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Punjab has the greatest importance in the politics of Pakistan. It has always been remained the main center of all political activities. It is a common perception that Punjab always ruled over Pakistan through its politicians. Its people are considered industrious and hard working. The land of the Punjab is divided into different parts like central Punjab, Southern Punjab and Northern Punjab. The culture and traits are different in these different parts of the Punjab. The demands of the leaders of the various parts are also different. The people of Punjab always play their role in every political alliances which has established against any kind of dictator. Without the support of its people, it is impossible for the alliances achieve its targets. The blame is also given to the people of Punjab that they are always ready to cooperate with the dictators and do not raise protests against those who try to shackle the roots of democracy. This paper presents the role of the people of Punjab in the movement for restoration of democracy which was launched for challenging the rule of Zia-ul-Haq’s Regime. The research will explore the following questions. Why did the Punjab not provide support to MRD? What was the role of the politicians of the Punjab in MRD? Why did the political parties of the Punjab join MRD? How did the civil society exert influence over the movement for restoration of democracy?

Abdul Qadir Mushtaq, Tohid Ahmed Chatha, Anam Saleem. (2016) ROLE OF PUNJAB IN THE MOVEMENT FOR RESTORATION OF DEMOCRACY, Journal of the Punjab University Historical Society, Volume 29, Issue 1.
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