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Religion was exploited during the creation of Pakistan by the ruling elite to strengthen their economic and political rights. This was general consensus of speakers at the launching ceremony of the book, What is wrong with Pakistan? at the South Asian Free Media Association on Thursday.
Authored by veteran journalist Babar Ayaz, the book investigates key points wherein Muhammad Ali Jinnahs idea of a secular and liberal Pakistan became obscured by a wave of religious fanaticism. A panelist and renowned journalist Nusrat Javeed lauded the research that went into writing the book, calling the effort a product of patience, time and devotion. To me the most important part was the extra effort in academic pursuits in the way the Indian Muslim middle classes started a separatist movement, he said.
This is a very brave and bold book because as on one hand we say that freedom of expression is increasing while on the other hand, journalists are restricted from speaking their minds, said Jinnah Institute Director Raza Rumi. The book is very direct and unapologetic where we are afraid to make any statements on matters of religion.
âWhatâs wrong with Pakistan?: New book lauded for its journey into uncharted waters – The Express Tribune
This book looks like it's going to be a good read. I do hope sparks fly. Although I'm not a staunch fan of liberal, secular societies, I'm even less a fan of oppressive, religious dogma of the like which Zia and his Jihadists have forever tried to hold us to. The balance must be restored to the force and what better way than to start by talking about it.
Authored by veteran journalist Babar Ayaz, the book investigates key points wherein Muhammad Ali Jinnahs idea of a secular and liberal Pakistan became obscured by a wave of religious fanaticism. A panelist and renowned journalist Nusrat Javeed lauded the research that went into writing the book, calling the effort a product of patience, time and devotion. To me the most important part was the extra effort in academic pursuits in the way the Indian Muslim middle classes started a separatist movement, he said.
This is a very brave and bold book because as on one hand we say that freedom of expression is increasing while on the other hand, journalists are restricted from speaking their minds, said Jinnah Institute Director Raza Rumi. The book is very direct and unapologetic where we are afraid to make any statements on matters of religion.
âWhatâs wrong with Pakistan?: New book lauded for its journey into uncharted waters – The Express Tribune
This book looks like it's going to be a good read. I do hope sparks fly. Although I'm not a staunch fan of liberal, secular societies, I'm even less a fan of oppressive, religious dogma of the like which Zia and his Jihadists have forever tried to hold us to. The balance must be restored to the force and what better way than to start by talking about it.
