Pakistan Culture And Traditions

The history of Pakistan dates back to 1947. This was when China was being given independence by the Great Britain. Many Muslims under the leadership of Ali Jinnah were fighting for the liberation of Muslims. The Great Britain thus took a part of India and made it a place for Muslims. This is the reason about ninety-five percent of the 130 million Pakistan population are Muslims. During August the same year, Pakistan was given independence. They for the first time raised a flag in that region. The Pakistan flag is of a green background with a white stripe on the left side. It has a crescent that has four sections. These sections are symbolic and symbolize the four products that drive the economy of Pakistan. These products are tea, wheat, cotton and jute. Below this section, there words faith, unity and discipline are printed. The national and official language of Pakistan is Urdu. Some international officials also use English and it is referred to as an informal official language. There are other small languages used in Pakistan.

The Culture of Food in Pakistan

Food in Pakistan is a theme that is commonly used in Pakistan. Pakistan being a country of mainly Muslims has a few rules about what food should be eaten. People there do not eat pork. During the month of Ramadan, rent or fasting is significantly observed. Food is used to mark and celebrate many occasions. During the end of the Ramadan period, a great feast takes place. Muslims believe in sharing. Those that are capable are supposed to share meals with the poor and the family members. Muslims also show their submissiveness to God by offering sacrifices. During sacrifices, those that can are supposed to slaughter a camel, goat or cow. They are then required to divide the meat into three equal parts. One is given to the poor; one portion to friends and the rest is prepared and taken to the home of the one offering the sacrifice. When celebrating childbirth, a goat is slaughtered in the case of a girl and two in the event of a boy.

Gender roles and status

Pakistan has a well-defined system. Women are the homemakers. They are responsible for building the homes. On the other hand, man is supposed to be the breadwinner. They are supposed to provide for the family. Women are however given as many rights as men counterparts. They are allowed to be involved in gainful employment and own property. The right of custody of children in Pakistan is left to the mother.