This book explores Pakistan s internal and external political dynamics within the framework of its post-colonial strategic culture. Since gaining independence, Pakistan has charted a course distinct from India s, shaped by unique geopolitical challenges and ideological forces. The book seeks to uncover the underlying factors driving Pakistan s behavior on the regional and international stage. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the nation's political thought, institutional structures, and evolving foreign policy. Organized into six thematic chapters, it examines key issues such as civil-military relations, governance models, security priorities, and diplomatic strategies. This book offers valuable insights into the complexity of Pakistan s political identity and its impact on both domestic affairs and global interactions.
Introduction.- Chapter 1: Strategic Culture and Colonialism.- Chapter 2: Post Independence State Making and Evolution of Foreign Policy of Pakistan.- Chapter 3: Political and Governance System of Pakistan.- Chapter 4: Mapping Pakistans Strategic Culture.- Chapter 5: Making Sense of the Post Colonial Strategic Culture of Pakistan.- Conclusion: Critical Analysis of Pakistan from the Perspective of Post Colonial Strategic Culture.
Dr. Sania Muneer is a postdoctoral fellow at SOAS University of London. Her major works are on government and politics, minority rights, implementing blasphemy law, and pro-women legislation. She worked as an Assistant Professor at the School of Integrated Social Sciences, University of Lahore. She holds her PhD degree in social sciences and a split degree from Royal Holloway University of London.
Dr. Saroj Kumar Aryal is an Assistant Professor at the University of Warsaw with a PhD in International Relations. His expertise includes small states in international affairs, regional security dynamics in South Asia, particularly India- China relations, India s foreign policy, area studies, and regional security complexities. He s published two monographs and numerous scholarly articles and teaches courses aligned with his research areas.
