Law Admission Test | Syllabus | April 2023

LAT Syllabus

Law Admission Test (LAT) is a standardized test conducted by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. Its aim is to evaluate the academic ability, critical thinking, and analytical skills of candidates seeking admission to the undergraduate five-year LLB program. The test is mandatory and the candidates, aspiring to pursue a degree in law in … Read more

Shah Waliullah and his Contributions

Pakistan Studies

PREFACE In the British government, the candle of Islam was about to blow off in the presence of Hinduism, Christianity, and Sikhism. Still, Shah Waliullah dedicated his life to promoting Islam’s teachings and giving a new Islamic way of life. He made numerous efforts to put an end to the Sikh and Christian religions way. … Read more

What is Law? | Merits and Demerits

Philosophy-of-Law

INTRODUCTION Law is a set of rules and regulations a society creates to govern people’s behaviour and maintain order. It provides guidelines on how individuals should act and interact with one another and the consequences for violating those rules. The law helps to ensure fairness, protect rights, and resolve disputes. It applies to various aspects … Read more

Criminal Justice System in Pakistan

Sociology

Introduction A society is a collection of individuals who always work for the community’s prosperity. For this purpose, the organization must have control over its members. Any individual who deviates from the established norms may threaten its welfare. This is possible through social Control and the criminal justice system. Social Control is a mechanism through … Read more

Classification of Law | Philosophy of Law

Philosophy-of-Law

INTRODUCTION Law is essential to any society, serving as the framework that governs human behaviour, resolves conflicts, and ensures justice. Throughout history, numerous classifications of law have emerged, each reflecting different approaches and philosophies toward the legal system.  Various types of law commonly discussed are imperative law, physical or scientific law, natural law, conventional law, … Read more

Criminology | Nature and Scope | Sociology

Sociology

Introduction Criminology is an interdisciplinary science. It involves behavioural and biological sciences such as Anthropology, Biology, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Psychiatry, and Political science. It also includes the police sciences such as Criminal law, public administration, victimology, ethics, and penology. Criminology is the entire body of knowledge regarding the causes and prevention of Crime. It also … Read more

All India Muslim League and its Objectives

Pakistan Studies

BACKGROUND Muslim League was created because the Muslims had to bear the oppression and torture of the Britishers due to their lack of organization and unity. The Muslims were bound to have a well-established organization to avoid British pressure in the future.   PREFACE After the War of Independence, establishing the Indian National Congress was … Read more

Juvenile Delinquency and Court System

Sociology

Introduction Juvenile delinquency is an act in which a person less than the age of 18 years participates in unlawful and illegal behaviour or activities. Juvenile crimes mainly vary from status offences to property crimes.   Relevant Provisions Section 4 of the Juvenile Justice System Act 2018 deals with Juvenile Delinquency.   Meaning Juvenile delinquency … Read more

Shah Waliullah and his Contributions

Sociology

Introduction Shah Waliullah was a great Muslim thinker and scholar of the 18th century during the declining years of the Mughal Empire. There was a political disorder in the sub-continent in those days. He was greatly impressed by the subcontinent’s rotten political, social, and religious conditions.  He supported the movements for Islamic Independence in India … Read more

Nehru Report | Reaction of Muslims

Pakistan Studies

BACKGROUND The Nehru report was presented in an answer to the information submitted by the Simon Commission. In November 1927, the British Government appointed a statutory commission headed by Sir John Simon to inquire into the constitutional affairs of the country. Indian peCommissionple did not welcome this Commission because all the members were English, and … Read more

Allama Ibn-e-Khaldun | Contributions

Sociology

Introduction Allama Ibn-e-Khaldun was born in Tunis. He learned The Holy Quran and Hadees and Fiqh by heart and devotion. He is known for his contributions to the history of the cultural life of Barber Tribes.   Founder of Ilmul-Imran Allama Ibn-e-Khaldun laid the foundation of a new science called Ilmul-Imran. This science served as … Read more

Allama Iqbal’s Address at Allahabad

Pakistan Studies

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Allama Iqbal, a poet and philosopher, discussed India’s problem knowledgeably and rationally. He discussed the Islamic philosophic character in moulding a personality in length and then gave the solution to the Hindu-Muslim problem in India. In his address, he discussed the role of Islam in India.   PREFACE Allama Iqbal delivered his historical … Read more

Natural Law Theory | Philosophy of Law

Philosophy-of-Law

INTRODUCTION Natural law philosophy has occupied an important place in politics, Law, religion, and ethics from the earliest times. It has played the role of harmonizing and synthesizing. It promotes peace and justice in different periods, protecting the public against injustice, tyranny, and misrule and commending the function of natural Law in liberating people from … Read more

How to Write a Narrative Essay | Step by Step

INTRODUCTION Storytelling is an art that is further polished and enhanced by narrative essays. Narrative essays offer a platform for students to express their creativity, develop storytelling skills, and engage readers. By understanding the structure, essential elements, and techniques discussed in this article, students can master the art of writing compelling narrative essays for their … Read more

The Congress Ministeries (1937-1939)

Pakistan Studies

BACKGROUND The political manifestos of both parties were almost identical, although there were two significant differences. Congress stood for the joint electorate, and the Muslim League for separate electorates. Congress wanted Hindi as the official language with Deva Nagri writing script, while the Muslim league wanted Urdu with Persian calligraphy.   PREFACE The Government of … Read more

What is Critical Theory | Philosophy of Law

Philosophy-of-Law

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND Critical theory is a philosophical and social framework that aims to understand and critique oppressive power structures in society. It examines the relationship between power, culture, and social inequality, focusing on how dominant ideologies maintain and perpetuate systems of injustice to foster social transformation and liberation.   INTRODUCTION The term “critical theory” was … Read more