Intellesctuals Corner

By Urooj Riaz                                                                                                    


                                                    BEING PATRIOTIC
                                          
An individual who zealously loves, support and defends his country against the detractors is known as a true patriot. Millions of patriots are there, who fought immeasurably for their homeland. Nevertheless, the soul of patriotism lies in the believe of the patriot. All the individualistic instances let the patriots keep their soul of patriotism alive. Moreover, thousands of war events which occurred in the history are also a wide source for all the super patriots, to get immensely be in touch with the soul of patriotism.
However, being a Pakistani, I would shed some light on the points which a patriot in Pakistan must learn! As being patriotic, being aware of all the patriotic duties and having reverence for your homeland as a state of patriots, are the key points which a Pakistani should grasp. 
”Patriots always talk of dying for their country but never of killing for their country” – Bertrand Russel
So, for being a patriot a person must be a human first! Helping needy people, having a heart for all those who are poor but hardworking and furthermore “being a Pakistani”. Being Pakistani is the ultimate point and prove of being a true patriot, such as adoring the homeland and equally adoring the Pakistanis!
Above all, the heart of a Pakistani should bleed green emphatically for Pakistan.
On the other hand, knowing all the patriotic duties is also a key part of the patriot’s life. However, it is much better to be a responsible citizen beside being a patriot. It is like being a well responsible national, practicing all the duties to the best of the ability.
On the contrary, Pakistan is a state of patriots, and the nationals of pakistan are a prove of par excellence in the whole world. The Youth of Pakistan is enthusiastic to do any thing for the well being of the country. Similarly, there are so many heroes who have proved through their positive thoughts and approaches, and have become the pride of our nation. As in the history, our great heroes like Quaid-e-Azam, Allama Iqbal, Liaquat Ali Khan, Fatima Jinnah, Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto, Dr. Abdul Qadir Khan and many more, have done so much for Pakistan. Following their footsteps there are so many youngsters like Arfa Karim, Ali Moeen Nawazish, and the young activist Malala Yousaf Zai, who have left their mark on the world charts, by doing some great work for the country.
I would like to share a quote which inspired me to write this article,
“I have always regarded myself, in the first place, as an African Patriot” – Nelson Mandela.
Consequently, a Pakistani-patriot should have regard for Pakistan as this can lead him to a higher rank all around the world. And, he can let the world know that the best example of a patriot is a “PAKISTANI” !