About Us
The Department of Pakistan Studies promotes academic excellence, critical inquiry, and interdisciplinary research on Pakistan’s history, politics, culture, heritage, and international relations.
Dr. Khola Iftikhar Cheema, Assistant Professor, holds a PhD in History. Her research interests include Punjab’s history, identity politics, colonialism, Sikh history, and gender identity, with a focus on historiography and cultural heritage.
Dr. Gulzar Ahmad, Lecturer, holds a PhD in Pakistan Studies. His areas of specialization include Pakistan’s political development, the Pakistan Movement, Islamization, governance, and foreign affairs.
Fraz Shafiq, Lecturer, has an academic background in History. His research interests include the Pakistan Movement, constitutional history, foreign affairs, the Silk Road, and Pakistan-China relations. He is currently on leave.
Through teaching, research, and academic engagement, the department aims to develop students’ critical thinking and research skills, fostering informed citizens and scholars committed to understanding Pakistan’s past, addressing contemporary challenges, and contributing to national development and global dialogue.
Mission Statement
The Department of Pakistan Studies is committed to fostering a comprehensive and critical understanding of Pakistan’s cultural, historical, geographical, political, and ideological dimensions. Through an interdisciplinary and research-oriented curriculum, the department aims to equip students with in-depth knowledge of Pakistan’s civilizational heritage, contemporary challenges, and prospects. We strive to enhance students’ analytical and intellectual engagement with the nation’s past and present, linking historical developments from the Indus Valley Civilization to modern times. The department emphasizes national unity, democratic values, and social cohesion while promoting global peace, regional cooperation, and a strong understanding of Pakistan's role in international affairs. By cultivating informed citizens and scholars, the department helps shape a generation committed to responsible citizenship, inclusive growth, ideological clarity, and meaningful participation in national development and global dialogue.
Vision Statement
To become a leading centre of excellence in Pakistan Studies, recognized for interdisciplinary teaching, innovative research, and critical scholarship on Pakistan’s historical, cultural, political, geographical, and ideological dimensions. The department envisions fostering knowledgeable, analytical, and socially responsible individuals who value diversity, uphold democratic principles, promote national unity and social cohesion, and contribute to sustainable national development. Through academic excellence, research, and engagement with regional and global perspectives, the department aspires to advance a deeper understanding of Pakistan’s heritage, contemporary realities, and future possibilities while promoting peace, inclusivity, and constructive global engagement.
