی صرف اس کو ملتی ہو جو آخر تک محنت کرتا رہتا ہے ۔ اور جو لوگ کہتے ہیں مین نے چار ماہ تیاری کی اب ذرا تہوڑی کمر سیدہی کرلوں پہر نئے جذبے سے تیاری کرونگا میرا یقین مانے ایسے آدمی کے لیے امتحان پاس کرنا مشکل ہو جاتا ہے۔۔۔۔
جو سی ایس ایس امتحان میں کامیاب ہوتا ہے وہ بہی کامیاب ہوجاتا ہے اور جو فیل ہوتا ہے وہ بہی کامیاب ہو جاتا ہے کیونکہ جو فیل ہوتا ہے وہ ایک اچہا لیکچرار بھی بن جاتا ہے،
جو لوگ سی ایس ایس میں فیل ہوتے ہیں میری ان لوگوں سے التجا ہے کہ جب آپ فیل ہوتے ہیں آپ سمجھتے بس میں ہار گیا ، ایسا بلکل نہیں ہے فیل ہونے کے بعد بھی آپ کے پاس وہی نالیج ہوتی ہے آپ ہار نہ مانیں پھر کوشش کریں انشاللہ آپ ٹاپ کرجائیں گے...

#نوٹ = سی ایس ایس اتنا مشکل نہیں ہے جتنا کہا جاتا ہے اور اتنا آسان بہی نہیں ہے جتنا اسے سمجہا جاتا ہے..
آپ کوشش کریں کوئی بہی چیز ناممکن نہیں ہے (شکریہ)

Why CSS Aspirants fail?

Last year over 92% aspirants failed in English Precis & Composition Paper and 81% students failed in Essay Paper!

Reasons:
1. Poor expression
2. Weak grammar
3. Improper usage of vocabulary
4. Use of wrong words
5. Not answering essay well
6. Lack of study
7. Weak structure of essay due to poor grammar
8. Lack of continuity
9. Weak in precis
10. Idioms,synonyms,pair of words not well prepared
11. Taking english lightly
12. No practice of writing
13. Preparing essays but not answering according to title of essay
14. Poor guidance in english
15. Other blunders

Each of you wants to do CSS/PMS, but without mastering grammar. Do you know? What's the language of FPSC? The Language of FPSC is ENGLISH.

If the FPSC's language is English then how do you think that you can pass its exam without having done grammar.

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How to Read a Book for CSS Exam????




Preparation: The Best Tips
Reading books for css exam preparation can be difficult. How do you find the time? Where do you start? What tips are there to make reading easier and more effective for your exam preparation?

ANSWER........!!!!!

In this article, we will go through tips that may help improve your reading experience when preparing for an exam. These tips range from finding the best study spot to making a schedule. Read on to learn how to read a book and get ready for exams.

1. Read the book in its entirety.....!!!

One of the best tips for reading a book is to read it in its entirety. This may not be possible if you are reading an assigned textbook but try (and make time) to finish your novel before starting on any other readings or assignments.

It will give you a better understanding and appreciation of what has been written when revisiting passages and noticing how they all tie together.

2. Read with a purpose
Make sure that you know why you're reading - sometimes this can change depending on the course material assignment, so pay close attention! If there's one thing we've learned from our research at StudyHacks HQ, it's that tips don't work unless they apply directly to YOU. So figure out where each tip might fit into your exam preparation and adjust as necessary.
3. Find the best study spot
This is something that would depend on your reading habits, but try to find a place where you can read without distractions or interruptions.

If you're not sure about what's distracting for you - it may be helpful to keep notes on how often (and why) you get distracted from readings at different places so that next time around, it can help select the most productive reading environment!

4. Read multiple books simultaneously
Many people think they don't have enough time to read all of their assigned texts before exams are over. However, if done strategically, many students are able to do this by reading more than one book at a time while still understanding and retaining the material.
5. Bring snacks and water along
This will depend on what kind of reader you are, but try bringing some light snacks when reading outside so that if hunger strikes (or thirst!) it doesn't interrupt your study session.

It may also be helpful to have a quick snack before going into more difficult reading materials - again this is something that would require trial and error but could make all the difference in exam preparation success down the road!
6. Make a list of any vocabulary words you need to look up and highlight them as you read
If you are reading a book that has difficult vocabulary words, it may be helpful to make a list of any words you come across that need to be looked up.

Write the word on a sticky note or piece of paper and put it in your back pocket so when you have some spare time - go through your notes! This can help with retention for those difficult moments where remembering what certain words mean is essential.
7. Make a list of any vocabulary words you need to look up and highlight them as you read
If you are reading a book that has difficult vocabulary words, it may be helpful to make a list of any words you come across that need to be looked up.

Write the word on a sticky note or piece of paper and put it in your back pocket so when you have some spare time - go through your notes! This can help with retention for those difficult moments where remembering what certain words mean is essential.
8. Write down key points that are important to remember from the reading
Reading is a process of understanding and retaining information for exams - so it's important to take notes on key points or ideas from what you just read. This will help make sure that the most important info stays with you, rather than other details which may not be as necessary (although still good to know).

