Growing Radicalization in the Educated Youth of Pakistan

The state and society of Pakistan have been greatly affected by the mark of religious extremism and terrorism. One of its major auxiliaries has been radicalization. The country possesses a combination of diverse but tolerant cultures and religious ethos which have been severely damaged by the menaces of radicalization, religious extremism and terrorism. As a society and a state, Pakistan is being engulfed by yet another grave existential threat; the growing radicalization in the educated youth of Pakistan. This youth, belonging to affluent families and educated in elite institutions of Pakistan are being increasingly radicalized. Finding answers to questions like what factors underlie the radicalization of educated youth in Pakistan and how can this growing trend be countered is the aim of this research study.