Abstract
Participatory approach is an indicator of sustainable development which a global agenda for almost every country and international development forum around the globe. Participation not only ensure sustenance of development projects but also help adopt for policies, laws and resource use patterns, which is friendly to efforts pertaining to ensure live over mother planet. Jargon, such as citizens’ voices refers to similar state of affair where roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders are defined and where value of the vote is citizenry is considered significant in electing legislatures. Ground realities show that there is a big gap between theory and practice, particularly in developing countries including Pakistan. The situation gets worsen where tribal set up exists and belongingness of masses are treated on the basis of their economic, tribal and social status. This research study finds a number of root causes for the prevalence of such an unpromising situation that has already tantalized working mechanisms of people friendly legislation and accountability. It also provides broader guidelines to engulf the gap between voters and elected representatives of masses as present or future legislature / leaders towards good governance.

Dr. Abdul Rahim Changezi, Mohammad Yousuf, Hakeemullah. (2019) Citizens’ Voices for Enhanced and Effective Legislation and Accountability, Pakistan Studies, Volume 9, Issue 2.
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