The Rise of Political Polarization Causes, Consequences and Challenges for Democracy in Pakistan

Abstract

The political differences in Pakistan have developed into a severe obstacle that obstructs democratic processes in the country. For several decades the political system of Pakistan has developed partisan divisions which caused a deep split between its voting population and its governmental structures as well as its civil sector. The study investigates various factors behind political polarization in Pakistan while explaining its social and economic results and assessing the impact on democratic institutions. The research investigates historical and modern conditions to reveal the detrimental effects of polarization on political dialogue and public disputes that weaken democratic systems. This study reveals that political polarization intensifies instability throughout Pakistan because it undermines governmental institutions together with citizen trust while corrupting democratic processes. The avoidance of such issues demands extensive reforms which must advance political alignment and minimize partisan behavior and reinforce democratic standards.