CSS 2022 Governance & Public Policies Paper

In developing countries with weak governance and accountability mechanisms, there is no such thing as 'public-private' partnerships, but in reality only 'private-private' partnerships. Discuss.

Without a presumption of confidentiality of government decision making and information, effective government is impossible. Discuss if you agree with this statement while highlighting Pakistan's experience with Freedom of Information Act.

The best approach to reduce corruption is a frontal assault on crooked officials and civil servants, with strong enforcement and severe penalties for corrupt behavior. Discuss if you agree while analyzing effectiveness of the Estacode and the code of ethics in Pakistan.

Political science uses a variety of conceptual models to help explain political life and public policy. Compare and contrast the public choice theory and game theory in the context/experience of public policy making in Pakistan.

While critically analyzing Pakistan's experience with local government reform over the years, highlight the lessons that can be learned from success stories of local government reforms in other developing countries by Pakistan.