Journal of Visionary Philosophers (JVP) is an innovative research journal dedicated to pursuing intellectual exploration and advancing philosophical thought. As humanity faces an ever-changing world with complex challenges, this journal seeks to foster a deeper understanding of the fundamental questions that shape our existence, challenge established norms, and propose visionary perspectives that inspire transformative change.
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Journal of Visionary Philosophers (JVP) follows an open-access publishing policy and full text of all published articles is available free, immediately upon publication of an issue. The journal’s contents are published and distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC-BY 4.0) license. Thus, the work submitted to the journal implies that it is original, unpublished work of the authors (neither published previously nor accepted/under consideration for publication elsewhere).
An Overview of the cartoonists of Pakistan; An Excerpt from Partition to Present-day Pakistan
This article concentrates on the cartoonist of Pakistan specifically editorial cartoonists and digital animators and illustrators working in the field of cartooning. The paper focuses on the evolution of cartooning in Pakistan. The article starts off with the pioneer of cartoons in Pakistan, Anwar Ali to the era of digital cartooning also known to many as digital illustrations. This research centers around the existence of cartoonists in post partition Pakistan to the present day where with the evolution of digital industry, this art form is almost on existent.
Cartoonists, Caricatures, Pakistan, newspapers, comics.
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AI-Driven Immersive Experiences in Pakistani Cultural Narratives
The intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and virtual or immersive technologies transformed the representation and preservation of cultural heritage by providing interactive means of interacting with historical accounts. Pakistan, a nation that is proverbially rich in varied cultural heritages, oral traditions, and architectural heritage, presents opportunities for reimagining and preserving its culture using AI-powered virtual heritage. This review critically discusses the AI contribution in creating immersive experiences that recreate, conserve, and interpret Pakistani cultural narratives using virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and machine learning (ML). In analyzing the latest developments in AI-based digital reconstructions, interactive narrative, and virtual curation of museums, this paper discusses how such technologies promote accessibility, learning, and cultural continuity. It examines the ethical and epistemological issues of digital heritage, such as authenticity, data bias, and the digital divide. Overall, this research emphasizes how immersive experiences powered by AI can close the gap between past and present, reshaping cultural experience for generations to come
Copyright (c) 2025 Dure Nayab, Ahmad Bilal (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Comparative Analysis of Nietzsche and the Death of God: Implications for Modern Ethics
One of the most provocative statements in modern philosophy, Friedrich Nietzsche’s declaration that God has 'died,' carries significant implications for ethics and moral theory. This paper sets out to examine Nietzsche’s lateness ‘announcement’ that ‘god is dead’ and to understand that the moral tradition of the West has been founded on a belief in a divinely ordained or just moral order, that in the destruction of this order the foundation of Western ethics is undermined. We first situate Nietzsche’s ideas in late 19th century European thought and the relation between God and morality. We go on to elucidate the meaning and the existentialist crisis of nihilism that Nietzsche was portending when the spoke of the ‘death of God.’ We then go through Nietzsche’s critique of conventional morality, as well as his argument that there is no ‘God’ and therefore absolutes of good and evil lack grounding and then move on to Nietzsche’s proposed alternatives to fill the void: there’s a ‘revaluation of all values,’ an Übermensch (overman) as a creator of new values, and the will to power as a principle of affirming life. Finally, the paper engages with recent notion and critique of Nietzsche’s ideas: contemporary responses and critiques in terms of how Nietzsche’s ideas impacted on modern moral philosophy, existentialist criticisms and reaction and secular and religious criticism. After that, we turn to Nietzsche’s lasting impact on modern ethics and whether he became either a catalyst for new practices of value creation, or a controversial figure whose rejection of egalitarian morality and compassion is firmly condemned. This paper analyzes primary texts (e.g. The Gay Science, Beyond Good and Evil, Thus Spoke Zarathustra, On the Genealogy of Morals) and locates themselves in relation to scholarly interpretations to explain Nietzsche’s understanding of ethics after ‘the death of god’ and its relevance to contemporary ethical thinking.
