Universities around the world are melting pots of cultures, ideologies and varied opinions and the breeding grounds for debate on issues and challenges faced by the world at any given time. They are also key platforms for the youth to develop understanding of the world beyond the curricular and pedagogical perimeters as they provide various avenues for discussions, both in and out of classrooms.
Breaking away from their traditional practices, more and more Pakistani universities are offering students the space to debate, discuss and deliberate upon issues emerging in an ever-changing world. Though a ban on student unions has certainly deprived students of a much needed platform to voice their opinions, Model United Nations (MUN) have somewhat filled the gap. The event has become a key calendar event in many Pakistani universities and more and more are coming forward to offer students this crucial space for debate.
