Analyzing Hellenistic Elements in Keats’s Poetry- with Special Reference to His Tales in Verse
This study incorporates elements of myths and feministic beauty in inter-contextual structure in John Keats' poetry. This research is majorly concerned with the use of ancient Greek mythology and the elements of feminine beauty in Keats' mythological poetry. The study investigates Keats's search for truthfulness and beauty, his identification of love for poetry and his creation of his poetic genius with special reference to feminine beauty in his poetic works. The research is descriptive and qualitative in nature the framework is established by reviewing related poems and previous literature. Thus the data is generated from two main sources, the primary source which includes the selected poetry of John Keats and the secondary source which includes reviews of previous literary work. The Textual Analysis Method of Research is followed as the theoretical framework of Hellenism that comprehends a certificate for the conclusion of research problems.
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Hellenistic Elements, Keats Poetry, Medieval Themes, National Characteristics of the Greeks
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(1) Sana Riaz
Demonstrator, Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Ayaz Ahmad Aryan
Lecturer, Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Marina Khan
Lecturer, Department of English, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, KP, Pakistan.
A Comparative Analysis of Single Nation Curriculum with the Previous National Curriculum
The current paper critically reviews the Single Nation Curriculum to verify the claims made by the document after its launching in 2020 as being the first policy document for educational reformation at the national level after several decades. The analysis compares the document with the National Curriculum (2006) which has been acknowledged as the main reference document in the preparation of the Single Nation Curriculum. The paper analyses various sections of the document, with a focus on English language teaching, to expose that the new curriculum is only an imitation of the previous 2006 curriculum without introducing any significant change in the policy, content, and methodology. The paper hopes to raise awareness among the policymakers and authors of SNC about establishing connections between research and practice, hence augmenting professional development with a focus on improved practices in the area of education and curriculum development.
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Single Nation Curriculum, Curriculum, Assessment, Teaching Methodology, Pedagogy
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(1) Jabreel Asghar
Faculty Member, Higher Colleges of Technology, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates,
(2) Asif Ahmad
Assistant Professor, Begum Nusrat Bhutto University for Women, Sukkur, Sindh, Pakistan.
An Analytical Study of Political Philosophy of Dr. Israr Ahmad about Caliphate
Islam is a complete religion that addresses every facet of existence. Islam's political structure is based on the caliphate. During the early years of Islam, the Pious Caliphate ruled for over three decades. Since then, there has been debate and conflict over whether the Caliphate can be revived on its original principles. The author of this essay, Dr. Israr Ahmed, who founded the Tanzeem-e-Islami organization, the Society of Khudam-ul-Quran, and served as the Caliphate's preacher, presents and analyzes his points of view on this topic. He dedicated his entire life to educating Pakistan's population about the actual political system of Islam and how Pakistan is falling behind. His opinions on the state of democracy, the political system, the problem of dual citizenship, and Islamic institutions in the context of the Caliphate in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan are discussed in the article.
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System, Caliphate, Governance, Nationality, Legislative, Shariat
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(1) Imran Ahmad
Ph.D. Scholar, Department of Pakistan Studies, The Islamia University, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Mian Saeed Ahmad
Assistant Professor, Department of Pakistan Studies, The Islamia University, Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan.
Drivers of Ethnic Terrorism: Case of Baloch Nationalist Movement (BNM)
This research article examines the potential drivers of ethnic terrorism. The ethnic component has typically been ignored by terrorism academia, which has instead concentrated on developing theories that can explain all terrorist violence. The research does cover attributes of ethnic terrorism, whether it is a notion of nationalism or beyond depending on the case. This study focuses on the ethnic groups that why resort to violence to achieve their objective. The research tested the cause of ethnic terrorism based on three theoretical frameworks: political repression, economic grievances and elite competition. The research focuses on the factors driving the Baloch nationalist movement and the adoption of violence by Baloch separatist groups in Pakistan. In the case of Balochistan, three respective hypotheses are built and analyzed. The results demonstrate that political repression raises the risk of ethnic terrorism, although economic resentments or competitive elites are typically not linked to this type of violence
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Ethnic Terrorism, Baloch Nationalist Movement, Political Repression, Economic Grievances
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(1) Maryam Nawaz
PhD Student in International Relations, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Shahzad Akhtar
Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Muhammad Faizan Asghar
PhD Student in International Relations, School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Allegorizing Nation Building in Fiction: An Analysis of Mumtaz Shahnawaz’s The Heart Divided
The present paper is a New Historicist analysis of Mumtaz Shahnawaz's novel The Heart Divided (1957). Keeping in view the theoretical postulates of Stephen Greenblatt, the paper analyzes the literary text in conjunction with the author's life and time to evaluate how the different prevailing political discourses impacted the text. During the turbulent times of the Partition of the Subcontinent, the significance of the social and political forces that prompted the author to write the novel cannot be denied. Shahnawaz herself was a political activist during the Independence Movement so she closely witnessed the process of nation building and the emergence of the concept of Two Nation Theory so she incorporates these details in her fictional work. As a New Historicist study, this paper assumes that the selected fictional text has been shaped by the time and place in which it was produced and that it reflects the time and place it is set so the study explores the cultural forces surrounding the text and infusing meaning to it.
