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01 - Women Empowerment in Rural Sindh: A Case Study of Pano Aqil, Pakistan

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).01
10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).01      Published : Dec 2024

Abstract

    This research paper investigates the strategies to enhance women's empowerment and address gender inequality in rural Sindh, with a focus on Pano Aqil. Through a combination of quantitative surveys and qualitative data analysis, the study explores the current level of awareness regarding women's rights and empowerment, the impact of traditional practices such as Jirgas and Panchayats, and the oppo... Details

    Women's Empowerment in Sindh, Gender Inequality, Rural Sindh, Pano Aqil, Traditional Practices, Education Barriers, Employment Opportunities, Legal Reforms, Karo-Kari

    (1) Sana Amjad
    Lecturer, Department of Pakistan Studies, National University of Modern Languages (Numl), Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Abbas Ali Bughio
    Subject Specialist, Pakistan Studies at Government Boys Higher Secondary School Qazi Arif Mehar Dadu, Sindh, Pakistan.
    (3) Rabia Umar
    BS Graduate, Department of Shariah and Law, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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02 - Community Satisfaction from Government-Led Emergency Response and Recovery to Pa

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).02
10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).02      Published : Dec 2024

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    Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's vulnerability to climate-related disasters was tragically highlighted by the 2022 floods, affecting millions. This study aims to investigate community satisfaction with government-led emergency response and recovery efforts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. A mixed-method approach was employed, combining surveys and In-depth Interviews. Despite government claims, the results of ... Details

    Flood, Disaster, Emergency Management, Community Satisfaction, Response, Disaster Risk Reduction

    (1) Mushtaq Ahmad Jan
    Assistant Professor, Centre for Disaster Preparedness and Management (CDPM), University of Peshawar, Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Saeed
    Associate Professor (Geography), Higher Education Department (HED), KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Kaleem
    Professor, Department of Sociology, Bacha Khan University, Charsadda, KP, Pakistan.
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03 - Prevalence of Social Anxiety Disorder in Undergraduate Students of Hazara Divisi

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).03
10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).03      Published : Dec 2024

Abstract

    Globally, people are more likely to suffer from social anxiety issues (SAD) in regions with high levels of social and performance demands. This study evaluates the occurrence and severity of SAD among undergraduates in the Pakistani culture Hazara Area. It controls for gender and age. A descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted.  An investigation of 353 college students looked into ... Details

    Social Anxiety, Undergraduate Students, Frequency, SPIN

    (1) Ayla Khan
    Ph.D. scholar, Department of Psychology, The University of Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Amara Gul
    Chairperson, Department of Psychology, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences & Administrative Sciences, The University of Haripur, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Muhammad Rizwan
    Professor, Clinical Psychology, National University of Medical Sciences, NUMS, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
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04 - Examining the Drivers of Sectarianism and their Impact on Rural Infrastructure:

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).04
10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).04      Published : Dec 2024

Abstract

    The study titled "Examining the Drivers of Sectarianism and their Impact on Rural Infrastructure: Implications for Rural Women's Plight" revealed that during sectarian clashes women's educational institutions, and hospitals were either damaged or fully destroyed. Further, women skills oriented centres and NGOs were forced to close their operations in Kurram. Likely, storage facilities for agricult... Details

    Sectarianism, Infrastructure, Women Plight, FATA, and Kurram Agency

    (1) Fariha Bibi
    PhD Scholar, Department of Rural Sociology, Agriculture University Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Humera Jamal
    Assistant Professor, Department of Rural Sociology, Agriculture University Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
    (3) Bushra Hassan Jan
    Chairperson, Department of Rural Sociology, Agriculture University Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
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05 - Empowering Women through Skill-Based Education in Pakistan: A Narrative Review

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).05
10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).05      Published : Dec 2024

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    This qualitative systematic review focuses on the effectiveness and limitations of skill-based education for enhancing women's rights in Pakistan with an understanding that the solution lies in addressing organizational, economic, and structural constraints that hamper the enforcement of such policies. These include gender norms, poverty, and inadequate technical and vocational education and train... Details

    Women Empowerment, Skill-Based Education, Socio-Cultural Barriers, Vocational Training, Gender Equality

    (1) Muhammad Rafiq-uz-Zaman
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Asif Nadeem
    Associate Professor, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Iqra Rasheed
    Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Education, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
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06 - Social Consequences of the Misuse of Language and their Solutions: A Quranic Per

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).06
10.31703/gsr.2024(IX-IV).06      Published : Dec 2024

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    This qualitative study aims to find out the solution to selected social issues and their implications that take place due to misuse of language. The solution to these issues is intended to be sorted out from the Quranic perspective. The researchers targeted 10 social issues through purposive sampling: lying, backbiting, hypocrisy, rumor, hate speech, disinformation, ridicule, bullying, slandering,... Details

    Social Issues, Language Use, Quranic Perspective, Hermeneutics, Content Analysis

    (1) Jamshaid Anjum
    Assistant Professor, Department of English Studies, Govt Gordon Graduate College Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Abdullah
    Associate Professor, Department of English Linguistics and Literature, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Marrium Sayyed
    MPhil Scholar, Department of English Linguistics and Literature, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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