LACK OF TRANSPARENCY AND FREEDOM OF INFORMATION IN PAKISTAN: AN ANALYSIS OF GOVERNMENT’S FUNCTIONING AND REALISTIC POLICY OPTIONS FOR REFORM

Authors

  • Sumbal Tariq University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Tahira Mumtaz Department of Politics & International Relations, University of Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52567/pjsr.v3i3.227

Abstract

Pakistan is in grave need of transparency and freedom of information. The public expects policymakers to design policies and device measures to give them the right to look into the public records and track corruption. However, transparency and freedom of information are not much debatable topics in Pakistan. The objective of this study is to highlight the importance of a transparent political process and bring into light the loopholes existing in Pakistan. When it comes to the public's rights, they are only aware of five fundamental living rights: food, education, clothing, shelter, and the right to live. The majority of Pakistani Public have no idea of right to education as they consider it a secondary need. Transparency and freedom of information are imperative for any country to reduce corruption and ensure good governance. When the authorized parties know that they are being tracked and observed by the public (which is the ultimate authority to elect any government), their level of efficiency and honesty in performance becomes high. This research aims to highlight the importance of transparency and analyze the reasons that hinder Pakistan's fair and transparent political process. This research accentuates the issue and finds out some solutions and ordinances passed in the near past as it is imperative to shed light on creating awareness among the masses for the better future of Pakistan. 

Keywords: Government, Institutions, Public, Good Governance, Information, Transparency, Political Parties, Secrecy

Author Biographies

  • Sumbal Tariq, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

    PhD Scholar,                                                                                             

  • Tahira Mumtaz, Department of Politics & International Relations, University of Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan

    Assistant Professor

Additional Files

Published

2021-09-30

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2021): Pakistan Journal of Social Research (PJSR)

Section

Research Article

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How to Cite

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“LACK OF TRANSPARENCY AND FREEDOM OF INFORMATION IN PAKISTAN: AN ANALYSIS OF GOVERNMENT’S FUNCTIONING AND REALISTIC POLICY OPTIONS FOR REFORM”, Pak. J, Soc. Sci., vol. 3, no. 3, pp. 70–76, Sep. 2021, doi: 10.52567/pjsr.v3i3.227.