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Political Violence in Pakistan: Myths vs. Realities
IGC researchers analyze the evidence on political violence in Pakistan in the volatile period 1988-2010. The scale, scope, and geographic distribution of violence is assessed. Evidence does not suggest that there was a fundamental change in the patterns of political violence in the core population centres of Pakistan. However, the recent increase in violence in FATA, KPK, and Balochistan, are uncharacteristic of their historical patterns.
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To read other economic views and policy briefs written by CDPR Fellows and Affiliates, visit CDPR website at www.cdpr.org.pk
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About the Consortium for Development Policy Research (CDPR)
CDPR is an association of independent researchers/policy advisors based in Pakistan. It aims to consolidate resources and promote cutting-edge research to stimulate evidence-based debate on key policy issues. Its participating organizations include the Center for Economic Research Pakistan (CERP) and the Institute of Development and Economic Alternatives (IDEAS). CDPR receives financial support from the IGC, which is based at the London School of Economics and Political Science in partnership with the University of Oxford and is funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID). The Consortium’s policy advocacy is carried out via engagement with policymakers, media and other stakeholders using multiple avenues such as workshops, dialogues, seminars, web based materials and regularly published high-quality policy briefs. CDPR is also building capacity as a reservoir of research materials (reports, papers, books, data) on key policy areas relevant to Pakistan available on the website.
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