Topic-wise CSS Islamic Studies Past-Paper Index (2017–2026)

Scope: FPSC CSS Islamic Studies, Part-II, 2017–2026 (the ten papers available in your Notion and uploaded PDFs). This is an index, not a replacement for your existing solutions.

How to revise: Every entry gives the original question or a close punctuation-standardised transcription, its primary syllabus subtopic and the year-wise solution. Questions that cross several syllabus topics are placed under the closest primary topic; related references remain on individual topic pages.

Coverage: 70 main questions; 73 answer prompts when the three two-part Q8 questions (2021, 2023 and 2024) are counted separately. Part-I (20 marks) also appeared in the 2017–2023 CSS papers. The associated year-wise Notion pages now include sourced online-reconstructed MCQ banks before their Part-II answers: 2017–2023 each now have 20 year-labelled prompts (140 total) from cross-checked online candidate-recalled sources. These are reconstructions, not authenticated official original MCQ booklets; where internet lists disagree, some stems/answers are flagged for verification. The count of 20 study entries per year does not prove the exact original set was recovered. The 2016 paper was not in the reviewed Notion archive.

I. Introduction to Islam — 13 question prompts

2017 · Q2 (20 marks) — Who are entitled to receive Zakat according to the Qur'an? Elucidate the social impact of Zakat and clarify how poverty can be alleviated through its distribution in an Islamic society. Topic: 1.11 Zakat — System and Its Impacts · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2017 · Q6 (20 marks) — Explain the concept of self-purification (Tazkiya-e-Nafs) in the light of the Qur'an and Sunnah, and its impact on society. Topic: 1.7 Self-Purification (Tazkiyah) and Ihsan · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2018 · Q3 (20 marks) — What is Self-purification and Ehsan? Explain in light of Qur'an and Sunnah; describe its individual and collective impacts. Topic: 1.7 Self-Purification (Tazkiyah) and Ihsan · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2018 · Q6 (20 marks) — Write a comprehensive note on the Zakat system of Islam and its spiritual, moral and social impacts. Topic: 1.11 Zakat — System and Its Impacts · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q2 (20 marks) — Define Tauheed. What is its impact on individual life and society? Elaborate. Topic: 1.6 Tawheed — Types and Impact on Individual & Society · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q6 (20 marks) — Write a comprehensive note on the Hajj (pilgrimage) system of Islam and its spiritual, moral and social impacts. Topic: 1.12 Hajj — Meaning and Its Impacts · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q2 (20 marks) — What is belief in the Day of Judgment? Explore its effects on the individual and collective lives of human beings. Topic: 1.5 Islamic Beliefs — Fundamentals of Iman · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q7 (20 marks) — Explore the importance of Sufism (Tasawwuf) in the spread of Islam. Is the amelioration of current deviation possible through Sufism? Topic: 1.7 Self-Purification (Tazkiyah) and Ihsan · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q8 (20 marks) — Describe the importance of Deen (doctrine of life) in human life. Differentiate between Deen and Religion. Topic: 1.3 Difference Between Din and Religion · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q2 (20 marks) — What is the Qur'anic argument on the Life Hereafter? What are its impacts on the individual and collective life of a human being? Topic: 1.5 Islamic Beliefs — Fundamentals of Iman · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q2 (20 marks) — Self-purification is an essential element for the evolution of society. Explain. Topic: 1.7 Self-Purification (Tazkiyah) and Ihsan · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q3 (20 marks) — What is meant by Farz Kifayah? What is its religious and social significance? Which affairs today fall within its scope? Topic: 1.2 Importance of Din in Human Life · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q5 (20 marks) — What are the rational arguments for the existence of Allah? Explain the impact of belief in monotheism on human life. Topic: 1.6 Tawheed — Types and Impact on Individual & Society · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

