A Socio-economic and Political Comparative Analysis between India and Pakistan Since Independence
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10938631Keywords:
Economic Development, Political Trajectories, Economy, Foreign AidAbstract
Purpose: The aim of this research is to analyze the Socio-economic and political Comparative Analysis between India and Pakistan since Independence. This paper compares these two countries with reverence to political, economic and social system and try to find out variances between them.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The research is based on a qualitative method of study, and data was composed from scholarly works, and research papers, to stipulate an inclusive understanding of the political trajectories, social issues, and economic development experienced by India and Pakistan over the past decades.
Findings: The research revealed that after Independence, both countries had poor literacy rate. Neither region was rich in natural resources, nor these countries had any history of democratic process. Both countries were agrarian and rural. India and Pakistan made their own constitutions and opted British parliamentary system. Now, sixty years later, India seems to be a robust democracy, with a radiant economy and feeds its own people. Pakistan is on the verge of being a failed state, the economy is in shambles, and the country makes foreign aid to subsist.
Implications/Originality/Value: So, it is concluded that Both countries stand to gain from adopting best practices in governance, economic policies, and social development to foster regional stability and cooperation, eventually contributing to peace and prosperity.
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