Abstract
Sectarianism has badly influenced the Northern Areas of Gilgit Baltistan.
Although the character of society in Baltistan region is mainly heterogeneous,
yet every section of the society has remained nonviolent and cooperative with
each other. However, in post 1970s era, the world saw a frightful fracture in the
fabrics of social structure, when peaceful throngs started to think and treat
others on the sectarian lines. Modern history has witnessed tremendous increase
in unpleasant occurrence. It not only produced a wave of fear and hatred in the
society but also distorted the existing political commotions. The ominous
categorization of political factions on sectarianism has not only accelerated the
hostilities in Gilgit Baltistan but has also shaken the trembling economy. This
economic disparity between local and national level has created a strong sense
of deprivation among the inhabitants of the region. In fact, Baltistan has no
bona fid representation in the Parliament of Pakistan. Similarly, Gilgit Baltistan
Legislative Assembly is incapable of legislation and judiciary of the region
cannot exercise powers as compared to judiciary in other parts of the country.
This situation is causing futile functioning of administration against
sectarianism.
Muhammad Rizwan, Hafiz Nasiruddin. (2017) Roots of Sectarian Identity: A Pestering Factor in Gilgit-Baltistan, Putaj Humanities And Social Science, Volume-24, Issue-1.
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