The only solution to our problems

Noam Chomsky is a critic of the American imperial policies. He gives a devastating critique of the American intellectuals and has rightly stated in his book titled American Power and the New Mandarins: "It is the responsibility of intellectuals to speak the truth and to expose the lies." Chomsky is highly critical of subservient intellectuals, openly or subtly, to the rulers of society. By analogy it is understandable that it is the responsibility of Pakistani intelligentsia to educate the masses on murkiness, and to exposes the lies and to shed light on the impediments in our progression. Now, one must ask himself a question that what to do now?

Musharraf is history now. His resignation was a good riddance. Certainly, the credit goes to Asif Ali Zardari and the democratic forces but we must not waste time in unnecessary jubilation. The democratic forces must vigorously move forward. In September, 2008, most likely PPP Co-Chairman Asif Ali Zardari will assume the office of president. PPP co-chairman and the future President Asif Ali Zardari will have more burden on his shoulders to rescue Pakistan. After the tragic assassination of Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, Asif Ali Zardari raised the slogan of saving Pakistan. Since December 2007, he is playing safe and has emerged as a resilient, mature and sagacious leader. But in coming months more is required. The co-chairman has pledged avowedly to complete Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's mission. If Zardari really wants to accomplish the mission of Bhutto than he has to sincerely strive for the uplift of masses and the solidarity of Pakistan. Mr. Bhutto's mission can only be accomplished by implementing Bhuttoism in letter and spirit.

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto gave a clarion call to establish a society based on four pillars (Bhuttoism):

1.    Islam is our Deen (Religion). The first pillar of Bhuttoism rejects the terrorism, extremism, and sectarianism in our society. Islam preaches moderation, tolerance, non-violence, and co-existence, hence, establishment of an enlightened, moderate, and egalitarian society.

2.    Democracy is our politics. It puts an end to militarism and dictatorship in our society. Preaches freedom of expression, independence of media, protection of human rights, rule of law and independence of justice system. The modern Muslim thinkers support democracy. Quaid-e-Azam achieved his target through democratic process. We need to democratise our society in essence.