According to a Gilani Research Foundation Survey carried out by Gallup Pakistan, majority (83%) of Pakistanis support the idea of Prime Minister Debate, on the pattern of Presidential debate, before elections on Pakistani TV Channels.
A nationally representative sample of men and women from across the four provinces was asked. In many countries before elections, candidates for Prime Minister discuss their plans and agendas for the country on live TV channels (if they win the elections) and respond to the questions from public and opposition. Kindly tell us that in your opinion should there be such programs on Pakistani TV channels? Responding to this, 83% said yes while 15% said no. However, 2% did not give a view.
