
Quality of Democracy in Pakistan: 2024
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As an independent, non-partisan think tank, PILDAT has been committed to analysing and publishing periodic reviews on the state
This is Urdu version of “Quality of Democracy in Pakistan: 2024”.
One of the major issues confronting democratic governance in Pakistan has been that State institutions have often overstepped outside of
This is Urdu version of “Judiciary and the Parliament: January 2024”.
Extension in the tenure of services chiefs, especially that of the Chiefs of the Army Staff in Pakistan has been
This is Urdu version of “Extension of Services Chiefs’ Term: January 2024”.
The mayhem witnessed on May 09 and 10, 2023, where various mobs allegedly led by the PTI workers targeted and
This is Urdu version of “Mayhem of May 9, 2023 & Impact on Inter-Institutional Relations in Pakistan: January 2024”.
Dr. Arif Alvi was handpicked by Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr. Imran Khan, to be elected as 13th President of
Democracy in Pakistan is stuck in a familiar and deepening rut at the end of 2023. The past year
This is Urdu version of “Quality of Democracy in Pakistan 2023”.
As an independent, non-partisan think tank, PILDAT has been analysing and publishing periodical reviews on state and quality of democracy
This is Urdu version of “State of Democracy in Pakistan 2022”.
In keeping with its traditions of documenting proceedings of various activities and discussions, PILDAT is sharing a brief report of
PILDAT, has termed the perception of the pre-electoral process leading up to General Election 2018 to be Unfair. This conclusion
The Assessment of the Quality of Democracy in Pakistan 2017 is a report prepared by PILDAT to evaluate the quality
The Assessment of the Quality of Democracy in Pakistan 2016 is a report prepared by PILDAT to evaluate the quality
PILDAT nationwide poll on Public Opinion on Quality of Democracy in Pakistan: Third Year of Federal and Provincial Governments: June
This is Urdu Version of “Assessment of the Quality of Democracy in Pakistan 2015”
The Assessment of the Quality of Democracy in Pakistan 2015 is a report prepared by PILDAT to evaluate the quality
PILDAT has been assessing the quality of democracy in Pakistan since 2002. In 2013, for the first time, PILDAT commissioned
The PILDAT Democracy Monitor attempts to delineate the various evelopments, both negative and positive, that have affected the quality of
The Assessment of the Quality of Democracy in Pakistan, June 2013 – December 2014 is a report prepared by PILDAT
This is Urdu version of Report on “Assessment of the Quality of Democracy in Pakistan, June 2013 to December 2014”.
The existing election process in Pakistan grants each party a number of reserved seats that are proportional to the number of general seats they win in an election. Over
This is Urdu version of “Improving the System of Reserved Seats for Women and Non-Muslims in Pakistani Legislatures”.
Political finance is a critical area for any democracy that significantly influences the functioning of its democratic processes. It is regulated through checks and balances on the raising, spending
This is Urdu version of “State of Political Finance in Pakistan (2024)”.
Participation of citizens in the political process, particularly in the electoral process, is at the heart of every democracy. To want to participate, however, citizens must have confidence in
This is Urdu version of “Citizens’ Report on Implementation of Third Strategic Plan of Election Commission of Pakistan (2019-2023)”.
Pakistan, the world’s fifth largest democracy, held its 12th General Election on February 8, 2024, marking the largest mobilization of polling staff and material in the country’s history. Since
This is Urdu version of “Pakistan’s 12th General Election (2024) Score Card on On Experts’ Perceptions of Electoral Integrity”.
Pakistan’s 12th General Election was held on February 8, 2024, making it the largest mobilization of polling staff and material in the history of the country. Here, we must
This is Urdu version of “ASSESSMENT OF THE QUALITY OF GENERAL ELECTION 2024”.
As an Independent non- partisan think tank, PILDAT has been analysing and publishing reviews on Citizens’ Report on Implementation of Election Commission’s Strategic Plan for the last decade. The
The briefing paper on Missing Young Voters of Pakistan addresses the critical issue of the under-representation of youth in Pakistan’s electoral process. The paper is compiled so as to
This is Urdu version of “Missing Young Voters in Pakistan: 2024”.
