Pakistan Higher education situation | KU LLB, LLM exam
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Karachi, June 22: The current situation in Pakistan can be summarised in a few
words: chaos, rulers with no vision, and a hapless, resentful nation. The
universities of Karachi are no different, as a senior, recipient of 'Pride of
Performance' teacher put it: "We are part of society… why do you people
(journalists) expect us to be different?" Vice-chancellors (VC) of
public-sector universities are adamant about not allowing the revival of student
unions in universities. Initially, they were vague about the whole thing,
dodging questions pertaining to it. However, their real intent came out in the
open when details of a meeting of VCs from Sindh were leaked to the media.
According to reports, it was decided that the revival of student unions was 'not
feasible' as it will cause more violence in the universities. This logic seems
dubious because it has been proven that more incidents of violence were recorded
after the unions were banned in 1984. However, a silver lining in this
regard seems to be the financial aid that higher education institutes may
receive. The World Bank is considering giving $100 million to the Higher
Education Commission (HEC) for students who have either gone abroad or are
waiting for funds (scholarship funds) before they enrol at educational
institutes of their choice. The federal government is also taking some steps
pertaining to this, including monetary injection for ailing universities. Let us
hope that the students will get some relief from all this. Meanwhile,
the HEC recently published an advertisement in newspapers, warning students and
parents not to seek admission in a university that was given a charter in Azad
Kashmir but set up campuses in various parts of the country. It is good to know
that the HEC is taking action against those who have commercialised education.
This, however, is not enough. What about the degree-awarding universities that
are housed inside 400- to 600-square-yard bungalows? A recent visit to a
university in the city was an eye-opener. An event was organised in a large room
to pay homage to freedom fighter Chaudhry Khaliq Uz Zaman. Sadly, the students
there were acting worse than schoolchildren. In fact, they continued to shout
and make catcalls despite warnings issued by their teachers, showing that they
had little respect for the latter. Indeed, the entire event was an eyesore and
painful to say the least. It just goes to show that educational institutes are
being run like corporations and zero values are being imparted to the
students. -perwez.abdullah@thenews.com.pk (The News)
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Karachi University announced LLB, LLM exam forms' dates
Karachi: The University of Karachi has announced that the last date for
the submission of examination forms and fee for LLB (part-II and final) and LLM
(previous & final) has been extended till June 24. According to a KU
statement issued here on Saturday, the forms can now be submitted with a late
fee of Rs1,000 till the new date. ppi
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Convocation ceremony held at Air War College
Karachi: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Tariq Majid
has said that "landmark achievements in military profession bring with them
heavy responsibilities and challenges of leadership, command and resource
management, both during peace and war". Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff
Committee (CJCSC), General Tariq Majid was expressing his views while addressing
the convocation ceremony of 22nd Air War Course at Air War College (AWC),
Karachi on Saturday. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC),
General Tariq Majid reiterated that Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has a proud history
of professionalism and enviable sterling achievements. Paying tribute to
Pakistan Air Force and its training institutions Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff
Committee (CJCSC), General Tariq Majid said, "Given its pivotal role in wars and
very significant contributions now being made in the counter insurgency campaign
in the tribal areas, Pakistan Air Force has earned recognition for its
exceptional performance both nationally and internationally. The
Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Tariq Majid
congratulated the graduates, including those from fraternal countries, Pakistan
Army and Navy on successful completion of the course. Speaking at the occasion,
he also advised them to stay apace with contemporary geo-political and strategic
changes, rapid advancements in aviation technology, employment concepts and
latest trends in strategies. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee
(CJCSC), General Tariq Majid said that this would ensure that strenuous
standards of a modernised air force are achieved by acquiring mastery in its
application and management. The News
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