The writer is Professor in the faculty of Liberal Arts at the Beaconhouse National University, Lahore
In The Clash of Civilisations, Samuel Huntington argues that the fundamental sources of conflict in the post-Cold War world will no longer be...
Religion has long played a pivotal role in shaping human affairs, influencing social structures, cultural practices, and historical events. It...
Structural reform refers to profound changes in the underlying structure of an economy or society, aimed at improving long-term growth, efficiency...
T he environmental degradation of our planet is the most pressing existential threat to humanity today. The causes of this...
Recently, the rhetoric and actions of some prominent leaders including US president-elect Donald Trump and Tesla CEO and Trump’s political...
P eace is a deeply cherished value, one that transcends the bounds of time, culture and belief. It is the beacon towards which humanity...
I t is often said that all Pakistan’s problems can be traced back to the flawed policies and self-serving nature of its politicians. There...
The year 2024 has been marked by significant events across the globe, shaping political, economic and social landscapes, with particular importance...
The socio-cultural landscape of South Asia, once a vibrant tapestry of interwoven identities and shared traditions, has dramatically transformed...
A call for civil disobedience has been issued recently by former prime minister Imran Khan. An informed debate on the subject requires proper...
The phrase maan jaisi riyasat reflects a paternalistic view of the state, portraying it as an institution that nurtures, protects and prioritises...
A hybrid regime is a political system that combines democratic and authoritarian elements, where elections are held and governments permit some...
Freedom is a foundational and contested concept in political philosophy, shaping the evolution of democratic systems and struggles for individual...
The smog that has engulfed central Punjab, particularly Lahore and Multan, has reached perilous levels, creating a severe public health and...
P rimary education is a crucial foundation for human resource development in underdeveloped countries like Pakistan, as it equips children...
The social history of knowledge examines how knowledge is produced, shared and understood in various societal contexts over time. This field...
T he term neo-colonial polity refers to a contemporary form of governance where the structural and institutional legacies of colonialism...
Political action can be broadly defined as any activity aimed at influencing the policies, decisions or behaviour of a governing body or political...
The concept of freedom has evolved significantly over the centuries, shaped by philosophical, political and social movements. Eric Fromm’s The...
F rederic Jameson, a distinguished leftist literary critic and theorist born on April 14, 1934, passed away on September 22 at the age of 90. He...
