ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
(Department of Commerce)
COMMERCIAL GEOGRAPHY (8595)
CHECKLIST
SEMESTER: Spring, 2025
This packet comprises the following material: -
1. Textbook (one)
2. Assignment No. 1, & 2
3. Assignment forms (Two sets )
4. Schedule for submitting assignments and tutorial meetings
If you find anything missing in this packet, please contact us at the address given
below:
The
Mailing Officer,
Allama Iqbal Open University
H-8, Islamabad
051-9057611- 12
Asia Batool
Course Coordinator
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ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
(Department of Commerce)
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1. PLAGIARISM OR HIRING OF GHOST WRITER(S) FOR SOLVING
THE ASSIGNMENT(S) WILL DEBAR THE STUDENT FROM AWARD
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Course: Commercial Geography (8595) Semester: Spring, 2025
Level: BS Accounting & Finance
Please read the following instructions for writing your assignments. (AD, BS, B.Ed,
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)
Note: You are required to attempt to ask all questions if you are unable to
understand any question of assignment, do seek help from your concerned
tutor. But keep in mind that tutors are not supposed to solve the
assignment questions for you.
Q.1 Define Geography and describe its branches & approaches used in Economic
Geography. (20)
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Q.2 Define the scope of Economic Geography. Also, explain theories of Economic
Geography. (20)
Q.3 Explain the following continents worldwide: - (20)
i. Asia
ii. Africa
iii. North America
Q.4 Define the economic geography of Pakistan and elaborate on the major industries
and economic zones present within the country. (20)
Q.5 Share details about Pakistan's natural resources and would also like an overview of
the different types of minerals found in various regions of the country. (20)
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks:50
ASSIGNMENT No. 2
(Units 5-9)
Q.1 Do you concur that in Pakistan, the land is cultivated using wooden ploughs drawn
by cattle, threshing is conducted by animals, winnowing is executed manually, and
agricultural produce is consumed by the family? Explain your reasoning. (20)
Q.2 Explain the following resource of Pakistan: - (20)
i. Water Resources
ii. Agricultural Resources
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Q.3 Define transportation and telecommunication also explain the means of
transportation & its role in industry. (20)
Q.4 i. Identify the means of Communication and describe its process. (10+10)
ii. What are the unique challenges to oral, written, and nonverbal
communication?
Q.5 Define National & International Trade and also describe their importance for
boosting Pakistan’s Economy. (20)
