How Pakistani Establishment started to intervene in Pakistan?

 

Establishments have been involved in Pakistani politics since the country's inception in 1947. From the beginning, Pakistan's military was heavily involved in its political life. In 1958, General Ayub Khan overthrew Prime Minister Feroz Khan Noon's elected government, which was Pakistan's first military coup.

General Yahya Khan took power in 1969 and remained in power until 1971, following a brief period of civilian rule. Pakistan was dived into a nationwide conflict during Yahya Khan's system, which prompted the withdrawal of East Pakistan (presently Bangladesh).

The military recovered power in 1977 when General Zia-ul-Haq toppled the chosen administration of Top state leader Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. Zia-ul-Haq managed until his passing in a plane accident in 1988.

Even though there have been a number of civilian governments in Pakistan since then, the military continues to have a significant impact on the country's political landscape. The military has been accused of influencing the media to support its preferred political candidates and of manipulating elections.

Effect on political decision making

The deterioration of democratic procedures and institutions is one of the most significant effects. Democracy has been disrupted by military interventions in politics, including the dissolution of elected assemblies and the imposition of martial law. The development of democratic institutions like the media and the judiciary has been hindered by these interventions.

Foreign policy decisions have also been impacted by military interference. Military-ruled states have frequently sought after arrangements that focus on military and vital interests over political answers for issues like the contention with India over Kashmir or the Afghan Conflict. Pakistan and other countries in the region, including the United States, lack trust and cooperation as a result.

Economic policymaking has also been impacted by military interference. Governments dominated by the military have frequently prioritized short-term gains over long-term economic planning, resulting in economic instability and a lack of investment in human development and infrastructure.

Overall, the growth of Pakistan's economy, foreign policy, and democratic institutions have all been harmed by establishment interference in politics. The country's stability has been undermined and its progress toward becoming a mature and stable democracy has been hampered by the ongoing interference.