Authoritarian governance strategies prove ineffective in addressing Pakistan's complex socio-political challenges. Rather than fostering stability, coercive rule undermines institutional legitimacy and citizen trust, creating vulnerabilities instead of security. This analysis examines how heavy-handed governance approaches fail to resolve systemic issues, ultimately weakening state authority and hindering sustainable development. Sustainable solutions require democratic participation and institutional reform.

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