The political history of Sindh is also closely related to public consciousness, political awareness and democratic struggle. This land has always played an active role in national politics and has made significant sacrifices for the consolidation of democracy. The people of Sindh have always expressed their confidence in the power of the vote and have proven through their active participation in the political process that democratic traditions strengthen the federation.

Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto also belonged to the land of Sindh, but his politics was not limited to any one province. He gave a new dimension to public politics across Pakistan and made different classes aware of participating in national decisions. His political thought mobilised millions of people in the political process and made public participation an important part of national politics.

The internal and external challenges that Pakistan is facing today require that all national institutions fulfil their responsibilities within their respective jurisdictions according to the Constitution. State stability is possible only when mutual respect between institutions, constitutional balance and the rule of law are given priority at all times.

Differences of opinion are a natural thing in a democracy. Competition between political parties, the existence of different ideologies and alternative policies are hallmarks of any democratic........

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