Summary of Maajid Nawaz Talk
• According to Maajid, we are living in the age
of behavior. There are various things that
affect the behavior of the people.
Globalization has encouraged social
movements but also increased hatred among
the civilizations. It increased the ratio of
extremists around the world as well.
Summary of Maajid Nawaz Talk
• On the other hand, there is a requirement to
increase the demand of democracy among
Muslim countries. Democracy should not be
considered a political demand but the people
should vote IN a democracy not FOR a
democracy.
Current Situation in Pakistan
Pakistan is situated in a sensitive location
Democracy in Pakistan : History
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First democratic era (1947-1958)
First military era (1958-1971)
Second democratic era (1971-1977)
Second military era (1977-1988)
Third democratic era (1988-1999)
Third military era (1999 - 2007)
• Fourth democratic era (2008- present)
Views from a friend in Pakistan
• Pakistan's situation is very different. People
are going against media, against army and
against political personnel as well
• Judiciary isn’t able to prove its impact on the
thoughts of the people against the judiciary
system
Views from a friend in Pakistan (cont..)
• Consequently, people are thinking of having a
revolution that can put a positive impact on
the four pillars of the society (Media, Politics,
Judiciary and Army)
Fight against Extremism/Terrorism
• Swat Operation (Pakistan Army, FC)
• F.A.T.A Operation (USA, Pakistan Army)
– Drone attacks
Tehreek Taliban Pakistan
• Baitullah Mehsud
• Origin of TTP started Since 2001 (US invasion
on Afghanistan)