Abstract:
Pakistan, a multicultural country, is likely to become a
global economic hub after completion of the China-Pakistan
Economic Corridor. Therefore, it is imperative that the
country’s new generation has an inclusive approach
towards cultural diversity and respect for individuality.
Recent events of extremism against fellow students at
educational institutions make it even more vital to inculcate
peace education within the curricula to address issues like
intolerance and racism.
Primary education is believed to have a lasting and
enduring impact on the overall personality of a student.
Therefore, this study undertakes content analysis of primary
level General Knowledge/Social Studies federal and Punjab
textbooks. It calls for more focus on peace and
multiculturalism by including areas like disarmament and
human rights education, ecological literacy, education for
development, and conflict resolution in primary level
textbooks. The study also suggests pedagogical
modifications by teachers with greater attention on creative
and critical thinking.
