SOCIAL PRISM
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description: Introducing "Social Prism": Illuminating Perspectives in Social Sciences Welcome to Social Prism In a world where knowledge is no longer confined by disciplinary walls, Social Prism emerges as a vibrant platform for cutting-edge research that defies traditional categorizations. As the Chief Editor, I invite scholars, researchers, and thinkers to contribute work that challenges conventions, bridges divides, and illuminates the complexities of our rapidly evolving societies.
publisher: Gomal Research Development and consultancy (SMC-Private) LTD
language: en
publication name: SOCIAL PRISM
issn: 3006-8878
items: Governance Turbulence and Skilled Migration: Examining Pakistan during Imran khan era
items: Infrastructure and Development through the IMEC: India’s Role in Regional Growth and Sustainability
items: Chahbahar vs. Gawader: Assessing Strategic competition and its implications for Pakistan
items: Islamic Perspective on Women’s Rights: Questioning the Necessity of Feminism
items: Social Media: A Catalyst for Change in Pakistan?
items: Digital Storytelling as a Tool for Employee Engagement: A Literary Approach to HR Communication in the Age of AI
items: Green or Grey? Assessing the Environmental Impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Europe
items: Sufi Epistemologies of Hubb: The Eternal Pulse of Sufi Love in Contemporary Rumi’s Daughter
items: AI in Modern Warfare: Impacts on Information Operations, Cyber Conflicts, and C2 Systems
items: Hybrid Warfare, Grey Zone Conflicts, and the Battle of Narratives: Discourse as a Strategic Weapon
items: Resource Security in a Fragmented World: Supply Chain Nationalism and the Geopolitics of Deep-Sea Mining
items: High-Performance Work Systems and Employee Performance in Public Universities: The Mediating Role of Burnout Management and Moderating Effect of Workload
items: Translation and Validation of Internalized Stigma of Substance Abuse Scale Urdu Version
items: The Impact of Interpersonal Discrimination on Identity Formation and Function Status among Religious Minorities in Pakistan
items: Pakistan’s PECA 2025 and Global Digital Regulations: Balancing Security and Freedom
items: Analytical study for the assessment by Independent Monitoring Unit (IMU) for monitoring teaching effectiveness and physical facilities in Secondary Schools of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
items: Macroeconomic Dynamics in Pakistan: The Role of Inflation, GFCF, and FDI in Economic Growth
items: The Climate Injustice Paradox: Why Pakistan Bears the Burden of a Crisis It Didn’t Create
items: Mediating Role of Work Ethics in the Relationship between Islamic Spirituality and Job Satisfaction of Employees Working in the Industrial Sector
items: Enhancing Inter-Institutional Collaboration for Successful E-Governance in Pakistan: An Analysis of Future Perspectives
items: The Impact of CPEC Phase II on Pakistan’s Regional Development
items: Family Laws and Domestic Violence in Pakistan: A Shariah Perspective
items: The Role of Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan’s Economic Revival
items: Bridging the Digital Divide: Enhancing Inclusivity and Resilience in Higher Educationthrough Digitalization
items: Socio-Economic Development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Assessing The 1st Term of Pakistan Tahreek-i-Insaf
items: Comparative Analysis of University & Madrasa Students towards Democracy
items: Factors Affecting Voting Behavior in Darya Khan A Case Study of General Elections 2018
items: Role Of Non-Governmental Organizations In Promoting Climate Action In Pakistan
items: Role of Information Security & Psychopathy on Unethical Behavior: An Empirical Investigation within the Banking Sector
items: NATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY BUREAU AND THE PERCEPTION OF POLITICAL VICTIMIZATION: IMPLICATIONS FOR DEMOCRACY IN PAKISTAN

Governance Turbulence and Skilled Migration: Examining Pakistan during Imran khan era
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description: This paper examines the complex relationship between political instability and the acceleration of brain drain in Pakistan during the tenure of Prime Minister Imran Khan from 2018 to 2022. Employing a qualitative -methods approach, this research analyzes longitudinal emigration data, sector-specific workforce trends, and qualitative insights from professionals who emigrated or considered emigrating during this period. The study finds that political turbulence during these years, characterized by frequent policy changes, civil-military tensions, and no-confidence motions, exacerbated pre-existing economic vulnerabilities and significantly contributed to the decision of highly skilled professionals to seek opportunities abroad. The emigration of critical workforce segments including healthcare professionals, engineers, IT experts, and academics intensified, depriving Pakistan of essential human capital needed for sustainable development. This research contributes to the broader understanding of how political factors interact with economic determinants in influencing migration decisions and offers policy recommendations for mitigating brain drain through institutional stability, economic reforms, and diasporas engagement strategies.
subject: Articles
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subject: Brain drain
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subject: political instability
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subject: skilled migration
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subject: human capital
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subject: economic crisis
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subject: migration policies
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creator: Muhammad Javed
creator: Muhammad Umar
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Javed, Muhammad Umar (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.3.2025.49

Infrastructure and Development through the IMEC: India’s Role in Regional Growth and Sustainability
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description: The paper presents the role of the Indian state in the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC) and examines the implication of this analysis with regards to infrastructure based regional integration and sustainable development by adopting qualitative approach to the problem that is the document analysis, case studies, semi structured interview, network analysis and estimation through the gravity model. It concludes that IMEC is a geo-economic tool, which strategically serves India by encouraging multimodal transport and digital connection, logistical friction and energy route diversification, and that clear governance and stringent green standards are critical towards creating positive spillovers. The paper provides original empirical data because it positions IMEC as a type of infrastructure-as-statecraft with geopolitical and sustainability-oriented aspects and, therefore, reflects the originality and importance of the study. Its practical recommendations are based on effective funding plans, sustainability protection and inclusive regulatory principles to maximize employment, increase cooperation within the region and the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals with great emphasis on the urgency and the practicality of the matter.
subject: Articles
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subject: India
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subject: India–Middle East–Europe Corridor (IMEC)
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subject: Economics
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subject: Development
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subject: geo-economics
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subject: infrastructure corridors
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subject: sustainable development
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creator: Muhammad Ismail
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Ismail (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.3.2025.47

