Simrah & Aamina - Hofstede Dimensions: Pakistan

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Hofstede Dimensions: Pakistan

Indulgence: 0

A score of 0 on this scale means a country, in the case of Pakistan, is strict in the rules and norms, and is almost restrained. They have established rules they follow and prefer traditional values, according to this score, never or rarely straying away. They have a more “conservative” approach to their lives and feel a sense of duty to complete tasks before leisure. I think this score is too low. Visiting Pakistan on many occasions, I’ve noticed that despite their being rules or traditions to be followed, many of my cousins enjoy stepping out of that bubble to try new things. Additionally, there's been a rise in trends of Pakistani teens and young adults breaking these “cultural rules”, such as more outspoken youth against elders and wrongdoings, and a rise in indulgence, desires, and more (applying for jobs outside of family, travelling alone with friends at young ages).

Individualism: 5

This score in Individualism vs. Collectivism dimension tells us that Pakistan is a collectivistic society. In Pakistan, there’s a collectivist culture. This culture is made by deep relationships of an individual with family and more. The concept of loyalty is very important. Relationships are extremely important and it’s important for collectivists to nurture their connections with the people around them. I agree with this score because as a Pakistani, I grew up learning about the importance of keeping good family ties with my distant and lost relatives. I tend to go to gatherings of extended family, and take care of them as well. Additionally. loyalty to my family has been a constant reminder for me. Many traditions and practice's within Pakistani culture are rooted in collectivism, such as celebrations for religious days and more. A lot of times we send money to extended family I haven't even met, which in a way displays the loyalty we all grow up hearing about.

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Uncertainty Avoidance: 70

In Pakistani culture, the high Uncertainty Avoidance score of 70 indicates that people from our culture prefer to stay away from unpredictable situations and find ease in established rules and norms. It implies a strong desire for order, precision, and adherence to traditional values. Pakistani culture tends to oppose unconventional ideas and places significant emphasis on punctuality and hard work.

I personally agree with this score, as I’ve observed this in the way that family events are organized in our culture. For instance, weddings aligned with Pakistani culture tend to be elaborate affairs including a set sequence of events. Theres nearly always a similar predefined schedule of traditional parties, meals, and cultural/religous ceremonies. This structured approach to weddings in our culture not only reflects the significance of traditions, but also establishes a feeling of structure and predictability during major life events.

Motivation towards achievement and success: 50

............................................................................In the dimension of Motivation toward Achievement and Sucess, Pakistan scored a 50, displaying a balanced stance between a decisive, competitive drive and a consensus-oriented, quality-of-life centric perspective.

In my perspective, this score appears accurate as our culture often values both aspects. On the one hand, there is a visible ambition and drive for success, particularly in academic and professional fields. The emphasis on on competitiveness and achievement may be seen in many sectors of life, beginning with school and progressing to work environments. ..................... On the other hand, in Pakistani culture, success is not only defined by standing out or being among the best. There is a strong emphasis on caring for others and preserving a high quality of life. This mixed emphasis on achievement and quality of life correlates with the intermediate score, demonstrating our culture’s varied and multifaceted approach to motivation.