It is unfortunate that while Pakistan was better prepared than at any other time in its history to hold a free, fair and professionally managed 11th General Election, many political
The state of Civil-Military relations in Pakistan continue to be the biggest stumbling block to consolidation of democracy in Pakistan. In 2018, Pakistan has been ruled directly by Military for
With the belief that citizens, especially youth, must make informed electoral choices based on understanding of party pledges contained in party manifesto ahead of each General Election, PILDAT has continued
PILDAT, has termed the perception of the pre-electoral process leading up to General Election 2018 to be Unfair. This conclusion was reached after carrying out a pre-election assessment using an
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong parliament. A very limited work has been done for the development of political parties
This is Urdu version of “Caretaker Government: Role and Functions under the Elections Act, 2017”. Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong parliament. A very limited work has been done for the development of political parties
This is Urdu version of “Elections Act, 2017 | Polling Day and Result Consolidation Process”. Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong parliament. A very limited work has been done for the development of political parties
This is Urdu version of “Responsibilities of Political Parties and Candidates in Election Process” Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong parliament. A very limited work has been done for the development of political
This is Urdu version of “The Elections Act, 2017 | Election Disputes Resolution Mechanism”. Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Punjab equips residents with information to actively participate in their local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens on their rights and simplifying
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa equips residents with the information needed to actively participate in local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens on their rights
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local government, and political dynamics and
This briefing paper aims to provide an overview of the South Punjab Secretariat’s role in decentralizing administration and enhancing service delivery. It outlines the rationale behind its creation, the achievements
This is Urdu version of “This is Urdu version of “South Punjab Secretariat: Role, Mandate & Functions”.
Since 2002, Pakistan has celebrated democratic transfer of power from one government to the other despite the flaws in election and the influence of military in decision making and governance.
This is Urdu version of “Creation of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC): January 2024”.
This is Urdu version of “Judiciary and the Parliament: January 2024”.
Dr. Arif Alvi was handpicked by Prime Minister of Pakistan, Mr. Imran Khan, to be elected as 13th President of Pakistan in September 2018. His Constitutional term as President ended
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Pakistan
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – January 2025
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Sentencing
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – December 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Parliament
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – November 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Passage
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – October 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: PM
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – September 2024
The Policy Discussion Paper – The National Security Committee: How can the NSC strengthen its structure & initiate a strategic dialogue on improving inter-institutional relations in Pakistan has been
This is Urdu version of “The National Security Committee: How can the NSC strengthen its structure and initiate a strategic dialogue on improving inter-institutional relations in Pakistan”.
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Former
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – AUGUST 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: SC
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – JULY 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Azm-e-Istehkam:
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – JUNE 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Anniversary
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – May 2024
PILDAT conducts a review of the performance of the National Security Committee (NSC) from the citizens’ perspective annually. Each year, we have chosen the performance period based on the
This is Urdu Version of “Performance of the National Security Committee – April 11, 2023 – March 4, 2024″
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Senate
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – April 2024
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included occasionally. In this issue: Election
Evolution of Federalism in Australia is a PILDAT paper that highlights evolution of fiscal federalism in Australia. The paper is authored by Dr. Moeen Cheema, Associate Professor at the
This is Urdu version of “Evolution of Federalism in Australia”.
The Elections (Amendment) Bill 2020 was introduced in the National Assembly of Pakistan on October 16, 2020. The Bill was referred to the National Assembly Standing Committee on Parliamentary Affairs
Revisiting Eighteenth Amendment and the NFC Awards is a PILDAT paper written to contextualize the conversation in Pakistan on some aspects of the Eighteenth Amendment and the NFC Awards.
This is Urdu version of “Revisiting Eighteenth Amendment and the NFC Awards”.