Chahbahar vs. Gawader: Assessing Strategic competition and its implications for Pakistan
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description: This research paper examines the strategic, geopolitical, and geo-economic implications of Iran’s Chahbahr Port as an emerging alternative to Pakistan’s Gwadar Port, evaluating the resulting challenges and opportunities for Pakistan in the evolving architecture of regional connectivity. As China and India expand their influence in South Asia, Central Asia, and the Indian Ocean Region, seaports have become central instruments of modern statecraft, economic integration, and power projection. Gwadar, developed under the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), plays a pivotal role in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), offering Beijing critical access to the Arabian Sea and shortening its energy and trade routes. Conversely, India’s strategic partnership with Iran through its investment in Chahbahr provides New Delhi with an alternative gateway to Afghanistan and Central Asia, bypassing Pakistan. This development carries major implications for Pakistan’s economic leverage, regional influence, and security environment. Using a qualitative methodology grounded in thematic analysis, the study synthesizes existing literature, trade patterns, geopolitical behavior, and strategic alignments to assess both ports’ comparative capacities, connectivity corridors, and regional impact. Findings reveal that while Chahbahr expands India’s strategic reach and reduces Pakistan’s monopoly over Afghan transit trade, Gwadar retains superior natural depth, logistical capacity, and long-term geostrategic potential due to CPEC’s multi-billion-dollar infrastructure support. However, the strategic rivalry between China and India complicates cooperation possibilities and heightens geopolitical competition across the Indian Ocean and Central Asia. The study concludes that Pakistan must adopt a proactive policy framework to maximize Gwadar’s economic potential while mitigating the impact of Chahbahr’s rise through diplomatic engagement, regional connectivity initiatives, and enhanced securit…
subject: Articles
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subject: Chahbahar vs. Gawader
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subject: Chahbahar Port
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subject: Gawader Port
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creator: Naila Saleem
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Naila Saleem (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.3.2025.46

Islamic Perspective on Women’s Rights: Questioning the Necessity of Feminism
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description: This thesis critically examines women’s rights in Islam in comparison with feminist ideology, with a particular focus on whether feminism is necessary in Muslim societies. Using a qualitative thematic analysis of primary Islamic sources—including the Qur’an and Sunnah—together with classical jurisprudence and contemporary feminist literature, the study highlights the sufficiency of Islam’s equity-based framework in ensuring women’s dignity, empowerment, and justice. The findings reveal that Islam guarantees women’s comprehensive rights in inheritance, property, education, marriage, and social participation while maintaining complementary roles that safeguard family and social harmony. In contrast, the feminist pursuit of absolute equality, shaped by secular and Western socio-historical contexts, often neglects natural gender differences and has produced unintended consequences such as family disintegration and moral instability. Furthermore, misrepresentations of Islam in feminist critiques and media narratives obscure its protective and empowering dimensions, fostering misconceptions about Muslim women’s status. The study concludes that feminism, as a Western secular ideology, is not necessary within Muslim societies. Instead, the revival and implementation of authentic Islamic teachings provide the most coherent and sustainable framework for women’s empowerment. Recommendations include strengthening Islamic education, pursuing contextual legal reforms, promoting media literacy, conducting further empirical research, and supporting renewal and reinterpretation within Islamic scholarship. This research contributes to gender and Islamic studies by addressing gaps in existing literature and offering a culturally and theologically grounded response to feminist critiques. It reaffirms that Islam, as a holistic divine system, remains both sufficient and relevant in addressing women’s rights in the modern world.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Feminism
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subject: Women’s Rights
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subject: Islam
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creator: Rabia Niaz
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Rabia Niaz (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.3.2025.45

Social Media: A Catalyst for Change in Pakistan?
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description: The role and power of social media is growing in Pakistan, where there are now over 76 million mobile phone users in the country on the internet. There are more than 40 million social media users, and this number is growing daily with Facebook as the most widely used social media platform. This study provides preliminary findings on how social media is used by citizens and social groups, political parties and candidates, and the Prime Minister and his opponents, comparing three case studies using data from Facebook obtained via CrowdTangle in 2020. In the first case study, search term Arzoo, social media became voice of the suppressed, poor and marginalized in society when the underage marriage and forced conversion of Arzoo Raja, a 13- year Christian girl, brought citizens together and particularly Christian minority, to call for justice, with the sum of posts shared at 117,500 over a one-month period. The second case culminated over the same time period, searching on Gilgit-Baltistan, on the 2020 Assembly election in which parties and candidates used social media to reach and attract voters starting campaigning in June and the election was postponed to November, with the sum of posts shared at 1,216,837. The third case searching on Prime Minister Imran Khan, brought up posts by him, his allies and opponents, and the sample is one week in November 2020 before the Gilgit-Baltistan vote, with the sum of posts shared at 413,037. Shares represent the size of social network. The volume of posts and the drivers of public engagement online in the case of Arzoo, are compared with examples from political elites, to discuss whether social media may become a catalyst for change in Pakistan.
subject: Articles
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subject: GB Elections
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subject: Social Networks
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subject: Social Groups
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subject: Mobile Users
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subject: Social Media
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creator: Waseem Khokhar
creator: Mujahid Hussain
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dr. Waseem Khokhar, Dr. Mujahid Hussain (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.3.2025.44

