Depiction of Kashmir in Media: A Corpus Assisted Study of Pakistani and Indian Newspapers
This work deals with the use of adjectives in the depiction of Kashmir in Pakistani and Indian Newspapers. This study investigates the differences between Pakistani and Indian media with reference to the representation of the issue of Kashmir. For this purpose, a corpus of newspaper editorial articles from both Pakistani and Indian newspapers was compiled. The data was tagged with help of AntTag and was analyzed using AntConc software to see the differences between Pakistani and Indian newspapers with reference to the representation of Kashmir. The findings suggest that there is a lot of differences between Pakistani and Indian media with reference to the use of adjectives for the depiction of Kashmir. The findings also suggest that the depiction of Kashmir in both newspapers is biased and subjective.
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Corpus Linguistics, Indian Media, Pakistani Media, Analysis of Adjectives, Kashmir Issue
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(1) Athar Rashid
Assistant professor, Department of Governance & Public Policy, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Arshad Ali
Assistant professor, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Ameer Sultan
Lecturer, Department of English, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Women used as Weapons of War in Conflict Zones: A Case Study of Indian Held Kashmir Post 1990
This Qualitative in-depth study aimed to explore whether women are treated as a weapon of war in conflict zones. Women are exploited, and their feminity is used against them as a weapon, and Indian Army troops deployed in Indian occupied Kashmir are leaving no stone unturned to harm and disgrace the Kashmiri Community by raping and harassing their women. Women living in Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir are the main consideration. 11 in-depth interviews were conducted with the native Kashmiris living in Indian held Jammu and Kashmir. Ethno National Conflict theory was employed to further understand the entire scenario. Findings of the research study suggest that Kashmiris are suffering under the tranny and illegal oppression of the Indian army and the brutal policies. Women are indeed treated and ill-treated as a weapon of war in conflict zones like Kashmir, and ethnic cleansing has been a major goal of the India army in Indian held Kashmir.
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Women, Weapon of War, Conflict Zones, Indian Held Kashmir
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(1) Noor Ul Ain Nasir
Lecturer, School of Media and Communication Studies, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Haseeb ur Rehman Warrich
Associate Professor, Department of Arts and Media, Foundation University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Noshaba Nargis
Lecturer, Department of Mass Communication, GC University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
China-India Relations under Modi Regime and Pakistan's Concerns
China and India are rising powers of Asia. Both Asian giants have to adopt the policy of interdependence by growing economic ties; on the other side, they have a strict stance on border disputes. This article describes in detail the bilateral relationship between China-India, especially under the Modi doctrine, during his first term. Secondly, it also discusses the limitation of these growing ties and growing concerns for Pakistan. The basic argument of this article is that the growing economic interdependence will affect Pakistan, especially if this interdependence transfer from the economic to military dimension. The whole data is based on exploratory in nature. A qualitative research method has been used to achieve the research goals. Tools used for data collection include oral interviews and content analysis of the existing literature on the subject in the form of books, official reports and research articles. The relevant literature has been objectively analyzed to reach a meaningful conclusion.
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Asian Giants, China, Emerging Economies, India, Interdependence, Pakistan
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(1) Sabahat Jaleel
Lecturer, University of Engineering and Technology Taxila, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Shabnam Gul
Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Zahid Akbar
Ministry of Defence, Pakistan.
Human Rights Violations in Kashmir and the Role of the United Nations
Kashmir is primarily a territorial dispute between India and Pakistan. There is a substantial ideological component to the intentions of the two nation-states in this matter, which go beyond simple geopolitical or strategic considerations. The role of the United Nations (UN) in the face of human rights violations in Kashmir is the subject of this article. This article continues to cover the conflict in Kashmir between India and Pakistan. Hence, it highlights the significance of the UNs' involvement in the Kashmir conflict. The failure of UN resolutions on the Kashmir dispute and the Indian government's rejection of outside engagement are both extensively addressed. In Kashmir, the physical and emotional pain has resulted from the failure of the international community to protect human rights. The research concludes that India would never be able to find a lasting solution to the situation in Kashmir because there have been no significant political or economic repercussions on India as a result of the Kashmiri conflict.
