A Structural Overview of Pakistan’s Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC)
Pakistan, a country laced with natural and human resource potential, is nowhere closer to realizing its vision pertaining to economic sustainability. Quite naturally, uncertainty looms in the background as the graduates search for a secure financial direction. The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC), a beacon of surefire hope for both urban and underprivileged areas, stands as a testament to one of the few transparent, merit-driven systems in Pakistan—a country ranking 133rd on the global corruption index as of 2023 reports.
In this article, Fiza Bibi Ameen summarizes FPSC’s constitutional history and the structural hierarchy that makes it regulate a smooth recruitment process in various government departments across the country.
Applying the Pareto Principle to CSS Preparation
The approaching CSS exams bring home stress for the applicants. Fiza Bibi Ameen presents how the curiosity approach, through the lens of the Pareto principle or the 80-20 principle, can help aspirants finalize their last-minute preparation and translate stress into focus and relevance. She also explores the relevant research on decreased numbers of exam participants compared to CSS applicants.
Privatization of Government Schools in the Suffocating Educational System of Pakistan
Protests over the government’s decision to privatize schools have erupted across Pakistan, a nation already grappling with the world’s second-largest population of out-of-school children.
The interim Punjab government initially dismissed the news as a rumor, but details about the schools slated for privatization had already been released.
This essay explores the prospects of privatizing government schools, highlighting why it may not be the opportune time for Pakistan and suggesting alternative measures until the country is better prepared.
Is Essay Analysis in CSS Exams Overly Strict?
As the nation’s awareness grew, so did its reliance on social media platforms for information. Given the diversity of academic backgrounds, the aspirants, in their final month to finalize the preparation, occasionally find information from social media about the rigid lens of CSS essay evaluation as an impedance. In this article, Fiza Bibi Ameen explores whether this fixation is inherent to the CSS exam or is inbuilt into the essence of an essay while analyzing the essay competition held by HEC for the year 2022 and the critique presented by the essay judges. Furthermore, the author goes on to explain the expert-recommended method for categorizing an essay topic.
6 Free Upskilling Opportunities for Pakistani Youth: Self-paced Learning
A nation that started its journey with a literacy rate of about 14% still has a long way to go before it reaches the literacy rate of other developing countries. However, Pakistani youth has been making progress in leaps and bounds since its independence, and this is in large part due to the wide variety of self-paced courses, freelance jobs, and upskilling opportunities that a multitude of platforms offer. Fiza Bibi Ameen emphasizes the importance of such platforms including EdX, Udemy, Coursera, Digiskills and more.
Will the Lost Glimmer in CPEC’s Progress Push China into Abandoning It?
CPEC – a project with unprecedented provisions to Pakistan, China, the Middle East, and other connected regions – has top position in evolving Pakistan’s future.
The completed projects have aided Pakistan, but there is no solid evidence to ease the concerns regarding the credibility of employment estimates, Pakistan’s outstanding debts, China’s dwindling interest, and a lack of certainty and security.
Fiza Bibi Ameen addresses the possibility of China abandoning CPEC entirely, in addition to assessing the factors behind project’s slow pace.
Choosing Physics as an Optional Subject in the CSS Exams
The appeal of a career as a Civil Services of Pakistan (CSP) officer doesn’t always translate into optimistic outcomes, as many applicants don’t even appear for exams. The choice of subjects is nearly as crucial as the attempt itself. Physics, a subject with a conceptual flow but a probable exam pattern, has proven to be a high-scoring subject in various entrance and academic exams. Does this trend find resonance in CSS results as well? Fiza Bibi Ameen evaluates the merits and demerits of choosing physics and provides research-based tactics to streamline the process, making it less time-consuming.
The Agricultural Reforms of Ayub Khan: Revolutionizing Farming in Pakistan
Since its independence, Pakistan’s challenges have been calling for attention and essential reforms, but history has not seen a well-planned and effective approach to agricultural growth before Ayub Khan’s reign. Much like his strategy to industrialization, every decision he made in the agricultural sector had an impact, both directly and indirectly. This essay investigates the unique incentives offered, Ayub Khan’s stern stance against social malpractices in agriculture, the restrictions imposed on ownership of land, the positive outcomes, and the overlooked variables of the Green Revolution era.
The Structural and Divisional Hierarchy of WAPDA
The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has served Pakistan for 65 years, managing power generation, water supply, irrigation, and flood control. This article explores the organization’s structural and divisional hierarchy. Led by its chairman, WAPDA operates with a hierarchical structure, including members overseeing the water, power, and finance wings, along with general managers, director generals, and labor workforces.
An Overview of Riphah International University
Riphah International University, a private institute chartered in 2002 by the Federal Government of Pakistan, provides advanced professional education and training with an emphasis on Islamic life and living skills. Riphah International University gives young minds the opportunity to hone their skills, harness their potential, and, through their professional and moral training, become productive citizens of Pakistan.