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  Lost in Language: The Struggles of Pakistani Students in a Multilingual Maze In Pakistan, where linguistic diversity should be celebrated as a national strength, it has instead become a silent struggle—especially for students. From the earliest stages of life, children are caught in a confusing web of languages that do not align with their environment, educational system, or spiritual experience. This mismatch is far more than a second-language learning issue; it represents a deep-rooted crisis that hinders intellectual development, suppresses identity, and fractures the student’s connection with both society and self. To ignore this issue is to continue failing the very generation entrusted with the country's future. A child in Pakistan is typically raised in a mother tongue—Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto, Balochi, Saraiki, or another regional language. This is the language of love, storytelling, and early thought. However, as the child steps into public life, especially in urban a...

  Human Rights or Cultural Imperialism? A Critical Examination of Western Interventions in Afghanistan Human rights are universally acknowledged as essential for human dignity and social justice. However, the way they are defined, enforced, and exported has increasingly become a subject of critical debate, especially among scholars and observers from the Global South. While the ideal of protecting individuals from abuse and promoting freedom is noble, the selective and strategic application of human rights—primarily by Western nations—raises questions about their sincerity and true intentions. In many cases, human rights discourse is not just a moral language but a geopolitical tool, used by powerful states to shape or even dominate the internal affairs of weaker nations. This practice becomes particularly problematic when it involves imposing alien values on societies with entirely different historical, religious, and cultural foundations. A powerful illustration of this pheno...

  Success in the Modern World: Success is a concept that shapes our lives, aspirations, and self-assessment, though it’s true meaning remains elusive. Often defined as the achievement of goals or fulfilment of societal expectations, success encompasses more than promotions, material possessions, or accolades. True success is about personal fulfilment, inner peace, and a sense of purpose—qualities that transcend conventional benchmarks and evolve over time. This essay explores the multifaceted nature of success, shaped by personal, cultural, and societal influences, and argues that it cannot be confined to a singular definition. Success is not just a personal pursuit; it is interconnected with collective progress. While individual success is often celebrated, it is important to consider the broader context in which it exists. Success reflects not only personal achievements but also contributions to society. For instance, an entrepreneur's success is not only in creating wealth b...

  Corruption: Its History, Types, and Global Impact At its core, corruption is the misuse of power or authority to gain personal benefits, often at the expense of the public. It can range from minor acts of bribery to large-scale embezzlement of national funds. Corruption isn’t just about taking bribes; it also includes nepotism, favouritism, and kickbacks, among other dishonest practices. In fact, corruption can pervade various sectors, from government institutions and businesses to civil services and even everyday life. Corruption, often referred to as the abuse of power for personal gain, is one of the most pervasive issues facing societies around the world. It transcends borders, affects economies, and undermines governance systems, regardless of a country’s level of development. While the word “corruption” typically conjures images of politicians accepting bribes or businesspeople engaging in unethical practices, its true definition is much broader and more complex. Corr...