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New Historicism, Nation building, Fictionalization, Narrative, History
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(1) Amina Ghazanfar
Lecturer, Department of English UGS, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Fayaz Ahmad Kumar
Lecturer, Department of ELT, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
The Prominent Leftist Leaders of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: An Appraisal
The history of leftist politics in NWFP (present-day Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) draws significantly less attention in scholarly and academic journals on national and international politics than other topics do. This was because of Pakistan's alliance with the US-led capitalist camp right after independence in 1947, which made it difficult for its leftist leaders to carry out their program. Throughout the Cold War era (1945-93) the leftist political parties in Pakistan in general and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in particular were incapable of consolidating their position in the post-colonial period and consequently remained marginalized in electoral politics. Despite severe state repression and cracks down, many of the notable leftist leaders of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continued to carry out their work. However, the list of these leaders is very long and could not be covered by a single research paper. Therefore, this study aims at highlighting the family background, biographies, and political achievements of only selected Six leftist leaders of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
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Leftist, Marxist, Nationalist, Pakhtun, Progressive, Revolutionary
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(1) Mohammad Ayaz
Lecturer/In-charge Chairman, Department of Pakistan Studies, Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
(2) Shakila Naz
Assistant Professor, Department of Geography, Government Girls Post Graduate College, Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
(3) Fayyaz Ali
Assistant Professor, Department of Pakistan Studies and Political Science, University of Science and Technology, Bannu, KP, Pakistan.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-I).01 10.31703/gssr.2025(X-I).01 Published : Mar 2025Terrorism and U.S. Drone Strikes in Pakistan: Implications of Pakistan’s Post-9/11 Alliance with the United States on its National Security
Pakistan and the United States have had a history of complex relations since the former's inception. After the 9/11 attacks, changes were observed in the foreign policy of the United States towards Pakistan, followed by a strategic shift in Pakistan’s approach towards its ally in Afghanistan. This study aims to analyze the implications of the post-9/11 Pak-U.S. alliance by examining the impacts of terrorism and U.S. drone strikes on Pakistan’s national security. The theoretical framework focuses on John Mearsheimer’s theory of offensive realism. The study employs qualitative research methodology and focuses on secondary data. This research argues that as a result of the post-9/11 Pak-U.S. alliance, the national security of Pakistan was compromised. This study opines that a pragmatic foreign policy combined with a comprehensive national security approach is of paramount importance to Pakistan in order to survive and progress.
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Afghanistan, Alliance, Drone Strikes, FATA, Foreign Policy, Military Campaign, National Security, Pakistan, Suicide Attacks, Terrorism, United States
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(1) Hafiz Sabir Khan
Graduate, Department of International Relations, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
Animating Identity: The Role of Pakistani Animated Series in Shaping National Narratives
The research investigates animation as a platform for influencing public perception during military events. A qualitative discourse analysis investigates an animated video showing how a nation addresses a regional conflict through its animated depiction of the situation.The research examines three main themes of military power and national recognition together with technological advancement while evaluating how visual storytelling combines symbolic elements and narrative methods to transmit strategic communications. Though marred by technical drawbacks the video successfully portrays ideas about war defense national control and international relations.The research investigates how the animation uses its visuals to depict the war by presenting strong advantages and moral authority from a single perspective while omitting contradictory views. The film implements specific images and emotional content to support both national unity and manipulate public opinions about the events. These studies demonstrate how animated media works as strategic communication while advancing overall political agendas through narrative presentation.
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Animated Media, Strategic Communication, National Identity, National Narratives. Visual Storytelling
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(1) Sumera Gulzar
Lecturer, Institute of Visual Art and Design, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
(2) Errum Ahmad
M.Phil Scholar, Department of Communication and Media Studies, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
(3) Durraj Nadeem Khan Khosa
Lecturer, Institute of Visual Art and Design, Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.
Bharatiya Janata Party’s Nationalistic Policies under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and its Impact on the Indian Muslims
In 2019, Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister of India for the second term. Since his first term in 2014, there has been a surge in Hindu nationalism and a declining secular ethos. Due to these changes in the political landscape of India, there has been enactment of several discriminatory laws against Muslims in Indian Occupied Kashmir and India. Right after coming to power in 2019, Modi revoked articles 370 and 35-a which granted Indian-occupied Kashmir autonomy under the Indian Union. Moreover, the promulgation of the Citizenship Amendment Act has created insecurities for millions of Muslims. These structural policies have shrunk the space for the largest minority of India: the Muslims. There is limited knowledge of the structural policies against Muslims and how it affects them. This study will use the structural violence of Johan Galtung's violence triangle to contextualize the discriminatory policies put in place to marginalize Muslims.
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Narendra Modi, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Hindu Nationalism, Indian Muslims, Structural Violence, Citizenship Amendment Act, Article 370
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(1) Fatima Ahmed
Independent Research Scholar, Pakistan.
(2) Tabish Munir
MPhil Scholar, Faculty of Social Sciences, Quaid e Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
A Critical Constructivist Analysis of Global Media Framing of Hindutva Narratives and Their Impact on Indian Muslims
The current research analyzes how global media frames Hindutva ideology, the political tactics of the BJP, and their influence on Indian Muslims. Employing a Critical Constructivist framework that combines Fairclough's (1992) Three-Dimensional Model of Critical Discourse Analysis(CDA) with Wendt's(1992) Constructivist theory of International Relations, the study analyzes video coverage by BBC, Al Jazeera, and ABC News, 2024. Through text, discursive, and social-practice analysis, the research uncovers how global narratives produce Modi as both a democratic reformer and authoritarian nationalist, commonly equating Hindu cultural identity with state power. The analysis illustrates that international media are not mere observers but active agents in shaping India's global identity and perceptions of its democratic integrity. The critical analysis of language, representation, and ideology highlights how media discourse legitimizes or resists political majoritarianism. The implications focus on the global media's framing of domestic ideologies and call for more critical literacy to decode international news narratives.
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Hindutva, Narendra Modi, Indian Muslims, global media framing, Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), Constructivism, Secularism, Democracy, Religious Nationalism, Minority Rights
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(1) Ahmed Osama Tahir
PhD Scholar, Department of International Relations, Muslim Youth University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
(2) Memona Mujahid
PhD Scholar, Department of English, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.