Highlight keywords in the text that are relevant to your reading assignment by underlining them. If there might be some confusion between similar-sounding words, write down their definitions next to each one.
9. Keep track of what you're reading by using a bookmark or highlighting your progress on your phone, tablet, or computer screen
It's always a good idea to keep track of what you're reading - whether it be with a bookmark, highlighting your progress on your phone or computer screen, or Noting down notes about the passages as they relate to exam preparation.

This will help you make sure that when you go back and read for exams later in the semester (or if this is an assigned textbook), these important points won't get lost! Making key takeaways from readings can also serve as reminders for yourself about what aspects are most relevant to what was written.
10. Review your notes periodically for better retention.
Some people are able to remember everything they read in a book, but it's more common for students to forget certain information from what they just studied.

This is completely normal! It can be helpful to review your notes periodically before an exam so that you'll have a better chance of remembering the most important parts of what you've been reading and studying - even if those details were forgotten during class or at some other point earlier on. Reviewing key points and making sure these ideas really stick with you will help make exams easier too (and hopefully less stressful!)

Regards
J_S

CSS From Beginning About new CSS aspirants

General Information about Css exam.

Many people from all over Pakistan appear for the CSS exam every year. Numerous people out there want to go for CSS examinations, but several people do not know about the general information regarding CSS examinations. But hey, don’t worry, we have got you covered.

What is CSS?

CSS stands for Central Superior Services. It is a competitive exam organized by Federal Public Services Commission (FPSC) to recruit civil officers on a merit basis. People from all over Pakistan appear in this exam to secure higher jobs as civil servants. CSS is one of the toughest exams in Pakistan.

Many people appear for the CSS examination, but unfortunately, only a few can pass these examinations with flying marks. Many people have this huge misconception that CSS examinations are easy and can be prepared only in a few months, but this is not entirely true, as CSS test preparation is no piece of cake and requires a lot of time and effort.

Services for which the CSS test is conducted:
The following are the departments or services for which the exam is taken to fill the vacancies.

Railways (Commercial and Transportation) Group
Police Service of Pakistan
Office Management Group
Information Group
District Management Group
Commerce and Trade Services
Postal Services Group
Pakistan Audit and Accounts Service
Military Lands and Cantonment Group
Income Tax Group
Foreign Services of Pakistan
Customer and Excise Services

What are the parts of CSS exams?

1 Preliminary Test
This test is held to shortlist the candidates for written exams. The applications are invited for this test by issuing a notification and advertisement in all national-level newspapers in Pakistan.

The applications open for Preliminary tests in August every year. The candidates have to get 33% marks in this test to qualify for the written exam. The result of the test is valid for CSS written exams for the same year. This test comprises 200 MCQs of 200 marks. The syllabus for this test includes Civics, Ethics, and Urdu Grammar.

2.Written Exams
After the preliminary test, the candidates who pass the test are invited to apply for the written CSS exam. The further process of CSS includes the following steps:
New applications for written exams are announced in newspapers
Candidates apply for the written exams online through the FPSC website
Written Test dates and exams center locations are sent to the candidates through email and post.
The written exam is conducted on the given schedule
The result of the written exam is announced

3 The interview
The candidates who pass the written exam are given a schedule for their interview. The interview is conducted and potential candidates are shortlisted. The names of candidates who pass the interview are displayed on the Official FPSC website.

4 Appointment Letters
In the final step, the candidates who pass both the written exam and interview are given appointment letters for their desired posts.

Qualification:
The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 2nd division from a university that is recognized by HEC.
A candidate with 3rd division in the Bachelor’s degree can apply for the exam if he/she has secured a higher division in the Master’s degree.
Age:
The age of the candidate should be 21 to 30 years.
For the government employees or the candidate belonging to the recognized tribes are relaxed for 2 years more that means such candidates can be of 32 years of age.

The FPSC conducts CSS examinations in several cities of Pakistan, which include:

Lahore
Islamabad
Karachi
Larkana
Multan
Quetta
Peshawar
Sukkur
Rawalpindi
Gilgit
Faisalabad
D.I. Khan
Sargodha
And many more cities.
However, the interviews are conducted only in a few cities, which include the following:

Lahore
Karachi
Quetta
Peshawar
And Islamabad

Documents to be attached:
Copies of educational documents
Photographs
Bank receipt of the deposited exam fee
Experience certificate if needed for a specific post
If applied of relaxation of age limit, then submission of relevant certificate by the concerned authorities
The form to be filled is available on the official website of FPSC
The number of chances to appear in the CSS Exam:
The candidate can appear in this test not more than three times.

CSS Syllabus

The CSS Syllabus is divided into two main sections: the compulsory subjects, and the Optional Subjects

1. CSS compulsory subjects (600 marks)
There are six compulsory subjects in CSS. These subjects are to be taken by every candidate who wants to appear in CSS Exam. These subjects are mandatory and the candidates have to take paper for every subject. The compulsory subjects for CSS are given below:
English Essay = 100 marks
English Precise and Composition = 100 marks
General Science and Ability = 100 marks
Current Affairs = 100 marks
Pakistan Affairs = 100 marks
Islamic Studies (for Muslim candidates)
OR

6. Comparative Study of major religions = 100 marks

2. CSS Optional Subjects 2022- 2023 (600 marks)
There are a total of 45 optional subjects divided in 7 groups. The candidates have to choose one subject from every group. In this way, every candidate will have six optional subjects.