Copyright (c) 2025 Tasneem Fiza, Syeda Fatima Noor, Afia Sajjad (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Dasein Reprogrammed: A Shift From Heideggerian Being To Designed Human
In the current technological world, human beings are confronting the technologies of all time and clime, so they are experiencing reality through the lens of technology. Dasein, being-in-the-world of Heidegger, is losing its interconnectedness with the world as technology is bridging the relation of being and the world. Heidegger raises the question about the essence of technology, which is threatening to the essence of man; therefore, a reflective approach to this problem is inevitable. Now, with the rising concept of Transhumanism, there is no gateway to escape without addressing this existential crisis. This is the crucial time to contemplate the man-techno relationship, as the technology, which is always trying to master human beings, is now ready to make humans devoid of human qualities, emotions, and even individuality. There is also a need to deal with the technological factors that are continuously changing the definition of being human, as Transhumanists have their own optimistic definition of being human, which is the enhancement of human beings by their alteration with the help of technology, which makes them Transhuman or Superhuman, but not the Being-in-the-world. The intrinsic presence of technology in human beings is eliminating the way of its beingness by making it a by-product of technology.
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This article explores how violence has profoundly shaped Pakistani society, impacting its historical trajectory, cultural identity, and social dynamics. It examines recent high-profile incidents, such as the near-lynching of a woman for her attire in Lahore, the murder of a tourist in Swat, and the killing of a Sri Lankan manager in Sialkot, as reflective of deeply rooted violent behaviors. Through theoretical perspectives from scholars like Robert Sapolsky, Piaget, and Plato, the paper suggests that violence in Pakistan is not merely a spontaneous phenomenon but is inherited from historical survival mechanisms and reinforced by socio-political and environmental influences. The article traces this legacy to events like Partition, which saw massive inter-communal violence, and the civil war in 1971, which further embedded violent methods within the national psyche. Political and social policies from the centralized governance under Ayub Khan to the Islamist reforms of Zia-ul-Haq have often marginalized dissenting voices, creating an atmosphere where violence becomes a response to conflict and a means of maintaining power. Further, Pakistan’s underfunded and inconsistent education system, coupled with limited efforts to promote emotional intelligence, has hindered societal growth and fueled intolerance. Despite rising literacy rates, educational reforms have failed to promote critical thinking and empathy, allowing cycles of violence to persist. To move forward, the article concludes that Pakistan must prioritize comprehensive education and emotional development as pathways to break free from its entrenched culture of violence, nurturing a more civil and equitable society.
Copyright (c) 2024 Rafey Afzal, Maham Baig (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Challenging the Theory of Planned Behavior through a Modernist Lens and Empirical Evidence
The Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) is a widely used framework in behavioral science, particularly in studies of decision-making, intention formation, and entrepreneurial action. While TPB has proven useful for predicting individual behavior through constructs such as attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control; this paper critically examines its underlying assumptions from a modernist philosophical perspective. Drawing on intellectual traditions from Aristotle to Schumpeter, this study argues that TPB reflects a postmodern orientation that prioritizes subjective perception over objective, rational structure. To empirically test this critique, the study applies Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to secondary data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM). The results show that TPB’s constructs exhibit limited and inconsistent predictive power, particularly when structural-economic indicators are introduced. The findings support the modernist view that behavior is shaped by systemic, rational forces rather than isolated individual perceptions. The paper concludes by advocating for a rethinking of behavioral theory in entrepreneurship, grounded in structured, rationalist, and empirically robust models.
Copyright (c) 2025 Kamran Hameed, Imran Akbar Saifi, Ali Asghar, Muhammad Ali Haider Chauhan (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Tracing the Personality Development in the Protagonist of Home is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo
This paper explores the personality development in the protagonist of Home is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo. This paper aims to delineate the difference between the ideal and the real selves. Reality is explored to show the effects of a changing surrounding world on the individual’s personality. Nima, the novel’s protagonist, undergoes conflicting circumstances and finds herself in a state of incongruence; however, it is argued that in the course of the novel, she recognises her worth to develop a congruence with herself. This research uses the Humanistic approach to discuss the personality development of the protagonist. The Humanistic Theory of Personality Development by Carl Rogers maintains that psychology embraces an individual as a whole, which is predisposed to self-actualisation and is fundamentally good. Each person’s purpose is to seek congruence in three areas of life, i.e., self-image, self-worth, and ideal self. When our thoughts about our real selves align with the ideal selves, this indicates the congruence, which in turn, indicate that our self-concept is solid and accurate.
