The battle for equality and recognition by an ethnic group is an old and recurring phenomenon. If this struggle gathers momentum, it develops into an ethnic conflict. Baluchis, Punjabis, Pashtuns, Sindhis, Seraikis, Muhajirs and Chitralis are the main ethnic groups of Pakistan. Since the emergence of Pakistan on world’s map, the country has had ethnic and linguistic differences among its people, and Ethnicity in Pakistan has existed since it's very inception.

There are many variables that contribute to Ethnicity Language, religion, geographical association are regarded as the key factors. An ethnic conflict may arise due to regional disparities or lack of education. 

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