Unlike the rest of the world where poliovirus had decreased by over 99% since 1988, Pakistan remains one of the only two countries of the world where polio virus not
This is Urdu version of “The Polio Emergency in Pakistan”. Unlike the rest of the world where poliovirus had decreased by over 99% since 1988, Pakistan remains one of the
Required Reforms in Parliamentary Budget Process in Pakistan is a compilation of proposals developed by PILDAT for reforming Parliamentary budget process in Pakistan. The reform proposals were shared with Chair
Proposals for resolving the Kashmir Dispute, a briefing paper by PILDAT, was first written and published by PILDAT in June 2005. The second edition of the paper is reprinted in
Effective Role in Committees, A Briefing Paper for Women Legislators in Pakistan has been prepared by PILDAT for the benefit of female legislators across Pakistan’s Parliament and Provincial Assemblies. Women
This is Urdu version of “Effective Role in Committees: A Briefing Paper for Women Legislators in Pakistan. Version: November 06, 2019”. Effective Role in Committees, A Briefing Paper for Women
Since 2002, Pakistan’s Parliament and Provincial Assemblies have seen an unprecedented increase in the number of female legislators. With 20.2% seats held by female legislators in the National Assembly
This is Urdu version of “How to be an Effective Legislator: Background Paper for Women Legislators”. Since 2002, Pakistan’s Parliament and Provincial Assemblies have seen an unprecedented increase in the
Right To Information In Punjab : Background Paper For PIOs briefs that Citizens’ access to public related information and services in a transparent, accountable, effective and efficient way is of
This is Urdu Version of “Right to Information in Punjab : Background Paper (For Public Information Officers)”.
E-Governance Initiatives by Government of National Capital Territory (NCT ), Delhi, India is a background EPaper authored by Mr. Rajesh Sharma, Member, Government of Delhi, IT Task Force, India for
Harnessing Technology forBetterGovernance: The Indian Experience is a background Paper authored by Prof. M. V. Rajeev Gowda, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, India for the benefit of participants of the
Poverty Analytics and Outcomes in India is a background paper authored by Mr. Sanjeev S. Ahluwalia, Advisor, Observer Research Foundation, India, for the benefit of participants of the Pakistan-India Legislators
Poverty and Agriculture Development in India is a background paper authored by Mr. Vijay Sardana, PGDM P(IIMA), M.Sc. (Food Tech.) (CFTRI), B.Sc. (Dairy Tech.) PG Dipl. in Int’l Trade Laws
Poverty in Pakistan: A Brief Overview is a background Paper authored by Prof. Dr. S. Akbar Zaidi, Political Economist, Pakistan for the benefit of participants of the Pakistan-India Legislators and
Agriculture and Dairy Development in India Lessons for Developing Countriesis a Background Paper authored by Mr. Vijay Sardana, PGDM (IIMA), M.Sc. (Food Tech.) (CFTRI), B.Sc. (Dairy Tech.)PG Dipl. in Int’l
Developments in the Livestock and Dairy Development Sector Punjab, Pakistan is a Background Paper authored by Mr. Muhammad Irfan Khalid, Deputy Secretary, Livestock and Dairy Development Department, Government of Punjab,
Peformance of Agriculture in two Punjabs is a Background Paper authored by Prof. Dr. Iqrar Ahmad Khan, Vice Chancellor, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan for the benefit of participants of
PILDAT in association with the Lokniti: Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS) (www.csds.in) facilitated the first round of the third India-Pakistan Legislators and Public Officials Dialogue on Sharing
PILDAT in association with Centre for Research in Rural and Industrial Development (CRRID) (www.crrid.res.in) facilitated the second round of the third India-Pakistan Legislators and Public Officials Dialogue on Sharing of
The Senate of Pakistan will complete its parliamentary year 2024-2025 on April 09, 2025. The first sitting of the Senate for this parliamentary year was held on April 09,
The first parliamentary year of the 16th National Assembly of Pakistan began on February 29, 2024. This report analyses the performance of the Assembly in the 12 months that
The Senate of Pakistan completed its parliamentary year 2023-2024 on March 11, 2024. The Citizens’ Report on Performance of the Senate of Pakistan 2023-2024 examines how well the Senate
This is Urdu Version of Senate of Pakistan ki Karkardagi: Parlimani saal 2023-2024 – Awami report
One of the major issues confronting democratic governance in Pakistan has been that State institutions have often overstepped outside of their constitutional domains and encroached inside the domain of functions
