Situation of Poverty in Pakistan and its commitments with respect to Sustainable Development Goals: prospects and challenges

Abstract

This article focuses on situational analysis of poverty and economic growth in Pakistan. It discusses Pakistan's commitments and achievements with respect to sustainable development goals (SDGs). The methodology used in this paper is qualitative and the analytical method is followed. The argument developed throughout the article is that Pakistan, as an underdeveloped country, needs further improvement with respect to formulating policies and implementing said policies for the fulfillment of SDGs. The paper concludes that special measures may betaken into consideration by government in order to progressively realize the implementation of norms pertaining to poverty alleviation and economic instability and for the protection of basic human rights in the country.