Pakistani English Literature in Multicultural Context

Colonial discourse was based on binary opposition of “we”” and “other” in which the “other” was recognized as a fixed, generalized image of the colonized. Postcolonial methodology represented a new look which aimed to show the political importance of culture in the formation and reflection of the above mentioned imperialist ideology and opposed the durability of it. By this way, as a part of culture literature has been viewed not only as aesthetic art but as one of the most effective medium to convey socio-political ideology. However, multiculturalism offers more liberal approach, free from mutual accusation, which is based on the recognition of cultural diversity. This is the only way to put an end to violence stemming from indignation of cultural differences for political ambitions. Pakistani English Literature sets an example of a multicultural milieu which reflects not only the possibility of living side by side in spite of our cultural multiplicity but also the possibility of acquiring a hybrid identity, which gives a unique chance to live beyond borders and develop our personality reflecting diversity of cultural heritage.