From group 1 and group 2, the subjects for 200 marks each are selected. From group 3 to group 7, 100 marks one subject from each group is taken.

The seven groups of optional subjects for CSS are as follows:

Group 1 (select one subject of 200 marks)
Accountancy and auditing = 200 marks
Economics = 200 marks
Computer science = 200 marks
Political Science = 200 marks
International relations = 200 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group. So, from this group, one has to choose only one subject of 200 marks.

Group 2 (select one subject of 200 marks or 2 Subjects of 100 marks each)
Physics = 200 marks
Chemistry = 200 marks
Applied mathematics = 100 marks
Pure mathematics = 100 marks
Statistics = 100 marks
Geology = 100 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one or two subjects from this group. You can either select one subject of 200 marks or two subjects for 100 marks each.

Group 3 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Business administration
Public Administration
Governance and Public Policies
Town planning and urban management
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group.

Group 4 (select one subject of 100 marks)
History of Pakistan and India = 100 marks
Islamic History and Culture = 100 marks
British History = 100 marks
European History = 100 marks
History of Unites States of America = 100 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group.
Group 5 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Gender Studies = 100 marks
Environmental Sciences = 100 marks
Agriculture and Forestry = 100 marks
Botany = 100 marks
Zoology = 100 marks
English Literature = 100 marks
Urdu Literature = 100 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group.

Group 6 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Law = 100 marks
Constitutional Las = 100 marks
International Law = 100 marks
Muslim Law and Jurisprudence = 100 marks
Mercantile Law = 100 marks
Criminology = 100 marks
Philosophy = 100 marks
Group 7 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Journalism and mass communication = 100 marks
Psychology = 100 marks
Geography = 100 marks
Sociology = 100 marks
Anthropology = 100 marks
Punjabi = 100 marks
Sindhi = 100 marks
Pushto = 100 marks
Balochi = 100 marks
Persian = 100 marks
Arabic = 100 marks

Instructions regarding the selection of subjects for CSS

Every candidate have to take all six compulsory subjects for 600 marks
Every candidate will have to select 600 marks subjects from optional subjects
Every subject with 200 marks will have two papers have 100 marks each
The subjects with 100 marks will have only one paper of 100 marks
The students can choose any subject from the optional subjects but according to the rules for each group.
Subjects selection procedure and guide
There is no doubt and ambiguity about compulsory subjects. You have to take all the six compulsory subjects. So, how will you select the optional subjects? Here is the procedure and guide about how you will select your optional subjects.

Selecting optional subjects

For example, you take a subject of 200 marks from group 1, then you will choose 4 subjects of 100 marks each from other groups but a maximum of 2 from group 2 and a maximum of 1 from groups 3 - 7. So, let's suppose you take one subject of 200 marks from group 2, then you will choose two subjects of 100 marks each from the remaining groups (max 1 subject from each group)

For example, if you do not take any subject from group 1, and you choose two subjects of 100 marks each from group 2, then you have to choose 4 subjects of 100 marks each from group 3-7

Similarly, if you choose a subject of 200 marks from group 1, then choose 2 subjects of 100 marks each from group 2, then you have to choose two subjects of 100 marks each from groups 3-7

Best books for Aspirants

The best path always makes the best destiny. The CSS books build a path towards the success of aspirants. Of course, he who selects authentic and to-the-point books of the CSS exam would earn success at the end of his journey.

When aspirants sit to prepare for the CSS exam, their first quest goes for finding the most relevant books for the exam- the books that succeeded CSPs. However, very few of them proceed to do so if they don’t have proper guidance and awareness. Books should be selected that are recommended by the FPSC syllabus and former toppers of the CSS exam.
Here, i am going to give you a detailed note about the best books for CSS preparation. You would find them very useful once you go for them.

English Essay

To write a brilliant essay, you need to broaden your ideas and knowledge of any particular topic. In the CSS exam, you won’t be asked to draw your knowledge on a piece of paper; rather, you would be asked to criticize and analyze the topics, having used very sound grammar.
1 Better Writing now, by Francine Galko, and “How to write good essays” by Lauren Starkey are the two books that help aspirants understand the structure and formulation of essay writing. These books will help you improve your written communication skills with the ability to write precisely on a worksheet. However, FPSC has not suggested any book in the syllabus.

English (Precis and Composition)
This portion is supposed to check your English grammar and its practical implementation. Also, candidates are required to precise a passage.

As per the books’ discussion, look at the following collection.

“English Grammar in Use,” by Raymond Murphy.
“Practical English Usage,” by M.Swan.
“The Little, Brown Handbook,” by H. Ramsey Flower & Jane Aaron.
“Write Better, Speak Better”, by Readers Digest Association.

These are the four most recommended books for English precis and composition. These books contain all the necessary data that you need for sentence construction with the best understanding of English grammar. It will help you in every part of the paper, whether for sentence correction or precis writing.

2 General Science and Ability

This subject verifies the candidate’s understandability of science. We have been learning science till matriculation and sometimes, till intermediate. So, the examiner assumes that CSS aspirants would know the general topics of science. Also, the second portion of the subject tests the quantitative ability, logical/analytical reasoning, and mental abilities of an aspirant.

There are various suggestions on this subject where the following collection stands the most dominant.

