The Discourse of Student Councils in Pakistan
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Date
2023
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UMT.Lahore
Abstract
Student politics have greatly shaped Pakistan's history. It played an instrumental part in the
struggle for Pakistan's independence. Additionally, it has aided in the growth and
advancement of democratic culture in Pakistan. Student Unions, however, were outlawed by
General Zia-Ul-Haq’s regime in 1984 on the grounds of inciting violence, a claim that was
ultimately upheld by the Supreme Court in 1993. Consequently, Student Councils emerged as a
replacement for Student Unions and to fill the corresponding void.