Current Affairs Preparation for CSS

Understanding Current Affairs in CSS

Current Affairs carries 100 marks in the CSS examination and covers:

1. Current events of national and international importance.
2. Relevant social, economic, and political issues.
3. Environmental issues and sustainable development.
4. Science and technology advancements.
5. Cultural and historical developments.

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1. Syllabus Structure

The Current Affairs syllabus is divided into three main areas:

1.1 Domestic Affairs of Pakistan (20%)

• Political Issues: Political history, democratic processes, constitutional developments, and civil-military relations.
• Economic Challenges: Economic history, trade imbalances, inflation, taxation, and fiscal policies.
• Social Issues: Poverty, unemployment, education, terrorism, social stratification, and women’s development.

1.2 Pakistan's External Relations (40%)

• Bilateral Relations: With neighboring countries (India, China, Afghanistan, Iran, Russia).
• Relations with the Muslim World: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and OIC member states.
• Global Relations: Interaction with the US, EU, and multilateral organizations (UN, WTO, ECO, SAARC).

1.3 Global Issues (40%)

• Topics like international security, climate change, human rights, political economy, globalization, and terrorism.

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2. Core Preparation Strategies

2.1 Utilize Selective and Credible Resources

Avoid information overload by choosing limited, high-quality resources. Stick to reputed publications and government reports for accuracy.

2.2 Focused Newspaper Reading

Dedicate 30–45 minutes daily to prominent newspapers like Dawn (www.dawn.com) and The News (www.thenews.com.pk). Prioritize editorials, opinion pieces, and investigative reports.

2.3 Regular Note-Taking and Categorization

• Summarize key events, their causes, and implications.
• Categorize notes under domestic, external, and global issues for easy revision.