Extremism in Pakistan

• Extremism and present gloomy scenario of bloodshed
• Uncontrolled violence and implications on the society
• Historical fault lines contributing to this ‘madness’
• Wrong interpretation of Islamic teachings
• Adverse consequences of growing ‘menace’
• Weak political leadership and foreign intervention
• Pragmatic solutions to answer the complex theories
• Need of the hour………. Conclusion

Extremism, “The actions or ideologies of individuals or groups to intensify the situation for gaining some political, religious, social and ethnic advantage or superiority to make others agree on some distinct objective by violating common moral standards” .The fundamental contributions it has made to the country which is already deprived of indispensable stabilities, made the institutions weaker. Uncontrolled violence has had harsh impact on the society ultimately resulting in the form of talibanization, army operations and human rights violations. This gives an opportunity to media to steal the country’s show by sensationalizing events of nature alike. Historical fault lines which have contributed in this madness were several ranging from corruption, poverty and illiteracy to misguidance of Islamic teachings. The adverse consequences of the growing menace has not only portrayed worst image of Pakistan internationally but also invited foreign intervention as threat to nuclear program. The human and financial capital loss, deterioration of democratic system, terrorism and weaker central government are also few images it has developed. These complex theories can be answered to provide much awaited pragmatic solutions by strong parliament, provincial autonomy, economic developments and positive media debate. The need of the hour is to realize the individual as well as collective responsibility and work to harmonize this destructive which will throw Pakistan out of the Glob ultimately.

Pakistan is suffering from fierce crisis which has developed as extremism to be true. The current scenario which shows frequent army operations like Swat, Malakand and Waziristan has distorted the lives of citizens. This so called talibanization has been so dangerous foe Pakistan that it challenges our sovereignty and nationhood. The violations of human rights have definitely shown the real faces of dangerous people living in the shelter of innocent Pakistanis. The migrations of large scale added fuel to the crisis by rousing message of another crisis. Media is the auditor of the country’s internal and external moves but it has sensationalized every happening so far, which do not provide any solution to extremism but invite more problems.

There is no one who can guarantee that the generations which are near to raise their voices, will not be alike. If most of the literate and mature people know the reality, the rest will be affected by the misinterpretations created out of extremist coups. These can be in the form of sympathy, help, followers or support in any form. The looming adversity will not solve any matter unless properly addressed. Because this practice if remained isolated, will urge more capacity to drown the already affected institutions of Pakistan.

Historical fault lines have been contributing to this madness. There have been many factors that became causes to extremism since independence. But they grew into worst shape in recent years due to factors like military takeovers and one man policies. Pakistan has suffered many long military spells which have participated in the movement that leads Pakistan from developing nation to underdeveloped nation. With the burden of heavy deficits and debts, wrong policies, mismanagement and vacuum of political leadership, the result are poverty, corruption, illiteracy and disable governments. However, illiteracy will not let people understand the reality of present scenario but it will commiserate the extremist wars.

In the era of cold war, USA used Jihadi organizations against Soviet Union for its political objectives to turn it into Russia. This selfish reality which USA observed at that time, has made Pakistan pay heaviest price in the form of many destroyed colonies, hospitals, schools, cities and even lives. Because Pakistan is a frontline state in the wage of ‘War on terror’. The organizations such as Taliban, Alqaeda and many others ultimately appeared to be known as terrorist organizations. The west hegemony against Muslim world started just after it had achieved its political objectives at the end of cold war. Now it has a long debate and school of thought that who the real terrorists and extremists are.

Is USA fighting against extremists or producing them?

The interpretation of Ulemas has disturbed the harmony in which Islam was being taught, observed, preached and learnt. Madrassahs have been blamed as they produced Jihadi organizations which are real terrorists. This difference in the way of teachings and following Islam has roused the ravaged situation as blood coup. Muslims have divided themselves in sectarian groups Pakistan and they have developed organizations fighting against each other. Shia-Sunni tussle is the biggest example which took thousands of lives, only weakening the internal strength of Pakistan without any privileges. It has nothing to do with the foreign involvement but internal racial obsessions are no more than great enemies of society


The adverse consequences of growing menace has not only portrayed the worst image of Pakistan internationally but also invited foreign intervention in Pakistan as a strong threat to Nuclear Program. The democracy is wiped out by the impact of extremism because it brings disability to the system. Provincial disputes such as Balochistan Crisis forced Pakistan to change its policies towards internal issues before dismemberment turns out to be. Aghaz-e-Haqooq-e-Balochistan Package was the offer in return to address few grievances. Provinces keep hatred against each other despite powerful central authority. The concurrent list has yet to be abolished due to which its is reluctant to be seen any provincial autonomy. The frequency of the daily suicide attacks and target killing that has resulted in the ultimate human and financial capital loss. Foreign investors are not ready to invest due to adverse and incompetent circumstances in Pakistan. The leaders in parliament have joined hands with each other to grasp foreign aids and taxes into their personal accounts and deteriorate this system further.

Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari are two side of the same coin. There is no difference between them at all. (PTI Chairman, Imran Khan)

Current leadership has failed to address the controversial issues in Pakistan. It has lost public faith if any. The statements from cabinet and their foreign counter parts have nothing similar, which proves the fallacy being played publicly. The recent issue of Backwater (which is a notorious organization of retired American intelligence bureaus pertained to promote terrorism) has been raised by many media giants since half an year but Federal Interior Minster denied the possibility of Backwater continuously by saying


But Robert Gates, an American Secretary of Defense completely contrasted the statement and confirmed Backwater in Pakistan. This is one of the example of incompetent, inefficient and dishonest government. That’s why a geat leader said;

Nearly all men stand adversity but if you really want to test a man’s character, give him power (Winston Churchill)

These complex theories can be answered by providing much awaited pragmatic solutions. Pakistan badly needs a strong parliament which respects independent judiciary and provides provinces with autonomy. For the eradication of extremists’ elements from grass root level, the madrassah reforms should be initiated. Cultural development programs should be promoted so that inter-provincial harmony and consensus may be obtained. The government of Pakistan should set examples of good governance so that people are no more deprived of their basic necessities of life. It should deal with its internal issues more importantly to integrate the country. Sectarianism needs to come to an end if government is serious about religious tolerance. USA should revise its policy because extra interventions into Pakistan’s internal affairs have already damaged public faith. Foreign debts are to be paid and deficits will diminish. There should be reforms to accelerate the process foreign investment. The economic development will produce more literate people with lesser probability to increase extremist culture.


The local as well as foreign media debate should be positive with a view to help government to solve the problems rather to nullify the situation by excessive emphasis. Because media transforms the public opinion, that’s why it has big role to play in the development of Pakistan.

Is it the extremists or media that bolw the things up. (Loesj)

The propagandas culture need to be vanished with good journalism ethics because these are pivotal intermediaries between public and its representative government.

The need of the hour is to realize the individual as well as collective responsibilities to sooth a society by providing good governance, honest and integrating institutions and sincerity of objectives .extremism comes out those nation which are surrounding by mountains of problems which surely exist in Pakistan .but if collective consensus and freedom of rights comes into reality, both the terrorism and extremism will find no more place in country like Pakistan because;

A terrorist has no nationality faith, religion and cast, he is just selfish by his concerned task which he has to do.

Society will come and go but the basic issues, facts and aspects will remain in society. These vital unresolved and complex matters need attention to illustrate the image of better Pakistan .it is up to all of us to contribute and play a role in social cause. Isn’t it?


words = 2000
my first attempt
i would be highly obliged if you will point out some mistakes
m waiting!!
Regards

Dear,,u have really a nice attemp.u seem to know the techniques of writing an essay,,but still u would rather further add some informative points in ur essay.

Dear Rishzzz,

Your essay is grammatically sound, I hardly spotted any grammar mistakes, I would recommend that you use the word 'ethnicity' rather than 'racial' as it will be more suitable in the context given.

In terms of content, I would urge you to pay more attention to the content of your essay. Your essay paints a very grim picture of Pakistan, therefore, it is in conformity with bigotry. It is not a good idea to criticize every organ of the state, I am not saying that you are incorrect in your criticism but your ideas/views do not constitute as constructive criticism, rather they are incomplete and prejudiced.

Please note that we do have independent judiciary, not all politicians are busy screwing the common people, and work is being done to promote inter-provincial harmony. I can provide examples if necessary to prove my point.

An essay is a discussion, a thought process showing both sides of the argument, and you should only give your opinion in the conclusion, your essay is radiating with personal opinions which according to me are not completely found on proof or certainty.