Digital Storytelling as a Tool for Employee Engagement: A Literary Approach to HR Communication in the Age of AI
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description: This article delivers an analytical piece on the concept of digital stories as an employee engagement tool in information-overloaded workplace environments and suggests an ethical, empirically testable model of HR communication in an AI world. The secondary qualitative review will synthesize peer reviewed and practitioner literature published between 2010 and 2025 and will involve illustrative analysis of publicly available internal artifacts. At work, stories have seven themes that describe their functioning. Stories construct meaning by connecting tasks to strategy, voice and co creation, more autonomy, and a sense of belonging, decisions in literary craft, character, setting, conflict, arc, motif, and tone determine identities, platform affords determine reach and depth, AI can enhance ideation, captions, and localization, and authenticity demands the provision of disclosure, consent, provenance, and accessibility, and the role of measurement is triangulation of pulse items, qualitative comments, and behavioral traces. A Literary HR Communication Model is presented in the paper that fits storycraft, engagement levers, channel and cadence, AI workflow and human editorial stewardship, and governance and ethics. A five-stage roadmap is used to guide Diagnose, Design, Develop, Deploy, and Measure. The review relates the literary studies, HR and internal communication, and HCI and AI, elucidates the mechanisms, and provides practical guardrails that help to present credible, inclusive stories.
subject: Articles
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subject: Digital Storytelling
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subject: Employee Engagement
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subject: Communication in the Age of AI
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creator: Aqsa Akbar
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Aqsa Akbar (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 62
ending page: 79
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.2.2025.43

Green or Grey? Assessing the Environmental Impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Europe
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description: China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), introduced in 2013, stands as the largest infrastructure development effort of the twenty-first century, creating transport, energy, and trade corridors that connect Asia, Africa, and Europe. Although the BRI offers prospects for economic expansion and greater regional interconnectedness, its environmental consequences—especially within Europe—have become a major point of discussion. Given Europe’s stringent environmental laws, varied ecosystems, and strong climate objectives, questions have emerged regarding the alignment of BRI projects with sustainability targets. This research examines the dual nature of the BRI’s presence in Europe—evaluating whether it serves as a sustainable, “green” vehicle for investment and innovation or a “grey” driver of ecological harm. Through qualitative methods and thematic interpretation of interviews with specialists, this article identifies both the environmental dangers and possibilities inherent in the initiative. The results indicate that although the BRI may facilitate collaboration in renewable energy, knowledge exchange, and sustainable practices, it also introduces considerable risks such as increased carbon output, harm to biodiversity, ecosystem disruption, and continued reliance on fossil fuels. Additionally, inconsistencies between BRI developments and EU environmental regulations present further obstacles to sustainable execution. The study concludes that the BRI embodies a conflict between developmental and ecological priorities in Europe, underscoring the necessity for stronger policy mechanisms, international environmental cooperation, and engagement from civil society. Policy proposals include harmonizing regulatory benchmarks, implementing thorough and transparent impact evaluations, and integrating eco-friendly technologies in upcoming BRI endeavors.
subject: Articles
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subject: Belt and Road Initiative
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subject: Europe
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subject: environmental governance
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subject: sustainability
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subject: green technologies
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subject: climate change
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creator: Muhammad Shahiryar
creator: Robina Khan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Shahiryar, Dr. Robina Khan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-06-30
publication date: 2025-06-30
starting page: 46
ending page: 61
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.2.2025.41

Sufi Epistemologies of Hubb: The Eternal Pulse of Sufi Love in Contemporary Rumi’s Daughter
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description: Sufism as a decent phenomenon precedes to enlighten massive amounts of lives through empirical wisdom, custom exposure and literature. In some previous research studies, researchers have attempted to infer, analyze and investigate the quintessence of Sufism theory and Rumi Phenomenon implied upon Modern Turkish and English Literature. Amalgamated to the general theory of Sufism, this paper is an attempt to analyze Sufi “Hubb stages and stations' ' (Divine Love processes) from Spiritual philosophy accurately applicable to Sufi assets of Novel’s characters. By source of Interpretivists approach, Firstly, Turkish Fiction "Rumi's Daughter" categorized under ‘Rumi Phenomenon’ is thematically analyzed by focal points of Spiritual theories of Idrees Shah and Hijwiri preluding to categorical and self-definitive results. Secondly, the accommodation of Sufi theories was cross-checked with characterization of characters. Lastly, the global theories of humanitarianism, stoicism and philanthropy are generally prescribed in novel within application of Sufism. The result of study implies that characters of novels are committed towards Hubb degrees with engraved essence of Oneness, Reality and Individualism. Considerations infer that characters and themes possess base structure and potential for being positioned as exclusively Sufi Oriented Literary pieces. In a nutshell, Sufi genre of Turkish Fiction renders a pseudo-activist avatar to reclaim the hearts of youth stuck in the spider web of Existential and Nihilistic viewpoints of life.
subject: Articles
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subject: Sufism
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subject: Mysticism
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subject: Rumi
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subject: Hubb
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subject: Existentialism
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subject: Nihilism
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creator: Nousheen Nasir
creator: Sareer Ahmad
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nousheen Nasir, Sareer Ahmad (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-24
publication date: 2025-07-24
starting page: 29
ending page: 45
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.2.2025.40

AI in Modern Warfare: Impacts on Information Operations, Cyber Conflicts, and C2 Systems
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description: This research delves into the transformative influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on modern military operations, emphasizing its impact on information warfare, cyber conflicts, and command and control (C2) systems. With the rapid evolution of AI technologies, their incorporation into military strategies has introduced significant complexities, bolstering both offensive and defensive capacities. The initial section explores AI's application in information warfare, where AI-powered tools enable automation in strategies such as disinformation campaigns, targeted propaganda, and social media manipulation to disrupt adversarial communications and sway public opinion. It assesses the implications of cyber-attacks on military hardware and operations, emphasizing the growing reliance of military systems on digital networks and the vulnerabilities posed by cyber threats. The study further inspects the incorporation of AI into C2 systems, particularly in the realm of net-centric warfare and offers strategic insights for Pakistan to leverage AI and robotics in military operations. The research highlights the critical need for adapting to emerging technologies to safeguard national security in an increasingly interconnected digital era.
subject: Articles
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subject: Artificial Intelligence
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subject: Command & Control systems
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subject: Perception
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subject: Warfare
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subject: Emerging technologies
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creator: Muhammad Umar Farooq Baloch
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Umar Farooq Baloch (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-24
publication date: 2025-07-24
starting page: 15
ending page: 28
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.2.2025.39

