Explanation

• According to Auguste Comte, the first stage of society is the Theological Stage.

It is the earliest stage in his Law of Three Stages theory.

1. Theological Stage → Religion & gods
2. Metaphysical Stage → Abstract ideas & philosophy
3. Positive Stage → Science & facts

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• The concepts “Social Statics” and “Social Dynamics” were given by Auguste Comte.
• He is known as the Father of Sociology.
• Social Statics studies society’s stability and structure.
• Social Dynamics studies society’s change and development over time.

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Explanation

• The four essential elements of a state are territory, population, government, and sovereignty.
• Sovereignty means the supreme authority to govern without external control.

Additional information:

Examples of sovereign states:

1. Pakistan
2. China
3. United States
4. Saudi Arabia
5. Turkey

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Explanation

• During the Stone Age in Sindh, people used stone tools for hunting, cutting, and daily tasks.
• Hand axes were made by chipping stones to form sharp edges suitable for hunting animals.
• This period is called the Stone Age because stones were the primary material for tools.

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Explanation

• Symbols on a map represent real-world objects such as buildings, roads, trees, rivers, and other features.

Types of symbols:

1. Point symbols: Trees, wells, monuments
2. Line symbols: Roads, rivers, railways
3. Area symbols: Parks, lakes, residential zones

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Explanation

The fundamental duties of a citizen are responsibilities every individual must follow to ensure a lawful and orderly society.

1. Respect Public Property: Helps maintain public facilities and resources.
2. Pay Taxes: Provides funds for national development and public services.
3. Obey Law: Ensures peace, security, and social order.

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Explanation

• Ceramics is the art that involves making functional pottery as well as sculptural works.

Additional information:

• Materials Used: Clay, porcelain, earthenware, stoneware.
• Applications: Pottery, tiles, artistic sculptures, decorative objects.
• Significance: Combines artistic expression with functional use.

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• Cultural heritage refers to the traditions, monuments, customs, and values that are passed down through generations.

Additional information:

• Tangible Heritage: Monuments, historical buildings, artifacts.
• Intangible Heritage: Customs, Traditions, Songs, dances, rituals, traditional knowledge.

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Explanation

• A system of government in which people choose their leaders by voting is called a Democracy.
• It allows citizens to participate in decision-making and ensures government accountability.
• Famous Examples: United States, India, Pakistan, Germany, Canada.

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Explanation

• In a democratic society, the media monitors government actions to ensure transparency and accountability.
• It informs citizens about policies, corruption, and public issues.
• Acts as a bridge between the government and people.

Last verified on 10-02-2026