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About the School

Welcome to the Mihaj School of Political Science, where the seeds of knowledge blossom into a profound understanding of the intricate world of politics.

At Minhaj University Lahore, we believe that political science is not just a subject of academic study; it is a gateway to shaping the future of nations. Here, you‘re prepared to immerse yourself in a vibrant and dynamic environment that fosters critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the power and impact of political systems.

With a distinguished faculty comprising of leading scholars and practitioners, state-of-the-art research facilities, and a curriculum that seamlessly blends theory and real-world application, studying political science at MUL is an excellent choice for those who aspire to shape the future of our global society. Beyond the classroom, our graduates have gone on to pursue successful careers in various fields, including government, international organizations, non-profit organizations, research institutes, academia, and advocacy. They are equipped with the skills to critically analyze complex issues, articulate their perspectives, and contribute meaningfully to society.
Join us and unlock the ways to unravel the complexities of politics, igniting transformative change, and become an influential force in the realm of governance and policymaking.

Head`s Message

Message

On the behalf of my faculty, staff and students, I cordially welcome you to the School of Political Sciences at MUL where you learn from the renowned leaders of this field.

MUL is indeed the best choice for you if you’re looking to have more than mere bookish knowledge. With us, you will be trained in a conducive learning environment with critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity to analyze complex and intricate political issues. Besides this, you will also be professionally groomed to make it to the top. I invite you to visit the campus and make the decision yourself.
 
Moreover, as the Head of School, I assure you my faculty and I will be working together to bring the best educational services for you and assist you to achieve all your milestones.

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Objectives

  • To enable the students to meet and confront the growing challenges of state, politics, and society.
  • To guide them in developing the understanding of institutions, practices, and relations that constitute public life and modes of inquiry that promote citizenship.
  • To help in strengthen their interest in practical national and international political developments.
  • To efficiently teach them necessary skills for scientific research in various fields of political science.
  • To teach analytical skills, in depth thinking of political phenomena, and ways of solving various political problems expressed both in writing and speech.

Salient Features

  • Well-equipped classrooms.
  • Seminars on political issues.
  • Book Talks/ Debates/ Policy brief.
  • Research culture.
  • Teaching and research collaborations.
  • The teaching pedagogy is reflective and focused on inquiry-based learning.
  • HEC/PHEC-approved curriculum.
  • HEC-approved supervisors.
  • Nine weeks of mandatory summer internship for undergraduates.
  • Contemporary pedagogy includes case studies, classroom activities, video tutorials, group discussions and instructional assignments.

