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تفسير ماجدی،تبيان القرآن اور تفسير القرآن الكريم ميں منتخب آيات الاحكام كا ايک تحقيقى وتقابلى جائزہ: An analytical and Comparative review of "Ayat ul Ahkam" of selected Verses in Tafsir e Majidi, Tibyan ul Quran and Tafsir ul Quran al.karim
No full textThe Holy Quran is the last inspired and revolutionary book of Allah Almighty, which was revealed to bring about a change in the lives of human beings. Without this book, creatures cannot recognize their true Creator in the true sense. The Holy Quran is a source of guidance for all human beings, which encompasses all matters related to humans from birth to death, and the possibility of distortion in it has been eliminated until the Day of Judgment. It is a treasure trove of knowledge from which scholars deduce according to their capabilities, because Allah Almighty has revealed two types of verses in the Holy Quran. One type contains commands, while the other type of verses includes monotheism, prophethood, preaching and advice, warnings and warnings, stories, proverbs, the horror of the Day of Judgment, mentions of Paradise and Hell, etc. The number of verses related to rulings in it is approximately five hundred, the details of which have been explained by jurists and commentators. Numerous translations and interpretations of the Holy Quran have been written in different languages, which is no less than a great blessing for the Muslim Ummah. Allah Almighty has kept so much flexibility in the rulings of the Quran and Sunnah that they can guide the Muslim Ummah in the issues that will arise until the Day of Judgment. This is the reason why the door of ijtihad has been kept open until the Day of Judgment to solve the issues that arise in the light of the Quran and Sunnah. In the present era, the Muslim Ummah is facing innumerable new issues. Scholars are prone to exaggeration and deviation regarding ijtihad directly from the Quran and Sunnah to solve the new issues that arise from them. Therefore, these three commentators have mentioned such jurisprudential issues in their respective interpretations that are necessary for humans in the present era. In this article, a research and comparative analysis of five verses selected in three interpretations in terms of the rulings of the Quran has been presented
مسیحی الٰہیات کی تفہیم اور تعبیرات جدیدہ میں مقدس پولس کا کردار: تحقیقی و تنقیدی مطالعہ: The Roll of Saint Paul in the Understanding and Contemporary Interpretations of Christians Theology: A Critical and Analytical Study
No full textSaint Paul holds a pivotal role in shaping Christian theology, particularly in developing the concept of original sin. This doctrine, absent from Christ's teachings and Old Testament scripture, posits that humanity inherited sinfulness from Adam and Eve’s disobedience in the Garden of Eden. Paul linked this inherited sin to the necessity of salvation through Jesus Christ, framing Christ's crucifixion as a redemptive sacrifice for humanity's sins. Paul’s interpretation was influenced by Greek philosophical traditions and ancient cultural practices, including sacrificial rituals where a leader's beloved was offered to appease divine forces. This concept diverges from Old Testament teachings, which emphasize personal accountability, stating, the son shall not bear the guilt of the father. Critically, Paul’s theology faced significant debate within the church. Figures like Saint Augustine endorsed original sin, asserting its universal influence, while others, such as Pelagius, contended that humans are born morally neutral, with the choice of good or evil determined by free will. These disputes highlight the constructed nature of Paul’s doctrine, which gained traction during the Reformation when Martin Luther and others reaffirmed Augustine’s interpretations. Contemporary perspectives challenge Paul’s framework, questioning its logical and theological validity. If Christ's sacrifice eradicated sin, why does evil persist? Critics argue that Paul’s theory burdens humanity with inherited guilt, a concept incompatible with a just and merciful God. Thus, Paul's role in Christian theology remains both foundational and controversial this has been made the subject of discussion in this paper
A Qualitative Study to Explore the Determinants of Consumer Green Purchase Behavior in an Emerging Economy
No full textThis study aims to understand the factors which are influencing the green purchase behavior of customers in the context of emerging economy. It focuses on the behavior of consumers towards environment-friendly products; green products interest in Pakistan has been increasing meaningfully due to the increased interest in green environment electronic products. Data were collected through individual semi-structured interviews with 12 professionals from the education and healthcare industry with at least half of the participants aged 42 and above. The transcripts were analyzed thematically through NVivo 14 with the coding process for generating main and sub-themes informed by TAM theory for interpretation. Four main themes emerged within the healthcare and educational institute's narratives. They identified with (1) The eco-friendly products, (2) the sustainable environment, (3) green purchase, behavioral intentions and (4) Social influence themes were made. This study shows that a narrative thematic analysis can be used to explore the factors which are influencing green consumer purchase intention. Further, the policy maker and strategist should plan green advertising for awareness among common users. This study is one of the first to focus on the impact of green purchase intentions towards eco-friendly products in Pakistan and best to our knowledge it is a novel contribution to qualitative research
اقبال شناسی کی روایت اور مجلہ راوی (۲۰۰۰ءتا۲۰۲۰ء): The tradition of Iqbal studies and the magazine RAVI
