ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Sociology)

WARNING

1. PLAGIARISM OR HIRING OF GHOST WRITER(S) FOR SOLVING THE ASSIGNMENT(S) WILL DEBAR THE STUDENT FROM AWARD OF DEGREE/CERTIFICATE, IF FOUND AT ANY STAGE.
2. SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENT(S) BORROWED OR STOLEN FROM OTHER(S) AS ONE’S OWN WILL BE PENALIZED AS DEFINED IN “AIOU PLAGIARISM POLICY”.

Course: Civics and Community Engagement (9385)

Level: BS Programme Semester: Spring, 2025

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 their handwritten assignments (in PDF format) on University LMS. The size of the file should not exceed 5MP.

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Assignment No. 1

(Unit 1-4)

Q.1 What is the meaning of civic and community engagement? Write in detail.

(20)

Q. 2 What is the difference between the State and the Government? Explain in detail by discussing the key characteristics of each. (20)

Q. 3 Elaborate on the division of power into three branches of government along with their functions, key roles and composition. (20)

Q. 4 Write down the powers and functions of the executive, legislature and judiciary in Pakistan. (20)

Q. 5 How does the inclusion of women in government roles contribute to achieving good governance? Discuss the significance of gender representation. (20)

Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 50

Assignment No. 2

(Unit 5-9)

Q. 1 Why is it essential for individuals, society, and the state to maintain a cooperative relationship, and what are the possible consequences when this balance is disrupted? (20)

Q. 2 Write in detail about the participation in community services. Have you contributed to any community service? Write your experience in detail. (20)

Q. 3 What is the concept of community engagement? How you can enter into a community and what things you should keep in your mind while entering a community. (20)

Q. 4 Critical thinking and assertiveness are both vital skills for effective community engagement. Why and how? Provide examples. (20)

Q. 5 What strategies are being proposed to address gender inequality in Pakistan, and how do they aim to tackle societal, economic, educational, and political disparities? (20)