The writer is a sociologist with interest in politics and history. He’s accessible on Twitter @ZulfiRao1
Recent studies have revealed the incidence of profound loneliness and emotional detachment among regular social media users
Some political parties have a strong aversion to the idea of powerful local governments
Sociological factors have had a role in destabilising democracy
Adina Beg Khan rose to governorship in times when locals could only aspire for safety and survival patronage from alien rulers of India
Why people in rural areas prefer traditional dispute resolution forums over the formal justice system?
The politics of Zulfikar Bhutto leading to the coup of July 5, 1977 hold some crucial lessons for political leaders of the day
