COURSE OUTLINE

Course Name Pakistan Studies and Global Perspectives Prepared SPRING

Course Code 101 On 2015
Credit Hours 2
Course Prereq. NA Revised FALL
Code Course 2016,
Course Type Common Course outline FALL
Program On 2019
Semester 2 FALL
2021
SPRING
2022
Instructor: Seemab Zafar
Course Description
The course aims at a dispassionate and objective analysis of the various dimensions of Pakistan. It is
designed to enable a balanced perception of the ideological rationale and the political factors &forces that
generated events leading to the creation of Pakistan. Equally important is the knowing of social structure
and ethnic divide, the plural character of Pakistan’s society.
The main strands of Pakistan’s foreign policy ar to be examined in the context of historical constraints,
Geo-strategic location and stresses of contemporary world. Pakistan studies, therefore, should act as a
window to future. Globalization has made the world a global village and our youth actively interacts with
the people belonging to different culture, races, ideologies and religions. There is a strong need to make
our youth aware about the economic challenges facing by Pakistan after 9/11 attacks and Pakistan’s
strategic role in the world scenario.

Program Objectives (POs)

This course is intended to create awareness the students with:

1- The Ideology of Pakistan, why Pakistan was created, and how did it go through the process of
independence.
2- Historical foundations of the Ideology of Pakistan
3- Role of Minorities in Pakistan Movement
4- Land and people of Pakistan
5- Constitution making in Pakistan
6- Evolution of Democratic System in Pakistan
7- Economy of Pakistan
8- Tourist Potential of Pakistan
9- Pakistan in Global Affairs
10- Pakistan in Regional Affairs
11- Major Crops of Pakistan
12- Famous Scientists of Pakistan
13- Literary Personalities of Pakistan

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Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) After completion of the degree, students will be

1- PG1 – Ethical consideration and behavior

PLO 1: Inculcating ethical values and prosocial behavior among students through community support
programs and other related activities.
PLO 2: Ensuring ethical considerations while making effective socialand economic decisions.
PG2- Analytical skills
PLO 3: Developing analytical skills by evaluating current and emerging socialand economic problems to
enhance critical thinking of students.
PG3 – Historical Background of the creation of Pakistan
PLO 4: Complete faith in Pakistan and develop better understanding of its ideology. The Two – Nation
Theory and the efforts of its Founding Fathers.
PLO 5: Developing interpersonal skills by preparing students to work in teams in diverse professional
environment to better understand and to respect the opinion of others.
PG4-Political Awareness
PLO 6: Better understanding of the core social, cultural, ethnic, global and political problems of
Pakistan.
PLO 7: Work for the solidarity and prosperity of Pakistan

Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes

Sr. Studends will be PLO6 PLO7 PLO5 PLO4 PLO1 Domain
No able:

CLO1 To envision the  Cognitive

historical events
that led to creation
of Pakistan.
CLO2 To critically    Cognitive
analyze the
political and
constitutional
structure of
Pakistan
CLO3 To comprehend     Cognitive/Affective
the role of 
Pakistan in the
contemporary
world

Teaching & Learning Methodology

Teaching and learning approaches should foster a sense of understanding and respect, and
sensitize students with emotions and feelings of tolerance towards others. Pakistan Studies is a

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 subject that aims at enhancing students' knowledge about history, culture and geography of
Pakistan and to inculcate patriotism in the hearts of students so that they may become a good
citizen. Teachers may also engage students in project work, group discussions on images and
pictures from the newspapers and magazines that depict moral issues and problems. Experiential
learning be encouraged through community service and field work.
Being teacher of Pakistan Studies, I apply the following methodologies as well;
1. Plan, Implement and Evaluate the Information
2. Class Participation
3. Student’s Presentations regarding assigned topic
4. Use Learning Taxonomies
5. Use Concept Maps
6. Exchange Knowledge with the pupils

Textbook(s)
 Pakistan Studies by M. Ikram Rabbani & Class Hand-outs and Slides
Reference Book(s)
 Pakistan Studies by Dr. Muhammad Sarwar
 Pakistan Studies by Muhammad Sohail Bhatti
 Pakistan Studies by Prof. Manzoor Ahmed Shaikh and Adeel Niaz
 Pakistan Studies by Ikram ul Haq Raja
 Pakistan Studies by Qazi Muhammad Manzoor-ul- Haq and Imtiaz Ahmed Khan.
 Pakistan: A Descriptive Atlas by Rizwana Zahid Ahmed

Research Journals /Papers

 Munir-ul-Anjum &Shanaz Tariq, “ The Role of Christians in the Freedom Movement of
Pakistan,” Pakistan Journal of Social Science (PJSS), Vol.32, No.2 (2012).pp.437- 443
 Important Online Journals for extra knowledge
 1. IPRI Journal
 2. Strategic Studies- ISSI-Journal
 3. IRS- Journal
 4. International Security: MIT Journal
 5. Security Studies- Journal
 6. NDU Journal
 7. Margallah Papers- NDU

Grading Policy
Assessment Instruments Percentage
Quizzes 15
Assignments + project 20
Mid Term Exam 25
Final Exam 40

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Course Outline

Activities Learning
Contents Objectives
Addressed

Orientation Assignment #1  Bythe end of cl

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Ideology of Pakistan Ice Breaker/ Open Discussion students will be
 Introduction/ Overview of the Course outline, Lecture/Discussion: to:
 Teaching methodology and assessment  Instructor Introduction Evaluate role a
criteria,  Introduction to the topic contribution of
 Purpose and reasons of the course leaders in the
Ideology Pakistan Post-Class Assignment development o
 Meaning and definitions of ideology Home assignment 1: ideology of Pak
 Historical foundation of the ideology of Read about Hazrat Mujadid Alf Sani & Shah Waliullah
Pakistan and Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Two Nation Theory
 Facts, History, Experiences
 Services of Mujadid Alf Sani
 Services of Shah Wali Ullah
 Services of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

