ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

Faculty of Social Sciences

(Department of Pakistan Studies)

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Course: PAKISTAN AND NEIGHBOURS (9363) Semester: Spring, 2025

Level: M Sc/BS Pakistan Studies

Please read the following instructions for writing your assignments. (AD, BS, BEd, MA/MSc, MEd) (ODL Mode).

1. All questions are compulsory and carry equal marks but within a question the marks are distributed according to its requirements.

2. Read the question carefully and then answer it according to the requirements of the questions.

3. Avoid irrelevant discussion/information and reproducing from books, study guide or allied material.

4. Handwritten scanned assignments are not acceptable.

5. Upload your typed (in Word or PDF format) assignments on or before the due date.

6. Your own analysis and synthesis will be appreciated.

7. Late assignments can’t be uploaded at LMS.

8. The students who attempt their assignments in Urdu/Arabic may upload a scanned copy of handwritten assignments (in PDF format) on University LMS. The size of the file should not exceed 5MB.

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

ASSIGNMENT No. 1

(Units: 1–4)

Q.1 Pakistan is considered a gateway to Central Asia which is rich in energy resources. Until now why had Pakistan been failed to capitalize on this aspect of its geographical position? Explain with facts. (20)

Q.2 Critically analyze Sir Creek issue and its possible solutions to improve India Pakistan relations. (20)

Q.3 What is the impact of détente between China and India on future of China Pakistan relations? Explain with cogent arguments. (20)

Q.4 Discuss in detail the issue of cross border terrorism between Iran and Pakistan which led the two neighbors on the brink of a war in January 2024. (20)

Q.5 In the face of Pakistan’s growing engagement with the United States, the future of CPEC seems to be in danger. Elaborate with facts the future of CPEC. (20)

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

ASSIGNMENT No. 2

(Units: 5–9)

Q.1 How can SAARC become as much effective as European Union? Explain with plausible suggestions. (20)

Q.2 Discuss Pakistan’s economic relations with Central Asia through the platform of ECO. (20)

Q.3 After the recent revolution, Bangladesh is building closer ties with Pakistan. Discuss different aspects wherein these two countries may build strong ties? (20)

Q.4 Due to Indian intransigence, there is no possibility of cooperation in South Asian Countries. Elaborate the possibility of development in South Asia without regional cooperation. (20)

Q.5 Critically analyze the issue which are marring the good relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan recently. (20)

PAKISTAN AND NEIGHBOURS

Unit 1: Geography of Pakistan

Unit 2: Pakistan-India

Unit 3: Pakistan-China

Unit 4: Pakistan-Iran

Unit 5: SAARC and Indo-Pak Relationship

Unit 6: Pakistan’s Ties with Central Asian States: Irritants and Challenges

Unit 7: India, Pakistan and Bangladesh: ‘Trilateralism’ in South Asia

Unit 8: Economic Growth and Development in South Asia, With/Without Regional Cooperation

Unit 9: The New US Strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan: The Emerging Scenario

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