CSS Political Science Paper 2 – MCQs (2020 Past Paper with Answers)
Introduction
Political Science Paper 2 covers topics related to constitutional law, comparative politics, international relations, and political thought. Practicing past paper MCQs with explanations is one of the best ways to strengthen preparation for the CSS exam. Below are the 2020 MCQs with correct answers and brief explanations.
Political Science Paper 2 – MCQs (2020 with Answers)
1. Objective Resolution was passed on:
(A) 23 March, 1964
(B) 12 March, 1949
(C) 14 August, 1956
(D) None of these
✅ Answer: (B) 12 March, 1949
👉 The Objective Resolution was a foundational constitutional document passed by Pakistan’s Constituent Assembly.
2. The briefest constitution of the world is of:
(A) India
(B) New Zealand
(C) UK
(D) USA
✅ Answer: (B) New Zealand
👉 New Zealand has one of the shortest constitutions; India has the lengthiest written one.
3. The number of members of Electoral College in USA is:
(A) 537
(B) 538
(C) 539
(D) 534
✅ Answer: (B) 538
👉 It consists of 435 Representatives, 100 Senators, and 3 electors from D.C.
4. Which of the following countries has no party system?
(A) Libya
(B) Saudi Arabia
(C) Japan
(D) Russia
✅ Answer: (B) Saudi Arabia
👉 Saudi Arabia has an absolute monarchy with no political party system.
5. The Father of Russian Revolution is:
(A) Kerensky
(B) Trotsky
(C) Karl Marx
(D) Lenin
✅ Answer: (D) Lenin
👉 Vladimir Lenin led the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917.
6. Who was the President of USA at the time of creation of Pakistan (1947)?
(A) Theodore Roosevelt
(B) John Adams
(C) Harry Truman
(D) Woodrow Wilson
✅ Answer: (C) Harry Truman
👉 Truman was the U.S. President from 1945–1953.
7. How many countries have unwritten constitutions?
(A) 3
(B) 5
(C) 7
(D) 8
✅ Answer: (A) 3
👉 UK, New Zealand, and Israel are generally regarded as countries with unwritten constitutions.
8. The Estrada Doctrine is concerned with:
(A) Intervention
(B) Custom
(C) State Succession
(D) Recognition
✅ Answer: (D) Recognition
👉 Mexican foreign policy doctrine (1930) on recognition of governments.
9. The Glorious Revolution in England occurred in:
(A) 1608
(B) 1688
(C) 1655
(D) 1680
✅ Answer: (B) 1688
👉 It established constitutional monarchy under William and Mary.
10. When was the Constitution of India enforced?
(A) August 15, 1947
(B) October 2, 1952
(C) January 26, 1950
(D) None of these
✅ Answer: (C) January 26, 1950
👉 Republic Day of India marks enforcement of its constitution.
11. The membership of US Electoral College stands at:
(A) 536
(B) 538
(C) 540
(D) 545
✅ Answer: (B) 538
👉 Confirming again, the U.S. Electoral College has 538 electors.
12. Who was the President of USA during World War II?
(A) Theodore Roosevelt
(B) Franklin D. Roosevelt
(C) James Buchanan
(D) Woodrow Wilson
✅ Answer: (B) Franklin D. Roosevelt
👉 FDR led the U.S. from 1933 until his death in 1945.
13. Which party system is found in Italy?
(A) No party system
(B) Single party system
(C) Double party system
(D) Multi party system
✅ Answer: (D) Multi party system
👉 Italy has a multiparty parliamentary system.
14. The voting age in the U.S.A is:
(A) 18 years
(B) 19 years
(C) 20 years
(D) None of these
✅ Answer: (A) 18 years
👉 Reduced from 21 to 18 through the 26th Amendment (1971).
15. Balance of power in international relations refers to:
(A) Comparing the policies of European nations
(B) Flexibility and stability of states
(C) Policies of non-alliance
(D) Matching the power of one state against another
✅ Answer: (D) Matching the power of one state against another
👉 Balance of power prevents domination by any single state.
16. The chief instrument of foreign policy is:
(A) Elections
(B) Intelligence
(C) Diplomacy
(D) United Nations
✅ Answer: (C) Diplomacy
👉 Diplomacy is the main tool to manage relations among states.
17. Imperialism refers to:
(A) Rule by a monarchy
(B) Influence by one nation over another
(C) Mercantilism
(D) Superiority of one race over another
✅ Answer: (B) Influence by one nation over another
👉 Imperialism involves political, economic, or cultural domination.
18. Watergate scandal came to light in:
(A) 1973
(B) 1974
(C) 1975
(D) None of these
✅ Answer: (A) 1973
👉 The scandal forced U.S. President Richard Nixon to resign in 1974.
19. Who is known as the “Iron Lady”?
(A) Condoleezza Rice
(B) Margaret Thatcher
(C) Indira Gandhi
(D) None of these
✅ Answer: (B) Margaret Thatcher
👉 The UK’s first woman Prime Minister, 1979–1990.
20. French system of government is:
(A) Semi-Presidential
(B) Parliamentary
(C) Mixed
(D) None of these
✅ Answer: (A) Semi-Presidential
👉 The Fifth Republic (1958) introduced a semi-presidential system.
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Conclusion
The 2020 CSS Political Science Paper 2 MCQs tested knowledge on constitutions, political systems, revolutions, and international relations. Reviewing such questions with correct answers and explanations helps aspirants strengthen their memory and analytical skills. Consistent practice of past paper MCQs builds confidence and ensures better performance in the actual CSS exam.