Hybrid Warfare, Grey Zone Conflicts, and the Battle of Narratives: Discourse as a Strategic Weapon
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description: This paper explores the changing nature of warfare in the current environment, which has brought into focus the nature of hybrid warfare and the grey zone of military conflict, including the central role that discourse and narrative play as strategic weapons. Conventional war has changed, state and non-state adversaries are employing Information operations, influence warfare and media control to achieve strategic end states without the use of force of arms. This investigation is based on a qualitative research design with the critical discourse analysis (CDA), and strategic communication theories providing the overall framework for how stories create views, change attitudes and, perhaps, even realign hard geopolitical circumstances. The paper integrates theories from international relations, as well as media and military strategy, to examine case studies such as Russian activities in Ukraine, Chinese influence in Asia and ISIS propaganda. The results illustrate the growing importance of narrative supremacy in current conflict and suggest countermeasures to democratic resilience.
subject: Articles
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subject: Hybrid warfare
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subject: grey zone conflict
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subject: strategic narratives
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subject: information warfare
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subject: discourse analysis
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creator: Alizeh khakwani
creator: Muqadas Saleem
creator: Muhammad Mudabbir Malik
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Alizeh khakwani, Muqadas Saleem, Dr. Muhammad Mudabbir Malik (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-16
publication date: 2025-07-16
starting page: 1
ending page: 14
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.2.2025.37

Resource Security in a Fragmented World: Supply Chain Nationalism and the Geopolitics of Deep-Sea Mining
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description: Growing recognition that global supply chains are becoming more fragmented, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions and economic nationalism, is raising the profile of resource security. Deep-sea mining (DSM) has become a new battlefield for securing strategic materials for green technology, defense technology, digital technology. This article explores the nexus between supply chain nationalism and the geopolitical dimensions of DSM, in which states and corporates are fighting for space to access seabed resource. Using examples from the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans, the study underscored the regulatory gaps, environmental threats and strategic considerations of DSM to global resource governance. Without strong international cooperation, the race for deep-sea minerals could worsen geopolitical rivalries and environmental destruction, the findings indicate.
subject: Articles
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subject: deep-sea mining
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subject: resource security
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subject: supply chain nationalism
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subject: geopolitics
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subject: critical mineralssupply chain nationalism
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subject: critical minerals
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creator: Alizeh khakwani
creator: Muqadas Saleem
creator: Muhammad Mudabbir Malik
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Alizeh khakwani, Muqadas Saleem, Dr. Muhammad Mudabbir Malik (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-12
publication date: 2025-07-12
starting page: 147
ending page: 160
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.36

High-Performance Work Systems and Employee Performance in Public Universities: The Mediating Role of Burnout Management and Moderating Effect of Workload
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description: This study examines the impact of High-Performance Work Systems (HPWS) on Employee Work Performance (EWP) in public sector universities in Pakistan, with a focus on the mediating role of Burnout Management (BM) and the moderating effect of Workload (WL). Drawing on the Resource-Based View (RBV) and Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) theories, we propose an integrated model that addresses the psychological and organizational mechanisms linking HR practices to performance outcomes. Using a sample of 350 teaching faculty members from 13 public universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, we employ a cross-sectional survey design with validated scales for HPWS, EWP, BM, and WL. Results from correlation, regression, mediation, and moderation analyses reveal that: (1) HPWS has a strong positive association with EWP (r = 0.768, p < 0.01); (2) BM partially mediates the HPWS-EWP relationship (indirect effect = 0.18, 95% CI 0.12, 0.25) and (3) WL significantly moderates this relationship, with the positive effect of HPWS diminishing under high workload conditions (β = -0.13, p < 0.01). These findings contribute to strategic HRM literature by demonstrating how psychological well-being and job demands interact with HR systems to influence performance in resource-constrained academic environments. Practical implications for university administrators and policymakers are discussed.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: High-Performance Work Systems
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subject: Employee Work Performance
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subject: Burnout Management
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subject: Workload
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subject: Public Universities
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subject: Pakistan
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creator: Attique-Ur Rahman
creator: Muhammad Imran
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Attique-Ur Rahman, Dr. Muhammad Imran (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-30
publication date: 2025-03-30
starting page: 114
ending page: 126
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.31

Translation and Validation of Internalized Stigma of Substance Abuse Scale Urdu Version
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description: The present study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Urdu version of the Internalized stigma of substance abuse scale (ISSA-U). The study was conducted in three phases. In the first phase, forward and backward translation was performed and linguistic equivalence was tested on a sample of 50 bilingual participants. In the second phase, a reliability analysis was conducted using Cronbach's alpha and the split-half method, followed by exploratory factor analysis. Phase three included validation of the scale. Convergent validity was estimated by applying the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS) to a sample of 300 drug addicts. The item correlation results showed a highly significant relationship among the items of the ISSA-U. The Cronbach's alpha index was significantly high (r =.93). Exploratory factor analysis revealed five solution factors with high loading values. Moreover, there was a significant positive correlation between the ISSA Urdu and HDRS, demonstrating convergent validity. The ISSA-U showed sound psychometric properties and proved to be a reliable and valid instrument for measuring internalized stigma.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Iqra Sageer
creator: Alia Asmat
creator: Ayesha Sarfaraz
creator: Saddam Hussain
creator: Arsalan Khan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Iqra Sageer, Alia Asmat, Ayesha Sarfaraz, Saddam Hussain, Arsalan Khan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-30
publication date: 2025-03-30
starting page: 127
ending page: 146
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.30

