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Muhammad Amir Rana
Muhammad Amir Rana

The author is director at the Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS), an independent think tank based in Islamabad.

  • Qadri's movement: A response to the rise of Deobandi groups?

    Qadri's movement: A response to the rise of Deobandi groups?

    Will Qadri's emergence lead to sectarian balance or confrontation?

  • At the centre of extremism

    At the centre of extremism

    Pakistani madrassas feature prominently in the debate on extremism -- they are perceived as a crucial medium for promoting extreme religious,...

  • Propaganda tools

    Propaganda tools

    There are 82 sectarian organisations operating in Pakistan, out of which 22 are involved in violent sectarian activities and five have or had close...

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