Pakistan and Bangladesh have experienced both civilian and military rulers

Question

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Pakistan and Bangladesh have experienced both civilian and military rulers, with Bangladesh remaining democracy in the Post-Cold War period. Pakistan began the Post-Cold War period with successive democratic governments under Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif respectively. But it suffered a military coup in 1999 and has been run by a military regime since then. Till 2006 Nepal was a constitutional monarchy with the danger of the king taking over executive powers. In 2006, a successful uprising led to restoration of democracy and reduced the king to a nominal position. From the experience of Bangladesh and Nepal, we can say that democracy is becoming an accepted norm in the entire region of South Asia. 

(i) How did Pakistan begin with Post-Cold War period? 

(ii) Mention two reasons for the aspiration of democracy in South Asia. 

(iii) Why are these findings significant?

Answer 1

• Pakistan began with Post-Cold War period with successive democratic government under Benazir Bhutto and Nawaz Sharif. 

• Ordinary citizens rich or poor or belonging to different religions or institutions view democracy more suitable and support them. 

• Because it was earlier believed that democracy could flourish and find support only in prosperous countries of the world.