The Culture of Pakistan.. !

•Saqib Saeed

•Kamran Akhtar

•Rana Umar

Education

• More than 132 universities

• Parallel education system, public and private

• Ali Moeen Nawazish - Guinness Book of World Records with 23 subjects in A-levels

Sports

• National game – Field Hockey

• Most popular game – Cricket

Won the Cricket World Cup in

1992 and T-20 World Cup in 2009

Music• There are four main families of

musical instruments in Pakistan and more than six hundred Pakistani musical instruments; the most well known are the sitar, tabla, rabab, dhool and bansuri.

THE FOUR PROVINCES OF PAKISTAN

Punjab

Punjab

1. Punjab is the most populous province of Pakistan, with approximately 56% of the country's total population

2. The main languages are Punjabi and Saraiki

3. Lahore has traditionally been the capital of Punjab for a thousand years; it is Punjab's main cultural, historical, administrative and economic center.

BADSHAHI MOSQUE

Sindh

Sindh

1. Geographically it is the third largest province of Pakistan

2. It is hot in the summer and mild in winter.

3. Sindhi is the sole official language

4. Karachi is the largest city, main seaport and the as well as the capital of the province of Sindh.

5. It was the original capital of Pakistan until the construction of Islamabad

KPK

• Previously known as the North-West Frontier Province

• The main ethnic group in the province is the Pashtuns

• The principal language is Pashto

• Tribal system

• Most beautiful province

KPK

Kalash Tribe

Balochistan

Balochistan is the largest province (by area) of Pakistan

Scarcely populated

Balochistan

Pakistani cuisineRefined blend of varıous regional cooking traditions of the South Asia . Pakistani cuisine is known for its richness and flavour. It has been partly influenced by Arab, Persian, and Indian Cuisine, it retains its own distinct Pakistaniflavour.

Within Pakistan, cuisine varies greatly from region to region, reflecting the country's ethnic and cultural diversity.

Given the diversity of the people of Pakistan, cuisines generally differ from home to home and may be totally different than the mainstream Pakistani cuisine.

• As religion defines culture, so it is with thefood in pakistan as Muslims are forbidden to eat pork or consume alcohol and then halal dietary guidelines are strictly observed.

• Pakistanis focus on other areas of food such as beef, lamb, chicken, fish and vegetables as well as traditional fruit and dairy products.

Pakistani dishes are known for having spicy flavours, and some dishes often contain liberal amounts of oil which contributes to a richer flavour.Cumin seeds, chilli powder, turmeric, Garam Masala is

a very popular blend of spices used in many Pakistani dishes.

Barbeque and kebabs• Kebabs are a staple item in Pakistani cuisine

today, and one can find countless varieties of kebabs all over the country.

Rice dishes

• Biryani is a very popular dish in Pakistan and has many varieties such as Lahori and Sindhi biryani

Pakistani

bride and

groom

Mehndi Barat Walima

National And Regional Culture

Islam in Government

• Increased involvement of Islam in the Pakistani Government since 1984 Referendum

• Enforcement of Sharia or Islamic Law since 1985

• Assessment by the Shariat/Islamic Court regarding federal laws

Islam in constitutionThe Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan 1973, Preamble states:

• Whereas sovereignty over the entire universe belongs to Almighty Allah alone, and the authority to be exercised by the people of Pakistan within the limits prescribed by Him is a sacred trust…

• Wherein the principles of democracy, freedom, equality, tolerance and social justice, as enunciated by Islam, shall be fully observed…

• Wherein the Muslims shall be enabled to order their lives in the individual and collective spheres in accordance with the teachings and requirements of Islam as set out in the Holy Quran and Sunnah.

(<www.pakistanconstitution-law.com>)

Role of Islam in Pakistan

• Islam established as state ideology to distinguish Pakistan’s identity as separate from Hindu India.

• Islam used as the basis for the creation and unification of a separate state, not expected to serve as a model for government (Blood 1994).

• Islam remains an important element of national identification and is a central issue in Pakistan’s politics.

(Haqqani 2004, pp.87-9)

Controversy over Islam’s role

Arguments :

• Islamic ideology is essential to bind its culturally diverse people together.

• Insistence on Islamic ideology, in opposition to regional demands, has alienated regional groups and eroded national unity (Pakistan 2008).

Islam in Pakistan• Islam deeply rooted in Pakistan’s history

• Links to Pakistani military and the Pakistani elite’s world view (Haqqani 2004, p.85).

