Salient Features of Pakistani Culture

Salient Features of Pakistani
Culture
Muhammad Junaid Ali Khan
Road Map to This Presentation
1 DEFINITION OF CULTURE
2 PAKISTANI CULTURE IS A ISLAMIC CULTURE
3 SALIENT FEATURES OF PAKISTANI CULTURE
1.Religious Uniformity
2.Language
3. Literature and Poetry
4.Dress and Diet
5.Mixed Culture
6.Male Dominated Society
7.Arts and Architecture
8.Handicrafts
9.Recreational Activities-Sports
10.Education
11.Religious Festivals
12.Ulema,Mushaikh and Sufi Poets
14 CONCLUSION
DEFINITION OF CULTURE
Culture may be defined as behavior peculiar to human
beings, together with material objects used. Culture
consists of language, ideas, beliefs, customs, codes,
institution, tools, techniques, works of arts,
ceremonies and so on.
According to Allama Iqbal:
"Culture encompasses all the mental, Spiritual and
Physical activities of a Nation. It includes the basic
beliefs and faith, values and literature, art and
architecture, music and mode of dress, manners and
customs prevalent in a given Society."
PAKISTANI CULTURE IS A ISLAMIC
CULTURE
Pakistan is an ideological Islamic State. Its very
existence is due to Islam, so the Pakistani culture is
primarily based on the Islamic way of life. All other
ingredients of culture are inspired by Islam.
Pakistani culture is highlighted by its grandeur,
simplicity, firm convictions and noble deeds and
ideas.
SALIENT FEATURES OF PAKISTANI
CULTURE
1.Religious Uniformity:
Pakistan came into existence to provide its people
a system of life based on Islam. The people, in spite
of some differences of languages, customs and
traditions commonly follow one religion of Islam.
This is the religion, which is practiced by all people
of Pakistan.
2.Language
A number of languages are spoken in Pakistan.
Some of them are Punjabi, Sindhi, Pushto and
Baluchi. But Urdu is spoken and understand in all
parts of Pakistan. Being the official language, it is
the media of communication between all regions
of Pakistan.
3.Literatur and Poetry
Literature is an important aspect of our cultural
life. Most of our poets reflect Islamic code and
trend in their poetry. They gave the message of
love and brotherhood. Similarity of thoughts
amongst poets and writers of all regions is an
important factor of our cultural life.
4.Dress and Diet
Dress is an important manifestation of culture. The
regional dresses of Pakistan undergo changes in the light of
local traditions, economic conditions, way of living and
wealth in the region. But in all provinces people generally
wear Shalwar Qameez. Our eating habits, foods and social
etiquette are strictly in conformity with Islamic principles.
5.Mixed Culture
Pakistani culture is a mixed culture although majority of
people are Muslims by birth and faith. But there is great
influence of Hindu and British culture on the present
Pakistani society.
6.Male Dominated Society
In Pakistani culture the male member of the family enjoys
the key position. Family is headed by a male member and
in most cases, he is the soul sources of income for other
members of the family.
7.Arts and Architecture
The iconoclasm of Islam has given a characteristic form
and pattern in the use of elegant designs, based on
geometric figures and floral forms borrowed from nature.
The Shah Jahan Masjid, Shalimar Garden, Badshahi Masjid,
Shahi Qila and many such graceful buildings are a living
proof of the excellent Mughal architecture.
8.Handicrafts
Embroidery, Leather works, glazed pottery, wood work,
carpet making, metal crafts, ivory are the essential parts of
our culture. Pakistani craftsmen are considered as the best
in their craftsmanship. They are known for the high quality
works which is very popular in foreign countries.
9.Recreational Activities-Sports
The recreational activities all over the Pakistan are
common. The games like wrestling, hockey, cricket,
football, squash, Kabaddi etc are popular in every part of
our country. These games reflect our cultural identity.
10.Education
Education contributes a great deal in developing national
character. Educational system plays a vital role in the
formation of culture, unity and solidarity of a nation.it is,
therefore, important that the entire syllabi right from the
lower to higher level should be placed in accordance with
the ideology of Pakistan.
11.Religious Festivals
Festivals play an important part of our culture. Eid-ul-Fitr
and Eid-ul-Azha are our two main religious festivals .They
are celebrated with great happiness throughout the
country.
12.Ulema, Mushaikh and Sufi Poets
Ulema, Mashaikh and Sufi Poets occupy an honoured place
in our cultural aspect of life. Sufis like Lal Shahbaz, Data
Ganj Baksh, Shah Abdul Lateef, Sachal Sarmast, Hazrat
Sultan Bahu and Waris Shah rendered meritorious services
for the spread of Islam in the Sub Continent.
CONCLUSION
Culture which includes religion, literature art,
architecture, dresses, music, manners and customs
has its roots in the Islamic culture. Islam has
described the rights and duties of every individual.
Even in drinking, eating and dressing, we have to
observe certain rules prescribed by Islam. So, it
may be said that Pakistani culture represents the
true picture of Islamic culture.

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