Pakistan, May 26 -- In every democratic society, people have the right to protest, criticise governments, and demand justice. Public movements and political activism are important tools through which citizens raise their voices against economic hardship, corruption, unemployment, and administrative failures. However, history has repeatedly shown that not every movement launched in the name of "public rights" is entirely sincere or independent. In many politically sensitive regions, genuine public grievances are often exploited by groups working to promote foreign agendas and destabilise society.

This debate has become increasingly relevant in Azad Kashmir, where certain groups present themselves as champions of public rights while critic...