I believe we need devolution of power in Pakistan to the
grass root level. As stated in the readings the function of assemblies is
legislation, representation, scrutiny, political recruitment and legitimacy,
however in Pakistan members of the National assembly have been given an
additional task of carrying out developmental work in their respected
constituencies. This task should be left to the local govt, with the task of
development being carried out by mayors and councilors.
Not only will this help proliferate power to deeper levels
but it will also reduce corruption and mal practice. In the incumbent set-up,
parliamentarians are given large funds and they are free to use these funds, as
they deem best. This results in concentrated development in certain areas, such
as the one being witnessed in Lahore, whereas other areas such as South Punjab
remain improvised.
It is unsurprising to note that the current rulers are
unwilling to hand power over to the local govt. The last local govt elections occurred
in 2005, under a military govt.
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