Here’s a list of **recommended books** for the PMS **compulsory subjects**,
tailored to help you prepare effectively:
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### **1. English Essay (100 Marks)**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Exploring the World of English"** by Syed Saadat Ali Shah
- A comprehensive guide for vocabulary, grammar, and essay outlines.
- **"Academic Writing"** by Stephen Bailey
- Useful for developing structured arguments and improving writing skills.
**Preparation Tips:**
- Practice writing essays on diverse topics weekly.
- Focus on structure: introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion.
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### **2. English Precis & Composition (100 Marks)**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Exploring the World of English"** by Syed Saadat Ali Shah
- Covers grammar, comprehension, and precis-writing techniques.
- **"High School English Grammar and Composition"** by Wren & Martin
- A classic book for mastering grammar and syntax.
**Preparation Tips:**
- Practice precis writing and sentence correction.
- Focus on improving vocabulary and idiomatic expressions.
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### **3. General Knowledge (100 Marks)**
This subject is divided into **Current Affairs**, **Pakistan Affairs**, and
**Everyday Science**.
#### **(a) Current Affairs**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Contemporary Affairs"** by Imtiaz Shahid
- **"Jahangir's World Times Magazine"**
- Monthly publication with updated information and analysis.
#### **(b) Pakistan Affairs**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Pakistan Affairs"** by Ikram Rabbani
- Covers historical events and contemporary issues in Pakistan.
- **"Trek to Pakistan"** by Ahmad Saeed
- A detailed account of Pakistan’s history.
#### **(c) Everyday Science**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Everyday Science"** by Dr. Rab Nawaz Samo
- Comprehensive coverage of scientific concepts and MCQs.
- **"General Science and Ability"** by Mian Shafiq
- Includes basic scientific concepts and analytical reasoning.
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### **4. Islamic Studies/Ethics (100 Marks)**
**Recommended Books for Islamic Studies:**
- **"Islami Nazriya-e-Hayat"** by Khurshid Ahmad
- Covers fundamental Islamic concepts and principles.
- **"Islamic Studies"** by Hafiz Karim Dad Chughtai (Jahangir’s World Times)
- Tailored for competitive exams.
**Recommended Books for Ethics (for Non-Muslim Candidates):**
- **"Ethics for Beginners"** by Richard Paul
- **"Introduction to Ethics"** by William Lillie
**Preparation Tips:**
- Focus on Quranic references, Hadith, and Islamic history.
- For Ethics, focus on moral philosophy and ethical dilemmas.
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### **5. Urdu (100 Marks)**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Urdu Adab Ki Mukhtasir Tareekh"** by Dr. Saleem Akhtar
- Comprehensive coverage of Urdu literature and prose.
- **"Urdu Grammar and Composition"** by Dr. Abdul Hameed
- Useful for essay writing, translation, and grammar.
**Preparation Tips:**
- Practice writing Urdu essays and translations.
- Learn idioms, proverbs, and literary terms.
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### **6. Pakistan Studies (100 Marks)**
**Recommended Books:**
- **"Pakistan Affairs"** by Ikram Rabbani
- **"Struggle for Pakistan"** by Ayesha Jalal
- Provides deeper insights into Pakistan’s political and social evolution.
**Preparation Tips:**
- Focus on key events from 1857 to the present.
- Understand Pakistan’s constitutional developments and foreign policy.
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### **General Preparation Tips**
1. **Combine Books with Current Updates:**
- Read newspapers like *Dawn* daily for Current Affairs.
- Review Pakistan Economic Survey and government reports for updated statistics.
2. **Solve Past Papers:**
- Practice past papers to understand question trends and formats.
3. **Revise Consistently:**
- Create concise notes for each subject for last-minute revision.
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