"The military destabilised my government on politically motivated charges"
- Benazir Bhutto
About this Quote
This quote by Benazir Bhutto is referring to the armed force's interference in her federal government. She is implying that the military used politically inspired charges to destabilise her federal government. This could suggest that the military pre-owned incorrect or exaggerated charges to reject her federal government and compromise its power. This might have been done to acquire control of the government or to avoid Bhutto from attaining her political goals. This quote highlights the power of the military in Pakistan and how it can be used to control the political system. It likewise demonstrates how the armed force can be utilized to weaken democracy and the guideline of law. Bhutto's quote is a reminder of the importance of safeguarding democracy and the rule of law from military disturbance.
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