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Human Rights Violation, Kashmir Issue, UN Role, India-Pakistan Conflict
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(1) Muhammad Imran
Assistant Professor, College of Law, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Ghulam Murtiza
Assistant Professor, College of Law, Government College University, Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Muhammad Sulyman Akbar
Advocate, High Court, Lahore High Court Bar Association, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Politics of Identity and Redrawing the State Boundaries in India: An Historical Perspective
This article will examine the idea of new states/provinces in India. How India created 16 new states on ethno-lingual, and other lines and accommodate the ethnic groups. The case study of India is focussing on the different factors; including constitutional setup and role of different political parties of India in making of the new state. The following three basic questions investigate the paper’s perspective. First; what has been the basis of demands for the creation of new states in India? Second; what are the main hurdles in the reorganization of state and what urged the redemarcation of states in India? Third; what has been the stance of political Parties about the creation of new states in Indian state?
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Re-demarcation, Subnationalism, Re-organization, Indian constitution, Ethnic, Identity Politics group, Indian states.
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(1) Muhammad Shoaib Malik
Assistant Professor,Department of Pakistan Studies, NationalUniversity of Modern Languages Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Azhar Mahmood Abbasi
Lecturer, Department of Pakistan Studies,National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Saima Gul
Lecturer, Department of International Relations, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan
Sino-Indian Engagement in Central Asia: Implications for Pakistan
Five Central Asian Republics (CARs) got independence in December 1991 as a result of the collapse of the USSR. Politically, economically, strategically and geographically Central Asia is regarded as the Heart of Asia. This region is the hub of the natural resources. It became a battle ground for the states which have interest in its hydrocarbon reserves. The paper examines the ongoing competition between China and India for the resources of Central Asia. Both of these countries are eyeing the huge potential of trade relations with this large market. They were also trying to create energy partnerships with the gas- and oil-rich region. This resulted in competition between the two countries inof the region. This article describes China and India as competitors in this region. As a neighbouring country, this engagement of China and India has serious implications for Pakistan.
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Central Asia, China, India, Natural Resources, Pakistan.
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(1) Quaid Ali
PhD Scholar, Department of Political Science, Hazara University Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Muhammad Ayaz Khan
Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science,Hazara University Mansehra, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Saima Gul
Lecturer,Department of International Relations, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
Development of Indo-Afghan Relations in Political Economic and Social Aspects Post 9/11 Scenario; Implication for Pakistan
Indo-Afghan relations are developing with accelerated pace post 9/11. Indian increasing involvement in Afghanistan is a matter of grave concern for Pakistan. Indian investment in Afghanistan aims; to minimize Pakistan’s influence in Afghanistan, to create a soft image of India in Afghanistan and to access Central Asian Republic’s markets through Afghanistan. India is so far being successful in all of its objectives. India is investing in political, economic and social sectors in Afghanistan and successful in creating a soft image of Indians in Afghans heart. Keeping in view this scenario, study of this situation was a good case. India, Pakistan and Afghanistan all three have many observations regarding each other and none of them accept it. Due to the physical presence of United States in Afghanistan for more than a decade, peace in the area is still a dream come true. Therefore, it was an interesting study to understand the dynamics of Indo-Afghan relations and its implications for Pakistan. Neo realism theory is applied in this study.
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Afghanistan, Economic, India, Investment, Pakistan, Political, Social
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(1) Sarwat Sultana Sami
PhD Research Scholar, IR & Politics Department, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Noor Fatima
Acting Chairperson, IR & Politics Department, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(3) Syed Ali Shah
Assistant Professor, Department of Pakistan Studies, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2017(II-II).01 10.31703/gssr.2017(II-II).01 Published : Dec 2017Pak-US Relations: Understanding of the Misunderstandings
This paper critically analyses the US and Pakistan relations in historical context and thereby comprehends the causes of misunderstandings between them, especially under the new administration of Donal Trump. Like other states in our world both Pakistan and USA have priorities to secure their national interests as both have their own way of protecting their interest in short, medium or long terms. The paper finds that unlike the US which makes a policy that focuses only on the current scenarios, Pakistan keeps in view the lessons from past betrayals from US and her future needs arising from her security issues related to her neighbours i.e. Afghanistan and India. Pakistan also fears Indian involvement in Afghanistan and the US support to India in Afghanistan in general and particularly in the region. Pakistan needs to understand US mistrust for rapid proliferation (even legal) to earn easy money to strengthen its weak economy. From the US perspectives, it strategy regarding Pakistan is no different from that of a major powers as she only focuses short terms objectives. USA needs to realize that the strategic location of Pakistan and the nuclear capability makes her an important country that bestows on her the right to be treated like medium power in the region. It not only about dealing with mutual misunderstandings related to realization of mutual concerns but it is also about peace, security and future of every sixth human being on earth who lives in the region or maybe its impacts can go far beyond to the whole world. Therefore, both Pakistan and the US need to address each other's concern and work on converging lines.
