Balochistan:
A Democratic, Liberal, and Secular State on the
Horizon
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
It is inevitable that Balochistan will become an independent
country. The future of Balochistan is determined by the choices
we make today in nation-building. Our decisions could either
propel us to emulate the best nations in the world, or drop us in a
bleak pit until we cease to exist.
To assure that we are making the right decision for Balochistan,
it is imperative that we collectively brainstorm about constructive
ideas for our new country.
A Democratic, Liberal, and Secular State on the
Horizon
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
It is inevitable that Balochistan will become an independent
country. The future of Balochistan is determined by the choices
we make today in nation-building. Our decisions could either
propel us to emulate the best nations in the world, or drop us in a
bleak pit until we cease to exist.
To assure that we are making the right decision for Balochistan,
it is imperative that we collectively brainstorm about constructive
ideas for our new country.
Fortunately, here at the Government of Balochistan (GOB) in Exile, we have already discussed and short-listed various options. However,
your constructive critique will be much appreciated; and if your ideas are viable, we shall incorporate them into our future plans.
First and foremost, the Baloch nation must become a part of the global community of nations. We cannot remain isolated for too long. After
all, it was our isolation and internal bickering that caused us to loose our sovereignty in the first place. One of the goals of GOB in Exile is
to sensitize the public and lawmakers of modern nations about Balochistan, and to pull us out of our current predicament.
In order to attract any sympathy (and investments) from US, European Union, or any other developed country, we have to project that we
stand for a modern Balochistan rather than a mirror image of an intolerant Pakistan, Iran or Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
We should have liberal policies allowing our people freedom to choose rather than choking their human spirit with religion-based
restrictions. United Arab Emirates is now one of the favorite holiday destinations for many Americans and Europeans. Over there, you can
view men and women playing on beaches in their regular or Islamic swimsuits, they can either go to numerous bars or dance clubs
where alcohol is served, or go to the mosque a few yards away and abstain from the various vices that are freely available. It is up to the
individual to make a decision about how they want to lead their life; the state does not get involved in such frivolous matters unless an
individual violates the law of the land.
Also, it is advisable to have a democratic form of government in Balochistan, which incorporates the Balochi “rawaaj” (culture) instead of a
religion. Countries that are plagued by religious intolerance create unnecessary fear among the more liberal nations. The crisis in Algeria,
Palestine and possibly in Turkey where the religious based democracy is gaining strength is causing grief for many people around the
world.
Religion should be considered a personal choice in Balochistan. We are Baloch first, and then anything else. Among the Baloch race,
there are Zikris, Muslims, Hindus, Jews and numerous other religions. No one in Balochistan should have the right to criticize anyone else’
s religion. We don’t want to be a nation based on a religious identity.
We believe that Democracy, Liberalism and Secularism are the three platforms that will help the Baloch nation to rise from poverty and
ignorance. We must look forward to a bright future, and catch up with the best nations in the world.
Mir Azaad Khan Baloch
General Secretary
Desk of The Government of Balochistan in Exile
The Jerusalem Post Building
PO Box 81
Jerusalem, 91000
ISRAEL
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your constructive critique will be much appreciated; and if your ideas are viable, we shall incorporate them into our future plans.
First and foremost, the Baloch nation must become a part of the global community of nations. We cannot remain isolated for too long. After
all, it was our isolation and internal bickering that caused us to loose our sovereignty in the first place. One of the goals of GOB in Exile is
to sensitize the public and lawmakers of modern nations about Balochistan, and to pull us out of our current predicament.
In order to attract any sympathy (and investments) from US, European Union, or any other developed country, we have to project that we
stand for a modern Balochistan rather than a mirror image of an intolerant Pakistan, Iran or Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
We should have liberal policies allowing our people freedom to choose rather than choking their human spirit with religion-based
restrictions. United Arab Emirates is now one of the favorite holiday destinations for many Americans and Europeans. Over there, you can
view men and women playing on beaches in their regular or Islamic swimsuits, they can either go to numerous bars or dance clubs
where alcohol is served, or go to the mosque a few yards away and abstain from the various vices that are freely available. It is up to the
individual to make a decision about how they want to lead their life; the state does not get involved in such frivolous matters unless an
individual violates the law of the land.
Also, it is advisable to have a democratic form of government in Balochistan, which incorporates the Balochi “rawaaj” (culture) instead of a
religion. Countries that are plagued by religious intolerance create unnecessary fear among the more liberal nations. The crisis in Algeria,
Palestine and possibly in Turkey where the religious based democracy is gaining strength is causing grief for many people around the
world.
Religion should be considered a personal choice in Balochistan. We are Baloch first, and then anything else. Among the Baloch race,
there are Zikris, Muslims, Hindus, Jews and numerous other religions. No one in Balochistan should have the right to criticize anyone else’
s religion. We don’t want to be a nation based on a religious identity.
We believe that Democracy, Liberalism and Secularism are the three platforms that will help the Baloch nation to rise from poverty and
ignorance. We must look forward to a bright future, and catch up with the best nations in the world.
Mir Azaad Khan Baloch
General Secretary
Desk of The Government of Balochistan in Exile
The Jerusalem Post Building
PO Box 81
Jerusalem, 91000
ISRAEL
Related Links:
| Baloch Society Of North America (BSO_NA) Baloch Society Of North America (BSO_NA) is Non-Profit Organization, working to unite and Organize all Baloch in North America, to expose the Occupation of our land (Balochistan) and exploitations of our resources by Pakistani and Iranian Governments, and to bring their Human Rights Violations in Balochistan into the world’s Notice. |