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Pakistan Studies - (UR-220) (HND): Course Content

Pakistan Studies is a field of study that integrates various social science disciplines, such as history, geography, anthropology, economics, political science, and sociology, to examine Pakistan's culture, history, and development.

Course Outline

Historical Perspective
a. Ideological rationale with special reference to Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, Allama Muhammad Iqbal and Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
b. Factors leading to Muslim separatism
c. People and Land
i. Indus Civilization
ii. Muslim advent
iii. Location and geo-physical features.
2. Government and Politics in Pakistan
Political and constitutional phases:
a. 1947-58
b. 1958-71
c. 1971-77
d. 1977-88
e. 1988-99
f. 1999 onward
3. Contemporary Pakistan
a. Economic institutions and issues
b. Society and social structure
c. Ethnicity
d. Foreign policy of Pakistan and challenges
e. Futuristic outlook of Pakistan

Course Description and Learning Outcomes

Course Descriptions:
The Pakistan Studies course offers an in-depth exploration of Pakistan's history, culture,
geography, and political landscape. Students will examine the nation's founding, key historical
events, and contemporary issues shaping its development. The course aims to foster a deeper
understanding of Pakistan's national identity and its role in the global context.
Introduction/Objectives
•Develop vision of historical perspective, government, politics, contemporary Pakistan, ideological background of Pakistan.
•Study the process of governance, national development, issues arising in the modern age and posing challenges to Pakistan.