For science books

“Asimov’s New Guide to Science 1993”, by Isaac Asimov.
“Science Restated: Physics and Chemistry for the Non-Scientist 1970”, by Harold Gomes Cassidy.
“Eminent Muslim Scientists 1991”, by Fakhre Alam Naqvi.
“Exploring Physical Science 1977”, by Walter A. Thurber, Robert E. Kilburn, Peter S. Howel.
“Principles of Animal Biology 2011”, by Lancelot Hogben.
“The Impact of Science on Society 2005”, by Isaac Asimov, A. S. a. N. A. S. a.

For logical reasoning

“Logical Reasoning,” by Rob P. Nederpelt, Farouz D. Kamareddine.
“Elements of Logical Reasoning” by Jan Von Plato.
“Reasoning Builder for Admission and Standardized Test,” by Staff of Research Education.

GSA by Main shafiq is also recommended.

3 Current Affairs
Here, aspirants are supposed to enlighten the General knowledge of history, politics, and international affairs that took place or are going on. A candidate will go through global issues, domestic problems of Pakistan, or Pakistan’s external affairs throughout the whole subject.

To know the best-recommended books, look at the following collection.

“Pakistan Foreign Policy 1947-2005: A Concise History, 2011”, by Abdul Sattar.
“Issue in Pakistan’s Economy, 2010”, by Akbar S. Zaidi.
“Pakistan: A Hard Country, 2012” by Anatol Lieven.
“International Relations, 2012”, by Joshua Goldstein.
“World Politics: Trends & Transformation, 2014-2015”, by Kegley & Blanton.
“Pakistan Beyond the Crisis, 2011”, by Maleeha Lodhi.
These recommended books would cover all the portions of an aspirant’s current affairs before the exam.

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The best path always makes the best destiny. The CSS books build a path towards the success of aspirants. Of course, he who selects authentic and to-the-point books of the CSS exam would earn success at the end of his journey.

When aspirants sit to prepare for the CSS exam, their first quest goes for finding the most relevant books for the exam- the books that succeeded CSPs. However, very few of them proceed to do so if they don’t have proper guidance and awareness. Books should be selected that are recommended by the FPSC syllabus and former toppers of the CSS exam.

Here, we are going to give you a detailed note about the best books for CSS preparation. You would find them very useful once you go for them.

The good thing about us is that we provide all these recommended books online on our website. If you want these books, we will provide them at your home address with free delivery. Now, let’s have a look at the books.

1 English Essay
To write a brilliant essay, you need to broaden your ideas and knowledge of any particular topic. In the CSS exam, you won’t be asked to draw your knowledge on a piece of paper; rather, you would be asked to criticize and analyze the topics, having used very sound grammar.

“Better Writing now, by Francine Galko, and “How to write good essays” by Lauren Starkey are the two books that help aspirants understand the structure and formulation of essay writing. These books will help you improve your written communication skills with the ability to write precisely on a worksheet. However, FPSC has not suggested any book in the syllabus. The CSPs have recommended these books.

2 English (Precis and Composition)
This portion is supposed to check your English grammar and its practical implementation. Also, candidates are required to precise a passage.

As per the books’ discussion, look at the following collection.

“English Grammar in Use,” by Raymond Murphy.
“Practical English Usage,” by M.Swan.
“The Little, Brown Handbook,” by H. Ramsey Flower & Jane Aaron.
“Write Better, Speak Better”, by Readers Digest Association.
These are the four most recommended books for English precis and composition. These books contain all the necessary data that you need for sentence construction with the best understanding of English grammar. It will help you in every part of the paper, whether for sentence correction or precis writing.

3 General Science and Ability
This subject verifies the candidate’s understandability of science. We have been learning science till matriculation and sometimes, till intermediate. So, the examiner assumes that CSS aspirants would know the general topics of science. Also, the second portion of the subject tests the quantitative ability, logical/analytical reasoning, and mental abilities of an aspirant.

There are various suggestions on this subject where the following collection stands the most dominant.

For science books
“Asimov’s New Guide to Science 1993”, by Isaac Asimov.
“Science Restated: Physics and Chemistry for the Non-Scientist 1970”, by Harold Gomes Cassidy.
“Eminent Muslim Scientists 1991”, by Fakhre Alam Naqvi.
“Exploring Physical Science 1977”, by Walter A. Thurber, Robert E. Kilburn, Peter S. Howel.
“Principles of Animal Biology 2011”, by Lancelot Hogben.
“The Impact of Science on Society 2005”, by Isaac Asimov, A. S. a. N. A. S. a.
For logical reasoning
“Logical Reasoning,” by Rob P. Nederpelt, Farouz D. Kamareddine.
“Elements of Logical Reasoning” by Jan Von Plato.
“Reasoning Builder for Admission and Standardized Test,” by Staff of Research Education.
4 Current Affairs
Here, aspirants are supposed to enlighten the General knowledge of history, politics, and international affairs that took place or are going on. A candidate will go through global issues, domestic problems of Pakistan, or Pakistan’s external affairs throughout the whole subject.

To know the best-recommended books, look at the following collection.