Last thing I would like to point out, please re-consider the use of quotations as I find them inappropriately placed. Imran Khan is not an authority on the subject, hence it will be foolish to give any importance to his quotation, using his quotes is a fallacy itself, and it should be avoided.

Your expression is excellent but I found your thought process ineffective, please pay more attention to the content, further elaborate on arguments, add balance to your essay to enhance the quality.

Further analysis and suggestion can be provided on request;

Disclaimer: All feedback given by me is provided in good faith. I am not trying to discourage anyone by criticizing their work. Criticism is intended for purposes of constructive analysis with the aim of improving the quality of work. If you find my exercise futile then you may ignore it.

Nice attempt....
but don't u think u mostly took "extremism" as "terrorism" they are different of course, terrorism a way of extremism.
and i also feel the causes of this problem are not discussed fully. like diverse culture of Pakistan. especially the making of Pakistan population (demography its called i guess),pathans, baloch, punjabi, sindhi muhajirs and their culture and thinking process, the failure of governments to bring all population in one national stream.

Just my opinion..(jitney mounh utni baaten)

its easy to point out mistakes but tough to produce better than that.

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"The only necessary thing for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."
--Edmund Burke (1729-1797)

im extremely thankful dear!!


WHOLE HEARTED Thanx to u dear vicky
actually it was my 1st attempt to write any essay as for as css is concerned....
Yeah i knew this whille i was writing this essay that few quotes from politicians like imran khan and interior minster will not give gud impression but i was short of quotations as i have just started preparation of essay and precis cz of tuf n buziest schedule in covering others

Yet there is no excuse
you rightly pointed out mistakes.....like i cricticised more than giving a balanced overview....i ll work on it in my next essay.

Well my only query was to seek the level of expression i can put on paper without any information.....N thanks for encouragement

i would highly appreciate if u ll chek out my precises of past papers which im trying to post to get a view on my mistakes and work them out

Regards

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no dear you're right i ve missed this point
actually my method of producing an essay is slightyly different
i jot down points in rough as outline and when i did it
all of them were relevant but point were almost 16.....so its very tuff for you to put that much of material in one essay....so when i start writing on my answer sheet i try to make a compact and mature outline which shud have sm suspense instead of wrtiting all the points in the start.....ppl may differ with this opinion
although i could have but time factor is already their

i beleive v ll have to take critics seriosly if v want to make an effective show
i think i shud have added mahajir, ethnic, constitutional,and many other dispute related issues which were causes......i wanted to discuss culture of the northern areas like swat malakand which have been blamed for these menaces.....but cud not i.a will take it seriosly
Thanx

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Dear Rishzzz,

I am always happy to help, share my experience and view point with others, my only concern is that sometimes people don't take criticism to well so I always think twice before posting, last thing I would want is someone indirectly intimidating me.

I would advise please read other essays, practice as much as you can, read good books on the art of writing an essay to improve. Believe me, it took about 12 years for me to understand what an essay is and how to write one effectively, so the moral of the story is that you should keep working hard!

Keep up the good work, and all the best for the future

i m thankful to you dear
n i ll be as well, n i never mind even if ppl criticize me infront me. i simply accept them as my mistakes even if it is as minor to neglect it......
Im reading buks but im only lacking practice as i tried to sum it up in 2.30 hours in which 45 mins of rough work was included.....
the mistakes you found are on very qualitative ground and i ll be obliged if you ll further add to my knowledge pointing out my mistakes and giving more tips

Regards

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@vicky786

dear I'm very sorry and a bit disappointed as well that it went that way. the fact is i was busy in writing my own feedback when u posted, so although by sequence of time my post was after your's but in fact I didn't check your comments b4 posting my comments.
In fact as you mentioned we have to be very careful while giving feedback or criticizing something because most people take it negative. i wrote that thing only to intimidate my self. and that were written only to neutralize my own criticize of some points in the essay.

Again I'm very sorry for that and i Want to assure you that i didn't read your comments b4 posting my own comments and that my remarks were pointed to myself only not to every one else and the purpose was only to minimize the bitter effect of criticism.

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"The only necessary thing for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."
--Edmund Burke (1729-1797)

I wrote the above post only because i though what Vicky meant by saying "intimidating indirectly"
What i understood from those points is vicky was pointing to me for intimidating him indirectly. if he didn't mean that what i understood. then obviously the above post is useless.

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"The only necessary thing for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."
--Edmund Burke (1729-1797)