Islamiat for CSS & PMS

Analyze the nature and authority of the primary (Quran, Sunnah) and secondary (Ijma, Qiyas) sources of Islamic knowledge.

Distinguish between 'Deen' and 'Religion', analyzing why Islam is considered a comprehensive code of life rather than a set of rituals.

Analyze the philosophical foundations and spiritual dimensions of Tawheed (Oneness of God) with reference to key Quranic verses.

Analyze the socio-political implications of Tawheed on society and governance, citing Quranic verses and scholarly opinions.

Explain the concepts of Prophethood (Risalat), Revealed Books (Kutub), Angels (Malaika), and Hereafter (Akhirah) as pillars of Islamic faith, with Quranic evidence.

Analyze the integrated impact of core Islamic beliefs on an individual's moral framework and the development of social cohesion in a community.

Analyze the purpose and necessity of Prophethood in Islamic theology, including the universality of Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) mission, with Quranic and Hadith evidence.

Explain the doctrine of Finality of Prophethood (Khatm-e-Nabuwwat) with Quranic and Hadith evidence and analyze its theological and contemporary significance.

Evaluate the Prophet (PBUH) as a Reformer in Makkah, analyzing his social, moral, and spiritual reforms against the pre-Islamic Arabian landscape.

Analyze the Meethaq-e-Madinah (Charter of Madina) as a socio-political document, evaluating it through the lens of modern constitutionalism and political science.

Analyze the Prophet's (PBUH) strategies for state-building in Madinah (Muakhaat, market regulation, census) and evaluate their significance using modern social cohesion frameworks.

Evaluate the Prophet (PBUH) as an Administrator, analyzing his organizational structure, delegation, and accountability mechanisms in comparison with modern public administration principles.

Analyze the Prophet (PBUH) as a Diplomat and Statesman with reference to the Treaty of Hudaibiya, evaluating his strategies through modern diplomatic theory.

Analyze the strategic and ethical principles of the Prophet (PBUH) as a Military Leader with reference to the Ghazwat of Badr and Uhud.

Analyze the strategic and ethical principles of the Prophet (PBUH) as a Military Leader with reference to the Ghazwa of Khandaq and the Conquest of Makkah.

Analyze the Khutba Hajjatul Wida (Last Sermon) as a universal charter of human rights and social justice, comparing its principles with the UDHR.

Analyze the political challenges during the caliphate of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA), focusing on the principle of succession and crisis management during the Ridda wars.

Evaluate the administrative contributions of Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) toward state consolidation, including the initial compilation of the Quran and the establishment of Baitul Maal.

Analyze the administrative reforms of Hazrat Umar (RA), focusing on the Majlis-e-Shura and provincial governance system, evaluating them through modern public administration principles.

Evaluate the judicial and welfare reforms of Hazrat Umar (RA), analyzing the formalization of the judiciary and the institutionalization of Baitul Maal.

Analyze the compilation and standardization of the Quran during the caliphate of Hazrat Usman (RA), evaluating its historical context and long-term significance.

Evaluate the administrative and economic policies of Hazrat Usman (RA), including naval expansion, and analyze their socio-political consequences.

Critically assess the feasibility of adapting the Khilafat model for governance in the contemporary world, weighing its principles against modern state challenges.

Derive transferable governance lessons from the Khulfa-e-Rashideen period for improving contemporary public administration in Pakistan.

Analyze the concepts of Divine Sovereignty (Hakimiyyah) and Rule of Law as core foundations of Islamic political theory, with Quranic and Hadith evidence.

Analyze the principles of Shura (Consultation) and Accountability as primary operational mechanisms of an Islamic political system.

Compare and contrast Islamic political theory with Western democratic systems, identifying areas of convergence and divergence.

Derive principles for the foreign policy of a modern Muslim state from Quranic injunctions and Prophetic practice.

Analyze the tension between Islamic sovereignty (Hakimiyyah) and the Westphalian model of popular sovereignty.

Analyze the foundational principles, sources, and distinctive features of the Islamic justice system.

Propose specific reforms for Pakistan's judicial system grounded in Islamic judicial principles, analyzing their feasibility and potential impact.

Analyze the philosophy, objectives, and distinctive features of the Islamic economic system, grounding the analysis in Quranic principles and Prophetic traditions.

Compare the Islamic economic system with Capitalism and Socialism, focusing on ownership, wealth distribution, and the role of the state.

Explain the obligatory nature and socio-economic rationale of Zakat and evaluate its potential as a poverty eradication mechanism in Pakistan.

Analyze the Quranic rationale and socio-economic implications of the prohibition of Riba (Interest).

Explain the mechanisms and applications of key Islamic financial alternatives to Riba (Mudarabah, Musharakah, Murabaha).

Evaluate the Shariah compliance and socio-economic effectiveness of contemporary Islamic banking systems.

Assess the key challenges to implementing a comprehensive Islamic economic system in a globalized world.

Analyze the Islamic concept of the family and community (Ummah) as foundational units of society, citing Quranic and Hadith evidence.

Compare the Islamic social system with contemporary Western social norms, focusing on family structure, individualism vs. communalism, and moral foundations.

Evaluate the relevance of Islamic social principles (Akhuwwa, Takaful) in addressing modern challenges like social alienation and family breakdown.

Analyze the rights and protections guaranteed to non-Muslims in an Islamic state, comparing historical evidence with modern international human rights standards.

Evaluate Pakistan's constitutional provisions for minority rights against Islamic principles and identify areas for improvement.

Analyze 'Amar Bil Maroof wa Nahi Anil Munkar' as a Quranic socio-moral imperative, citing relevant verses and Hadiths.

Evaluate the practical challenges of implementing 'Amar Bil Maroof wa Nahi Anil Munkar' within modern governance and civil society frameworks.

Analyze the contributions of Islamic civilization to Western progress in science and philosophy, citing concrete examples and transmission channels.

Evaluate the mutual influence between Islamic and Western civilizations in the modern era, analyzing the impact of Orientalism and contemporary academic discourse.

Analyze the key political, social, and cultural challenges facing Muslim minorities globally, with examples from Western and non-Western contexts.

Evaluate the challenges of political fragmentation and extremism in the contemporary Muslim world, proposing Quran-and-Sunnah-grounded solutions.

Define Ijtihad, explaining its types, conditions, and Shariah-based limitations.

Evaluate the necessity and scope of Ijtihad for maintaining the relevance of Islamic teachings to contemporary global challenges, with concrete examples.