Comparison of Five-Year Performance of Four Provincial Assemblies of Pakistan has been prepared by PILDAT to analyse performance of these Assemblies. The report has been prepared by PILDAT in
This is Urdu Version of Five year Performance of 15th National Assembly of Pakistan- August 13, 2018-August 09, 2023
As the Senate of Pakistan completed its parliamentary year 2022-2023 on March 11, it also celebrated the Golden Jubilee anniversary of its advent in the month of March 2023
This is Urdu Version of The Senate of Pakistan: Parliamentary Year 2022-2023 – A Citizens’ Report on Performance
The 14th National Assembly of Pakistan completed its 5-years term on May 31, 2018. In keeping with the PILDAT tradition of compiling assessment of performance of the National Assembly
The 15th National Assembly of Pakistan has completed four (4) years of its five (5) year term on August 12, 2022. In keeping with the PILDAT tradition of compiling
This is Urdu Version of Four Years of the 15th National Assembly of Pakistan A Citizens’ Report on Performance – August 2022
The Senate of Pakistan completed its parliamentary year 2021-2022 on March 11, 2022 which also coincided with oath- taking of half of the Senate members on March 12, 2021
This is Urdu version of “The Senate of Pakistan: Parliamentary Year 2021-2022 – A Citizens’ Report on Performance”.
The 15th National Assembly of Pakistan has officially completed three years of its 5-year term on August 12, 2021. In keeping with the PILDAT tradition of compiling assessment of performance
This is Urdu Version of Three Years of the 15th National Assembly of Pakistan A Citizens’ Report on Performance – August 2021
The PILDAT report draws on the Senate Parliamentary Year Report March 2020-March 2021 based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). 2020, however, was not a year like others in recent
This is Urdu Version of The Senate of Pakistan Parliamentary Year 2020-2021 – A Citizens’ Report on Performance – June 2021
The 15th National Assembly of Pakistan was voted in through Pakistan’s 11th General Election held on July 25 2018.Newly-elected members were administered oath on August 12, 2018. Honourable Mr. Asad
This is Urdu version of “First Two Years of the 15th National Assembly of Pakistan: August 2020”.
The Citizens’ Periodic Report on the National Assembly Special Committee on Kashmir presents the performance of the committee for the parliamentary years 2013-2014; 2014-2015 & 2015-to date (October, 2016).
In June 2016, PILDAT took a first-of-its-kind initiative to assess the performance of the elected leadership of the Senate of Pakistan, traditionally considered the upper house of the parliament. The
This is Urdu Executive Summary of “Scorecards on Honourable MNAs’ Performance : 2015-2016”
This is Urdu version of “Score Card: Provincial Assembly of Balochistan, The Third Parliamentary Year, June 01, 2015 to May 31, 2016”
This document presents the policies of the Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) on COVID-19 Vaccination, and the management of the impact of coronavirus on Education and Economy. These policies were
This document presents the policies of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) on Vaccination, Education and Economy under COVID-19. These policies were shared at the Working Session of the PPP Policy
This document lists down the policies of the Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan (JIP) on COVID-19 Vaccination, and on Education and Economy under COVID-19. These policies were shared at the Working Session of
This document lists down the policies of the Pakistan Muslim League (PML) on COVID-19 Vaccination, and on Education and Economy under COVID-19. These policies were shared at the Working Session
This document presents the policies of the National Party (NP) on COVID-19 Vaccination, and the management of the impact of coronavirus on Education and Economy. These policies were shared at
This document presents the policies of the Awami National Party (ANP) on COVID-19 Vaccination, and the management of the impact of coronavirus on Education and Economy. These policies were shared
The paper depicts the policy strategies of Muttahida Quami Movement Pakistan (MQMP) on vaccination, education and economy under covid-19. These policies are shared at working session of the MQM Policy
This document presents the policies of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on COVID-19 Vaccination, and the management of the impact of coronavirus on Education and Economy. These policies were shared at
The purpose of this report is to summarise and present the details of the Grassroots Policy Forums (GPFs) held in November 2020. Grassroots Policy Forums were consultative sessions held by
This is Urdu Version of Grassroots Policy Forums on COVID-19.
