Survey Results: 14% of Pakistanis Clueless About Their Prime Minister!
In a surprising twist, a recent Gallup survey has uncovered that 14% of Pakistanis can’t name their Prime Minister! Conducted between June 28 and July 10, the survey asked over 700 people across the nation about their knowledge of the current Prime Minister’s name.
While 65% of respondents correctly identified Shehbaz Sharif as the Prime Minister, an astonishing 20% got it wrong, and a surprising 14% admitted they had no idea.
The survey also highlighted some interesting differences: 71% of men could name the Prime Minister, compared to only 61% of women. Additionally, people living in cities were more aware than those in rural areas, with 72% of urban residents correctly naming Shehbaz Sharif, compared to just 63% of those in the countryside.
These findings have sparked a lot of conversations about political awareness in Pakistan. “It’s concerning that so many people don’t know who their leader is. This suggests we need better civic education,” said a well-known political analyst.
The results have also set social media on fire, with many expressing shock and disbelief. “How can so many people not know who is leading the country?” wondered one Twitter user, while others saw the survey as a call to action to boost political literacy across the nation.
Interestingly, the survey also revealed that the current government is particularly unpopular among the youth. Only 58% of respondents aged 18-30 could name the Prime Minister, reflecting a growing disconnect between younger generations and political leadership. This age group also showed the highest rate of incorrect answers, with 25% getting the name wrong.
Political experts suggest that the unpopularity of the current government among the youth is due to perceived failures in addressing key issues like unemployment and education. “Young people are frustrated with the lack of opportunities and feel that the government is not listening to their concerns,” said a youth advocate.