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01 - Examining Political Representation of Women in Pakistan through Liberal Feminist

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).01
10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).01      Published : Sep 2023

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    Despite comprising half of Pakistan's population, women face significant hurdles in political engagement due to entrenched gender inequality and patriarchal structures. Despite measures like quotas, genuine participation remains limited. Liberal feminist theory advocates for addressing the root causes of gender disparity, advocating for gender-inclusive politics by removing institutional barriers.... Details

    Women, Political Participation, Election, Gender Gap, Liberal Feminist

    (1) Sahera Khatoon
    PhD Scholar, Centre for South Asian Studies University, Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Abdul Majid
    Professor, Centre for South Asian Studies University, Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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02 - Role of Informal Institutions in Climate Change Adaptive and Mitigative Measures

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).02
10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).02      Published : Sep 2023

Abstract

    This research delves into the significant role of informal institutions, notably the Ashar movement and the Jirga, in addressing climate change adaptation and mitigation. Operating within traditional frameworks for conflict resolution, these structures play a vital role in fostering societal harmony and environmental stewardship. Focusing on Baluchistan, Pakistan, where the Ashar movement originat... Details

    Climate Change, Mitigation, Informal Institution, Ashar Movement, Jirga System

    (1) Muhammad Farhan
    Mphil Scholar, Department of International Relations, University of Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Sheeba Irfan
    PhD, South Asian Studies, University of Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Hassan Taj
    Mphil Scholar, Department of International Relations, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
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03 - A Disability Survey of Restaurants in Lahore

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).03
10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).03      Published : Sep 2023

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    The built environment in Pakistan has historically neglected to accommodate people with physical disabilities and continues to do so with no consideration for the severe limitations of such citizens. May they be restaurants, shopping centers, bus-stops, public-lavatories, there is no way for the handicapped to independently access these facilities. To demonstrate this issue in detail, a survey of ... Details

    Disability, Accessibility, Inclusivity, Universal Design, Restaurants, Public Spaces, Design for All

    (1) Muhammad Taimur Sarwar
    Associate Professor, COMSATS Universit.y, Islamabad, Pakistan
    (2) Shua Tahir
    Lecturer, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Amina Muntaqa
    Lecturer, COMSATS University, Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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04 - Fostering a Sense of Belonging among Pakistani Youth: An Exploration of Cultural

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).04
10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).04      Published : Sep 2023

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    This paper explores the complex relationship between Pakistani identity and cultural legacy in the framework of Mohsin Hamid's "The Reluctant Fundamentalist," with an emphasis on helping young people feel like they belong. The research tries to explore the manner in which the story navigates the challenges of cultural identity in a globalized society by drawing on sociocultural theories, especiall... Details

    Pakistani Cultural Heritage, Sense of Belonging, Hybridity, Third Space, Othering

    (1) Muhammad Iqbal
    Department of English, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
    (2) Rizwana Ahmad
    MPhil Scholar, Institute of Southern Punjab, Multan, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Umair
    Lecturer, Department of English, University of Layyah, Punjab, Pakistan.
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05 - Sense of Guilt and Shame: An Interpretation of Abdulrazak Gurnah's Gravel Heart

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).05
10.31703/gsr.2023(VIII-III).05      Published : Sep 2023

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    This paper examines Gravel Heart by Abdulrazak Gurnah through a psychoanalytic lens. Its framework stems from the theoretical underpinnings of Cathy Caruth’s traumatic neurosis to interpret the psychic state of the protagonist, Salim. It elucidates the reasons behind the character’s trapped psyche, which leads to a constant sensation of guilt and humiliation. It also sees how his psych... Details

    Gravel Heart, Abdulrazak Gurnah, Psychoanalytic lens, Cathy Caruth, Traumatic Neurosis, Guilt and Shame

    (1) Muhammad Sabboor Hussain
    Professor, Department of English, University of Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Sitara Tariq
    MS Scholar, Department of English, University of Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan.
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