KARACHI:
Since independence, Pakistan has been constantly embroiled in social, political, and economic turmoil. Quaid-e-Azam’s early demise prevented the country from fully implementing democracy and materialising the founder’s vision. The weak foundations of the political structure have led to constant political upheavals and violations of the Constitution.
After nearly three decades of independence, Pakistan got its ossified constitution under the leadership of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. The third constitution made Pakistan a parliamentary state where all political powers were bestowed upon the prime minister. Under the constitution, checks and balances were introduced and a federal system was established under which the government should govern. Nevertheless, the Constitution of 1973 Pakistan has always been challenged and a spate of amendments was introduced to revitalise democracy. It is a fortune to still see it on paper without being thoroughly obliterated. It would not be amiss to say that Pakistan has never been able to ramp up and promote democratic culture.
Since Pakistan’s inception, political parties have never shown any cordial approach towards each other. They gerrymander the state for their fishy motives, which ultimately harm the prosperity and comity of the country. Our leaders consider their opponents as enemies. Such unremitting hatred in the political arena does not bring prosperity and instead brews hatred among their supporters as well. Political stability is crucial for the prosperity and development of the country. All political parties are well-aware of the myriad issues facing the country. These issues threaten the country’s sovereignty and stability and need to be addressed through mutual understanding and cooperation among political parties. Our leaders need to reassess their priorities and work for the betterment of the country and the masses.
Nasrullah Khadim
Kandhkot
Published in The Express Tribune, December 11th, 2022.
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