Pakistan’s Political Culture and New Electronic Media: A Case Study of Musharraf Era

Abstract

Electronic media has become vital in promoting democratic culture in Pakistan. The major impediments of the promotion of democratic values are dynastic political parties, corruption of the politicians, slackness of the judiciary and the bureaucracy, military intervention in politics. Media has started a debate that was long awaited on issues previously considered as taboos. It initially extended unwavering support to the issues of the individual who is weak and marginalized but later began to adjust with the power centers due to the political culture centered on the tiny elite that exploited common man since long. However, it has to adhere to the democratic values that provide it a conducive environment toflower and flourish.