• Military rule fomented religious military presence in Pakistan.

• Islamists gained disproportionate influence over the country’s overall direction.

• Islam used as the means of achieving a common bond and unity (Haqqani 2004, pp.91-96).

Conclusion

While Islamic ideology remains important in Pakistan, the implications exacerbated by military rule and fundamentalism complicate Pakistan’s political situation and reduce its ability to be identified as a functional modern state.

“The Diverse Cultures of Four Provincesof Pakistan”

Sindh

IslamabadBalochistan

Punjab

Khyber Pakhtoon Khwah

Introduction to The Islamic Republic of PAKISTAN

Balochistan

LOCATION

Pakistan is situated in South Asia, bodering the Arabian Sea, between India on the East , Iran and Afghanistan on the West and China in the North.

Facts

• Date of Independence: August 14, 1947

• Official Name: The Islamic Republic of Pakistan

• Religion: Islam

• Capital: Islamabad

• Type of Government: Parliamentary Democracy

• Population: 180 Million (2011 estimate)

• Area: 310,404 square miles

• National Language: Urdu

• Regional Languages: Punjabi, Sindhi, balochi & Pashto

• Unit of Currency: Pakistani Rupee

• Major Crops: Wheat, Rice, cotton, Mize, Grams , Sugar cane,, pulses etc.

Characteristics of Pakistani People

Civilized

Hospitalable

Hard Working

Skillful

Patriotic

Brave

Direct

Respectful

• Aesthetic Sense

• Helpful

• Spiritual

• Business Minded

• Daring

Caring

Forgiving

Loving

Creative

Religious Uniformity

Pakistan is an ideological Islamic state. Its existence is due to Islam. So Pakistani culture is primarily based on the Islamic way of life.

Islamabad, The Capital City

The Mountain Ranges

• Karakoram range

• Himalayan range

• Hindu kush range

• Sulaiman Mountains range

PUNJAB

Map & Detail of PunjabLand of Five Rivers

Languages: Punjabi , Urdu & Siraiki

Capital City: Lahore

Area:205344km square

Literacy Rate: 56%

Districts: 34

RIVERS

Punjab has been blessed with the “following five rivers, that is why it is called the “Land of Five Rivers”.

1. River Ravi

2. River Indus

3. River Sutlej

4. River Chenab

5. River Jhelum

Famous Buildings of Punjab

VILLAGE LIFE Of PUNJAB

Pakistan is an agricultural country.

Most of its population lives in the villages.

Villages of Pakistan are very traditional.

A typical Pakistani village is situated away from the noise of a city.

It is a peaceful and silent place.

There are green trees, vast meadows, and flowery bushes in every village.

The blossoming flowers, fragrant air, the rising and setting sun all leave a healthy influence on the health of villagers.

Most of the village people have simple habits and limited needs.

•It consists of unpaved paths and streets.

•Its houses are made of mud. However, now villagers have started to make their houses of bricks.

VILLAGE LIFE Of PUNJAB

DRESSES

Traditional Kurta Sherwani

Punjab Special Food

• Cholistan is in tact the biggest desert in Pakistan

• This famous desert is 30 Km from Bahawalpur and comprises of an area of 16,000 sq.km.

• The Thal desert is situated in Punjab, Pakistan. Its vast area is mainly between the Jhelum and Sindh rivers near the Pothohar Plateau.

BEAUTIFUL DERSERS OF PUNJAB

BEAUTY OF PUNJAB

Marriage Ceremonies

Bridal Jewellery Gold & Diamond)

Bassant Kite Festival

Arts & Crafts

MUSIC

Sindh

SINDH PROVINCE(INDUS VALLEY 5000 YEARS OLD CIVILIZATION)

Bab-ul-Islam(Gateway to Islam in the Indo-Pakistan

subcontinent)

Map & Demographics of Sindh•History: Years Old ( Moen jo Daro)•Status: Province•Capital: Karachi•Area: 54,407 sq miles•Languages: Sindhi (Provincial)

Urdu (National)English (Official)

•Other: Punjabi, Pashto,Balochi,Saraiki, Birahwi &Gujarati•Districts: 23•Towns: 119•Main Crops: Cotton, rice, wheat and

sugarcane, Orange, Mango, Dates

Products: Goat, Lamb, Cow, Camel, Coal, Gas, Petroleum ( Badin Thar)Fertilizers

Special Features: Seaport, River Indus, Indus Motor Company(Toyota), Oil Fields, Steel,

