There is nothing new or extraordinary behind the concept of PASARC.  In fact, it should have been established long ago.  All other pillars of the state and other allied institutions have already established similar centers and use them as Think-Tanks for facilitation services to their advantage.  Importance of research cannot be undermined, and creation of such an institute is a service to the nation.   As famous writer Harlan Ellison put it:  “Everybody has opinions: I have them, you have them. And we are all told from the moment we open our eyes, that everyone is entitled to his or her opinion. Well, that’s horsepuckey, of course. We are not entitled to our opinions; we are entitled to our informed opinions. Without research, without background, without understanding, it’s nothing. It’s just bibble-babble …”