Author: Athar Hussain

One Unit (1955-1970) | A threat to Federalism and the reaction of Sindh

Athar Hussain
One Unit 1955-1970 East Pakistan West Pakistan

Abstract Pakistan has been a multiethnic state with varieties of languages, cultures and living styles since its inception. In this perplexing nature, federalism was only optioned to keep people united. But that too was not acceptable to the ruling oligarchy, for a true form of federalism would pave the way for Bengali supremacy owing to their large population which consisted 55% of the whole population. So, in order to suppress them (Bengalis), the scheme of One Unit was proposed. The story of One Unit is known as dark pages in…

Anti-Politics Phenomenon and Pakistan

Athar Hussain
Anti-Politics Phenomenon and Pakistan personal opinion by Athar Hussain

Aristotle had once said, “Man is by nature a political animal.”  This quotation portrays the natural approach of individuals towards politics means politics can not be segregated from the lives of masses. Politics is the persuasion of interests through the art of bargaining. Moreover, it is an effort to secure one’s rights and values. Politics is an evolution of mental approach and understanding, for it prefers negotiation, cooperation, and peaceful means to resolve conflicts than hostile means of using violence. In developed countries, youth is highly encouraged to be part…

An analysis of Industrial Policies of Pakistan 1972-1977 | Bhutto Regime

Athar Hussain
An analysis of Industrial Policies of Pakistan 1972-1977 Bhutto regime

Abstract Economists and policymakers believe that industrialization guarantees economic growth and development. Additionally, industrial development has historically been very important to every state. The economy is directly proportional to wellbeing and political stability. So, industrialization is a prime factor in order to boost the economy up and to be in frontline for development. In this regard, initially, this paper aims at showing the historical development in the industry of Pakistan. Contemporarily, factors and policies are also analysed to know growth as per policies of 1972-1977 (after the separation of East…

Temple dilemma and Imran Khan government

Athar Hussain
personal opinion by Athar Hussain Hindu Temple dilemma and imran khan regime

Temple dilemma | Since the last months, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan regime deliberately is using religious elements to regain his loss of public mandate owing to his passive policies. So, following this narrative, his government in the previous month of June decided to allow and remove hurdles from constructing the Hindu temple in Islamabad Sector H-9/2. The step was taken in order to facilitate the Hindu community living in Islamabad so that they can perform their religious rituals. Being an Islamic state, the decision of constructing a temple in…