1st Year Civics Chapter-Wise Test 2025: Punjab Board (FSc/FA/ICS) – MCQs, Short & Long Questions

Author: Adabi Duniya Team | Published: November 29, 2025 | Category: 11th Class Civics Tests

Are you gearing up for your 1st Year Civics (Civics Part 1) exam 2025 under Punjab Boards? This comprehensive chapter-wise test series is your go-to resource! Designed according to the latest Punjab Textbook Board (PTB) syllabus, it includes MCQs, short questions, and long questions for each chapter. These tests are based on past papers (2018–2024) and expert predictions, helping you secure 85+ marks in your intermediate Civics paper.

 

Valid for all Punjab Boards (Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Multan, etc.) and helpful for Federal Board (FBISE) students. Total paper pattern: 100 marks (20 MCQs + 40 Short + 40 Long). Practice these tests timed (3 hours) for best results!

Pro Tip: Attempt one chapter test daily, then review answers. Download the full PDF for printable versions.

1st Year Civics Syllabus 2025 – Quick Overview

• Chapter 1: Civics: Meaning, Scope and Importance
• Chapter 2: The State
• Chapter 3: Sovereignty
• Chapter 4: Functions of Government
• Chapter 5: Constitution
• Chapter 6: Political Parties
• Chapter 7: Local Government
• Chapter 8: International Organizations (e.g., UNO)

Paper Pattern:

• MCQs: 20 (1 mark each) – Objective from definitions, concepts.
• Short Questions: 15 out of 25 (2 marks each).
• Long Questions: 3 out of 5 (10 marks each) – Detailed explanations with examples.

Chapter-Wise Tests: MCQs, Shorts & Longs (Solved)

Chapter 1: Civics: Meaning, Scope and Importance

Test Instructions: Attempt all MCQs (5 marks), 3 shorts (6 marks), 1 long (10 marks).

MCQs (Sample – 10 Total in Full Test):

1. Civics is derived from the Latin word: a) Civitas b) Polis c) State d) Demo Ans: a) Civitas (Meaning “citizen”).
2. The scope of Civics includes: a) Study of rights and duties b) Economic policies only c) Religious laws d) Military strategies Ans: a) Study of rights and duties.

(Full: More on Aristotle’s views, modern vs. ancient civics – PDF has 20 MCQs).

Short Questions (Sample – 5 Total):

1. Define Civics and explain its importance in daily life. Ans: Civics is the study of citizen rights, duties, and government functions. Importance: Promotes good citizenship, civic awareness, and democratic participation.
2. Differentiate between Civics and Political Science. Ans: Civics focuses on practical citizenship; Political Science is broader, including theory of power and governance.

Long Question (Sample):

1. Discuss the scope of Civics in the modern world with examples. Ans: Scope includes education on laws, voting, and social responsibilities. Examples: Environmental protection (duty to recycle), voting in elections (right to participate). In Pakistan, it aids understanding of the 1973 Constitution. (Detailed outline in PDF).

Chapter 2: The State

Test Instructions: 5 MCQs (5 marks), 4 shorts (8 marks), 1 long (10 marks).

MCQs:

1. Essential elements of a state are: a) Population, Territory, Government, Sovereignty b) Army, Economy, Religion c) Culture, Language d) Resources only Ans: a).
2. Who said “State is a necessary evil”? a) Plato b) Thomas Hobbes c) Aristotle d) Rousseau Ans: b) Thomas Hobbes.

Short Questions:

1. What is the difference between state and government? Ans: State is permanent (people + territory); Government is temporary (ruling body).
2. Explain the concept of territory in a state. Ans: Includes land, water, and airspace under control, e.g., Pakistan’s 796,095 sq km.

Long Question:

1. Describe the four essential elements of a state. Ans: 1. Population: Citizens (e.g., 240M in Pakistan). 2. Territory: Defined borders. 3. Government: Executive, legislative, judicial. 4. Sovereignty: Supreme authority. (Examples from Pakistan’s context).

Chapter 3: Sovereignty

Test Instructions: Similar pattern.

MCQs:

1. Sovereignty means: a) Supreme power b) Shared authority c) Economic control d) Military might Ans: a).
2. Who classified sovereignty as legal and political? a) Austin b) Locke c) Montesquieu d) Bodin Ans: a) Austin.

Short Questions:

1. Distinguish between internal and external sovereignty. Ans: Internal: Control within borders; External: Independence from foreign powers.

Long Question:

1. Explain Austin’s theory of sovereignty. Ans: Sovereignty is absolute, indivisible, held by a determinate superior (e.g., parliament). Critiques: Ignores federal systems like Pakistan.

Chapter 4: Functions of Government

MCQs:

1. Primary function of government: a) Law-making b) Entertainment c) Trade d) Sports Ans: a).

Shorts:

1. List welfare functions of government. Ans: Education, health, security (e.g., Pakistan’s Ehsaas Program).

Long:

1. Discuss legislative, executive, and judicial functions. Ans: Legislative: Makes laws (Parliament); Executive: Implements (PM/Cabinet); Judicial: Interprets (Supreme Court).

Chapter 5: Constitution

MCQs:

1. Pakistan’s Constitution was enacted in: a) 1947 b) 1956 c) 1973 d) 1962 Ans: c) 1973.

Shorts:

1. What is a written vs. unwritten constitution? Ans: Written: Codified (e.g., USA); Unwritten: Based on conventions (e.g., UK).

Long:

1. Salient features of Pakistan’s 1973 Constitution. Ans: Islamic provisions, federalism, fundamental rights, parliamentary system.

Chapter 6: Political Parties

MCQs:

1. Political parties are essential for: a) Democracy b) Monarchy c) Dictatorship d) Anarchy Ans: a).

Shorts:

1. Role of opposition parties. Ans: Checks government, suggests alternatives.

Long:

1. Explain the functions of political parties in Pakistan. Ans: Mobilize voters, form governments (e.g., PML-N, PTI).

Chapter 7: Local Government

MCQs:

1. Devolution of Power Plan introduced by: a) Musharraf b) Zia c) Ayub d) Bhutto Ans: a) Musharraf.

Shorts:

1. Importance of local government. Ans: Addresses grassroots issues like sanitation.

Long:

1. Describe the system of local government in Pakistan. Ans: Three tiers: Union, Tehsil, District (post-18th Amendment).

Chapter 8: International Organizations

MCQs:

1. UNO was founded in: a) 1945 b) 1919 c) 1939 d) 1950 Ans: a) 1945.

Shorts:

1. Objectives of SAARC. Ans: Regional cooperation in South Asia.

Long:

1. Role of Pakistan in UNO. Ans: Peacekeeping, resolutions on Kashmir.

Download Free PDFs: 1st Year Civics Chapter-Wise Tests 2025

• Full Chapter-Wise Test Series PDF (Urdu/English) – 100+ pages, solved.
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Preparation Tips for Top Scores

• MCQs Hack: Focus on definitions (Chapters 1-3) – 70% from there.
• Shorts Strategy: Use bullet points; keep answers to 4-5 lines.
• Longs Focus: Include Pakistan examples (e.g., 18th Amendment).
• Revision: Solve full mock tests weekly.
• Common Pitfall: Don’t skip Chapter 7 (Local Govt.) – it’s often repeated.