Pakistan: The Politics of the Misgoverned

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the political institutions, military establishment, and political parties in Pakistan, focusing on disenfranchisement by theocratic governments and challenging issues such as the dominance of the military, economic development, lack of accountability, sectarianism, and terrorism. It offers fresh perspectives on the multifaceted problems in Pakistan's politics and is of interest to policy practitioners, academics, and students of politics, law, governance, sociology, international relations, comparative politics, Pakistan studies, and South Asia studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of political institutions, the military establishment, and political parties in Pakistan, offering a nuanced understanding of the practices of disenfranchisement by theocratic governments that have relegated the people to the margins of society. Spanning a vast political history, the volume provides a detailed account of national politics, foreign policy, and their interplay with subnational systems of governance, the criminal justice system, bureaucracy, the electoral system, and the police. It addresses pressing issues plaguing the country, including the enduring dominance of the military, sluggish economic development, lack of accountability within political institutions, sectarianism, and terrorism. The author critically examines Pakistan's hegemonic politics and emphasizes the urgent need for a new social contract based on principles of inclusiveness and equality.

The book offers fresh perspectives on the multifaceted problems in Pakistan's politics, making it an invaluable resource for policy practitioners, academics, and students of politics, law, governance, sociology, international relations, comparative politics, Pakistan studies, and South Asia studies. By examining the state of political institutions, the military establishment, and political parties in Pakistan, this book sheds light on the complex web of factors that shape the country's political landscape and its challenges. It provides valuable insights into the processes of disenfranchisement, the role of the military in governance, and the dynamics of political parties and their influence on public policy.

Furthermore, the book explores the historical roots of Pakistan's political institutions and their evolution over time. It examines the impact of colonialism, the influence of the United States, and the emergence of Islamist movements on the country's political landscape. The volume also discusses the challenges faced by Pakistan in achieving economic development, addressing social inequality, and combating terrorism.

Through its comprehensive analysis, this book offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of Pakistan's politics and provides a roadmap for addressing the country's pressing issues. It serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the political complexities of Pakistan and its role in regional and global affairs.

Weight: 378g
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367348380