Guiding principles of Islam form the basis of Pakistan Ideology. In other words, components of Pakistan ideology are in reality components of Islam. Muslims of the Indian subcontinent struggled to achieve Pakistan where they could live their lives as per Islamic teachings. This article discusses the components of the Pakistan Ideology and the status of…
Pakistan came into being in the name of Islam. Therefore, guiding principles of Islam i.e. equality, social justice, minority rights, etc. form components of Pakistan Ideology. This article discusses the components of the Pakistan ideology in light of Quranic verses and other Islamic literature. The sovereignty of Allah Almighty The Islamic concept of Sovereignty of…
This entry discusses the meaning of the term ‘ideology’ and its importance for a nation. You can also access a Powerpoint presentation and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in connection with the definition and significance of ideology at the end. What does the term ‘ideology’ mean? Word ‘ideo’ means Ideas. Word ‘logy’ means study, science….
This entry sheds light on the significance of Pakistan Studies as a subject in understanding the origin, creation, and development of Pakistan”. When and why Pakistan Studies was introduced as a separate subject? Pakistan Studies was introduced as a compulsory subject along with Islamiat at the Secondary and Higher Secondary level during the Bhutto regime…
This article discusses the strengths and issues in Pakistan-India relations. Brief Introduction India and Pakistan emerged as two independent states in 1947 as a result of the Partition of the Indian Subcontinent. With partition, the British rule in India came to an end. However, their departure in haste left behind serious issues that exist between…
Relations between the United States and Pakistan are characterized by both friendship and hostility because of the nature of their national interests and position in international politics. This article discusses the strengths and issues of Pak-US relations in detail. Strengths and Issues of Pak-US relations The description of the issues and strengths of Pak-US relations…
Urdu is the 21st largest language in the world with millions of its speakers in India, Pakistan, and other parts of the world. After the creation of Pakistan, Urdu assumed the role of the national language. This article discusses the reasons behind making Urdu the national language of Pakistan. Association with Muslims Urdu’s link to…
Pakistan is a multicultural country with Islam as the dominant religion. Consequently, a number of cultural and religious festivals are being celebrated with great fervor. This article presents a brief but comprehensive description of the major festivals of Pakistan. What is a festival? The term ‘festival’ refers to an event or day that a religious,…
This article describes the issues and strengths of Pakistan China relations in detail. The term ‘Strengths’ here refers to such factors which help foster better and closer relations. By the word, ‘issues’ means such factors which can cause the already relations to deteriorate or which act as a barrier in the establishment of good relations…
This article discusses the policies introduced by Nawaz Sharif and their impact on Pakistan. These reforms include the construction of the Lahore-Islamabad Motorway, Nuclear Tests in 1998, and the Shariat Bill passed by National Assembly. The reforms introduced in his last tenure as prime minister of Pakistan are not included in this discussion. Reforms Impact…