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The Paradox of Optional Thesis: Is Anthropology Losing Its Heart?

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  • . July 22, 2025
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Welcome to Contro Pulse, Pakistan’s premier digital space for anthropological inquiry and cultural studies. We move beyond the headlines to explore the intricate fabric of Pakistani life—from the evolving traditions in bustling urban centers to the digital worlds shaping new social realities. Our mission is to provide rigorous, insightful, and thought-provoking analysis that challenges stereotypes and fosters a deeper understanding of the human experience in Pakistan. Join our community of researchers, students, and curious minds as we explore the stories that define us.

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A symbolic illustration of a large open book with a fading human heart dissolving above its pages. On the left, students walk away holding laptops, symbolizing optional thesis and 'armchair' learning. On the right, students are immersed in a vibrant cultural fieldwork setting, observing and writing, representing anthropology's traditional roots.

The Paradox of Optional Thesis: Is Anthropology Losing Its Heart?

Floods in Pakistan submerging villages; families stranded on rooftops, rescue boats and helicopters providing aid, while community volunteers distribute food, highlighting both human resilience and governance failures.

Floods in Pakistan: A Natural Disaster or a Governance Failure?

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The Silent Crisis of Forced Marriages of Hindu Girls in

This is a picture of a man speaking at a microphone, with chains coming out of it. The chains are wrapping around a woman who is walking in a sad, empty park. There's a broken swing set and a closed gate that says "Park Closed." The sky looks dark and gloomy. You can see faded Arabic writing in the background. At the bottom, it says "When Ideas Become Weapons."

Intellectual Terrosim: When Ideas Are Used as Weapons

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Contro Pulse has become an indispensable resource for my sociology courses. The articles are well-researched, accessible, and provide the nuanced perspective on Pakistani society that is so often missing from mainstream discourse. It’s a vital platform for academic engagement.
Dr. Fatima HassanProfessor of Sociology, Lahore University
As an anthropology student, Contro Pulse gives me a direct line to the topics and debates shaping the field in Pakistan. Reading the work of other researchers on the platform has been incredibly inspiring for my own fieldwork and dissertation.
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I've been following Contro Pulse from the UK to deepen my understanding of Pakistan beyond the news. The quality of writing and the depth of cultural insight are outstanding. It feels like taking a masterclass in South Asian studies.
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Writing for Contro Pulse provided me with a fantastic (and free) opportunity to share my ethnographic research with a broader audience. The editorial team was supportive, and it gave my work visibility that was instrumental in my early academic career.
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Honor Killings in Balochistan: The Price of Love

A young South Asian Hindu girl in traditional red clothing sits alone beside a barred window, looking out with a solemn expression.

The Silent Crisis of Forced Marriages of Hindu Girls in

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WHERE IS OUR HUMANITY? An HONEST REFLECTION

the parents are struggling hard to arrange the financial resources for dowry while the daughters also feel inferior and low self-esteem.

Unpacking the Tradition of Dowry in Pakistani Society

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A digital illustration highlighting the cost of being a good girl in Pakistani society. A young Pakistani woman stands in the center, her expression distant. Grey, ghostly hands labeled "parents' values," "brother’s honor," and "future husband’s worth" reach out to pull her in different directions. Behind her, a shadow holds a shattered mirror, symbolizing her lost identity. The muted background and spotlight on the woman emphasize societal pressure and emotional burden.

The Cost of Being a Good Girl: Obedience Silences and

A young South Asian Hindu girl in traditional red clothing sits alone beside a barred window, looking out with a solemn expression.

The Silent Crisis of Forced Marriages of Hindu Girls in

A poster for the drama Tan Man Neelo Neel shows a man and woman on an old TV screen, glowing with soft light. Around the TV, a crowd of angry, shadowy people is shown, creating a dark and chaotic scene.

Tan Man Neelo Neel: A Drama That Dared to Speak

a family is enjoying while capturing their every moment on social media without knowing the cons of it. Contropulse has been written on the picture.

Family Vlogging: A Tool to Earn Money or a Threat

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