The Impact of Interpersonal Discrimination on Identity Formation and Function Status among Religious Minorities in Pakistan
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description: The study aimed to examine the impact of interpersonal discrimination on identity formation and functional status among Christian minority in Pakistan. A Cross sectional research design was used in the research, with a total sample size of N = 300 Christians (n=160) males and (n=140) women. Purposive sampling was used to gather data both in-person and online from churches and universities. Participants filled out three self-report questionnaires assessing interpersonal discrimination, identity formation and functional status. Pearson correlational coefficient, simple linear regression and t-test were used to test the hypothesis. The result showed a significant negative correlational of interpersonal discrimination with functional status(r = -.23, p <.001) and identity formation (r = -.25, p <.001). Furthermore, simple linear regression analysis showed that interpersonal discrimination strongly predicted a reduction in functional status (β = -0.23, p <.001) and a weakening with identity formation (β = -0.25, p <.001). These findings suggest that interpersonal discrimination had a negative impact on the functional status and identity formation of Pakistan's Christian minority. This study has implications for developing tolerance programs and relaxation workshops to counteract the effects of discrimination, emphasizing the importance of counselling services to improve self-esteem and coping skills, as well as policy measures like anti-discrimination training and equal access to resources to reduce discrimination against minorities.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Interpersonal Discrimination
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subject: Functional Status
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subject: Identity Formation
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subject: Christian
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subject: Minorities
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creator: Arsalan Khan
creator: Muhammad Junaid Siraji
creator: Shabnam Razaq Khan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Arsalan Khan, Dr. Muhammad Junaid Siraji, Dr. Shabnam Razaq Khan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-05-26
publication date: 2025-05-26
starting page: 92
ending page: 113
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.29

Pakistan’s PECA 2025 and Global Digital Regulations: Balancing Security and Freedom
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description: PECA 2025 has been feared to negatively impact the digital freedoms and liberal politics of Pakistan as it has potentially provided preventive measures against cybercrimes. The passed law increases government control over the online environment by adopting more rigid content restrictions, creating the criminalization of code ‘fake news’, and making the bulk of social media platforms register with the government. While the Pakistan government has claimed that PECA 2025 is necessary for protecting from cyber threats, fake news and scammers, some critics believe that PECA 2025 legalises over surveillance, frees enterprise to control dissent and limit press freedom. Thus, the present research aims to perform a comparative legal research of PECA 2025 with the digital regulations of India, the USA, Great Britain, Turkey, and China to define its compliance with the trends. Based on the Digital Authoritarianism Theory, the study examines if PECA 2025 adopts standard democratic digital governance or if they reassert state control in online environments. CDA is applied and its efficacy is seen in how it examines contextual reasons given for legislation, the type of language contained in legal documents and the inherent ideologies informing policies. Research shows that while PECA 2025 shares its features of cybersecurity with the countries away from dictatorship, its enforcement mechanisms, as well as its general provisions on censorship, correspond to the tactics of authoritarian control in cyberspace. Therefore, the paper concludes that while PECA 2025 promotes internet safety, regulations for this purpose are likely to be employed as a form of political oppression. The implication of this paper is that there is a need to come up with an effective policy framework that can allow the governments to embrace cybersecurity policies while protecting basic digital rights to embrace the best governance model that is democratic.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: PECA 2025
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subject: digital governance
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subject: comparative legal analysis
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subject: Pakistan
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subject: online regulation
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subject: censorship
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subject: digital authoritarianism
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subject: cyber laws
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subject: critical discourse analysis
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creator: Syed Asad Ali Shah
creator: Muhammad Nasir Butt
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dr. Syed Asad Ali Shah, Muhammad Nasir Butt (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 64
ending page: 91
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.28

Analytical study for the assessment by Independent Monitoring Unit (IMU) for monitoring teaching effectiveness and physical facilities in Secondary Schools of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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description: This study endeavors to find quality assurance in schools monitoring measured by the Independent Monitoring Unit (IMU) which covered critical areas of interventions and requires independent monitoring on monthly basis to track progress. This plan also sets out a series of interventions and reforms that will support the attainment of the objectives like teacher’s attendance and enhancing teaching skills. The main objectives of the study were; 1) To find out the quality assurance of school monitoring by this Independent Monitoring Programme. 2) To assess the teaching effectiveness and effective use of ICT. 4) To assess the physical facilities of schools. 5) To assess the Support establishment of performance monitoring mechanisms. 6) To assess the increase retention and reduction of dropout with improved teaching, learning and with less teacher absenteeism. Null Hypothesis entail that there is no significant effect of IMU Programme in promoting effective teaching by teachers whereas Alternate Hypothesis reflects that there is a significant effect of IMU in promoting effective teaching by teachers. The study was perception based work whereas three stakeholders i.e. Head Masters, Teachers and Students were selected for this research study. The population of the study was all Government High schools Boys and Girls of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Total six girls and boys schools were selected, out of these, sample of 50 (40 from Students, 08 from teachers & 02 from Head Masters) taken from each school. Thus total numbers of sample was 300. Name of selected schools were:- 1) GHS Boys Kirri Khesure lie at most northern part of D.I.Khan. 2) GHS Boys Parova lie at the most southern part of D.I.Khan. 3) GHS Boys Kachi Paind Khan situated in D.I.Khan city. Whereas three selected GGHS were:-1) GGCMHS No.1 lie in the heart of City. 2) GGHS Wanda Madad 35 Kilometer away from D.I.Khan City at North side. 3) GGHS Behari Colony, Zafarabad, D.I.Khan. It is concluded that IMU is a systematic…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Monitoring
  topic: keywords
subject: evaluation
  topic: keywords
subject: Quality
  topic: keywords
subject: education
  topic: keywords
subject: Academic achievement
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammad Arshad Khan
creator: Aasmin Saeed
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dr. Muhammad Arshad Khan, Dr. Aasmin Saeed (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 54
ending page: 63
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.27

Macroeconomic Dynamics in Pakistan: The Role of Inflation, GFCF, and FDI in Economic Growth
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description: This study examines the nexus between inflation, Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF), and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) on economic growth in Pakistan, utilizing annual time-series data from 2010 to 2023. Employing descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression, the findings highlight a significant negative impact of inflation on GDP growth, whereas GFCF and FDI positively influence economic expansion. The results underscore the pivotal role of capital formation and foreign investments in fostering sustainable economic development, while emphasizing the detrimental effects of inflation on economic performance. Policy recommendations include targeted inflation control measures, enhanced investment in infrastructure, and strategies to attract FDI to achieve stable and inclusive growth. These findings contribute valuable insights to the understanding of macroeconomic dynamics in developing economies like Pakistan.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Inflation
  topic: keywords
subject: Economic Growth
  topic: keywords
subject: Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF)
  topic: keywords
subject: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan Economy
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammad Zuhair Fazeel
creator: Muhammad Fiaz
creator: Muhammad Ashraf Farid Khan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Zuhair Fazeel, Muhammad Fiaz, Muhammad Ashraf Farid Khan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 31
ending page: 53
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.26

