Social inclusion of minorities in Pakistan: The case of Sikh community

ABSTRACT

This paper aimed at analyzing the social inclusion of the Sikh community living in Pakistan with emphasis on social, economic dimensions. The mixed-method research approach was employed and data was collected from 94 respondents through questionnaires, focus group discussions, and in-depth interviews, and analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The results revealed that both communities extend moral and financial support at times of need and participate in each other's communal events. The Sikh community showed dissatisfaction with their economic conditions and considered education and employment as the most important factors for enhancing the inclusion of Sikhs in society.

KEYWORDS:

• Social inclusion
• exclusion
• minorities
• sikh communities
• social and economic dimensions

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