Radicalization has a long history in Pakistan and its spread among various segments of society has long been debated. Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies and the Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, jointly conducted an empirical quantitative research study to identify… Read full survey report: [embeddoc url="http://archive.pakpips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/07.pdf" download="all" viewer="google" ]
Pakistani madaris are perceived as a catalyst factor promoting orthodox views. Many analysts view that their role in shaping the views of the masses and their students is a serious concern for many. Their affiliation with political, sectarian and militant organizations is also a major… Read full survey report: [embeddoc url="http://archive.pakpips.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/05.pdf" download="all" viewer="google" ]
To understand the media narratives and journalists’ understanding of human rights reporting in Pakistan, the Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) conducted a survey with journalists and media representatives during July and October 2008. The purpose was to comprehend the patterns, quality, treatment and scope of media reporting on human rights issues, and explore the … Read more
The blasphemous caricatures of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) published in the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten and later in some other European countries led to strong and bitter reaction and violent protests in the Muslim world. In Pakistan also, there were violent protests, particularly in major cities such as Lahore , Karachi and Peshawar . Pak Institute for … Read more
This survey conducted by the Pak Institute for Peace Studies (PIPS) targeted two groups: registered political party workers and voters. The objective of this exercise was to identify some of the key determinants of political behaviour in Pakistan. It also explored the nature of party affiliation, levels of grassroots participation in political parties’ internal affairs … Read more