44% Pakistanis believe that trade relations with India should be allowed
ISLAMABAD, March 17 (SABAH): Forty-four percent Pakistanis believe that trade relations with India should be allowed.
According to a survey conducted by Gallup & Gilani Pakistan, over 4 in 10 (44%) Pakistanis believe that trade relations with India should be allowed.
A nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the country was asked the question, “Some people believe that trade with India should be allowed, while others oppose this idea. What is your opinion on this matter?”. In response, 44% said ‘trade should be allowed’, 28% said ‘trade should not be allowed’, and 26% said that they didn’t know, while 2% didn’t respond.
In another survey conducted by Gallup Pakistan said that 72% Pakistanis are of the view that women face greater stigma in wake of divorce while 65% recognize Khula as a right but legal awareness remains low.
The latest survey by Gallup Pakistan explores public awareness, societal attitudes, and legal perceptions surrounding divorce in Pakistan. Conducted among a scientifically selected statistical sample of close to 1000 men and women, covering all four provinces including urban and rural areas, the study highlights significant gaps in legal knowledge, deep-rooted societal stigma, and gendered disparities in perceptions of divorce.
Half of Pakistanis are unaware of the concept and legal process of Khula, while 70% do not know about Clause 18 in the Nikkahnama, which grants women the right to initiate divorce. Over 60% are unfamiliar with the different types of Talaq in Islamic law.
65% of respondents believe Khula is an essential right for women, while 18% disagree. More than half believe Talaq-e-Biddat (instant triple Talaq) is widely misused, with women expressing stronger concerns than men.
72% of respondents believe women face greater societal judgment than men when seeking Khula, while 63% state that a woman’s reputation is negatively affected by divorce. Additionally, 77% agree that societal stigma surrounding divorce remains a significant issue in Pakistan.
Financial neglect (33%) and domestic violence (19%) are cited as the main reasons women seek Khula. For Talaq, financial disputes (38%) and domestic violence (20%) are the leading causes. Economic factors play a critical role in divorce trends, with financial issues cited more frequently among lower-income respondents.
According to another survey conducted by Gallup and Gilani Pakistan, more than 1 in 2 (55%) of Pakistanis reported that they or one of their household members had a runny nose in the past month.
It shows that more than 1 in 2 (55%) of Pakistanis reported that they or one of their household members had a runny nose in the past month.
A nationally representative sample of adult men and women from across the country was asked the question, “In the past month, have you or any member of your household experienced any of the following ailments/illnesses? By household members, I mean all individuals who live together and share a kitchen. [runny nose]” In response, 43% said ‘No,’ 55% said ‘Yes’ and 2% did not know or did not respond.