Federalism in Pakistan: Problems & Prospects

Relations between the federal-provinces have been a subject of political & constitutional debate since the establishment of Pakistan in 1947. Pakistan, which is divided into four provinces, has been dominated by Punjab, the largest of four provinces, by predominant membership in the bureaucracy...

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Published in:Asian and African Studies (Bratislava) 2002-01, Vol.11 (1), p.37-48
Main Author: Kundi, Mansoor Akbar
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Federalism
Intergovernmental Relations
Pakistan
Political Systems
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Summary:Relations between the federal-provinces have been a subject of political & constitutional debate since the establishment of Pakistan in 1947. Pakistan, which is divided into four provinces, has been dominated by Punjab, the largest of four provinces, by predominant membership in the bureaucracy & army. The other three units have shown their discontent over the allocation of powers between the federal government & the provinces & raised their voice for more autonomy & political safeguards. The praetorian character of Pakistan with the army ruling the country for most of the period has added to the problems of federalism. References. Adapted from the source document.
ISSN:1335-1257