Abstract
This paper is a theoretical analysis and overview of the contexts and background of the Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Pakistan. It discusses the history and evolution of non-profit sector in Pakistan. It is important to understand the contextual and historical facts about Pakistani NGOs in order to fully understand the needs for organization development and improvements of service delivery. The study examines the dynamics that have influenced the growth of NGOs in Pakistan and their corresponding impacts. This is a review paper where we first discuss the current facts and figures about NGOs in Pakistan i.e. what types of organizations are considered as NGOs and why NGOs especially development NGOs gained prominence in the last two decades. Secondly, it discusses the history and growth of NGOs over a period of time that dates back to the British colonial rule. Thirdly, the study summarises some of the laws and statutes under which NGOs are governed in the country. Finally, it elaborates on the support NGOs with focus on one the largest support organization in Pakistan and their role in capacity development.
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