“Pakistan Foreign Policy 1947-2005: A Concise History, 2011”, by Abdul Sattar.
“Issue in Pakistan’s Economy, 2010”, by Akbar S. Zaidi.
“Pakistan: A Hard Country, 2012” by Anatol Lieven.
“International Relations, 2012”, by Joshua Goldstein.
“World Politics: Trends & Transformation, 2014-2015”, by Kegley & Blanton.
“Pakistan Beyond the Crisis, 2011”, by Maleeha Lodhi.
These recommended books would cover all the portions of an aspirant’s current affairs before the exam.

5 Pakistan Affairs
Pakistan affairs require a candidate to have deep knowledge about Pakistan from pre-partition to post-partition, and then, from post-partition to now on social, cultural, and political aspects of the country.

As per the book’s recommendation, look at the following collection.

“Federalism and Ethnic Conflict Regulation in India and Pakistan,” by Adeney, Katharine, New York: Palgrave Macmillan, 2007.
“Labor, Democratization, and Development in India and Pakistan.”, by Candland, Christopher, New York: Routledge, 2007.
“Frontline Pakistan: The Struggle with Militant Islam.”, by Hussian, Zahid. New York: I.B.Tauris, 2007.
“Conflict Between India and Pakistan: An Encyclopedia.” by Lyon, Peter. California: ABC-CLIO, 2008
“Back to Pakistan: A Fifty-Year Journey.” by Mass, Leslie Noyes. Plymouth: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2011.
“A Brief History of Pakistan.”. by Wynbrandt, James. New York: Infobase Publishing, 2009.
Choose the most relevant books gently following the syllabus defined by FPSc.

6 Islamic Studies
Islamic study is compulsory for Muslims to be attempted in the CSS exam. The subject tests the candidates understanding of Islamic beliefs such as the concept of Islam, Sirah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), human rights and Islamic civilization, etc.

Following are some required readings of different authors that will assist you in covering these topics in Islamic studies.

“Introduction to Islam,” by Dr. Hamidullah.
“Islam: The Misunderstood Religion,” by Muhammad Qutub
“A Brief Survey of Muslim Science and Culture.” by M. Abdur Rahman
“Administrative Development an Islamic Perspective.” by Muhammad Al-Buraey
“Islamic Law and Constitution.” by Abul A’ la Mawdudi.
Whereas these are the recommended readings of Islamic studies.

“Towards Understanding Islam.” by Abul A’ la Mawdudi.
“Ideals and Realities in Islam.” by Hussain Nasr.
“The Islamic Republic: Politics, Law and Economy.” by Hassan Dr. S. Farooq.

Comparative Study of major Religions( For non-Muslims)

This paper covers the beliefs of all other religions for non-Muslim candidates. Following are the suggestions that an aspirant has to consider during preparation.

“Approaches to the Study of Religion, 1999., by Peter Connolly (ed.).

“The Penguin Hand Book of World’s Living Religions, 2010.” by John R. Hinnells (ed.).

“Dunya Kay Baray Mazahib (Major Religions of the World).”, by Imadul Hasan Azad Faruqi.

All in all, these are all the recommendations and suggestions that can help you out in the books to find the most relevant data. Indeed, you need a great effort to prepare for the CSS exam.

Best of Luck

Muhammad Arif KhanGeneral Information about Css exam.

Many people from all over Pakistan appear for the CSS exam every year. Numerous people out there want to go for CSS examinations, but several people do not know about the general information regarding CSS examinations. But hey, don’t worry, we have got you covered.

What is CSS?

CSS stands for Central Superior Services. It is a competitive exam organized by Federal Public Services Commission (FPSC) to recruit civil officers on a merit basis. People from all over Pakistan appear in this exam to secure higher jobs as civil servants. CSS is one of the toughest exams in Pakistan.

Many people appear for the CSS examination, but unfortunately, only a few can pass these examinations with flying marks. Many people have this huge misconception that CSS examinations are easy and can be prepared only in a few months, but this is not entirely true, as CSS test preparation is no piece of cake and requires a lot of time and effort.

Services for which the CSS test is conducted:
The following are the departments or services for which the exam is taken to fill the vacancies.

Railways (Commercial and Transportation) Group
Police Service of Pakistan
Office Management Group
Information Group
District Management Group
Commerce and Trade Services
Postal Services Group
Pakistan Audit and Accounts Service
Military Lands and Cantonment Group
Income Tax Group
Foreign Services of Pakistan
Customer and Excise Services

What are the parts of CSS exams?

1 Preliminary Test
This test is held to shortlist the candidates for written exams. The applications are invited for this test by issuing a notification and advertisement in all national-level newspapers in Pakistan.

The applications open for Preliminary tests in August every year. The candidates have to get 33% marks in this test to qualify for the written exam. The result of the test is valid for CSS written exams for the same year. This test comprises 200 MCQs of 200 marks. The syllabus for this test includes Civics, Ethics, and Urdu Grammar.

2.Written Exams
After the preliminary test, the candidates who pass the test are invited to apply for the written CSS exam. The further process of CSS includes the following steps:
New applications for written exams are announced in newspapers
Candidates apply for the written exams online through the FPSC website
Written Test dates and exams center locations are sent to the candidates through email and post.
The written exam is conducted on the given schedule
The result of the written exam is announced

3 The interview
The candidates who pass the written exam are given a schedule for their interview. The interview is conducted and potential candidates are shortlisted. The names of candidates who pass the interview are displayed on the Official FPSC website.

