The need for affirmative action in enhancing political participation of minorities in Pakistan

This policy brief evaluates political participation of minorities in Pakistan and examines the challenges that impede their participation in the politic al processes. It contextualizes the environment in which minorities can participate in the political system, emphasizes the need for an affirmative approach, analyses the imbalance and lack of transparency in selection of minority representation, and discu sses the implications of a separate electorate.