| ID | 087117 |
| Title Proper | Pakistan |
| Other Title Information | a state on the verge of collapse |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Roul, Kamala Kanta |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The modern state is facing challenges from numerous non-state actors, ultimately leading to the erossion of state sovereignty, authority and legitimacy. This argument has been proved appropriate in the context of Pakistani state, which is fighting a crucial battle against fundamentalist Taliban and other sectarian and extremist groups. The forces of Talibanisation are defying the Pakistani Constitution and imosing Islamic in varous parts of the country. Violence breeds more violence; this is clearly visible in Pakistan where extremist group infighting is causing significant loss of life. |
| `In' analytical Note | World Focus Vol. 30, No. 4; April 2009: p173-179 |
| Journal Source | World Focus Vol. 30, No. 4; April 2009: p173-179 |
| Key Words | Pakistan ; Chaos ; Anarcy ; Talibanisation ; Extremism ; Fundamentalism ; Non State Actors ; Democracy ; Terrorism ; Violence ; Women ; Civil Society ; Politics ; Army |