4 Appointment Letters
In the final step, the candidates who pass both the written exam and interview are given appointment letters for their desired posts.

Qualification:
The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 2nd division from a university that is recognized by HEC.
A candidate with 3rd division in the Bachelor’s degree can apply for the exam if he/she has secured a higher division in the Master’s degree.
Age:
The age of the candidate should be 21 to 30 years.
For the government employees or the candidate belonging to the recognized tribes are relaxed for 2 years more that means such candidates can be of 32 years of age.

The FPSC conducts CSS examinations in several cities of Pakistan, which include:

Lahore
Islamabad
Karachi
Larkana
Multan
Quetta
Peshawar
Sukkur
Rawalpindi
Gilgit
Faisalabad
D.I. Khan
Sargodha
And many more cities.
However, the interviews are conducted only in a few cities, which include the following:

Lahore
Karachi
Quetta
Peshawar
And Islamabad

Documents to be attached:
Copies of educational documents
Photographs
Bank receipt of the deposited exam fee
Experience certificate if needed for a specific post
If applied of relaxation of age limit, then submission of relevant certificate by the concerned authorities
The form to be filled is available on the official website of FPSC
The number of chances to appear in the CSS Exam:
The candidate can appear in this test not more than three times.

CSS Syllabus

The CSS Syllabus is divided into two main sections: the compulsory subjects, and the Optional Subjects

1. CSS compulsory subjects (600 marks)
There are six compulsory subjects in CSS. These subjects are to be taken by every candidate who wants to appear in CSS Exam. These subjects are mandatory and the candidates have to take paper for every subject. The compulsory subjects for CSS are given below:
English Essay = 100 marks
English Precise and Composition = 100 marks
General Science and Ability = 100 marks
Current Affairs = 100 marks
Pakistan Affairs = 100 marks
Islamic Studies (for Muslim candidates)
OR

6. Comparative Study of major religions = 100 marks

2. CSS Optional Subjects 2022- 2023 (600 marks)
There are a total of 45 optional subjects divided in 7 groups. The candidates have to choose one subject from every group. In this way, every candidate will have six optional subjects.

From group 1 and group 2, the subjects for 200 marks each are selected. From group 3 to group 7, 100 marks one subject from each group is taken.

The seven groups of optional subjects for CSS are as follows:

Group 1 (select one subject of 200 marks)
Accountancy and auditing = 200 marks
Economics = 200 marks
Computer science = 200 marks
Political Science = 200 marks
International relations = 200 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group. So, from this group, one has to choose only one subject of 200 marks.

Group 2 (select one subject of 200 marks or 2 Subjects of 100 marks each)
Physics = 200 marks
Chemistry = 200 marks
Applied mathematics = 100 marks
Pure mathematics = 100 marks
Statistics = 100 marks
Geology = 100 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one or two subjects from this group. You can either select one subject of 200 marks or two subjects for 100 marks each.

Group 3 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Business administration
Public Administration
Governance and Public Policies
Town planning and urban management
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group.

Group 4 (select one subject of 100 marks)
History of Pakistan and India = 100 marks
Islamic History and Culture = 100 marks
British History = 100 marks
European History = 100 marks
History of Unites States of America = 100 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group.
Group 5 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Gender Studies = 100 marks
Environmental Sciences = 100 marks
Agriculture and Forestry = 100 marks
Botany = 100 marks
Zoology = 100 marks
English Literature = 100 marks
Urdu Literature = 100 marks
Note: Every candidate will select one subject from this group.

Group 6 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Law = 100 marks
Constitutional Las = 100 marks
International Law = 100 marks
Muslim Law and Jurisprudence = 100 marks
Mercantile Law = 100 marks
Criminology = 100 marks
Philosophy = 100 marks
Group 7 (select one subject of 100 marks)
Journalism and mass communication = 100 marks
Psychology = 100 marks
Geography = 100 marks
Sociology = 100 marks
Anthropology = 100 marks
Punjabi = 100 marks
Sindhi = 100 marks
Pushto = 100 marks
Balochi = 100 marks
Persian = 100 marks
Arabic = 100 marks

Instructions regarding the selection of subjects for CSS

Every candidate have to take all six compulsory subjects for 600 marks
Every candidate will have to select 600 marks subjects from optional subjects
Every subject with 200 marks will have two papers have 100 marks each
The subjects with 100 marks will have only one paper of 100 marks
The students can choose any subject from the optional subjects but according to the rules for each group.
Subjects selection procedure and guide
There is no doubt and ambiguity about compulsory subjects. You have to take all the six compulsory subjects. So, how will you select the optional subjects? Here is the procedure and guide about how you will select your optional subjects.

Selecting optional subjects

For example, you take a subject of 200 marks from group 1, then you will choose 4 subjects of 100 marks each from other groups but a maximum of 2 from group 2 and a maximum of 1 from groups 3 - 7. So, let's suppose you take one subject of 200 marks from group 2, then you will choose two subjects of 100 marks each from the remaining groups (max 1 subject from each group)

For example, if you do not take any subject from group 1, and you choose two subjects of 100 marks each from group 2, then you have to choose 4 subjects of 100 marks each from group 3-7

Similarly, if you choose a subject of 200 marks from group 1, then choose 2 subjects of 100 marks each from group 2, then you have to choose two subjects of 100 marks each from groups 3-7

Best books for Aspirants

The best path always makes the best destiny. The CSS books build a path towards the success of aspirants. Of course, he who selects authentic and to-the-point books of the CSS exam would earn success at the end of his journey.

