An indigenous way of peacebuilding & More....
By Hassan M. Yousufzai & Ali Gohar
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An indigenous way of peacebuilding & More.... |
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By Hassan M. Yousufzai & Ali Gohar |
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In many parts of the world, significant and increasing contributions to conflict transformation and peacebuilding are being made by local practitioners concerned about peace and stability of their communities, using locally-integrated, indigenous, conflict transformation institutions and practices. It is in this perspective that this book explores different dynamics of an indigenous institution named “Pukhtoon Jirga”. Pukhtoon Jirga is one example of the presence and viability of traditional institutions, which was most recently realized in the aftermath of September 11, when the term “Loya Jirga” was repeatedly heard through the media. Why is Jirga important to the Pukhtoons? What are the tasks and responsibilities of the Jirga? |
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Why, when and how does a Jirga succeed or fail? The present political arrangement in Afghanistan came about after the international community called Jirga members to a meeting in Bonn. The institution of Jirga is the oldest and the most dominant component of the Pukhtoon culture and yet, so far its history, structure and activities remain unwritten. Most of the social institutions of Pukhtoon life rely heavily on the institution of Jirga for the routine working of their lives. The institution of Jirga is practiced mainly in the Pushto speaking areas of north western and western Pakistan and mainframe Afghanistan. The Jirga is responsible for maintaining order in every social frame of life, from national and international affairs, to individual as well as collective. |
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This book presents a conceptual framework of the context in which Jirga operates, defines main principles, compares them with contemporary structures and documents them as a resource for forthcoming work on development and peacebuilding. On the way this study draws attention to the challenges that confront the Pukhtoon people and suggests measures for a planned growth and development of Pukhtoon society.
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