Traditional Sindhi Dresses

Art & Skills

Beauty of Thar- The Desert of Sindh

Jewelry of Sindh

Sindhi Cultural Objects

Traditional lady’s Chappal Meal Pot Hand Fan

Poetry & MusicShah Abdul Latif Bhitai

The Greatest Poet of Sindh

Abida Parveen ( Sufi Music Singer) Alan Faqir

Public Entertainment of Sindh

Special Food of Sindh

Palla Fish Lotus Root Lotus Seeds Lorh

Pickle Sindhi Biryani Butter Desi Chicken Saag

Beautiful Landscape of Sindh

World Famous Personalities of Sindh

Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah

The Founder of Pakistan

Quaid-e- AwamZulfiqar Ali Bhutto

Former Primer Minister Of Pakistan

Martyr QueenBenazir Bhutto

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan

First Woman PM in Muslim World

Asif Ali Zardari The President of Pakistan

We show ourrespect for

Mr. Barak Obama,The president of USA

by giving him the traditional look of Sindhi Person

Culture of Balochistan

Introduction

• Area: Largest province• Capital: Quetta• Division: 6• Districts: 30• Special Features: Mineral and Gawadar sea port.

Brief History

The history of Baluchistan covers thousand of years from the first century tothe third century with Iran and Afghanistan .Before partition of the subcontinentBaluchistan was an independent state but when Pakistan came into being thenMir Ahmed Yar khan who was the king of Baluchistan decided to affiliate with thegovernment of Pakistan

EDUCATION

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FESTIVALS

Religious Festivals

Eid is our religious festival which we celebrate two time in a year. we also celebrate Eid meelad ul Nabi which is the birthday of our holy prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Social Fesitvals

Sibi mela is our social festival that is traces its roots to ancient human civilization. this festival attracts people from across the country. It is attended by the common folk, ministers and other government officials.

SIBI MELLA ( Festival)

Food

• Sajji is the favorite food of Baluchistan people. It is roast mutton.

• Baluchi eat sajji with chapatti.

• Kiddy kebab.

Dresses•Men wear mostly shalwar and kameez ( shirt and trouser) with waist coat and use turban. Men also wear Baluchi chapel shoes.

•Women wear specially designed Baluchi suits.

Dance and music

• Dance in a circle( chap)• Baluchi folk violin and drums are played.• We have balochi dance at the beat of music around• the dramers

Bolan pass

Gawadar sea port

Ziarat valley

Treasure

Minerals

Beautiful Landscape

Palm trees in Panjgur

Treasure

Minerals found in Recode

Beautiful Landscapes

Palm Trees in Panjgur

Markhor , Wild Goat (Chiltan)

Natural gas (Sui)

Coal in Chamalang

Baluchistan produces fruits

KHABAR PAKHTON KHAW

Khyber Pukhtoon Khawa

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is largely located onthe Iranian plateau and Eurasian land plate.while peripheral eastern regions are locatednear the Indian subcontinent and this has ledto seismic activity in the past.It covers an area of 74,521 km² (28,773 sq mi).It is the smallest Province of Pakistan by area.It lies in a region where Indian subcontinentmeets the Hindu kash of Afghanistan

Geography

History

Since the ancient times numerous groups have invaded KhyberPakhtunkhwa including the Persian, Greek, Turks. Mughals and theBritish b/w 2000 and 1500 BC. The Aryans spilt off into and Iranianbranch represented by Pashtun which is came into being as dominant.

KPk Education Institutions

SPORTS

People and culture

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•Simple and loving•Hospitable•Brave•Patriotic

Language

•Regional language is Pashto and some people speak Hindko .Balti

Main Cities Of KPK

D.I .Khan

MardanNowshera Charsada

Hazara Abbotabad

Kohat

FAMOUS MOSQUES OF KPK

Customs and Traditions of KPK

Dress and music in KPK

1. Rabab2. Drum 3. Guitar etc

Dresses

In big cities usually wear shalwar kameez (shirt and trouser) and women cover their head with dopatta.

Tourism Attraction

•The northern areas in KPK are famous andattractive for the tourist.

•They are rich in natural beauty.•The second highest mountain peak

of the world that is K2 is also in northern areas.

Tourism Attraction

Wadi e nieelam

K2

CROPS OF KPK

JEWELRY & GEMS OF KPK

DAMS OF KPK

Dresses & Embroidery