The focus of this course is on society and culture of Pakistan. It discusses the evolution and growth of societal norms and cultural patterns and highlights the multiplicity and diversity of Pakistani society and culture. The course explains evolution and growth of Pakistani society & culture.

Contents

1. The concepts of social stratification
2. Indus Valley civilization
3. Aryan culture
4. Class and Caste
5. Socialization
6. Family development
7. Social life of a man
8. Evolution of Muslim society in sub-continent
9. Customs & traditions
10. Rural & urban life
11. Provincial cultures
12. The land & people of Pakistan
13. Salient features of the culture of Pakistan
14. Folk tales of Pakistan
15. Social class: its form & significance
16. Restructuring of civil society
17. Problems & prospects of democracy in Pakistan
18. Pakistan’s Diplomatic approach after 9/11: Challenges & options
19. Politics of federalism in Pakistan
20. Education in Pakistan
21. Obstacles to economic development in Pakistan

Recommended Texts

1. Qureshi (I.H) 2003, The Pakistan way of Life, Karachi: Royal Book FCo.
2. Hafeez, Sabiha (1999), The Changing Pakistan Society,  Karachi Royal Book Co.

Suggested Readings

1. Azam Akram (2001), Pakistan’s National Culture & Character, Amir Publications
2. Abbasi, Muhammad Yousuf (2002), Pakistani Culture, Islamabad National Institute of History & Culture.
3. Saif, Lubna & Javed Iqbal Syed (eds) 2001, Pakistani Society & Culture,  Vol I & II Islamabad, Allama Iqbal Open University.