When aspirants sit to prepare for the CSS exam, their first quest goes for finding the most relevant books for the exam- the books that succeeded CSPs. However, very few of them proceed to do so if they don’t have proper guidance and awareness. Books should be selected that are recommended by the FPSC syllabus and former toppers of the CSS exam.
Here, i am going to give you a detailed note about the best books for CSS preparation. You would find them very useful once you go for them.

English Essay

To write a brilliant essay, you need to broaden your ideas and knowledge of any particular topic. In the CSS exam, you won’t be asked to draw your knowledge on a piece of paper; rather, you would be asked to criticize and analyze the topics, having used very sound grammar.
1 Better Writing now, by Francine Galko, and “How to write good essays” by Lauren Starkey are the two books that help aspirants understand the structure and formulation of essay writing. These books will help you improve your written communication skills with the ability to write precisely on a worksheet. However, FPSC has not suggested any book in the syllabus.

English (Precis and Composition)
This portion is supposed to check your English grammar and its practical implementation. Also, candidates are required to precise a passage.

As per the books’ discussion, look at the following collection.

“English Grammar in Use,” by Raymond Murphy.
“Practical English Usage,” by M.Swan.
“The Little, Brown Handbook,” by H. Ramsey Flower & Jane Aaron.
“Write Better, Speak Better”, by Readers Digest Association.

These are the four most recommended books for English precis and composition. These books contain all the necessary data that you need for sentence construction with the best understanding of English grammar. It will help you in every part of the paper, whether for sentence correction or precis writing.

2 General Science and Ability

This subject verifies the candidate’s understandability of science. We have been learning science till matriculation and sometimes, till intermediate. So, the examiner assumes that CSS aspirants would know the general topics of science. Also, the second portion of the subject tests the quantitative ability, logical/analytical reasoning, and mental abilities of an aspirant.

There are various suggestions on this subject where the following collection stands the most dominant.

For science books

“Asimov’s New Guide to Science 1993”, by Isaac Asimov.
“Science Restated: Physics and Chemistry for the Non-Scientist 1970”, by Harold Gomes Cassidy.
“Eminent Muslim Scientists 1991”, by Fakhre Alam Naqvi.
“Exploring Physical Science 1977”, by Walter A. Thurber, Robert E. Kilburn, Peter S. Howel.
“Principles of Animal Biology 2011”, by Lancelot Hogben.
“The Impact of Science on Society 2005”, by Isaac Asimov, A. S. a. N. A. S. a.

For logical reasoning

“Logical Reasoning,” by Rob P. Nederpelt, Farouz D. Kamareddine.
“Elements of Logical Reasoning” by Jan Von Plato.
“Reasoning Builder for Admission and Standardized Test,” by Staff of Research Education.

GSA by Main shafiq is also recommended.

3 Current Affairs
Here, aspirants are supposed to enlighten the General knowledge of history, politics, and international affairs that took place or are going on. A candidate will go through global issues, domestic problems of Pakistan, or Pakistan’s external affairs throughout the whole subject.

To know the best-recommended books, look at the following collection.

“Pakistan Foreign Policy 1947-2005: A Concise History, 2011”, by Abdul Sattar.
“Issue in Pakistan’s Economy, 2010”, by Akbar S. Zaidi.
“Pakistan: A Hard Country, 2012” by Anatol Lieven.
“International Relations, 2012”, by Joshua Goldstein.
“World Politics: Trends & Transformation, 2014-2015”, by Kegley & Blanton.
“Pakistan Beyond the Crisis, 2011”, by Maleeha Lodhi.
These recommended books would cover all the portions of an aspirant’s current affairs before the exam.

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The best path always makes the best destiny. The CSS books build a path towards the success of aspirants. Of course, he who selects authentic and to-the-point books of the CSS exam would earn success at the end of his journey.

When aspirants sit to prepare for the CSS exam, their first quest goes for finding the most relevant books for the exam- the books that succeeded CSPs. However, very few of them proceed to do so if they don’t have proper guidance and awareness. Books should be selected that are recommended by the FPSC syllabus and former toppers of the CSS exam.

Here, we are going to give you a detailed note about the best books for CSS preparation. You would find them very useful once you go for them.

The good thing about us is that we provide all these recommended books online on our website. If you want these books, we will provide them at your home address with free delivery. Now, let’s have a look at the books.

1 English Essay
To write a brilliant essay, you need to broaden your ideas and knowledge of any particular topic. In the CSS exam, you won’t be asked to draw your knowledge on a piece of paper; rather, you would be asked to criticize and analyze the topics, having used very sound grammar.

“Better Writing now, by Francine Galko, and “How to write good essays” by Lauren Starkey are the two books that help aspirants understand the structure and formulation of essay writing. These books will help you improve your written communication skills with the ability to write precisely on a worksheet. However, FPSC has not suggested any book in the syllabus. The CSPs have recommended these books.

