Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Pakistan
Useful guide to a country profile of the Southern Asian nation of Pakistan featuring background details and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Oxfam
Oxfam: Pakistan
Resource presents information on efforts in Pakistan as well as facts and information about the people and geography of Pakistan.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Pakistan: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Pakistan in South Asia.
BBC
Bbc: Country Profile: Pakistan
Thorough look into demographic information, leadership, culture and more about Pakistan. Find pictures, audio, statistics, and more.
Other
Law Research: Pakistan Law and Government Pakistani Historical Background
Detailed information about Pakistan's history from the dawn of Islam to the Pakistan movement.
BBC
Bbc News: Pakistan's Army and Its History of Politics
This site from BBC News contains a medium sized article in Pakistan's History in Military. About half-way down the article is a somewhat comprehensive exploration of Pakistan's military coup, led by Mohammad Ayub Khan in 1958.
PBS
Pbs Online News Hour Extra: Pakistan: Country and Culture
This two period lesson plan focuses on Pakistan's country and culture.
Other
Military Domination of Pakistan 1977
An explanation of General Zia Ul-Haq's military and political rise, his cancelling of elections, and Pakistan's eventual return to democracy in 1988.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace: Pakistan & Afghanistan Relations [Pdf]
An examination of the current situation in Afghanistan (late 2006) and how the Taliban are gaining strength. In addition, the author looks at how how this is effecting Pakistan and how only the end of military rule can lead to better...
Other
Pakistan Information Networks: National Parks
This site gives descriptions of the National Parks in Pakistan. There is also a small section on top destinations and tour destinations.
Other
Story of Pakistan: The Constitution of 1962
This site from The Story of Pakistan explains the time leading up to the military coup in Pakistan, and the eventual suspension of the constitution. Mostly centering on the Constitution of 1962 set up by Ayub Khan.
PBS
Pbs: India and Pakistan: 60 Years of Independence
Sixty years after becoming independent of British colonial rule, India and Pakistan are forging their own destinies, while they continue to have sporadic clashes over Kashmir. There are several news reports from August 2007 here, as well...
BBC
Bbc: 2.5 Million People Affected by Pakistan Floods
The BBC provides a comprehensive look at the floods in Pakistan, examining the local, national, and international implications of the natural disaster. (August 2, 2010)
Other
New America Foundation: The Battle for Pakistan
This site discusses counter-terrorism and the conflict in Pakistan's North West Frontier Province, utilizing a number of primary source documents by a variety of authors to emphasize further the violence taking place in the country....
Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: Teaching With the News: Pakistan's Floods
Lesson with multi-media resources introduces young scholars to the disaster in Pakistan after the devestating floods in 2010 and encourages them to consider the impact of history, climate vulnerability, and current politics as they...
Other
The News International: Pakistan
The News International, Pakistan offers the latest news and articles on Pakistan and other world news.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: Pakistan: Media and Culture Through the Ages
This photographic exhibit explores the role of media in the culture of Pakistan between the years 1960 and 1985.
BBC
Bbc: The Story of India: Pakistan and North India
Visit the ancient sites of India through this interactive site. Click on an image and read the backgrounds and view pictures of the places that shaped the history of Pakistan and India. Included are the Taj Mahal, Khyber Pass, the Golden...
Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: India and Pakistan in the Wake of the Mumbai Attacks
Interactive lesson provides students with an opportunity to understand the circumstances surrounding the Mumbai terrorist attacks while examining the historical relationship between India and Pakistan. Note: Some media resources may not...
The Economist
The Economist: Pakistan: Kashmir Dreaming
A 2006 examination of the gradually improving relations between Pakistan and India as both nations look ways to settle the dispute over Kashmir.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Pakistan
Provides an overview of the culture of Pakistan. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Other
Amnesty: Millions Suffer in Northwest Pakistan
This article discusses the atrocities being committed in Pakistan's North West frontier province as the violence increases and displaced refugees attempt to return home. (June 10, 2010)
PBS
Pbs News Hour: India Pakistan Dispute
An archive of the most recent events in the ongoing Pakistan - India dispute from the PBS NewsHour with Jim Lehrer. Provides links to recent stories, maps and a timeline. (12 July 2006)
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