Copyright (c) 2024 Qurat-Ul-Aien Fatima (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
This paper asserts that God is fully aware of all past, present and future occurrences and that His prescience runs counter to the traditional notion of God's omniscience. God does not know is a false statement whether past, present or future. We know the past by reconstructing it from historical evidence. God does not have to do that for he has direct and immediate knowledge of the past. Open theists frequently claim that their worldview is authentically biblical and is not based on philosophy by claiming that God has divine qualities. Greek philosophy believed that God was eternal, immutable and unchangeable. Those who hold open theism can assert that God is fully aware of the future. This paper bases its interpretation on the A-theory and B-theory of time. It was linked to the notion that the present is metaphysically privileged over the past and the future. Major views about the conventional view of God were critically examined to prove the creative knowledge about God. The traditional view requires we also accept that God has a specific good reason for allowing free agents to do what they do. It was concluded that God is confident in himself and he does not need to control or foreknow everything to steer the world toward the goal he has for it. It is inaccurate to assert that God does not know the future.
God's Foreknowledge, Divine Attributes, Traditional and conventional View of God, Theory of Time
Copyright (c) 2025 Moses Adeleke Adeoye (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A Philosophical Perspective of Children’s Creativity through Artist’s Perception
There are multiple dimensions of artistic expressions practiced since pre history for satisfaction of human aesthetics. Some are inherent and some can be acquired through art practice. These may be trigged as a response to various external and internal stimuli. This paper focuses on that very initial response of a child like wonder, when he views this world with a fresh eye and transforms its imagery in a fearless and spontaneous manner on a piece of paper or slate, on a wall or on a floor. The philosophy of Child Art and its affect on the aesthetics of an adult artist along with social responses will be explored through the perception of the author. The main focus will be on the style, concept and imagery produced by children of ages four to pre adolescence. It will also evaluate and explore the reasons of the researcher who is incorporating this child like imagery in her work. The pivotal of this research will be line, form and color, In the conclusive annotation the utility of art as a medium of expression and its beneficial aspect for children in our society will be discussed on the basis of mental development, physiological changes and psychological level at different stages of the growth pattern to provide a better understanding of an infantile.
Copyright (c) 2024 Sarosh Tariq (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Forms of Art and Theory of Form: From Plato to Hegel
The aesthetics of art is based on different components including elements and principles of art and design each contributing in creating harmony and rhythm in the anticipated forms. The word Form has been used in multiple ways throughout history, aesthetics and philosophy. The main idea here is to understand the theory of Form in different ages and stages of philosophical knowledge concentrating on the philosophical concepts from Plato to Hegel. This will lead to the idea how to study the inner meaning, harmony and rhythm of art forms through these philosophical conceptions. This analysis of Form to attain the exhilaration of the beauty will lead to its metaphysical narrative. In this paper qualitative methodology will be employed for the intrinsic analysis of the concept of art Forms along with the contextual and theoretical study of the philosophy of Form to trace its significance in their conception. This will lead to the idea of transcendence related to aesthetics and beauty which will be seen in historical and philosophical context and will further yield to the actual understanding of the aesthetics of the Forms, their physical beauty, their tangible presence, their incorporeal and spiritual aspects and their artistic and intellectual pursuits.
Copyright (c) 2024 Sadia Qutub Hashmi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Justice Reimagined: A Critical Study of Pakistan's Legal Reforms on Sexual Violence, 2021
Criminal Laws (Amendment) Act and Anti-Rape (Investigation and Trial) Act, 2021 are the latest legislations, aimed at redressal of sexual violence, and expediting the trial processes and convictions rate under Sections 375, 376, and 377, which deal with sexual violence. These amendments are termed as one of the survivor-centric legal reforms on sexual violence in Pakistan. These Acts communicate a modern approach, focusing on the problem from the view of survivors, compared to the Zina Ordinance of 1979, which still drives the social discourse on sexual violence in Pakistan. However, the legislative developments show determination to counter systemic gaps and facilitate the victims effectively. The developments following the Acts relay a complex perspective about the exclusion of Clause 376-B – chemical castration and the transformative discourse against punitive state actions. Another aspect is also examined whether rape culture is also transforming with time. Transformative courses of action are praised and validated as the only viable option, yet the analysis shows that a modern transformative discourse impedes the application of strict laws to leave a lasting impact to prevent pervasive crimes like sexual violence.
Copyright (c) 2024 Rabia Sarfraz (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Philosophy Behind Multi-Dimensional Architectural Perspective in Mughal Miniature
Representation of architecture in visual imagery is used to influence the viewers and to amplify the connotation of the painting. Architectural backgrounds are noticeable in art from the early civilizations but in their respective styles. Representation of architecture in Mughal art is based on the Islamic philosophy concentrating imitation and imagination. The two-dimensional presentation of architecture in Mughal miniatures denies the act of imitation and provokes the role of imagination in the style of representation. A comparative analysis is created with Western Renaissance art that is based on the empirical methods of achieving linear perspective in paintings. This paper draws attention to the fact that Mughals presented an alternative way of seeing in miniature. The research methodology employed to unveil comparations and evaluations is based on quantitative and analytical research. The outcome of the research suggests that Mughals derived a specific style of depicting architecture in miniature painting that provokes imagination. The style of representation is flat, decorative, monumental and two-dimensional along with the portrayal of multiple view perspective in a single scene to record multiple events happening simultaneously at a time.
