No one can dispute the assertive position of English as a communicative language. It is enjoying status of medium of instruction as well as compulsory subject in Pakistan. But it is facing numerous problems in learning. The failure rate of the students is increasing which is deplorable. The failure in this subject means the failure in the public examinations. The concerns about the situation can be observed by all the stakeholders. The recent study is an attempt to probe into the alarming situation that has been conducted in the male colleges of public sector of Districts Mianwali and Bhakkar, the remotest Districts of Pakistan. This study deeply looks into the obstacles faced by the intermediate collegiate students in learning it. Four out of seven public sector colleges of both districts have been selected; taking from urban and rural areas to get genuine and reasonable data in this connection. The study has examined the position of English in the presence of Urdu and Saraiki, the mother tongues of students with the background of the brief survey of the position of English and the learners of it. Many factors have been indicated that are responsible for creating obstacles in learning English. Results point out that students of the context desire to learn English but numerous factors stand on their way of progress that need to be eradicated for the better future of this language. The ambiguous educational policies, the bias attitude towards English, the behavior of parents and teachers, the adverse policies of the government, the unavailability of modern teaching technology to the public sector, the shortage of English teachers especially in the remotest located colleges, the flawed syllabi and examination system, the lack of teaching training and the deprived position of teachers are the major factors that are arising obstacles in learning English. The study emphasizes upon the state support by adopting positive approach to the issue to strengthen the position of English.

Since the 1970s work of Gardner and Lambert, studies on language learning motivation have received much consideration in second language research. More recently, studies on reading motivation have also gained much interest. This study was conducted among 40 male second year pre-university students of Government MAO College, Lahore (Pakistan) to investigate the levels of instrumental and integrative motivation for reading English as a Second Language (ESL). Data were collected through an adapted version of Dornyei's language learning motivation questionnaire, and analyzed by means of descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that the students were more strongly instrumentally motivated for reading English in their context. It was also found that the students have relatively lower levels of integrative motivation for reading English. Based on the findings and implications, recommendations are made for the enhancement of motivation for reading English in the Pakistani context.

Reading motivation is a well-researched topic in relation to first language literacy development due to its influence on both reading processes and outcomes. In second language reading, the role of motivation has not been as thoroughly explored. The aim of this review of literature is to highlight established studies as well as recent explorations in some recurring areas of first and second language reading motivation research. Focusing on reading in the English language, it provides an overview of the underlying components of reading motivation, and discusses internal and external factors that relate to students' motivation to read. The article concludes by suggesting directions for further research in second language reading motivation, including conducting more qualitative studies, and exploring sociocultural influences and instructional practices that motivate or demotivate readers. The review is mainly intended for potential second language reading researchers and practitioners who are relatively new to the topic.

Motivation for reading is a desire and act to read for some cognitive and social reasons, which activate the readers to carry out their interaction with written materials for success and mastery in a subject.  Reading motivation is a serious contributor to reading accomplishment and has the potential to stimulate reading skills development. However, the Pakistani context pursues learning motivation in e potential to promote reading skills development h (L2) learning motivation. Pakistani researchers have been seeking L2 (English) motivation. Based on secondary data sources and using qualitative data methods such as thematic analysis, this paper aims to focus on the need for English (L2) reading motivation. This paper has been divided into three sections. The first section deals with exploring learning motivation; the second deals with the scope of reading motivation in Pakistan. The third section tries to recommend some useful suggestions for the conduct of studies in reading motivation in Pakistan.

Motivation is a crucial factor in educational achievement nt. It can influence students' willingness to try to learn and succeed. In a context like Pakistan, where L2 (English) is a critical compulsory subject at the pre-university level, motivation is essential for students to learn effectively. This study investigated the influence of competent and incompetent English teachers on L2 (English) reading motivation. A qualitative case study was conducted with 6 (3 male and 3 Female] ESL pre-university students from Government MAO Graduate College, Lahore, Pakistan. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and class observations. The data were analysed using thematic and coding procedures. The study found that competent English teachers positively influenced students' L2 (English) reading motivation. These teachers were found to be enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and supportive. They created a positive learning environment and made learning engaging and challenging. Incompetent English teachers, on the other hand, negatively influenced students' L2 (English) reading motivation. These teachers were found to be dull, uninspiring, and unhelpful. They created a hostile learning environment and made learning tedious and frustrating ng. The study recommends that competent English teachers with appropriate training be employed to motivate students for L2 (English) reading.