2 English (Precis and Composition)
This portion is supposed to check your English grammar and its practical implementation. Also, candidates are required to precise a passage.

As per the books’ discussion, look at the following collection.

“English Grammar in Use,” by Raymond Murphy.
“Practical English Usage,” by M.Swan.
“The Little, Brown Handbook,” by H. Ramsey Flower & Jane Aaron.
“Write Better, Speak Better”, by Readers Digest Association.
These are the four most recommended books for English precis and composition. These books contain all the necessary data that you need for sentence construction with the best understanding of English grammar. It will help you in every part of the paper, whether for sentence correction or precis writing.

3 General Science and Ability
This subject verifies the candidate’s understandability of science. We have been learning science till matriculation and sometimes, till intermediate. So, the examiner assumes that CSS aspirants would know the general topics of science. Also, the second portion of the subject tests the quantitative ability, logical/analytical reasoning, and mental abilities of an aspirant.

There are various suggestions on this subject where the following collection stands the most dominant.

For science books
“Asimov’s New Guide to Science 1993”, by Isaac Asimov.
“Science Restated: Physics and Chemistry for the Non-Scientist 1970”, by Harold Gomes Cassidy.
“Eminent Muslim Scientists 1991”, by Fakhre Alam Naqvi.
“Exploring Physical Science 1977”, by Walter A. Thurber, Robert E. Kilburn, Peter S. Howel.
“Principles of Animal Biology 2011”, by Lancelot Hogben.
“The Impact of Science on Society 2005”, by Isaac Asimov, A. S. a. N. A. S. a.
For logical reasoning
“Logical Reasoning,” by Rob P. Nederpelt, Farouz D. Kamareddine.
“Elements of Logical Reasoning” by Jan Von Plato.
“Reasoning Builder for Admission and Standardized Test,” by Staff of Research Education.
4 Current Affairs
Here, aspirants are supposed to enlighten the General knowledge of history, politics, and international affairs that took place or are going on. A candidate will go through global issues, domestic problems of Pakistan, or Pakistan’s external affairs throughout the whole subject.

To know the best-recommended books, look at the following collection.

“Pakistan Foreign Policy 1947-2005: A Concise History, 2011”, by Abdul Sattar.
“Issue in Pakistan’s Economy, 2010”, by Akbar S. Zaidi.
“Pakistan: A Hard Country, 2012” by Anatol Lieven.
“International Relations, 2012”, by Joshua Goldstein.
“World Politics: Trends & Transformation, 2014-2015”, by Kegley & Blanton.
“Pakistan Beyond the Crisis, 2011”, by Maleeha Lodhi.
These recommended books would cover all the portions of an aspirant’s current affairs before the exam.

5 Pakistan Affairs
Pakistan affairs require a candidate to have deep knowledge about Pakistan from pre-partition to post-partition, and then, from post-partition to now on social, cultural, and political aspects of the country.

As per the book’s recommendation, look at the following collection.

“Federalism and Ethnic Conflict Regulation in India and Pakistan,” by Adeney, Katharine, New York: Palgrave Macmillan, 2007.
“Labor, Democratization, and Development in India and Pakistan.”, by Candland, Christopher, New York: Routledge, 2007.
“Frontline Pakistan: The Struggle with Militant Islam.”, by Hussian, Zahid. New York: I.B.Tauris, 2007.
“Conflict Between India and Pakistan: An Encyclopedia.” by Lyon, Peter. California: ABC-CLIO, 2008
“Back to Pakistan: A Fifty-Year Journey.” by Mass, Leslie Noyes. Plymouth: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2011.
“A Brief History of Pakistan.”. by Wynbrandt, James. New York: Infobase Publishing, 2009.
Choose the most relevant books gently following the syllabus defined by FPSc.

6 Islamic Studies
Islamic study is compulsory for Muslims to be attempted in the CSS exam. The subject tests the candidates understanding of Islamic beliefs such as the concept of Islam, Sirah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), human rights and Islamic civilization, etc.

Following are some required readings of different authors that will assist you in covering these topics in Islamic studies.

“Introduction to Islam,” by Dr. Hamidullah.
“Islam: The Misunderstood Religion,” by Muhammad Qutub
“A Brief Survey of Muslim Science and Culture.” by M. Abdur Rahman
“Administrative Development an Islamic Perspective.” by Muhammad Al-Buraey
“Islamic Law and Constitution.” by Abul A’ la Mawdudi.
Whereas these are the recommended readings of Islamic studies.

“Towards Understanding Islam.” by Abul A’ la Mawdudi.
“Ideals and Realities in Islam.” by Hussain Nasr.
“The Islamic Republic: Politics, Law and Economy.” by Hassan Dr. S. Farooq.

Comparative Study of major Religions( For non-Muslims)

This paper covers the beliefs of all other religions for non-Muslim candidates. Following are the suggestions that an aspirant has to consider during preparation.

“Approaches to the Study of Religion, 1999., by Peter Connolly (ed.).

“The Penguin Hand Book of World’s Living Religions, 2010.” by John R. Hinnells (ed.).

“Dunya Kay Baray Mazahib (Major Religions of the World).”, by Imadul Hasan Azad Faruqi.

All in all, these are all the recommendations and suggestions that can help you out in the books to find the most relevant data. Indeed, you need a great effort to prepare for the CSS exam.

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