Military Operation in Malakand Division Pakistan: Causes and Implications

Terrorism and military operation have a strong effect on the behavior of people and play destructive role in the disturbance of people’s lives and government activities in the region. In Malakand division where the literacy is low, people have strong belief on religion, having strict cultural norms; therefore it was easy for insurgent groups to misguide the innocent people with misinterpretation of religion. The paper discusses and analyzes various factors and consequences of military operation in Malakand division. The current research is significant to know the pro and cons of military operations as Pakistan is facing the menace of terrorism. According to survey the main elements of terrorism and military operation have been investigated and discussed. First bad administration and lack of good governance weakens local loyalty for the government. Second was negligence of government policies towards such rural areas. Third was, economic dislocation, fourth illiteracy, strict cultural norms and illegal use of FM broadcasting by militants. The FM broadcasting used to change the mind and attitude of people towards social instability and extremism. These all elements opened room for insurgent groups to have footing. Through survey also the implications of military operation have been investigated and discussed.