FOSTERING TOLERANCE AND RELIGIOUS HARMONY THROUGH EDUCATION: ANALYZING PROF. DR. HUSSAIN MOHI-UD-DIN QADRI’S CONTRIBUTIONS TO TRANSFORMATIVE PEDAGOGY AND INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN PAKISTAN

Abstract

This research explores the transformative role of Prof. Dr Hussain Mohi-ud-Din Qadri in educating tolerance, religious moderation and interfaith dialogues in Pakistani society. In this research, the multiple initiatives toward creating novel academic programs at Minhaj University Lahore are discussed to show how his vision of education for peace and counter-terrorism could be implemented effectively. Interfaith studies, which aim at bringing people closer and fostering amity between them and different communities of the world are central to Dr. Qadri’s approach. It also explores other aspects of his educational reforms, whereby he produced future generation of leaders who embrace tolerance and social cohesion. By doing so, the study demonstrates how Dr. Qadri’s teaching model contributes to the development of the culture of tolerance and inclusive society in the context of Pakistan's complex socio-political landscape.