Historical foundations of the Submission of Assignment #1 Bythe end of cla

Ideology of Pakistan Review of pre-class assignment students will be ab
o Question answer from previous session Critically analyze
Why Pakistan? Discussion/Lecture events and factors
o 15 minutes discussion on the personality of to the creation of P
 Bitter experiences of Muslims Under the Hazrat Mujadid Alf Sani & Shah Waliullah and Sir Syed
British rule Ahmed Khan.
 Partition of Bengal Home assignment 2:
 Its significance in Indian Politics Read about some of the leading Muslim personalities
 Annulment of the partition of Bengal and their services during the Muslim downfall era in the
sub-continent
 Lucknow Pact
 Nehru Report

Historical foundations of the Review of pre-class assignment Students will be in a

Ideology of Pakistan to understand the c
 Round Table Conferences o Question answer from previous session environment of subco
 Election of 1937& Congress Ministries which gave momen
 Lahore Resolution 1940 o Discussion/Lecture Pakistan Movement.
 3rd June Plan, Red Cliff Award o Assignment # 2

Pakistan Movement Quiz #1 Students will be capabl

 Role of Minorities in Pakistan Movement & understand the role of
in the Creation of Pakistan Christiana in independ
movement

Present Pakistan Review of pre-class assignment After explanation, Stud

 Land and people of Pakistan o Question answer from previous session will be able to understa
 Geography & basic information about Lecture/Discussion: topography of Pakistan
Pakistan Home assignment 3: untapped Potential of T
 Glaciers, Lakes, Mountains, Rivers, Read about Constitutional development in Pakistan in Pakistan. Compare a
contrast the five geogra
Seaports,
regions of Pakistan

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Pakistan – Constitution Development
Constitution making in Pakistan
 Brief Introduction of 1956 and 1962
constitutions
 1973 Constitution with important
amendments
Review of previous class Students will be able to
o Question answer from previous session the journey of constitut
Lecture / Discussion: making of Pakistan. At
Assignment # 2 of class, studends will b
position to understand t
amendment procedure i
constitution of Pakistan

Pakistan – Political Evolution Since Review of previous class Students will be able to
1971 o Question answer from previous session identify political and
Lecture / Discussion: constitutional phases an
 Evolution of Democratic System in
developments in shapin
Pakistan pakistan’s political syst
 Civil-Military Relations in Pakistan Civil Military Relatio
Pakistan.
Economy of Pakistan Review of previous class Students will be able to
 Main Sector of the Economy o Question answer from previous session understand the strength
 Natural resources Lecture / Discussion: weaknesses of Pakistan
 Imports & Exports, Balance of Trade Revision for Mid Term Economic Sector. Desc
and analyze the current
situation of Pakistan fro
economic perspective.
MID EXAMS
Tourist Potential of Pakistan Mid Term’s result discussion
o Queries of Midterm exam Explain beautiful
 Murree, Bhurban, Patriata, Galyat, Swat, Lecture/Discussion resorts of Pakistan. S
 Chitral, Kaghan Valley, Baltistan, will be able to debate
Gilgit,Hunza, Kalash, Skardu, Kalam, how Pakistan can g
foreign income thro
tourist potential.
Pakistan in Global Affairs Assignment # 3 Students will be able to
understand the changin
 Post 9/11 Foreign Policy of Pakistan Class discussion on Pakistan’s relations with America international environme
 Pakistan and India Relations Since 1947 and India 9/11 attacks
 The Kashmir Issue
 Pakistan and US relations and “War on
Terror”
Pakistan in Regional Affairs Quiz # 3 At the end of class, stud
Class discussion on Role of Pakistan in Regional affairs. will able to understand
 Pakistan s Role in the Region of Pakistan in regional
 Regional Cooperation Organizations organizations.
(SAARC, ECO, SCO) and the Role of
Pakistan

Major Crops of Pakistan and their input in Lecture / Discussion:

Pakistan Economy Group presentations on major crops of Pakistan Discuss major crops an
 Wheat input in Pakistan econo

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  Cotton
 Rice
 Sugarcane
 Maize
Famous Scientists of Pakistan Lecture / Discussion: Students will able to
Quiz # 4 understand famous scie
 Introduction of Important Scientists of of Pakistan and their se
Pakistan
 Abdus Salam, theoretical physicist (Nobel
Laureate 1979) · Atta-ur-Rahman,
chemist · Abdul Qadeer Khan,
metallurgical engineer.

Pakistan in Pursuit of Global Agenda -I Lecture/Discussion Students will be able to

 Sustainable developmental goals and Students raise questions, seek clarifications, discuss explain about sustainab
Pakistan different related knowledge developmental goals an
 Pakistan’s role in global peace and Assignment # 4 Pakistan role on enviro
security issue and global peace.

Pakistan in Pursuit of Global Agenda-II Lecture/Discussion: Student will be able to

 Global Environmental Problems knowledge about globa
warming, As a develop
and Pakistan : National country what problems
commitments on Climate Change facing by Pakistan now
(Pakistan’s climate change challenge,
Deforestation, Air pollution, Species extinction,
Ozone layer depletion and Global Warming)
Completion of Syllabus Resolve the student’s q
Revision through question, answ
session
FINAL EXAMS