Socio-Political Factors of Political Instability in Pakistan: An Analysis of Structure, Processes and Institutions- A Case Study of General Pervez Musharraf Era (1999- 2008)

Abstract

The political system of Pakistan is so complex and unpredictable due to a major rule of its establishment or military leadership in the internal and the external politics of the country. This research work have tried to have a deep look of the political situation, in the country and the factors that led to the perpetual political instability. Political engagement is necessary for a state's development, while institutionalization is required for political participation. This study investigates Pakistan's socio- political factors from 1999 to 2008 in relation to the function of political and economic system by using a questionnaire survey. It also emphasizes how, as a result of the military regime's changes, the culture of political parties changed dramatically during the Musharraf era. The outcomes of the study suggests that instead of having intensive power and a long duration of regime military occupants has not done much to make the country economically and politically stable.