Culture, Love and Orkiboza A case Study of Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Abstract

Present study was conducted in Bannu, on the topic,"culture, Love and Orkiboza, a case study in Bannu". The basic purpose of the study was to understand the paradoxical nature of Orkiboza in Pakhtoon society. For this purpose, interview guide for both the Orkiboz and orkai was used. Case study were also included in the study. Besides, common people, parents and elders of the area and religious personnel were also included for interview to get clear picture of the topic concerned. I also have my key informants who have helped me in getting data.I have conducted in depth interviews and focus group discussions with my respondents which I have selected by using purposive and snowball sampling. In the results it was found that Orkiboza exists in Bannu. There are three categories in Orkiboza including lovers from both sides, One sided love and the the third type is need based. The third type Orkiboza is actually fulfillment of sexual desires. All the three types exists in the society but has no effect on the marital life of anyone. Orkiboza is considered bad, and those who get involved are usually free to keep their own business to themselves, far from family. Parents are aware of the heinous behaviour that exists in society and educate their children. They are involved because of their low socioeconomic status or a lack of opportunities to interact with females. In conclusion, Pakhtoons are generally stigmatised by the stigma of love, but it exists and is practised in society. The current study elucidates the causes and consequences of Orkiboza in Bannu, which must be addressed specifically in the area for the betterment of society.