WOMEN RIGHTS IN PAKISTAN: ROLE OF INTERNATIONAL TREATIES

Abstract

Women rights refer to the fundamental entitlements and freedoms that women should have in society, ensuring their equal treatment and protection under the law. These rights encompass the right to life, liberty, and security, as well as freedom from discrimination, violence, and oppression. They also include the right to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and political participation. Women rights in Pakistan have been a longstanding concern due to complex cultural and social factors, but international treaties have played a crucial role in advocating for change. Pakistan, like many other countries, has a role in upholding human rights through its domestic policies and international collaborations. While Pakistan has taken steps to address woman rights issues and has engaged with international treaties and organizations, challenges remain. Effective implementation and enforcement of human rights protections are essential for ensuring the well-being of all individuals in Pakistan. This research explores the women rights challenges through descriptive and extensive literature in Pakistan and international treaties agreed by Pakistan’s state to empower and ensure the rights of Pakistani women.