Ali Bhutto`s Socialist Practice in Pakistan: Theory, Policy, and Influence

Abstract

The practice of Islamic socialism by former Pakistani Prime Minister Ali Bhutto holds an important position in Pakistan's development process. Ali Bhutto's theory of Islamic socialism holds that socialism is applicable to Muslim countries such as Pakistan. Socialism can promote social and economic equality in Pakistan, democracy and socialism must develop together, and all enterprises in Pakistan's national economic infrastructure must be public enterprises. Ali Bhutto's Islamic socialist policies include nationalization of industrial and financial institutions, land reform, labor reform, and education reform. Ali Bhutto's Islamic socialism has had a significant impact on Pakistan's politics, economy, and other aspects.