The Briefing Paper titled System of Policy Forums in UK Conservative and Labour Parties has been commissioned by PILDAT to facilitate informed understanding of the process in place by established
This is Urdu Version of System of Policy Forums in UK Conservative and Labour Parties.
The Discussion Paper titled Policy Issues relating to COVID-19 and Need for Policy Formulation by Political Parties has been commissioned by PILDAT to facilitate informed understanding of the management of
This is Urdu Version of Discussion Paper Policy Issues relating to COVID-19.
The Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development And Transparency (PILDAT) under the DAI-Tabeer Consolidating Democracy in Pakistan (CDIP) programme are working to support democratic processes in Pakistan by strengthening the capacity
In keeping with its traditions of documenting proceedings of various activities and discussions, PILDAT is sharing a brief report of the 3 sessions organised and hosted at the 2020 edition
One important factor that impacts the overall quality of democracy is the quality of democracy within the political parties. The parties are the building blocks of a democratic structure. If
This is Urdu version of “Monitor on Internal Democracy of Major Political Parties of Pakistan: August 2018 – August 2019”. One important factor that impacts the overall quality of democracy
The Briefing Paper Comparative Analysis of Local Government Laws in Pakistan has been prepared to provide information to political party officials on the legal remit of local governments and the
This is Urdu version of “Comparative Analysis of Local Government Laws in Pakistan”. The Briefing Paper Comparative Analysis of Local Government Laws in Pakistan has been prepared to provide information
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong Parliament. Tabeer-Consolidating Democracy in Pakistan (CDIP) programme is working to support the democratic processes
This is Urdu version of “Sustainable Development Goal 5: Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls”. Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the
The Briefing Papers on Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation has been prepared to provide background information to political party officials on Pakistan’s international commitments under Sustainable Development
This is Urdu version of “Sustainable Development Goal 6: Ensure Access to Water and Sanitation for All”. The Briefing Papers on Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation has
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong parliament. A very limited work has been done for the development of political parties
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Punjab equips residents with information to actively participate in their local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens on their rights and simplifying
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa equips residents with the information needed to actively participate in local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens on their rights
Citizens’ access to public related information and services in a transparent, accountable, effective and efficient way is of paramount importance for vibrant democratic governance. This has been a challenge in
This is Urdu version of “Right to Information Law: for Women, Minorities, CSOs and Media”. Citizens’ access to public related information and services in a transparent, accountable, effective and efficient
Right To Information In Punjab : Background Paper For PIOs briefs that Citizens’ access to public related information and services in a transparent, accountable, effective and efficient way is of
This is Urdu Version of “Right to Information in Punjab : Background Paper (For Public Information Officers)”.
This is Urdu version of “Landing the Story : A guide to Using RTI in Investigative Journalism”
Pakistan was the first country in South Asia to pass legislation guaranteeing the Right to Information (RTI) in the South Asian Region through the Freedom of Information Ordinance, 2002. Public
This is Sindhi version of PILDAT monthly monitor on “Knowing Your Right to Information for January-February 2016”
This is Urdu version of PILDAT monthly monitor on “Knowing Your Right to Information for January-February 2016”
This is monthly Monitor on Knowing Your Right to Information (RTI) in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation and its implementation during January-February 2016.
Pakistan became the first South Asian country to adopt the Right to Information (RTI)/Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation through passing the Freedom of Information Ordinance (FOIO), 2002. Near-identical laws were
This is Sindhi version of PILDAT monthly monitor on “Knowing Your Right to Information for December 2015”
This is Urdu version of PILDAT monthly monitor on “Knowing Your Right to Information for December 2015”
This is monthly Monitor on Knowing Your Right to Information (RTI) in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation and its implementation during December 2015.
This is monthly Monitor on Knowing Your Right to Information (RTI) in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation and its implementation during November 2015.
This is Sindhi version of monthly Monitor on Knowing Your Right to Information (RTI) in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation and its implementation during
This is Urdu version of monthly Monitor on Knowing Your Right to Information (RTI) in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation and its implementation during
This is monthly Monitor on Knowing Your Right to Information (RTI) in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation and its implementation during October 2015.
