The Role of Universities in Strengthening and Institutionalizing the Nation-Building Process in Afghanistan

Abstract

Universities, as social institutions, are not only responsible for the

transmission of scientific knowledge but are also directly and

indirectly involved in social cohesion. All human societies regulate

their behavior and relationships based on a set of specific values.

Since human mentality and beliefs are largely influenced by

environmental and historical factors, national values are temporally

and spatially bound, indicating that each society possesses its own

unique set of values. The objective of this research lies in the

commitment and loyalty to the elements of nation-building in

Afghanistan through the universities. The main question is that What

role do universities play in strengthening and institutionalizing the

nation-building process in Afghanistan? This study utilizes Barry

Buzan's theoretical framework of the idea of the state and the concept

of top-down nation-building. It employs a descriptive-analytical

method, with library resources, articles, and journals as sources of

information. The findings reveal that universities play a crucial role

in the development and growth of culture, fostering patriotism,

accepting political values within the framework of education, and

promoting a sense of belonging and national unity, all of which are

key components of nation-building.