II. Sirah as Role Model — 12 question prompts

2017 · Q5 (20 marks) — Elucidate how the Prophet of Islam ﷺ exemplified himself as the greatest peacemaker in the world by making reconciliation with pagans, Jews and Christians. Topic: 7. Prophet (PBUH) as a Peace Maker · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2018 · Q8 (20 marks) — The Holy Prophet ﷺ is the prophet of peace and safety. Explain with arguments. Topic: 7. Prophet (PBUH) as a Peace Maker · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q3 (20 marks) — Give a general estimate of the Holy Prophet's ﷺ character in the battlefields as a commander. Topic: 6. Prophet (PBUH) as a Military Strategist · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q2 (20 marks) — Discuss the status and grade of "Tolerance and Forgiveness" in the life of the Holy Prophet ﷺ. Topic: 7. Prophet (PBUH) as a Peace Maker · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q8(a) (10 marks) — Treaty of Hudaybiyyah as a pact of peace. Topic: 4. Prophet (PBUH) as a Diplomat · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q8(b) (10 marks) — Benefits acquired from the Battle of Khaybar. Topic: 6. Prophet (PBUH) as a Military Strategist · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q5 (20 marks) — Explain the doctrine of Prophethood and its importance in human life. Topic: 2. Risalat — The Concept and Reality of Prophethood · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q6 (20 marks) — Describe Hazrat Muhammad ﷺ as a Prophet of Peace for the contemporary transnational world. Topic: 7. Prophet (PBUH) as a Peace Maker · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q3 (20 marks) — Discuss the Holy Prophet's ﷺ role as a model for military strategy. Topic: 6. Prophet (PBUH) as a Military Strategist · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q3 (20 marks) — The main purpose of Ghazwat-e-Nabawi ﷺ was to establish peace. Explain. Topic: 6. Prophet (PBUH) as a Military Strategist · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q4 (20 marks) — Explain the doctrine of Prophethood and its importance in human life. Topic: 2. Risalat — The Concept and Reality of Prophethood · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q6 (20 marks) — Discuss the contents of the peace agreements made during the Prophet's ﷺ era, determining the parties thereof. Topic: 4. Prophet (PBUH) as a Diplomat · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

III. Human Rights and Status of Women — 11 question prompts

2017 · Q3 (20 marks) — Write a comprehensive note on the right of inheritance granted to women by Islam. Topic: 3. Rights of Inheritance for Women in Islam · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q4 (20 marks) — Describe the rights of women in Islam in the context of the current wave of the feminist movement. Topic: 1. Rights of Women in Islam (in Context of the Feminist Movement) · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q4 (20 marks) — "The Last Sermon of the Holy Prophet ﷺ is the basic document for awakening the conscience of mankind for human rights." Discuss. Topic: 6. Human Rights in the Light of the Last Sermon (Khutbah Hajjatul Wida) · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q7 (20 marks) — "Islam teaches the lesson of human respect and dignity irrespective of colour, race and creed." Discuss. Topic: 2. Human Respect & Dignity Irrespective of Color, Race and Creed · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q3 (20 marks) — Islam provides better rights to men and women than all other religions. Explore with arguments. Topic: 1. Rights of Women in Islam (in Context of the Feminist Movement) · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q4 (20 marks) — Comment on the teachings of Islam regarding co-existence in a multi-faith society. Topic: 5. Rights of Citizens in an Islamic State · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q2 (20 marks) — Explain the concept of Human Rights in Islamic thought with specification of the "Status of Women in Islam." Topic: 1. Rights of Women in Islam (in Context of the Feminist Movement) · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q4 (20 marks) — Elaborate the rights of daughters granted by Islam and how these are denied by Muslims in the contemporary world. Topic: 3. Rights of Inheritance for Women in Islam · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q8(i) (10 marks) — Human rights in the light of the Sermon of Farewell Pilgrimage. Topic: 6. Human Rights in the Light of the Last Sermon (Khutbah Hajjatul Wida) · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q5 (20 marks) — How does Islam highlight human dignity and greatness? Discuss. Topic: 2. Human Respect & Dignity Irrespective of Color, Race and Creed · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q2 (20 marks) — Provide a comparative and critical analysis of the human rights granted by Islam with those enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). Topic: 5. Rights of Citizens in an Islamic State · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