The Climate Injustice Paradox: Why Pakistan Bears the Burden of a Crisis It Didn’t Create
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description: Pakistan, responsible for less than 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions, has emerged as a tragic emblem of climate injustice, enduring catastrophic climate impacts disproportionate to its minimal role in precipitating the crisis. The 2022 super floods—which submerged a third of the country, displaced 33 million people, and inflicted $30 billion in losses—epitomize this paradox. This article examines how Pakistan’s acute vulnerability to climate change, driven by geographic precarity, socioeconomic fragility, and historical inequities, underscores systemic failures in global climate governance. While industrialized nations, historically accountable for the majority of emissions, evade meaningful reparations, Pakistan and other Global South countries face escalating disasters without adequate financial or technological support to adapt or recover. Through a mixed-methods approach combining empirical data, policy analysis, and ethical critique, this study argues that the climate crisis is not merely an environmental issue but a profound moral failure. It highlights the limitations of international mechanisms like the Paris Agreement and the Loss and Damage Fund, which remain underfunded and politically contentious, leaving frontline states like Pakistan to shoulder burdens they did not create. The article further employs a postcolonial lens to interrogate how legacies of resource extraction and uneven development exacerbate climate vulnerability in formerly colonized regions. Ultimately, this research calls for urgent reforms grounded in climate justice: binding emission cuts by high-polluting nations, equitable climate finance, debt relief, and reparations to redress historical responsibility. By centering Pakistan’s plight, the article underscores that addressing climate injustice is not only a moral imperative but a prerequisite for global solidarity and sustainable resilience in an increasingly unstable world.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Climate injustice
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
subject: greenhouse gas emissions
  topic: keywords
subject: loss and damage
  topic: keywords
subject: climate reparations
  topic: keywords
subject: Global South
  topic: keywords
subject: climate governance
  topic: keywords
creator: Ayesha Malik
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ayesha Malik (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 15
ending page: 30
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.25

Mediating Role of Work Ethics in the Relationship between Islamic Spirituality and Job Satisfaction of Employees Working in the Industrial Sector
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description: This study examines the mediating role of work ethics in the relationship between Islamic spirituality and job satisfaction among employees in the industrial sector. Despite growing interest in the influence of spirituality on workplace outcomes, there remains a gap in understanding how Islamic spirituality specifically impacts job satisfaction through its effects on work ethics. The study aims to address the following research questions and hypotheses: H1: Islamic spirituality positively influences job satisfaction. H2: Islamic spirituality positively affects work ethics. H3: Work ethics mediates the relationship between Islamic spirituality and job satisfaction. The study employs a quantitative research methodology; utilizing random sampling technique, data was collected from employees in the selected sample 309 Al-Moiz Suger Mills Staff members by survey method approach. Measures of Islamic spirituality, work ethics, and job satisfaction are assessed using validated scales. Regression analysis and mediation analysis are conducted to test the hypothesized relationships. Findings indicate a significant positive relationship between Islamic spirituality and job satisfaction, supporting H1. The study also finds a positive direct effect of Islamic spirituality on work ethics, providing support for H2. Furthermore, mediation analysis reveals that work ethics partially mediates the relationship between Islamic spirituality and job satisfaction, supporting H3. The study contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence of the mechanisms through which Islamic spirituality influences job satisfaction in the workplace. The findings highlight the importance of fostering work ethics as a pathway to enhancing job satisfaction among employees with high levels of Islamic spirituality. These insights have implications for organizational leaders and practitioners seeking to create spiritually enriching work environments conducive to employee well-being and productivity…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Islamic Spirituality
  topic: keywords
subject: Work Ethics
  topic: keywords
subject: Job Satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: Al-Moiz Industry D.I.Khan
  topic: keywords
subject: KPK
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammad Adeel
creator: Liaqat Ali
creator: Muhammad Nabeel
creator: Jazish ul Wahab
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Adeel, Liaqat Ali, Muhammad Nabeel, Jazish ul Wahab (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 1
ending page: 14
doi: 10.69671/socialprism.2.1.2025.24

Enhancing Inter-Institutional Collaboration for Successful E-Governance in Pakistan: An Analysis of Future Perspectives
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description: E-Governance is a way to approach the coming era of public administration in contemporary ways while keeping the public involved in policy development. The biggest barrier, however, is effective inter-institutional coordination. This paper examines the current status of e-governance in Pakistan and what it is doing, along with issues, opportunities, and success stories. It goes on to examine future pathways for boosting inter-institutional interaction and incorporating state-of-the-art innovations like big data analytics, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. The report suggests policy, legal, and technological amendments to ensure cooperation and improve e-governance. This study can be the key to realizing the full potential of e-governance in Pakistan for the betterment of stakeholders and policymakers.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: E-Governance
  topic: keywords
subject: Inter-Institutional Collaboration
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
subject: Digital Governance
  topic: keywords
subject: Public Administration
  topic: keywords
subject: Information Communication Technology (ICT)
  topic: keywords
subject: Policy Implementation
  topic: keywords
subject: Governance Framework
  topic: keywords
creator: Nadir Abbas
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Nadir Abbas (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-12-30
publication date: 2024-12-30
starting page: 35
ending page: 44
doi: 10.69671/czsggq63

The Impact of CPEC Phase II on Pakistan’s Regional Development
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description: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), part of China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), is a transformative venture with profound implications for Pakistan's regional development. After the successful execution of Phase I, which focused on infrastructure and energy, Phase II pivots towards industrial cooperation, socio-economic development, and agriculture, seeking to address Pakistan's regional disparities. This article examines the impact of CPEC Phase II on Pakistan’s regional development, exploring its contributions to economic growth, infrastructure enhancement, and socio-economic progress. It highlights the challenges and opportunities presented by this phase and offers policy recommendations to maximize its potential for fostering equitable regional development.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Belt & Road Initiative
  topic: keywords
subject: CPEC Phase-II
  topic: keywords
subject: China
  topic: keywords
subject: Regional Development
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
creator: Naila Saleem
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Naila Saleem (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-12-30
publication date: 2024-12-30
starting page: 29
ending page: 34
doi: 10.69671/zgqb0h84