No full textIn the issues of Ravi magazine spanning from 2000 to 2020, a variety of articles were published focusing on different aspects of Allama Iqbal’s poetry. These articles delved into topics such as Iqbal’s mental and intellectual evolution, his Urdu and Persian poetry, his concept of poetry, religion, fine arts analysis, economic ideas, secularism, and poetry directed towards the youth. Additionally, separate articles explored Iqbal’s association with Government College Lahore and the books he donated to Islamia College. These writings not only discussed Iqbal’s poetry but also emphasized his contemporary relevance, particularly in the context of his sermons. It can be asserted that the Ravi magazine holds a significant position within Iqbaliya
ڈاکٹراسلم انصاری کے فارسی شعری کلیات ’’گلبانگِ آرزو‘‘ کامطالعہ: A study of Dr. Aslam Ansari's Persian poetry collection "Gulbang-i Arzoo"
No full textDr. Aslam Ansari was a multi-dimensional literary personality. Along with poetry in Urdu, Persian, English and Saraiki, he has also done insightful work of research and criticism. He has a very high standing among the experts of Iqbal. He has also been closely related to fiction.“Gulbang-e-Arzoo” is a collection of Persian poetry by Dr. Aslam Ansari. It includes five of his fascinating and thought-provoking Masnavis, as well as a valuable Dewan. The great Persian poet Nizami wrote five Masnavis and introduced the tradition of "Khamsa" in literature and many great poets followed him and strengthened this tradition. Dr. Aslam Ansari was the bearer of this tradition in our era. Dr. Aslam Ansari's Persian poetry, like his Urdu poetry, is a masterpiece of thought and art and a treasure of knowledge and wisdom. He has written poetry in many genres, but his nature is particularly fond of Masnavi and Ghazal. After Allama Iqbal, there is no Persian poet like him in Pakistan. He has translated a large part of Allama Iqbal's Urdu works into Persian with great excellence. In this article, an introductory study of his Persian poetry collection "Gulbang-i Arzoo" is presented and his artistic skills are studied
Assessing the Ecosystem for Open Science Advancement in Tanzania
Get PDFThis study aims to assess the favourable ecosystem for supporting OS in Tanzania and the factors hindering its adoption and implementation. Employing a cross-sectional research design, the study evaluates the enabling environment for Open Science adoption and practices within Tanzania. The study population comprises academicians, researchers, students, librarians, and science communicators. A total of 144 participants took part in the survey, predominantly early career researchers affiliated with both public and private institutions.
The findings underscore that to some extent several institutions within Tanzania provides some kind of support for open science practices. This support manifests through the provision of Institutional Repositories, online journal publishing systems, financial coverage for publishing processing charges, and the establishment of improved mechanisms for researchers to share their publications and data. Nonetheless, the results also highlight several challenges. These include a lack of awareness regarding OS practices, absence of institutional policies, inadequate budget allocation to cover article processing charges (APCs), and the high costs associated with publishing in prestigious Open Access (OA) journals.
Concerted efforts at both national and institutional levels to foster the widespread adoption of OS practices in Tanzania should be put in place. The efforts should focus on enhancing awareness, developing comprehensive policies, allocating adequate budgets to support APCs, and exploring strategies to mitigate the financial barriers associated with publishing in prestigious OA journals. By addressing these challenges proactively, Tanzania can pave the way for a more robust and inclusive research ecosystem aligned with the principles of Open Science
Examining the Effectiveness of Women Senators in Legislative Business (2012-2015)
Get PDFThis study provides analysis of efficacy of women senators in legislation during 2012-2015, emphasizing their influence on policies, legislative cooperation, and overall engagement in the Upper House. It examines contribution of women in legislation, engagement in debates, and participation in bills, motions, resolutions, rising questions and calling attention notices. This study examines the period 2012-2015, during which women influenced considerable legislative reforms despite their numerical scarcity. The study addresses the question, in what ways female senators affected legislative processes and outcomes as compared to male Senators? A mixed-methods technique is utilized for this study as quantitative analysis of legislative records of bills introduced, co-sponsored, motions, resolutions, rising questions and calling attention notices. This analysis is enhanced by qualitative records from primary sources including Senate’s Hansards. The study unfolded that, women not only augmented legislation proposals but also improved the caliber of debate and negotiation, implying a notable transformation during this period. The women proficiently advanced projects and championing matters pertaining to gender equality and social welfare of female specifically. They employed collaborative strategies and promoted an inclusive legislative atmosphere, and their distinct viewpoints enhanced policymaking that catered the requirements of varied constituents. The study underscores that women’s inclusion resulted in transformation of legislative dynamics, with heightened attention to issues that were overlooked in male-dominated discourse. The study suggests increasing women representation in legislative positions, highlighting that augmenting women’s involvement can fortify democratic processes and enhance policy efficacy.
