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Ericica Robin's representation of Pakistan in the upcoming Miss Universe pageant has stirred a maelstrom of controversy within the nation.
The decision to send Robin as the country's delegate has triggered intense debate, particularly among conservative voices, who are incensed by what they perceive as a unilateral selection process. This development is notable because beauty pageants are a rarity in Pakistan, a predominantly Muslim-majority nation.
Erica Robin, a 25-year-old Christian hailing from Karachi, clinched the title of Miss Universe Pakistan in a competition held in the Maldives. She competed against four other finalists, including Hira Inam, Jessica Wilson, Malika Alvi, and Sabrina Wasim, ultimately securing the coveted position.
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Her selection marks a historic moment in Pakistan's representation at the Miss Universe pageant, which has been running for 72 years. The controversy surrounding Robin's participation mirrors the very stereotype she aims to challenge.
When asked about her aspirations for her country during the selection process, she expressed her desire to alter the perception of Pakistan as a backward nation.
Pakistani Senator Mushtaq Ahmed criticized organizers of a pageant, while Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar called for an intelligence investigation into the event's "shameful act" and "insult and exploitation of women in Pakistan."
Erica Robin, despite a challenging international stage debut, is determined to challenge the narrative about Pakistan, set to compete in Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador.
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