Family Laws and Domestic Violence in Pakistan: A Shariah Perspective
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description: Family laws in Pakistan intertwine with Islamic jurisprudence, state legislation, and cultural norms, shaping domestic relationships and societal values. This article critically evaluates Pakistani family laws, particularly their provisions on marriage, divorce, maintenance, custody, inheritance, and domestic violence, through a Shariah lens. It identifies points of congruence and divergence between Pakistani statutes and Islamic principles, highlighting the gaps that undermine women's rights and justice. Recommendations for legal reforms and enhanced implementation mechanisms are provided to harmonize these laws with both Shariah ideals and modern human rights frameworks.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Family Laws
  topic: keywords
subject: Sharia
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
subject: domestic violence
  topic: keywords
subject: convergence
  topic: keywords
subject: divergence
  topic: keywords
creator: Mujahid Khan
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Mujahid Khan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-12-30
publication date: 2024-12-30
starting page: 21
ending page: 28
doi: 10.69671/cxfvws14

The Role of Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan’s Economic Revival
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description: Women entrepreneurs are a vital force in Pakistan’s economic landscape, contributing significantly to economic growth, job creation, and innovation. Despite cultural, financial, and structural challenges, their participation in entrepreneurship has steadily increased in recent years, driven by factors such as digital platforms, supportive government policies, and international collaborations. This article examines the multifaceted contributions of women entrepreneurs to Pakistan’s economic revival, explores the barriers they face, and suggests policy measures to foster an enabling environment. The analysis draws on the latest data, case studies, and theoretical frameworks to highlight the transformative potential of women entrepreneurs in reshaping Pakistan’s economy.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Women Entrepreneurs
  topic: keywords
subject: Gender Equality
  topic: keywords
subject: Entrepreneurship in Pakistan
  topic: keywords
subject: Barriers to Women Entrepreneurship
  topic: keywords
subject: Economic Revivial
  topic: keywords
creator: Sarwat Habib
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Sarwat Habib (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-12-30
publication date: 2024-12-30
starting page: 15
ending page: 20
doi: 10.69671/bed9y641

Bridging the Digital Divide: Enhancing Inclusivity and Resilience in Higher Educationthrough Digitalization
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description: The purpose of this study is to investigate how digitalization affects inclusivity and workforce resilience within higher education institutions (HEIs). Based on a quantitative research design, data were collected by administering structured questionnaires to faculty members of both public and private universities in Dera Ismail Khan. Digitalization features the next inclusivity in a workspace and makes it less susceptible to weakening workforce resilience by democratizing access to knowledge and fostering collaborative opportunities. At the same time, digital solutions come with challenges as digitalization can widen the digital divide through disparities in technology access and proficiency. It reinforces the need to distribute resources accordingly in terms of digital tools and training within HEIs to leverage transformations optimally. This fieldwork should be supplemented with further in-depth research across more varied institutions, examining long-term effects.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Digitalization
  topic: keywords
subject: Inclusive Work Climate
  topic: keywords
subject: Resilient Workforce
  topic: keywords
subject: HEIs
  topic: keywords
creator: Malaika Khan
creator: Muhammad Taous
creator: Muhammad Fiaz
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 Malaika Khan, Muhammad Taous, Muhammad Fiaz (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2024-12-30
publication date: 2024-12-30
starting page: 1
ending page: 14
doi: 10.69671/a0bt9h87

Socio-Economic Development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Assessing The 1st Term of Pakistan Tahreek-i-Insaf
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description: This research meant to assess the socio-economic development in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province after general elections of 2013. Pakistan Tahreek-i-Insaf (PTI) won the elections for the first time and was successful in forming government in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to the PTI chairman Imran Khan, he was all set to govern the country as per his anti-corruption drive and agenda for socioeconomic development of the nation. So, it was about his test that how he run the province and to what extent PTI is able to govern the country. This study is qualitative in nature where the primary data was collected from the archives, official record, statements of the government official and official websites. Secondary data was gathered from research articles, newspapers, and journals. Content analyses was utilized for the gathered data so desirable answers could be offered to the research questions. After careful research and analysis, the researcher reached to the conclusion that PTI has successfully contributed to the socioeconomic development of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The outcomes of the research are also validated by the results of next two general elections where the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa voted in majority for PTI and Imran Khan.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Socio-Economic Development
  topic: keywords
subject: Democracy
  topic: keywords
subject: Khyber Pukhtunkhwa
  topic: keywords
subject: Governance
  topic: keywords
subject: PTI
  topic: keywords
creator: Asim Niaz Khan
creator: Nisar Ali Shah
creator: Sher Bao
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 SOCIAL PRISM
date: 2024-09-18
publication date: 2024-09-18
starting page: 67
ending page: 83
doi: 10.69671/n1gjb396

Comparative Analysis of University & Madrasa Students towards Democracy
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description: This study assesses the political attitudes in relation to democracy among university and madrassa students in Pakistan. Owing to different approaches to education in modern universities and Islamic madrassas the students develop different perceptions towards democratic processes. This study explores and compares the political attitudes towards democracy among these two students’ societies, specifically analyzing the social-cultural, educational and ideological factors that influence their attitudes. Therefore, the overall purpose of this study is to understand how educational environments contribute to the knowledge and promotion of democracy among students in order to assess the current state and potential development of democracy in Pakistan. The study uses a comparative research strategy to assess the democratic dispositions of university and madrasa students, relying on principles from political psychology and educational sociology. The results demonstrate that university students, who are groomed in liberal curriculum and critical thinking, view democracy as a tool for promoting civil activism and human rights. On the other hand, the madrasa students who are confined to Islamic teachings, may interpret and practice democracy within the framework of Islamic laws or jurisprudence. This study, therefore, highlights the need for systematic educational changes and the enhancement of the civil subjects’ curriculum within a range of educational systems to cultivate a stronger, united, and more democratic Pakistan. This qualitative study juxtaposes different significant works on the subject to bring forth the important differences in political attitudes of university and madrasa students towards democracy in Pakistan.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Democracy
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Attitude
  topic: keywords
subject: University Students
  topic: keywords
subject: Madrassa Students
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
creator: Ahmad
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 SOCIAL PRISM
date: 2024-09-18
publication date: 2024-09-18
starting page: 58
ending page: 66
doi: 10.69671/v31dve79

