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    Colorism In Pakistan Discrimination Based On
    (Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2020) Roha Haseeb; FA15-BDE-005; Zain-Ul-Abidin; LHR TP 5795
    Colorism in Pakistan: Discrimination Based on Skin Tone” examines the social hierarchy and biases associated with skin color within Pakistani society. The study explores how lighter skin is often privileged in areas such as media representation, marriage prospects, employment opportunities, and social status, while darker skin tones face marginalization and negative stereotypes. Rooted in historical, colonial, and cultural influences, colorism continues to shape perceptions of beauty and worth. This research highlights the psychological, social, and economic impacts of such discrimination and emphasizes the need for awareness, media responsibility, and inclusive narratives to challenge and dismantle color-based prejudice.
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    Male Gaze In Pakistani Culture
    (Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2019) Javeria Tariq; FA15-BDE-022; Zain-Ul-Abidin; LHR TP 5790
    The concept of the male gaze in Pakistani culture reflects the ways in which women are viewed, represented, and controlled through patriarchal perspectives embedded in social, media, and cultural practices. Rooted in gender power dynamics, the male gaze shapes expectations of female behavior, appearance, and mobility in both public and private spheres. In Pakistani society, this phenomenon is evident in film, television, advertising, and everyday interactions, where women are often objectified or judged according to male-defined standards. This study explores how the male gaze influences identity formation, restricts agency, and reinforces gender inequality, while also examining emerging resistance through feminist discourse, digital media, and evolving cultural narratives.