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Pakistan, United States of America, Afghanistan, Indian factor, Afghan War, Security, Nuclear proliferation.
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(1) Asghar Khan
Lecturer, Department of Regional Studies, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, Pakistan
(2) Ayaz Ahmad
Lecturer Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Mardan, Pakistan.
(3) Amjad Ali Dadda
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management, UK
Kashmir at Crossroad: The Partition's Unfinished Agenda
Independent dominions in shape of Pakistan and India emerged as result of partition on 14 August and 15 August 1947 respectively while the fate of over 500 princely states awaited decision. Due to overwhelming majority of Muslims, Jammu and Kashmir should have acceded to Pakistan. The hardness in Indian stance resulted in the two wars i.e. of 1965 and 1971 besides two limited wars of 1947-48 and 1999Kargil war. South Asia remained on the brink of war in 2002 standoff and the current escalations in Azad Kashmir. Contrarily, both Pakistan and India had agreed upon the United Nations resolutions, including, "the accession of the state of Jammu and Kashmir will be decided through free and impartial plebiscite under the auspices of United Nations". The Indian strategy was to gain time on the pretext that "Indians are superior to Pakistanis in military and industrial power therefore Pakistan would accept a settlement imposed by the Indians". Additional India pleaded that Pakistan had joined defence Pacts with west, so India moved away from the process of Plebiscite. Now, India wants to discuss only terrorism brushing aside the core issue of Kashmir. Resultantly, the people of Kashmir are at the mercy of despotic and tyrant Indian Forces and they are suffering the most. How long the innocent population of Kashmir will be looking to ask the world to come forward for an open hearted settlement of this long outstanding dispute? The situation may escalate into a nuclear flashpoint.
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Pakistan, Kashmir Issue, India, UNO, India, Cross Border Terrorism
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(1) Hikmat Afridi
Phd Scholar, Department of Politics & IR , International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan
(2) Manzoor Khan Afridi
Assistant Professor and HoD, Department of Politics & IR , International Islamic University Islamabad, Pakistan
(3) Ijaz Khalid
PhD Scholar and Demonstrator, Department of Political Science, AWKUM, Mardan, Pakistan
An Investigation of India's and Pakistan's Legal Systems through the Lens of Rule of Law
The rule of law furthers the goals of nationhood and peace throughout developmental processes. It's the bedrock of a free society, and democratic values are nothing more than a buzzword if the courts aren't entirely independent and the legislature and president don't treat them with the respect they deserve. Respect and autonomy thrive when one state institution may rein in the authority of another state institution (a phenomenon known as "horizontal accountability"). The principle of separation of powers among governmental authorities is essential to the rule of law. This paper will compare the rule of law in India and Pakistan, with a particular emphasis on the role of the judiciary in each country's legal system. It will also investigate the facts surrounding the question of whether or not governmental powers are constrained when it comes to protecting citizens' basic liberties. At the same time, the effects of a purely hypothetical version of the rule of law on its observance will be examined. The study will also compare and contrast the two nations' levels of representative government and the ease with which citizens may obtain civil justice.
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Rule of Law, Constitutionalism, Legal System, India and Pakistan
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(1) Saadat Ali Nadeem
PhD Scholar Department of Law, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Rao Imran Habib
Professor, Department of Law, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Malik Zia-ud-Din
Assistant Professor, Department of Law, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.