Factors Affecting Voting Behavior in Darya Khan A Case Study of General Elections 2018
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description: This research examines the complex factors shaping voter decisions in Darya Khan during the 2018 general election, including leadership, religion, political campaigns, and demographics. By employing a survey technique with a self-structured questionnaire and rigorous data analytic methodologies, this study reveals noteworthy associations between voting patterns and other independent variables, it reveals that leadership skills and party manifestos significantly influence voter preferences, while religion has a subtler but large impact. Demographic factors, such as gender, age, urban-rural divide, income, and occupation, show notable variations in voting behavior. Urban voters differ from rural ones, and gender plays a substantial role. This study contributes valuable insights into electoral dynamics, helping scholars, policymakers, and the public better understand the complexities of voting behavior.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Voting Behavior
  topic: keywords
subject: Darya Khan
  topic: keywords
subject: Democracy
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Participation
  topic: keywords
subject: Social Identity
  topic: keywords
subject: Electoral Process
  topic: keywords
subject: Political Influence
  topic: keywords
subject: Socioeconomic Factors
  topic: keywords
creator: Nisar Ahmed
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 SOCIAL PRISM
date: 2024-09-18
publication date: 2024-09-18
starting page: 37
ending page: 57
doi: 10.69671/6heq5d25

Role Of Non-Governmental Organizations In Promoting Climate Action In Pakistan
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description: This study examined the impact of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on climate action in Pakistan, focusing on their roles, achievements, and challenges. NGOs are pivotal in advancing climate resilience through activities such as disaster risk reduction, ecosystem restoration, renewable energy initiatives, and community-based adaptation. Despite their significant contributions, NGOs face barriers including inconsistent funding, political instability, bureaucratic red tape, and limited public engagement, particularly in rural regions. This paper juxtaposes significant interlinks in the existing research to unearth prominent themes concerning NGOs role in promoting climate action and supplements these with in-depth interviews from relevant stakeholders. The research highlights strategic opportunities for NGOs to enhance their impact, including forming stronger partnerships, leveraging technological innovations, and engaging in policy advocacy. It underscores the importance of addressing these challenges through capacity building and diversified funding to ensure the long-term success of climate initiatives. By effectively navigating these obstacles, NGOs, can play a crucial role in achieving both national and global climate objectives.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Non-governmental Organizations
  topic: keywords
subject: Climate Change
  topic: keywords
subject: Climate Action
  topic: keywords
subject: adaptations
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammad Kaleem Ullah
creator: Muhammad Zubair Khan
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 SOCIAL PRISM https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2024-09-18
publication date: 2024-09-18
starting page: 19
ending page: 36
doi: 10.69671/3hrf6v56

Role of Information Security & Psychopathy on Unethical Behavior: An Empirical Investigation within the Banking Sector
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description: The accounting research have moved towards the study of the "dark" personality disorder—Dark Triad, and its effect on dishonest and unethical behavior in the workplace environment. Fraudsters with dark personality characteristics such as psychopathic personalities are even greater trouble. Some fraudsters are psychopaths but not all. Psychopaths spend a great deal of time and effort constructing and maintaining a persona that helps them get ahead at work, that's why to be known as the dark horse. Many of the people who are psychopath are short time offenders who are just "doing their work," can hold impressions easily, and their victims are few. The study aims to examine the extent of information security psychopathy and its relationship to some beliefs regarding the unethical professional practice by using a sample of accounting professionals specifically "banking personnel". A formal adopted questionnaire is used to collect primary data for the analysis. A total of 357 participants volunteered to respond to the study. The results of the study validate the position that psychopathy at the workplace is the key precursor of banking fraud scandals. Empirical findings also come with the influence of psychopathy on the unethical behavior in the study area. Finally, the study concludes that the psychopathic personalities have a role to play in unethical behavior in professional practices in the context of the banking sector. While when psychopath goes to work place there is unethical practices therefore, information security does not have a role between psychopathy and unethical performance.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Dark Triad
  topic: keywords
subject: Psychopathy
  topic: keywords
subject: Information Security & Unethical Behavior
  topic: keywords
subject: Common Method Bias
  topic: keywords
creator: Muhammad Taous
creator: Muhammad Waseem Qureshi
creator: Shams ul Arifeen
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 SOCIAL PRISM
date: 2024-09-18
publication date: 2024-09-18
starting page: 1
ending page: 18
doi: 10.69671/kw5e6h90

NATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY BUREAU AND THE PERCEPTION OF POLITICAL VICTIMIZATION: IMPLICATIONS FOR DEMOCRACY IN PAKISTAN
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description: This study examines the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) in Pakistan, focusing on allegations of political victimization despite its mandate to combat corruption. Through qualitative methods like literature review, media analysis, and interviews, it assesses how NAB's actions shape public perception and political discourse. Additionally, it explores the impact of perceived political victimization on Pakistani democracy, highlighting the broader challenges of governance and accountability in the country's history. The findings emphasize the necessity of impartiality and transparency in strengthening democratic stability, underscoring the importance of effective accountability mechanisms.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: National accountability bureau
  topic: keywords
subject: victimization
  topic: keywords
subject: accountability
  topic: keywords
subject: anti-corruption
  topic: keywords
subject: democracy
  topic: keywords
subject: Pakistan
  topic: keywords
creator: Israr Bibi
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 SOCIAL PRISM
date: 2024-05-04
publication date: 2024-05-04
starting page: 54
ending page: 63
doi: 10.69671/1z513r70