This is Urdu version of PILDAT monthly monitor on “Knowing Your Right to Information for November 2015”.
This is Sindhi version of PILDAT Scorecard on Right to Information and its Implementation and Promotion: A Comparative Assessment of 4 Provinces and the Centre is the first-of-its-kind indigenous publication
This is Urdu version of PILDAT Scorecard on Right to Information and its Implementation and Promotion: A Comparative Assessment of 4 Provinces and the Centre is the first-of-its-kind indigenous publication
The PILDAT Scorecard on Right to Information and its Implementation and Promotion: A Comparative Assessment of 4 Provinces and the Centre is the first-of-its-kind indigenous publication which provides a comparative
This is the Sindhi version of PILDAT’s monthly Monitor on the State of Right to Information (RTI) Legislation in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation
This is the Urdu version of PILDAT’s monthly Monitor on the State of Right to Information (RTI) Legislation in Pakistan which takes into account major developments related to RTI legislation
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Punjab equips residents with information to actively participate in their local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens on their rights and simplifying
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa equips residents with the information needed to actively participate in local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens on their rights
Perhaps the biggest question mark on the effectiveness of implementation of the National Action Plan in nearly 3 years of its implementation confronted the State and society through the Faizabad
This is Urdu version of “Monitor on Implementation of National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism in Punjab, Volume 5 : October – December 2017”
The PILDAT Monitor on Implementation of National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism in Punjab covers the third quarter of 2017. This Monitor uses the assessment of progress on implementation of
This is Urdu version of ” Monitor on Implementation of National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism in Punjab, Volume 4″
This is Urdu version of ” Monitor on Implementation of National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism in Punjab, Volume 3″
The PILDAT Monitor on Implementation of National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism in Punjab covers the second quarter of 2017. This Monitor uses the assessment of progress on implementation of
This is Urdu version of “Implementation and Monitoring of the National Action Plan, Volume 2”
The 20-point National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism adopted by an All Parties Conference chaired by the Prime Minister of Pakistan on January 2, 2015 serves as the landmark consensus
The People’s NAP is an attempt by PILDAT to delineate the 20-point National Action Plan into an easy and understandable manner for the citizens. The paper highlights the role of
The 20-point National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism adopted by an All Parties Conference chaired by the Prime Minister of Pakistan on January 2, 2015 serves as the landmark consensus
This is Urdu version of “Monitor : Implementation of National Action Plan to Counter Terrorism in Punjab, Volume 1 : January 2015 – December 2016 ”
The PILDAT Background Paper on Progress of Implementation of the National Action Plan in Punjab has been commissioned so as to introduce a fact-based monitoring of the implementation of NAP.
This is Urdu version of “Implementation and Monitoring of the National Action Plan”
Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) means the resolving of disputes by parties through methods other than adjudication by Courts. ADR includes arbitration, mediation, conciliation and referral to Panchayats. The current law
The Briefing Paper on “Police Budget In Punjab: Issues, Analysis and Recommendations” is prepared for the members of the Provincial Assembly of Punjab. The paper is authored by Mr. Muhammad
Mr. Muhammad Ali Nekokara served the Civil and Police Service of Pakistan for almost 19 years (1995-2014). He has performed various challenging police field assignments in Lahore and ruralareas of
The Briefing Paper on “Police Budget In Sindh: Issues, Analysis and Recommendations” is prepared for the members of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh. The paper is authored by Mr. Muhammad
The PILDATProvincial Rule of Law Index 2016 is the first of its kind indigenous report that has been compiled based on the public opinion survey of 2000 Adult Men and
This media brief is a compilation of proposed reforms originating from PILDAT’s Consultative Sessions held at the Federal and Provincial level on strengths and weaknesses in the provision of Free
This is Urdu version of Media Brief on “Free Legal Aid and Media in Pakistan”.
This is Urdu version of Media Brief on “Policing and Media in Pakistan”.
This media brief is a compilation of proposed reforms originating from PILDAT’s Consultative Sessions held at the Federal and Provincial level on strengths and weaknesses in the Police System in
This is Urdu version of “Evolution of Federalism in Australia”.
