| Case ID |
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| Body |
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| Case Number |
Constitutional Petitions Nos. S-907, 1074 of 2012, |
| Decision Date |
Nov 17, 2015 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Sindh High Court addressed significant issues relating to violence against women, particularly concerning honour killings, forced marriages, and the legality of Jirgas. The court underscored that the state is obligated to protect every individual's rights, especially women and children. It emphasized that customs conflicting with the law cannot justify acts of violence or discrimination against women. The decision mandated the establishment of safe houses for victims of violence, directing the provincial government to ensure these facilities are managed by women and to provide necessary protections. The court also ordered that police officers must be held accountable for failing to intervene in instances of Jirga violence and that all participants in such illegal gatherings should face legal consequences. The ruling aimed to reinforce women's rights, ensuring their autonomy in choosing life partners and protecting their property and honour. |
| Summary |
This case from the Sindh High Court highlights the urgent need for legal reforms and protections for women facing violence in Pakistan. It addresses the pervasive issues of honour killings and forced marriages, emphasizing that such customs are illegal and must be eradicated. The court's ruling calls for the establishment of safe houses to provide sanctuary for women escaping violence, ensuring that their rights are upheld. The decision serves as a crucial step towards gender equality, underlining the state's responsibility to protect vulnerable populations. The ruling reinforces the idea that women are equal owners of their property and have the right to make autonomous decisions regarding their lives, free from coercion. |
| Court |
Sindh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
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| Judges |
SALAHUDDIN PANHWAR, J
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| Lawyers |
Habibullah G. Ghouri,
Abdul Rehman Bhutto,
Sarfraz Khan Jatoi,
Rafique Ahmed K. Abro,
Muhammad Murad Chachar,
Rasool Bux Soomro,
Muhammad Afzal Jagirani,
Mohsin Ali Pathan,
Ashique Hussain Abbasi,
Muhammad Ali Pirzado,
Abdul Rasheed Abro,
Imtiaz Ahmed Bhatti
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| Petitioners |
another,
Mst. RAHAMAT BIBI
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| Respondents |
8 others,
STATION HOUSE OFFICER, KARAN SHARIF
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| Citations |
2016 SLD 580 = 2016 PLD 268
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| Other Citations |
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