Eating Grass

On May 28, 1998, Pakistan announced the test of five nuclear explosive devices in the Chagai Hills in the western province of Baluchistan. A mere seventeen days after neighboring India had shocked the world with its first nuclear tests since 1974, Pakistan’s response came as a surprise to many observers.

According to Sattar (2017) a geographic and cultural region, located in Western Asia and North eastern Africa is known as Middle East.

And your God is one God. There is no deity(worthy of worship) except him, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful (2.163)

Islamic Law and the Law of Armed Conflict” by Niaz A. Shah examines the principles of Islamic law in relation to the modern laws of armed conflict. Shah explores how Islamic jurisprudence addresses issues such as the conduct of war, the protection of civilians, the treatment of prisoners, and the rules of engagement.

“Judging the State: Courts and Constitutional Politics in Pakistan” by Paula R. Newberg explores the complex relationship between Pakistan’s judiciary, its constitution, and the political landscape. The book examines how the judiciary has influenced and been influenced by political events, military coups, and the constant struggle for democratic governance in Pakistan.

Back to Pakistan: A Fifty-Year Journey” by Leslie Noyes Mass chronicles the author’s personal and professional experiences in Pakistan over several decades, offering a unique perspective on the country’s social, political, and cultural transformations.

Conflict Between India and Pakistan” by Peter Lyon provides a comprehensive examination of the enduring rivalry between India and Pakistan, tracing its historical roots and the various conflicts that have shaped their tumultuous relationship. Lyon explores key events, including the partition of British India, the Kashmir dispute, and the nuclear dynamics that have heightened tensions between the two nations.

Making Sense of Pakistan” by Farzana Shaikh critically examines the identity crisis and contradictions that have shaped Pakistan since its creation. The book explores how Pakistan’s founding ideology, rooted in Islam, has been contested by competing visions of nationalism, regionalism, and secularism.

Labor, Democratization and Development in India and Pakistan” by Christopher Candland explores the role of labor movements in shaping the political and economic landscapes of India and Pakistan. Candland examines how labor organizations have contributed to democratization processes, economic development, and social change in both countries, while also highlighting the differences in their trajectories.

Modern South Asia: History, Culture, Political Economy” by Sugata Bose and Ayesha Jalal provides a comprehensive overview of South Asia’s history from the decline of the Mughal Empire to the contemporary period. The book examines the region’s complex social, cultural, and political evolution, focusing on the impact of colonialism, the rise of nationalism, and the partition of India and Pakistan.