Abstract
Pakistan remained under the military rule most of the time since its
independence. Martial law was imposed by the army chiefs again and
again i.e. in 1958, 1969, 1977 and 1999. All the times military
presented the same reason for dismissal of civilian governments
including corruption, political disorder, economic failure etc.
Ironically Gen. Yahya Khan, Chief Martial Law Administrator (CMLA)
in 1969 also presented the same reason when he dissolved the
government Field Martial Ayub Khan. Military remained a potent
factor in the politics of Pakistan not only when it was in power directly
but also during the civilian interludes. This research paper examines
the role of internal and external factors leading to direct military
intervention in politics. The study questions include as to how Mullah,
judiciary and political parties have strengthened the military regimes.
Why did the external powers especially the US provide support to
military regimes to achieve their own interests in the region? Using
primary and secondary sources, the study concludes that military has
been intervening in Pakistan’s politics particularly due to strong
support within the society and institutions of the state and it remains in
process of decision making either directly or indirectly. The study also
analyzes application of Turkish Model of Democracy
Samina Batool, Amna Mahmood. (2017) MILITARY REGIMES AND PROSPECTS OF LONG TERM DEMOCRACY IN PAKISTAN, Pakistan , Volume 53, Issue 1.
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