IV. Islamic Civilization and Culture — 2 question prompts

2018 · Q7 (20 marks) — Describe, in detail, the basic characteristics of Islamic civilization. Topic: 3. Characteristics of Islamic Civilization · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q7 (20 marks) — Discuss religious tolerance in the context of post-Prophetic Muslim history. Topic: 3. Characteristics of Islamic Civilization · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

V. Islam and the World — 13 question prompts

2017 · Q7 (20 marks) — Enumerate the reasons of extremism in Pakistan and suggest solutions to eradicate it in the light of Islamic teachings. Topic: 4. Rise of Extremism and Modern Fundamentalism · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2018 · Q4 (20 marks) — Point out the motives of terrorism in Pakistan. How can society get rid of terrorism? Topic: 4. Rise of Extremism and Modern Fundamentalism · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q5 (20 marks) — Throw light in detail on the moral value system of Islam as a significant feature of Islamic civilization. Topic: 6. Moral Values System of Islam · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q7 (20 marks) — Is extremism a challenge to Islam? Discuss in the context of contemporary challenges faced by the Muslim Ummah. Topic: 4. Rise of Extremism and Modern Fundamentalism · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q5 (20 marks) — Discuss in detail the principles and terms & conditions for "Jihad" in the light of the Qur'an and Sunnah. Topic: 5. Jihad — Principles, Terms and Conditions · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q5 (20 marks) — Islamophobia is a sign of extremism. Give suggestions for its remedy. Topic: 7. Islamophobia — Causes and Impacts · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q7 (20 marks) — What are the motives of extremism in Pakistan? How can society get rid of extremism by following the teachings of Islam? Topic: 4. Rise of Extremism and Modern Fundamentalism · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q7 (20 marks) — How is it possible to eliminate religious and political extremism in Pakistan in the light of the teachings of the Holy Prophet ﷺ? Explain. Topic: 4. Rise of Extremism and Modern Fundamentalism · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q2 (20 marks) — What is the importance of Makarim-e-Akhlaq (noble morals) in establishing social peace? How did the Messenger of Allah ﷺ complete these morals? Topic: 6. Moral Values System of Islam · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q8 (20 marks) — What views are found in today's Muslim circles about Western civilization? Identify and analyze them. Topic: 1. Impact of Islamic Civilization on the West and Vice Versa · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q3 (20 marks) — In light of the plight of Indian and Kashmiri Muslims, discuss the justification and demands of the Two-Nation Theory. Topic: 3. Muslim World and Contemporary Challenges · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q4 (20 marks) — Explain how Western civilization has influenced Islamic civilization. Discuss measures to protect Muslim societies from the negative impacts of Western culture. Topic: 1. Impact of Islamic Civilization on the West and Vice Versa · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q7 (20 marks) — Examine the causes of sectarianism and polarization in the Muslim world. Suggest solutions in the light of Islamic teachings. Topic: 3. Muslim World and Contemporary Challenges · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

VI. Public Administration and Governance — 8 question prompts

2017 · Q4 (20 marks) — How were the Rightly-Guided Caliphs elected? To what extent can their system of government be regarded as democratic? Topic: 6. Governance under the Pious Khilafah (Khilafat-e-Rashidah, 632–661 CE) · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2018 · Q5 (20 marks) — Highlight the responsibilities of civil servants in the light of Islamic teachings. Topic: 9. Responsibilities of Civil Servants (in the Light of Islamic Teachings) · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2019 · Q8 (20 marks) — Give suggestions to reform Pakistani politics keeping in view the different aspects of the political system of Islam. Topic: 11. Political System of Islam · Solved answer: 2019 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q3 (20 marks) — Write a comprehensive note on the bravery and juridical wisdom of Hazrat Ali (R.A.). Topic: 8. Bravery and Judicial Wisdom of Hazrat Ali (RA) · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2021 · Q6 (20 marks) — Express the principles of accountability of rulers according to the Holy Qur'an and Sunnah. Topic: 10. System of Accountability (Hisbah) in Islam · Solved answer: 2021 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q6 (20 marks) — How can the system of accountability in Pakistan be idealized in the teachings of the Holy Prophet ﷺ? Explain. Topic: 10. System of Accountability (Hisbah) in Islam · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q8(b) (10 marks) — Importance of the epistles of Hazrat Ali (RA). Topic: 7. Letters of Hazrat Umar (RA) and Hazrat Ali (RA) to Public Authorities · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q6 (20 marks) — Explain the concept of accountability in the Islamic system. Demonstrate with examples that the practices of the Khulafa-e-Rashideen set the highest standard in this regard. Topic: 10. System of Accountability (Hisbah) in Islam · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