Publications

Title Volume.# Issue.# Pages Year
Post 2010 Afghanistan-Pakistan’s Transit Trade: Implications of Legal and Illegal Endeavours
Journal Name: Journal of Education, Culture, and Society
 Volume # 9 Issue # 2 Year of Publication: 2018
Religion, Reason and Human Rights
Year of Publication: 1970
Climate Change Vulnerabilities In South Asia: Prospects of water, agriculture and food security.
Journal Name: Russian Law Journal
 Volume # 11 Issue # 5 Year of Publication: 2023
Humanitarian crises in Afghanistan after re-emergence of Taliban and its implications for Pakistan.
Journal Name: Global Foreign Policies Reviews
 Volume # 6 Issue # 1 Year of Publication: 2023
POLITICAL CHALLENGES AND IMPERATIVES IN ACHIEVING RENEWABLE ENERGY SOLUTIONS FOR THIS DILEMMA AND REQUIREMENTS, PAKISTAN: A CASE STUDY
Journal Name: Russian Law Journal
 Year of Publication: 2023
Media and Civil Society Conflicts in Pakistan: Media as an Agent of Resolution or Escalation
Journal Name: Journal of Xi’an Shiyou University, Natural Science Edition
 Volume # 19 Issue # 5 Page # 8 Year of Publication: 2023
Media and Civil Society Conflicts in Pakistan: Media as an Agent of Resolution or Escalation
Journal Name: Journal of Xi’an Shiyou University, Natural Science Edition
 Volume # 19 Issue # 5 Page # 8 Year of Publication: 2023
CLIMATE CHANGE VULNERABILITIES IN SOUTH ASIA: PROSPECTS OF WATER, AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY
Journal Name: RUSSIAN LAW JOURNAL
 Volume # 11 Issue # 5 Page # 10 Year of Publication: 2023
Linking Foreign Policy and Energy Security: Iran-Pakistan gas Pipeline
Journal Name: Journal of Political Studies
 Volume # 29 Issue # 2 Page # 9 Year of Publication: 2022
Turkmenistan Afghanistan Pakistan India Gas Pipeline and Foreign Policy of Pakistan
Journal Name: Journal of Development and Social Sciences
Volume # 63 Issue # 4 Year of Publication: 2022
Energy Policies of Pakistan: A Comparative Analysis (1994-2013)
Journal Name: Journal of Politics and International Studies
 Volume # 6 Issue # 2 Page # 1-11 Year of Publication: 2020
Empowered Iron , In a Complex Region (Middle East): Tehran`s Foreign Policy Challenges and Dimensions in the 21st Century
Journal Name: Global Political Review Recognized by Government of Pakistan (HEC) in Y Category Journal
 Year of Publication: 2020
Pakistan China Iron Brother: A new Horizon of Interstate Relations
Journal Name: Orient Research Journals of Social Sciences
Volume # 04 Issue # 02 Year of Publication: 2019
Nuclear Program of Iran and Perception of West
Journal Name: Journal of Pakistan Vision
Volume # 19 Issue # 2 Page # 182 to 193 Year of Publication: 2019
Religious Education and Extremism in Pakistan: From Deobandi Militancy to A Rising Sufi Fanaticism
Journal Name: Journal of Education, Culture, and Society
 Volume # 9 Issue # 1 Year of Publication: 2018
The role of ethnicity in Sindh(a case study of MQM)
Journal Name: American Journal of Research Communication,
Volume # 3(4) Year of Publication: 2015
Muslim League in Balochistan
Journal Name: JPRSS
• Critical Analysis of Nuclear Politics in South Asia: Case Study of Two Rivalry State 2008 – 2018
• Legislative Issues & Challenges to Minorities in Pakistan during (2013 - 2017) A Case Study of Christians in Punjab
Socio-Political Culture of Punjab: A Case Study of Caste.
Journal Name: Journal of Professional Research in Social Sciences
 Volume # 02
• Role of External Powers, An Analytical Study of Pak – US Relations 2010 – 2018
Saudi Arabia Watchman of United States Interest (2008 - 2016)
Mid – East Peace: Possibility of Divide Jerusalem
Water Weapon Strategy & Counter Strategy 1949 – 1998 (Pak – India)
• Comparative Study of Ruling Political PARTIES FOR Development of Democracy in Pakistan 2008 – 2018
Pak – Iran Relations Challenges & Opportunities (1999-2013
• Pak – Saudi Economic & Defense Relations (2013 - 2018)
Book review of Islam and Christianity,
Journal Name: Journal of Professional Research in Social Sciences
Nuclear Efforts of Iran under the shadow of US Sanctions
Journal Name: Global Strategic and Security Studies Review
Volume # Vol, V, NO III Page # 60-67
• Nuclear Program of Iran and Challenges for Saudi Arabia (2010 - 18)
Shifting National Security Paradigm of Pakistan from Geo Politics to a Geo Economics Era.
Journal Name: Global Economics Review
Leadership Role of Hassan Rouhani and Nuclear Deal of Iran
Journal Name: GIRR
• A Problematic Relations between Washington & Islamabad (A Case Study of Pak-U.S Relation During Obama Regime 2009-2016)
• Pak – India Strategic Relations and Its Impact on South Asia 2013 – 2018
Hegemonic Nature of United States with Tehran and its Impacts on Middle East (ME) Politics: A Critical Analysis.
Journal Name: Global Strategic & Security Studies Review
Historical Perspective of Political and Constitutional Development in Pakistan
India’s Trade relation with GCC States and its Political Benefits (2013-2018)
• Religious Extremism: A Threat to Pakistan’s National Security (2002-2018)
Nuclear efforts of Iran under the shadow of US sanctions.
Journal Name: Global Security and Strategic Studies Review
Changing Dynamics of Pakistan-India Relationship and Kashmir Predicament
Journal Name:  Journal of The Punjab University, Historical Society
• India-Pakistan Nuclear Arms Race & Implications on South Asian Security (2008-2018)
• Center Provincial Relations in Pakistan: A Problem of National Integration
Empowered Iran’ in a Complex Region (Middle East): Tehran’s Foreign Policy Challenges and Dimensions in 21st Century
Pak-Afghan Relations in the Perspective of War on Terror
Journal Name: JPRSS
• Vision and Core Values of Benazir Bhutto in Politics as Prime Minister of Pakistan
The Political Role of Justice Pir Muhammad Karam Shah Al-Azhari - an Analytical Study
Hindutva: Impacts on Indian Muslim Community
Journal Name: Pakistan Languages and Humanities Review
Volume # 3(1)
Plantation Awareness Regarding Clean Green Pakistan: An Analytical Study of University Students of Lahore”
Journal Name: Central European Research Management Journal
Volume # 30 Issue # 4
The Seminaries of Lahore: A Challenge or Contribution to Society
• Foreign Policy of Pakistan towards India during Musharraf Era (1999 – 2008): An Appraisal
• Socio – Political Realities and Impacts of Caste System in the Punjab: A Focus on Tehsil Chunian (District Kasur)
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