independence day of pakistan essay

Points: Introduction – Its significance – short history – Its observance – Its effects on our mind – Conclusion.  

Since 1947, the 14th day of August has been a red-letter day with all the Pakistanis. It is observed throughout the country as a day of thanksgiving, rejoicing and merry making. The day is regarded as a sacred one in our life. The day is so great with us because on this day is 1947. We regained our independence from the British rule.  

The defeat of Siraj-ud-dowla at the battlefield of Plassey in 1757 A.D. paved the way for the British rule in India. The people soon realized that they had fallen in the grip of a foreign rule. So, an undercurrent of discontent flowed through every heart. It showed itself clearly in the War of Independence of 1857. But all these failed to expel the British from India. It was then felt that this should be done by some other effective non-violent means.  

The Congress took the lead. But it was soon felt that its main object was to establish Hindu Raj. So, the Muslims, under the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, gathered on the platform of the All-India Muslim League. Then in 1940 they demanded a separate homeland. The united move of the Muslims was so irresistible that the British Government was compelled to partition India into Pakistan and Bharat. Pakistan, thus, appeared on the map of the world on the 14th of August 1947. That is why the anniversary of this day is observed with such profound solemnity and regard.

The 14th day of August is known as the Independence Day. It is observed every year in a befitting manner throughout Pakistan. The observance starts with the singing of national anthem throughout the country. Then the speech of the President is relayed. In educational institutions, teachers and students gather together and hoist the national flag solemnly. In towns and cities, the national flag is hoisted ceremonially. Then the people parade the main streets in long processions shouting national songs. All seem to be happy and jubilant. A festive look wear everywhere.  

After the mid-day, seminars are held in most of the educational institutions. Prayers for the well-being of Pakistan are also arranged in mosques. The afternoon passes in various kinds of popular games and sports. After sundown all the houses and buildings are illuminated. Thereafter people attend cultural functions arranged for the occasion.  

The observance of the day has a salutary effect ort the mind of the people. It reminds them of their hard-won independence and makes them resolve to retain it all costs. It inspires us with hope, make us united and instills into our heart the firm belief that Pakistan bas come to stay forever.

causes of unemployment in pakistan essay

Points: Introduction – Causes of unemployment in Pakistan. Remedies of unemployment – Conclusion.  

Unemployment is a major economic and social problem of our country. It is rural as well as urban. It is very serious and alarming, and it has given birth to many evils. It is found not only among educated people, but there are millions of laborers, peasants, and unskilled or half- skilled workers who are unemployed to-day. It demands its immediate remedy because it threatens the peace, prosperity and stability of free Pakistan.  

There are many causes of this serious problem. The use of machinery on large scale in production is a very important cause. It has reduced the scope for human labor to a great extent. Another cause is the enormous increase in population. It has been estimated that the population growth rate is. 3.5% per year, which is one of the highest in the world. Population and production increase in geometrical and arithmetical progression respectively. Hence the means of employment cannot keep pace with the growing population.  

The defective system of our education is also responsible for this serious problem. We attach great importance to literary education. We neglect the technical education. This accounts for the growing unemployment. After finishing his education our young man thinks it below his dignity to do physical labor. The desk jobs are insufficient to absorb the growing number of educated young men. Hence unemployment prevails in the country.  

Now the remedies of unemployment are clear. We have to develop our economy on modern lines. Our agriculture is very backward. Incentive cultivation with modern technique and improved manures can provide ample and fruitful employment.

We have to apply brakes to growing population. People are to teach the advantages of birth control.  

The system of education is to be overhauled. It is no use producing thousands of graduates. We should lay more stress on professional and technical education. We should make the young men understand that all kinds of work are good. It is not the kind of work but the manner in which it is done which is important. As soon as they give up their hatred towards manual labor, they will get jobs.  

We have to develop our cottage industries. They suit Pakistani conditions better. Our peasants who remain idle for six months during the year can add to their income by taking to some of these useful industries. Since there is scarcity of capital, we have to use such devices as involve more labor and less capital.  

Our government is fully alive to the gravity of the problem. It is making an all-out effort to solve it as speedily as it is possible. The National Planning Commission has already formulated a programme to solve unemployment.

pakistan culture essay

Points: Introduction – Essential features of Pakistani culture Conclusion. 

Culture is a way of life any society. It is the continually changing pattern of learned behavior and the product of learned behavior which are shared by and transmitted among members of the society.  

As a nation makes progress so does its culture acquire distinction. In different parts of the world, nations rise with their individual principles and civilization and remain true to their own way of living, rites and customs. Some nations lose their cultural heritage by falling under the influence of other cultures. They are unable to maintain their individuality in the comity of nations.  

Pakistan has a history which extends over centuries. Every age left its impact on the social and cultural life of the people living in this land. In this way the culture of Pakistan was evolved. Even today, the influence of the past ages is visible in the way of living of people, in their dress and diet, in architecture, art and literature.  

Pakistan may be described a land of diversities. The diversities relate to races, language, manners and customs but they are all integrated through Islamic brotherhood. Islam presents a perfect way of life. In the Islamic manner of living, there are clear instructions about food and dress also. For example, it is laid down that dress should be simple and clean, and it should be tailored in such a way as to avoid display. Food also should be simple and obtained by honest earning. The practice of inviting each other to feast and exchanging gifts is much Islamic civilization provided it is performed without any personal motives.

In addition to social life other important factors that go to make the culture of a nation are its literature, poetry, art, and handicrafts.  

The regional dresses undergo changes in the light of local traditions, economic conditions, way of living and weather in the region. Pakistan’s different parts have different physical features and climates. Hence cultural differences are found between the people of hills and those of the land. Besides her modern civilized population, there are many old-fashioned tribes. The culture of the tribes is quite different from the culture of more modern classes of society.  

Language is one of the basic factors in culture. One can communicate one’s ideas to others by the use of language and the ideas of others also reach one through language. In the four provinces of Pakistan different languages are spoken. Urdu is the national language of Pakistan. But all of them possess the same background of cultural and moral life. All the languages of Pakistan have a profound impress of Islam and its teachings.  

The population of Pakistan is composed of different groups belonging to various types, both racial and linguistic. Their costumes, and their customs have also an individuality of their own, but all these disappear before Islamic and National awareness. All of these groups share the same traditions of history.