This is Urdu version of “Revisiting Eighteenth Amendment and the NFC Awards”.
Effective Role in Committees, A Briefing Paper for Women Legislators in Pakistan has been prepared by PILDAT for the benefit of female legislators across Pakistan’s Parliament and Provincial Assemblies. Women
This is Urdu version of “Effective Role in Committees: A Briefing Paper for Women Legislators in Pakistan. Version: November 06, 2019”. Effective Role in Committees, A Briefing Paper for Women
Since 2002, Pakistan’s Parliament and Provincial Assemblies have seen an unprecedented increase in the number of female legislators. With 20.2% seats held by female legislators in the National Assembly
This is Urdu version of “How to be an Effective Legislator: Background Paper for Women Legislators”. Since 2002, Pakistan’s Parliament and Provincial Assemblies have seen an unprecedented increase in the
Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the foundation of a strong Parliament. Tabeer-Consolidating Democracy in Pakistan (CDIP) programme is working to support the democratic processes
This is Urdu version of “Sustainable Development Goal 5: Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls”. Political Parties are an essential component of any democratic system and the
Citizens’ access to public related information and services in a transparent, accountable, effective and efficient way is of paramount importance for vibrant democratic governance. This has been a challenge in
This is Urdu version of “Right to Information Law: for Women, Minorities, CSOs and Media”. Citizens’ access to public related information and services in a transparent, accountable, effective and efficient
In June 2016, PILDAT took a first-of-its-kind initiative to assess the performance of the elected leadership of the Senate of Pakistan, traditionally considered the upper house of the parliament. The
Last year in 2015, PILDAT conducted a mapping exercise of the political leadership in Pakistan, and produced a list of 21 top leaders of the country who were thought
Pakistan has experienced four military governments during the past 68 years of its existence. The democratic process was repeatedly interrupted and political leadership, therefore, could not develop through a
This report contributes to the debate on improving electoral participation of citizens, especially disadvantaged communities such as Women, Youth and Non-Muslims with traditionally lower levels of electoral participation. Various
The Consultative Workshop was held at Peshawar on Wednesday, January 10, 2007 on the topic of Improving Participation of Women, Youth and Non-Muslims in Electoral Processes in Pakistan. This
Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency – PILDAT, began its Parliamentary Strengthening Programme in 2002, after the election of the 12th National Assembly of Pakistan, under which support
Report of the Consultative Workshop on the topic of Improving Participation of Women, Youth and Non-Muslims in Electoral Processes in Pakistan, that was held at Karachi on Wednesday, November
Given the peculiar conditions in Balochistan, the Consultative Workshop held at Quetta, Balochistan on Friday, November 03, 2006 was different from the earlier workshops in the way that it
Report of the Consultative Workshop on the topic of Improving Participation of Women, Youth and Non-Muslim communities in Electoral Processes in Pakistan presents a brief account of the views
How can Parliamentarians Make an effective contribution: Gender-Responsive Budget, a briefing paper by PILDAT, is a special presentation for parliamentarians to develop their parliamentary skills and understanding that is
This short course on Being an Effective Committee Member, was the third in the series of Parliamentary Development Courses organised by PILDAT as part of the Parliamentary Development Course
Being an effective Committee member- a briefing paper by PILDAT, is a special presentation for Women Parliamentarians to develop their parliamentary skills and understanding that is so crucial towards
This Parliamentary Development Course on Use of Research, Media and Civil Society Organisations to enhance effectiveness of Parliamentary Committees was organized by PILDAT with a special emphasis on building
A briefing paper by PILDAT, is a special presentation for Women Parliamentarians in order to enhance their capacities and skills to perform their legislative responsibilities. Authored by Syed Naveed
A briefing paper by PILDAT, is a special presentation for Women Parliamentarians to develop their parliamentary skills and understanding that is so crucial towards the discharge of their duties
As we move forward in “Democracy’s Vanguard: Youth’s Electoral Participation in Pakistan,” we witness a remarkable shift in the political landscape of Pakistan. The 2024 general elections marked a significant
This is Urdu Version of Democracy’s Vanguard: Youth’s Electoral Participation in Pakistan Second Edition 2024
The Youth Parliament Pakistan® (YPP) is a unique platform for the Pakistani youth patterned after the National Assembly of Pakistan. The 17th YPP brought together Youth representatives from the
The briefing paper on Missing Young Voters of Pakistan addresses the critical issue of the under-representation of youth in Pakistan’s electoral process. The paper is compiled so as to
This is Urdu version of “Missing Young Voters in Pakistan: 2024”.