Copyright (c) 2024 Nomana Masood, Farah Ahmad, Heyyaa Fatmah (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Challenges To the Public Health System during The Covid-19 Pandemic in Pakistan
The purpose of this study is to highlight the health care system challenges faced in Punjab province of Pakistan due to this pandemic covid-19. In the starting of this pandemic Pakistan lacked to all the basic facilities that they need to recover the operations of covid-19 so the government took the operating kits from the developed countries Japan and China. For the very first of this virus spreading, WHO (world health organization) considered it’s a health alert on January 30, 2020 and the other countries also collaborate with WHO (world health organization) to prevent this virus. Theeconomy of the world affected a lot by this virus and now we are focusing in this presents research paper of Punjab, Pakistanso, the very first; Pakistan government faced a lot of hardships to prevent this virus and to control this virus. In this present situation the cases still raising a lot out of reach of the government to under control and to prevent these crises. So, in this situation it is suggested to Invest in the health care system and fulfills their basic who are working in this pandemic for the prevention of covid-19 situation..
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Government and the Management of Security Challenges
This project has discussed Government and the management of security challenges Since Pakistan came into existence, there has been security challenges always for Pakistan but from 1970 to onwards till now we entered into new form of security challenges. And what role government played since 1970 to till today to stop the terrorism, and the steps like NAP and others which were taken by government are all discussed in this research. This thesis is based on primary data as well as secondary and this data is qualitative as it was collected with interviews After that the data was further concluded This analysis provide guidance to the people about what work the government did for security in order to fight the terrorism and how we can prevent it in future. After research we can conclude that how government worked to fight against terrorism and how they made national action plan NAP to fight against it
Public Health System in Pakistan: An Analysis of Government Response to Covid-1
Medical care, as a result of COVID-19, is in Pakistan's situation. In the first, as China required, is a default method, and the authorities that are required in order to test the units in China and Japan. With an increasing amount of this global pandemic and its effects have been developed. If immunization is improving, there is no point, but still, the crowd's insusceptibility to be carried out, as of approximately 3/4th of the population, and the employment of infection in people with a weakened immune system, shall be forfeited to the country. In addition, Pakistan has limited the testing units, therefore, the vast majority of COVID-19 tests have been feeling the loss of their sense even if the infection has spread. In the current situation, there are also a couple of questions about how to limit the government's handling of the public health services, in the event of any emergency In this way, the health experts are saying that the government has a duty to act with respect to secure it and gave it to the medical services of the experts. It's different from a suspected case of individual defensive gear and managerial procedures in order to guarantee the protection of medical care are experts in the requirements, which are of vital importance for the further development of the results of COVID-19 patients. In order to test the next one and lock-ins have to be centered on the areas in which groups can be distinguished. The medical services of the experts are to be the most extreme certainty because this is a global pandemic to trigger the destruction of so many deaths. To the defined medical assistant is responsible for ensuring that Pakistan can be the assembly's ability to fight the pandemic.
Child Abuse and Role of Punjab Government: A Case Study of Lahore
Child abuse is a universal issue but continues up lift in the cases from the same city (Lahore, a city of province Punjab) made me worried about it and forced me to do research on this social issue as it is a very notable subject that immensely ensures a key part in the upraise of the nation. Cultural and national boundaries result in child harm that is proscribed, proximate, and preventable. The neglect of the government in the policy-making for this issue has led the world to regard the issue as a world-wide concern. Concerns over environmental damage, led by a number of national and international organizations, have risen to a unexpected level and are now asking for the promotion of immediate action. This report is hyper criticize on the country program on child protection in Pakistan, as set out in the country's constitution. This study paper on high point for the failure of the Punjab government's child protection policy, while this paper is about government performance on child protection. The focus of this study paper will be issues the government faces in implementation of child protection policy at school level. This paper has conveyed the current situation in policy making, decision making and the lack of follow-through are each widespread problem. As part of Lahore authorization, the study’s assessment is subject to the judgement of the government's engagement in educating child protection (province of Punjab). The purpose of interviews and questionnaires is to know the status of current government practices in regard to child protection to gain an comprehension of the current situation of child protection and how the government is executing. Findings provide insight into government's analysis of school child protection policies. Without the mandatory protection, parents are afraid to allow their children to go out into the group and collaborate with others. This study explores the concept of helping children by encouraging improved protection for them.
