Madrassa’s Education in Pakistan Since 9/11

Abstract

The word ‘Madrassa’ has become confused and its negative image is propagated during recent years. In the West and US, a circle among the policy makers considers this institution as an instrument of spreading hatred and violence in the society. In the same manner the Madrassas in Pakistan are looked as nurseries of religious bigotry and extremism. On the other hand Madrassas have a significant role in imparting the religious education. The main objective of this research study is to throw light on the changing pattern of Madrassa’s education and the efforts of Pakistan government to reform. Further, this study also investigates the Madrassas in their socio-political context. One of the major findings of the study is that there has seen a shift in the traditional study to multidimensional approach in Madrassas.

Keywords

• Madrasa
• Pakistan
• Reform Education
• 9/11
• Islam