We extend our profound gratitude to the dedicated individuals and eminent institutions of Pakistan that contributed their invaluable insights to this study. We wish to express our sincere appreciation
This is urdu version of DEMOCRACY’S VANGUARD: YOUTH’S ELECTORAL PARTICIPATION IN PAKISTAN
The 17th Youth Parliament Pakistan® released its report, outlining the key issues and recommendations discussed during the term, 2022-23. The Youth Parliament Pakistan® is a platform for young people
The Youth Parliament Pakistan (YPP) powered by PILDAT, aims to enhance knowledge and leadership capabilities of young Pakistanis on how to become active citizens and build successful careers as
This monitor is intended to highlight significant changes in Pakistan’s youth-related issues and policies. This Monitor will aid in the identification of major trends and issues of interest among
Voice of Youth is a series recently started by PILDAT’s Youth Parliament Pakistan (YPP) to showcase the input acquired from the Pakistani youth (aged 18-29 years) nationally and internationally
This monitor is intended to highlight significant changes in Pakistan’s youth-related issues and policies. This Monitor will aid in the identification of major trends and issues of interest among
Voice of Youth is a series recently started by PILDAT’s Youth Parliament Pakistan (YPP) to showcase the input acquired from the Pakistani youth (aged 18-29 years) nationally and internationally
This monitor is meant to identify major developments in the context of youth-related issues in Pakistan. This study will help in identifying key trends and topics of interest among the
This is Urdu version of “Youth Monitor: October 2022”.
This monitor is meant to identify major developments in the context of youth-related issues in Pakistan. This study will help in identifying key trends and topics of interest among the
This is Urdu version of “Youth Monitor: September 2022”.
Voice of Youth is a series recently started by PILDAT’s Youth Parliament Pakistan (YPP) to showcase the input acquired from the Pakistani youth (aged 18-29 years) nationally and internationally
This monitor is meant to identify major developments in the context of youth-related issues in Pakistan. This study will help in identifying key trends and topics of interest among the
This is Urdu version of “Youth Monitor: August 2022”.
This monitor is meant to identify major developments in the context of youth-related issues in Pakistan. This study will help in identifying key trends and topics of interest among the
This monitor is meant to identify major developments in the context of youth-related issues in Pakistan. This study will help in identifying key trends and topics of interest among the
This monitor is meant to identify major developments in the context of youth-related issues in Pakistan. This study will help in identifying key trends and topics of interest among
The Senate of Pakistan will complete its parliamentary year 2024-2025 on April 09, 2025. The first sitting of the Senate for this parliamentary year
The first parliamentary year of the 16th National Assembly of Pakistan began on February 29, 2024. This report analyses the performance of the Assembly
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – January 2025
This update is meant to identify key developments during the month on Performance of Democratic Institutions in Pakistan with selected high-profile international developments included
This is Urdu Version of Update On The Performance of Democratic Institutions – December 2024
As an independent, non-partisan think tank, PILDAT has been committed to analysing and publishing periodic reviews on the state and quality of democracy in
This is Urdu version of “Quality of Democracy in Pakistan: 2024”.
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Punjab equips residents with information to actively participate in their local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By educating citizens
The Citizen Engagement Guide for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa equips residents with the information needed to actively participate in local governance, fostering transparency and accountability. By
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
The district profile; developed by PILDAT, provides information about key indicators of the district. This profile contains data on population, education, health, infrastructure, local
PILDAT is an independent, non-partisan and not-for-profit think tank committed to improving governance and strengthening democracy in Pakistan through policy research, strategic advocacy and citizen engagement. As an indigenous institution, its mission is to make democracy more accountable, inclusive, and effective.
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