VII. Islamic Code of Life — 14 question prompts

2017 · Q8 (20 marks) — What is meant by Ijma' (consensus)? Explain its different kinds and clarify its importance in the light of the Qur'an and Sunnah. Topic: 2. Procedure of Ijma and Its Kinds · Solved answer: 2017 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2018 · Q2 (20 marks) — Define Ijtihad; highlight its contemporary importance in the light of Islamic Fiqh. Topic: 3. Procedure of Ijtihad and Qualifications of a Mujtahid · Solved answer: 2018 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q6 (20 marks) — Analyze the Madina Accord (Mithaq-e-Madina) as a "Social Contract" in detail. Topic: 4. The Madina Accord as a "Social Contract" · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2020 · Q8 (20 marks) — "Islamic Financial and Economic system is the solution of the human financial problems." Discuss. Topic: 5. Islamic Economic System — Basic Principles & Financial Solutions · Solved answer: 2020 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q3 (20 marks) — Write down the main principles of Islamic Economics. How do these principles provide solutions to contemporary challenges? Topic: 5. Islamic Economic System — Basic Principles & Financial Solutions · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q4 (20 marks) — Elaborate the concept and importance of Ijtihad and explain its principles. Topic: 3. Procedure of Ijtihad and Qualifications of a Mujtahid · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2022 · Q7 (20 marks) — Explain the reconstruction of Pakistani society in the light of Islamic teachings. Topic: 10. Social System in Islam — Essential Features · Solved answer: 2022 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q5 (20 marks) — Define Ijma' (consensus) and explain its different kinds. Can legislation by a parliament of an Islamic state be regarded as a valid consensus? Topic: 2. Procedure of Ijma and Its Kinds · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q6 (20 marks) — Analyze the Charter of Madina as a social contract. Topic: 4. The Madina Accord as a "Social Contract" · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2023 · Q8(ii) (10 marks) — Social justice in an Islamic society. Topic: 6. Economic System of Islam in the Light of Social Justice · Solved answer: 2023 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2024 · Q8(a) (10 marks) — Ijtihad. Topic: 3. Procedure of Ijtihad and Qualifications of a Mujtahid · Solved answer: 2024 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q4 (20 marks) — Determine the status of the classist lifestyle (Tabqati Mu'asharat) in the light of Islamic teachings, and examine its effects on human society. Topic: 10. Social System in Islam — Essential Features · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2025 · Q5 (20 marks) — What are the disadvantages of concentration of wealth? What economic measures has Islam introduced to prevent this? Topic: 5. Islamic Economic System — Basic Principles & Financial Solutions · Solved answer: 2025 — Islamic Studies (CSS)
2026 · Q8 (20 marks) — What are the challenges for the institution of family and its role in the present era? Discuss them in the light of Islamic teachings. Topic: 10. Social System in Islam — Essential Features · Solved answer: 2026 — Islamic Studies (CSS)

Repeated patterns worth practising

Concept + individual and collective effects: Tawhid, Akhirah, Zakat, Hajj, Tazkiyah.
Prophetic role + concrete events: peace treaties, strategic leadership, character and diplomacy.
Islamic principle + modern Pakistani challenge + practical recommendations: governance, accountability, extremism, sectarianism, social reform.
Historical precedent + contemporary critical comparison: human rights/UDHR, women’s rights, the Madina Charter, Western civilization.
Fiqh definition + types/principles + new applications: Ijma, Ijtihad and parliamentary legislation.

Read the exact demand of each year’s question before memorising a model answer. Recurring themes do not imply that the same wording will be repeated.