Month Syllabus Outline for FPSC PPSC One Paper (MCQS ) Preparation
Objective: To prepare students systematically for a competitive exam focusing on multiple-choice questions, covering key subjects such as Pakistan History, Islamic History, General History, Urdu, English, Geography, and General Knowledge (GK).
Month 1: Foundations
Pakistan History – Early Period
Topics:
- Arrival of Islam in the Subcontinent (712 AD)
- Dynasties:
- Arab Rule (712–1000 AD)
- Ghaznavid Dynasty (977–1186 AD)
- Ghorid Dynasty (1173–1206 AD)
- Important Rulers: Muhammad bin Qasim, Mahmud of Ghazni, Shahabuddin Ghauri
Subtopics:
- Political, social, and economic impacts of these dynasties
- Key battles and their significance
Pakistan History – Medieval Period
Topics:
- Dynasties:
- Delhi Sultanate (1206–1526 AD)
- Mughal Empire (1526–1857 AD)
- Important Rulers: Qutbuddin Aibak, Alauddin Khilji, Babur, Akbar, Aurangzeb
- Subtopics:
- Major contributions in architecture, culture, and administration
- The decline of the Mughal Empire
Islamic History – Early Islamic Period
Topics:
- Birth of the Holy Prophet (SAWW)
- Major events: Migration to Medina, Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, Conquest of Mecca
- Period of Khilafat
- Rightly Guided Caliphs (632–661 AD)
Subtopics:
- Major battles: Badr, Uhud, Khandaq
- Expansion of Islam during the Khilafat period
Islamic Dynasties – Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates
Topics:
- Dynasties:
- Umayyad Caliphate (661–750 AD)
- Abbasid Caliphate (750–1258 AD)
- Important Rulers: Muawiya I, Umar ibn Abdul Aziz, Harun al-Rashid
Subtopics:
- Cultural, scientific, and administrative advancements during these periods
- The fall of the Abbasid Caliphate
Month 2: Expanding Knowledge
Week 1: General World History – Antiquity and middle Ages
Topics:
- Origin of major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam
- Roman and Greek Heroes:
- Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Augustus, Constantine the Great
Subtopics:
- The impact of Roman and Greek civilizations on the world
- The rise and fall of the Roman Empire
Week 2: General World History – Modern Era
Topics:
- World Wars:
- Causes and consequences of World War I and II
- Cold War: Origins, key events, and end
- Wars involving Pakistan: Indo-Pak Wars (1947, 1965, 1971, Kargil)
Subtopics:
- Major figures: Winston Churchill, Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, Muhammad Ali Jinnah
- Global impact of these wars on Pakistan
Week 3: Urdu – Language and Literature
Topics:
- Grammar rules: Sentence structure, parts of speech, tenses
- Literary Elements:
- Mahawara (Idioms), Zarbul Misal (Proverbs)
- Major Figures: Allama Iqbal, Mirza Ghalib, Faiz Ahmed Faiz
Subtopics:
- Important poetic verses and their explanations
- Contributions to the Urdu language by major poets and writers
Week 4: English – Language Proficiency
Topics:
- Grammar rules: Sentence correction, punctuation, active/passive voice
- Literary Elements:
- Commonly asked English idioms, synonyms, antonyms
- Writing Skills: Essay and precis writing tips
Subtopics:
- Practice with English questions typically asked in exams
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Month 3: Advanced Preparation
Week 1: Geography – World and Pakistan
Topics:
- World Geography:
- Continents,
- oceans,
- major rivers,
- and mountain ranges
- Pakistan Geography:
- Provinces,
- major cities,
- rivers,
- and mountains
Subtopics:
- Climate zones of Pakistan
- Important geographic landmarks in Pakistan and their significance
Week 2: General Knowledge – Static and Current Affairs
Topics:
- Static GK:
- Capitals,
- currencies,
- national symbols of countries
- Current Affairs:
- Recent global events,
- Pakistan’s role in international organizations (e.g., UN, OIC)
Subtopics:
- Pakistan’s current political, economic, and social scenarios
- Most repeated GK questions in past papers
Week 3: Review and Practice – Pakistan and Islamic History
Activities:
- Revision of key dynasties and their contributions
- Practice quizzes on major battles, rulers, and historical events
- Group discussions on key Islamic events and their significance
Week 4: Review and Practice – General History, Urdu, English, Geography, and GK
Activities:
- Mock exams with a focus on MCQs from all subjects
- Review sessions for difficult topics
- Time management strategies for the actual exam
Final Notes:
- Weekly Assignments: Assign practice MCQs and quizzes every week to track progress.
- Feedback Sessions: Regular feedback on student performance to identify areas of improvement.
- Extra Sessions: Schedule additional sessions for weak students or topics that need more attention.
- Current Affairs Updates: Provide weekly updates on current affairs to keep students informed of recent events.