FRALITY, THY NAME IS WOMEN I. Introduction William Shakespeare’s renowned play “Hamlet” unveils a realm where characters grapple with inner turmoil and moral complexities. Among the many poignant lines, one stands out starkly: “Frailty, Thy Name is Woman.” Uttered by the protagonist, Hamlet, this phrase encapsulates a sentiment that echoes through the ages, inviting a […]

THE CREATION OF NEW PROVINCES IN PAKISTAN: IMPLICATIONS FOR AN INTEGRATED COUNTRY I. Introduction A. Brief overview of Pakistan’s current provincial structure Pakistan’s current provincial setup encompasses Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan, each contributing uniquely to the nation’s economy and culture. Punjab stands as the most populous and economically influential, while Balochistan, despite its

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PROMOTION OF TAX CULTURE IN PAKISTAN: PERSPECTIVE, PROSPECT AND CHALLENGES I. Introduction A. Definition of Tax Culture Tax culture refers to the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of a society or community towards paying taxes. B. Importance of Tax Culture in Economic Development Highlighting the role of taxes in funding infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other public

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CRISES OF GOOD GOVERNANCE IN PAKISTAN: NEED FOR REFORMS AND INSTITUTION BUILDING I. Introduction A. Definition of good governance: Explaining its components such as transparency, accountability, rule of law, and effective institutions B. Explanation of the governance crisis in Pakistan: Highlighting historical and contemporary issues C. Thesis statement: Stating the urgency for comprehensive reforms and

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THE PLACE OF URDU IN PAKISTAN AND THE SUPREME COURT’S RULING ON MAKING URDU THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THE COUNTRY   I. Introduction A. Definition of Urdu as a language: Urdu, a blend of Persian, Arabic, and indigenous languages, is the national language of Pakistan, with deep historical roots. B. Importance of language in national

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WATER CRISES AND NATIONAL UNITY: PAKISTAN’S PERSPECTIVE 1. Introduction A. Emergence of Pakistan as an integrated country Pakistan’s emergence as an integrated nation stemmed from shared aspirations transcending cultural, ethnic, and regional differences, solidifying through a collective commitment to a unified national identity and purpose. Its formation in 1947 brought together diverse communities under a

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WE HAVE TO LEARN TO BE OUR BEST FRIENDS, BECAUSE WE FALL TOO EASILY INTO THE TRAP OF BEING OUR OWN WORST ENEMIES I. Introduction A. Definition of the concept: Being one’s own best friend vs. worst enemy; Befriending yourself: Imagine a sunbeam illuminating your flaws, not burning them. Embrace self-compassion, cheer your wins, and

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MAN IS BORN FREE BUT EVERYWHERE HE IS IN CHAINS I. Introduction The assertion that “Man is born free but everywhere he is in chains” encapsulates the perplexing dichotomy between innate freedom and the myriad of constraints imposed by society, politics, economics, and even personal psychology. This essay seeks to explore this paradox by examining

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I. Introduction The Present era is termed as the age of globalization and has seen the rise of neo-colonialism. Global North on account of economic might and technological superiority – is increasingly using various instruments of globalization to control the economy, polity and social processes of the developing world. II. Defining Key Variables A. Globalization:

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