Voting Behavior of Pakistan Rural Population in 2018 Elections: A Study of Feudal Influence in Toba Tek Singh
In the case of Pakistan, electoral system process and behavior of casting the vote is remain a complex challenge for the population since a long decade of democratic history of the Pakistan. This research paper is emphasizing the voting behavior of Pakistan rural population in 2018 elections and specifically a case study of feudal influence in Toba Tek Singh locality is focused in the study. This study analyzing the Toba Tek Singh rural population vote caste with respect to its narrative highlighting the influence of land feudal over the rural population as similar on the democratic system of Pakistan. Meritocracy in the free and fair election system has derail by the rural population voting behavior due to the Biradrism influence which have dominant power over the village or whole locality of that particular place. The study highlighting the key facts leading to the issues behind the voting behavior of rural population. Focus of this research is entirely determine to explore afore-mentioned voting behavior scenario in Toba Tek Singh which influence by the feudal lord power. This research is explaining the insights perspective and scenario of voting behavior of rural population with prospects that enable the population of Pakistan to understand and analyze the entire situation of electoral system of Pakistan in the rural areas in order to providing the awareness and in-depth analysis for the rural vote casting system to approach right voting behavior for the population betterment and wellbeing.
Student's perception towards factors affecting good governance in Pakistan
The idea of good governance is crucial to understanding Pakistan's socio-political dynamics and defining the country's future course. This study explores student perceptions to attempt to close the gap between academic conversations on governance and the realworld experiences of those who will be most affected by its results. This study's significance lies in its potential to contribute unique insights, guide policy reforms, and foster a more inclusive and participatory governance model tailored to the aspirations and concerns of the youth. However, in many developing countries, including Pakistan, good governance remains a challenge due to various factors such as political instability, lack of accountability, and corruption. This research has explored the perceptions of students in Pakistan towards these factors, highlighting the importance of understanding the youth's perspective in addressing governance issues
Perceived Factors Affecting Academic Learning at UMT
This study explores how University of Management and Technology (UMT) students perceive the variables influencing their academic performance. It focuses on three areas: student-teacher ratios, non-academic activities, and chronic absenteeism. The goal of this study of the research is to identify important components, trends, and implications for enhancing learning outcomes at UMT by examining how these factors affect learning in higher education. The research uses a quantitative techniques approach and a quantitative data collection strategy. A sample size of 379 students was established, and questionnaires were distributed over to get their opinions on the factors listed above. The study makes hypotheses about each factor's major influence on learning and tests them statistically. The three characteristics (high student-teacher ratios, non-academic activities, and chronic absence) have a favorable and significant link with student learning, according to the results. These results emphasize how crucial it is to address low student-teacher ratios, nonacademic activity participation, and low attendance in order to enhance academic learning at UMT. Programs that address chronic absenteeism should be put into place, and ideas to maximize classroom space for improved learning opportunities should be investigated.
University of Management and Technology (UMT)
Pillars of Twentieth Century’s Philosophy of Science
The philosophy of science has a rich and complex history that spans millennia. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where thinkers like Thales proposed fundamental ideas about the natural world. However, it was during the Age of Enlightenment that science truly flourished, challenging religious dogmas and emphasizing empirical reasoning.
The impact of social media on impulsive buying behavior: A case study of UMT students
This research aims to investigate the correlation between the impact of social media on the impulse buying behavior of students at the University of Management and Technology in Lahore. The research design used for this study is the Quantitative method. The sample size of the study is 379. Survey questionnaires were distributed among the students in the sample size to collect data. The data were interpreted using SPSS. The result of this investigation indicates a positive and significant impact between social media and impulsive buying behavior in UMT students. Therefore, online brands and marketers should understand the importance of social media for encouraging the online impulsive buying of users.
Moral Relativism−A Tragedy or A Blessing?
Moral practice has always been a problematic issue for the fallen humanity but there is always a lighthouse which can keep alive the hopes of man in the moral perspective. The world today is facing the dark ages of morality and the major issue which every society has been confronting is that of relativism. This paper is my humble effort to expound in detail the basic consistencies in the concept of relativism and a try to highlight certain misunderstandings associated with the objectivists’ view. The basic problem lies in the complete rejection of some absolute standards and in increasing distances from religion.