Keywords: Senate of Pakistan, Women’s Participation, Legislative Business, Female Advocacy, Leadershi
Contemporary Issues of Public Administration in Pakistan: A Way Forward
Get PDFSince birth, Pakistan is struggling to maintain balance of power between its political, economic, and religious dynamics leading towards corruption, ethnic conflicts, military interference in the political matters, religious extremism, and economic issues. The military had played a pivotal role in shaping political horizons of the country through its multiple back and front-stage interventions in the form of martial laws. Therefore, this study comprehensively sheds light into contemporary issues in public administration such as weak governance, bureaucratic hurdles, financial distress, and many other problems faced by public institutions of Pakistan and recommend suitable framework to resolve these issues. This study took motivation from past literature and is descriptive and analytical in nature. The inefficient government failed the country to meet its economic and social development targets. Moreover, the incoherency and ineffectiveness of decentralization has paralyzed the operational capacity of the bureaucracy, while short term, unplanned and politically inspired actions taken by weak governments deteriorated the system and worsened the inefficiency of public institutes. Therefore, there is a need for sound stable policies and that is only possible with political stability in the country. Secondly, there is dire need to focus on evolution and continuity in public policy making, democratic governance, and long-term planning for economic development in the country. In this regard, the government of Pakistan should incorporate technology in its practices by bring the e-government initiatives and make it compulsory for all the public institutions because it will enhance the transparency and accountability of public institutions.
Keywords: Bureaucracy, E-Government, Governance, Pakistan, Public Institution
Tourism Development, Financial Inclusion and Governance: A Trio for Women Empowerment in Developing Countries
Get PDFWomen empowerment refers to the ability to make economic, political, cultural and social choices by women as per their own will. Globally women face difficulties in exercising their right to choose their destiny which is even more challenging in developing economies as there are limited opportunities for women. Realizing the gravity of the issue the United Nations has placed women empowerment and gender equality as its 5th goal of the United Nations Sustainable Developing Goals (UN-SDGs). The study postulates the intriguing relationship of tourism development (TD) and financial inclusion (FI), while governance (GOVI) deployed as moderating variable. The study employed panel data of 39 developing economies for the years 2004-2020. Gender inequality index (GII) serves as a measure of women empowerment. The study employs Driscoll and Kraay (DK) standard error technique, as it addresses the issues of cross-sectional dependency, serial correlation and heteroskedasticity. The findings of study revealed that financial inclusion, governance and tourism development has a robust influence on women empowerment. Solid governance practices that are defined by inclusive policies are recommended in study to reduce gender inequalities and promoting the empowerment of women.
Keywords: Tourism Development, Financial Inclusion, Governance, Women Empowerment, Developing Countrie
Theoretical Accessible Relationship of Good Governance with E-Governance: A Model Study
Get PDFTheoretically, it is the associational discussion of various agents such as socio-political affiliation, better service delivery and participation but under broader perspective of two approaches: good governance and E-governance. E-governance is a course of action to achieve the characteristics of good governance. Governance is the methodological phenomenon that structured socio-political and managerial behavior of the state. Tech capacity determines the ability of public authorities that how and to what extend citizens could be engaged into mainstreaming phenomenon of E-governance. Digital governance is the set of various entities such as E-participation, E-democracy, E-government and E-services. Both the combination of good governance and E-governance could explore the participative and deliberative behavior of the country. It involves the various channels such as E-information, E-voting, E-participation, E-parliament and E-services which are the sign and symptoms of more and more participative and open governance. Both the qualitative and quantitative research will be used in this research.
Keywords: E-Governance, Good Governance, E-Democracy, Inclusiveness, Participation, Service Deliver