Politics in Pakistan 1958 -1999: An Analysis

Authors

  • Miss Atia Amber M.Phil Pakistan Study
  • Miss Naseeba Bibi M.Phil Pakistan Studies

Keywords:

Pakistan, Politics, Martial Law, Parties, MRD

Abstract

This analytical study is a brief discussion about the politics of Pakistan during the last half of the twentieth century. Pakistan as a post-colonial state faced several political and constitutional problems after its emergence. The political ups and downs are also very remarkable as the enforcement of Martial law and the downfall of Eat Pakistan challenged the autonomy and sovereignty of the country. T he study focuses the role army, politicians and different aspects of Pakistani politics which remained unstable due to non-constitutional attitude especially the involvement of undemocratic forces. The article explores and highlights the politics and related events of this era

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Published

2025-03-31

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Amber, M. A. ., & Bibi, M. N. . (2025). Politics in Pakistan 1958 -1999: An Analysis. Al Khadim Research Journal of Islamic Culture and Civilization, 6(1), 114–127. Retrieved from https://www.arjicc.com/index.php/arjicc/article/view/385