CSS 2023 Public Administration Paper

Define Public Administration. Distinguish between Public and Private Administration, highlighting the unique characteristics that differentiate the public sector.

Herbert Simon described 'Bounded Rationality' as the core of administrative decision-making. Explain this concept and its practical implications for public managers.

Discuss the significance of Human Resource Management (HRM) in the public sector. How does merit-based recruitment contribute to the efficiency of the civil service?

What is the importance of planning in Public Administration? Discuss the role and functions of the Planning Commission of Pakistan in national development.

Explain the role of the Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP) in ensuring financial accountability and transparency in the use of public funds.

Examine the evolution of Local Government systems in Pakistan. Why has the devolution of power remained a challenge for successive governments?

What are the core indicators of Good Governance as defined by the World Bank? Evaluate the status of governance in Pakistan based on these indicators.