Sectarianism and Its Implications for Pakistan Security: Policy Recommendations Using Exploratory Study

Abstract

Sectarianism is a real threat to Pakistan security. It has created ferocity, unrest and disorder in the society. From the last three decade sectarian conflicts have increased suicide bombings, bomb blasts, assassinations, target killings and terrorist attacks. The sectarian strife has threatened Pakistan economically, sociologically, and politically. Contemporary, there is a need to adopt multiple ways for the progress and prosperity of the country. All the provinces need to think being a Pakistani not like a Sunni, Shia, Deobandi, Ahl-i-Hadith, Qadiani and Mirzai, then no one can harm the unity and the nation. We have mentioned in our findings internal and external factors with various policies recommendations to overcome the sectarian barriers.