Rapid urbanisation can create opportunities as well as several risks
Ghulam Ishaq Khan’s term as president became a game of musical chairs for prime ministers
The degrading human rights situation in Pakistan is a serious concern
The politics of agitation has been a favourite medium of religiopolitical parties.Will it work this time?
While religiopolitical parties underperformed in some places in the recent elections, they seem to be making inroads in others
A quick return to routine adherence with democratic norms is necessary
There had been a surge in judicialisation of politics due to suo moto actions
Active involvement of citizens and dynamic election campaigns are important to mobilise people for their social, economic and political rights
Democracy depends on the successful completion of electoral cycles
Two short letters led to significant instability and brutal wars in regions deeply affected by conflict
