Abstract
The socio-cultural pattern and trends of the contemporary tribal areas show a mode of change and
development as compared to the past set-up. In this context, the pattern of tribal feud has also under gone
changes which are specifically focused in this study. The uniqueness of the study is that for the first time
this subject is approached scientifically i.e., statistical analysis is carried out for it. The present study aims to
analyze association between Pakhtunwali and feud. Maliks of Dara Adam Khel, FR Kohat who have active
participation and experience in the process of Jirga, are the respondents. The total population of the study
area is 835 and a sample size of 214 is drawn purposively on the basis of criteria mentioned by Sekaran
(2003). The respondents of the study show variation in age, education, income, expanses, residence, family
type and size of the household. Relationship between the two variables i.e., Pakhtunwali and feud, is
measured by using Chi Square test. A significant relationship is found between Pakhtunwali, violence, and
feud. In light of the study findings it is recommended that revival of Pakhtunwali based on brotherhood
needs to be encouraged. The use of arms should be banned and Political Agent should play his role in this
respect.