Pakistan has been declared as one of the most dangerous places in the world for women, journalists and minorities
TURBAT: International Human Rights Day is celebrated on December 10 every year all over the world. While the day is also ‘observed’ in Pakistan, it seems to be a mockery of human rights. Pakistan has been declared as one of the most dangerous places in the world for women, journalists and minorities. Those who raise their voice for human rights also come under high risk and have been assassinated countless times in the country’s history. Keeping in view the current situation of human rights in Pakistan, I would suggest that to observe a single day will not work; effort should be made throughout the year because we tend to forget the important pillar of human rights, which is a characteristic of a strong society.
Bakhtiyar Phullan
Published in The Express Tribune, December 10th, 2016.
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