Lahore: Gulfam Arif's Ph.D. Synopsis Open Defense was organized by the Directorate of Advanced Studies & Research and facilitated a comprehensive academic discourse. The event took place under the supervision of Dr. Kashif Ali.

According to University of Central Punjab, the Defense Committee, comprised of Dr. Muhammad Athar Siddiqui as Convener, Dr. Waqar Ahmad as BASR Nominee, and Dr. Talha Zubair Ahmed as an Internal Member, engaged in a question-and-answer session. The committee underscored the research's significance and demonstrated academic rigour, fostering a meaningful academic discussion.