This book explores Pakistans internal and external political dynamics within the framework of its post-colonial strategic culture. Since gaining independence, Pakistan has charted a course distinct from Indias, shaped by unique geopolitical challenges and ideological forces. The book seeks to uncover the underlying factors driving Pakistans behavior on the regional and international stage. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the nation's political thought, institutional structures, and evolving foreign policy. Organized into six thematic chapters, it examines key issues such as civil-military relations, governance models, security priorities, and diplomatic strategies. This book offers valuable insights into the complexity of Pakistans political identity and its impact on both domestic affairs and global interactions.
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Strategic Culture and Colonialism.
Chapter 2:
Post Independence State Making and Evolution of Foreign Policy of Pakistan.-
Chapter 3: Political and Governance System of Pakistan.
Chapter 4: Mapping
Pakistans Strategic Culture.- Chapter 5: Making Sense of the Post Colonial
Strategic Culture of Pakistan.- Conclusion: Critical Analysis of Pakistan
from the Perspective of Post Colonial Strategic Culture.
Dr. Sania Muneer is a postdoctoral fellow at SOAS University of London. Her major works are on government and politics, minority rights, implementing blasphemy law, and pro-women legislation. She worked as an Assistant Professor at the School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore. She holds her PhD degree in social sciences and a split degree from Royal Holloway University of London.
Dr. Saroj Kumar Aryal is an Assistant Professor at the University of Warsaw with a PhD in International Relations. His expertise includes small states in international affairs, regional security dynamics in South Asia, particularly India- China relations, Indias foreign policy, area studies, and regional security complexities. Hes published two monographs and numerous scholarly articles and teaches courses aligned with his research areas.
