"What led us down the road to perdition?”
nāhaq ham majbūroñ par ye tohmat hai muḳhtārī kī
chāhte haiñ so aap kareñ haiñ ham ko abas badnām kiyā
ناحق ہم مجبوروں پر یہ تہمت ہے مختاری کی
چاہتے ہیں سو آپ کریں ہیں ہم کو عبث بدنام کیا
میر تقی میر
(The slander of dominion was unjustly pushed upon us. We know that you do as you please but you have needlessly defamed us.)
The purpose of this exercise (in futility) is to encourage readers to consider the circumstances that lead to this unfavorable scenario. A number of factors (actions or decisions) have contributed to this negative trajectory or self-destructive approach.
The current state of flux and the belief that every day is worse than the one before are also elements specific to Pakistan. These causes can be linked to a number of national blunders that were made. The following are some crucial elements that have pushed Pakistan towards damnation:
Political Instability:
The country's progress has been hampered by frequent changes in political leadership and flimsy governance systems. Infighting in artificially generated and falsely formed political parties, corruption by powerful individuals sans accountability, and a lack of long-term thinking has bred uncertainty and impeded efficient policymaking making it a haven for the political and other elite and consequently turning into an inferno for the masses.
سیاسی قیادت میں متواتر تبدیلیوں اور کمزور حکمرانی کے نظام کی وجہ سے ملک کی ترقی میں رکاوٹ پیدا ہوئی ہے۔ مصنوعی طور پر بنائی گئی اور غلط طریقے سے بنائی گئی سیاسی جماعتوں میں لڑائی، احتساب کے بغیر طاقتور افراد کی بدعنوانی، اور طویل المدتی سوچ کی کمی نے غیر یقینی صورتحال کو جنم دیا ہے اور موثر پالیسی سازی میں رکاوٹ ڈالی ہے اور اسے سیاسی اور دیگر اشرافیہ کے لیے پناہ گاہ بنا دیا ہے اور نتیجتاً یہ عوام کے لیے ایک جہنم میں تبدیل ہو گیا ہے۔
Military Dominance:
There have been instances of military rule and meddling in domestic matters in Pakistan. This has damaged democratic institutions and caused power inequalities. Military operations have frequently hampered the emergence of robust democratic standards, damaged civilian authority, and disturbed governance.
Regional Conflicts and Terrorism:
Regional conflicts have plagued Pakistan, particularly the ongoing hostilities with India and the Afghan conflict. In addition to depleting national resources, these conflicts have stoked sectarian violence, internal unrest, and terrorism. The social fabric and development of Pakistan have suffered as a result of its participation in proxy wars.
Economic Challenges:
Pakistan has faced economic mismanagement, which includes high levels of corruption, budget deficits, and insufficient investment in vital fields like infrastructure, healthcare, and education. Inequalities in wealth and a lack of long-term economic planning have fueled social injustice and continued poverty.
Extremism and Radicalization:
Due to the presence of numerous militant groups within its borders, Pakistan has had to deal with issues relating to extremism and radicalization. In the past, the state has supported some extremist groups in an effort to further its strategic goals, but this backing has backfired and increased internal security risks.
Social and Sectarian Divisions:
Pakistan is a multicultural country with many different linguistic, racial, and religious groupings. Unfortunately, these distinctions have frequently been used for political gain, which has caused rifts and hostilities. The harsh climate brought on by sectarian violence and discrimination makes it difficult to maintain national unity and social cohesiveness.
Educational System:
Pakistan's educational system's quality has long been a source of concern. Human capital development has been hampered by limited access to high-quality education, poor facilities, out-of-date curricula, and a lack of emphasis on critical thinking. This has slowed economic expansion and added to societal problems.
A thorough and well-thought-out strategy for all, not just the privileged few, is needed to address these problems aimed at bolstering democratic institutions, establishing political stability, encouraging economic growth, battling extremism, enhancing the educational system, and cultivating social harmony. To overcome these obstacles and guide Pakistan towards a more prosperous and secure future, political leaders, civic society, and the general public must work together.
