Chief Justice Isa Stands Against Honour Killings, Calls for Equal Representation

Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa, addressed honour killings and women's rights at a justice conference. He condemned the violation of Islamic laws in honour killings without four witnesses, highlighted the constitution's mandate for women's representation, and stressed the need for legal reforms to protect women's rights.

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Qazi Faez Isa made a powerful statement on Saturday, condemning honour killings that occur without fulfilling the Islamic condition of producing four witnesses in cases of adultery.

While speaking at a conference titled 'Access to Justice for All,' Justice Isa emphasized the constitutional mandate for women's representation across all sectors. He criticized the disregard for social history within the Muslim community and condemned the misuse of honour killings in the name of dignity.

Justice Isa highlighted that accusing a woman of adultery, termed as 'Qazf,' is punishable in Islam. He stressed that the Constitution guarantees protections for women in the workplace and free education for children. He reiterated that Article 25 ensures equal treatment and called for new laws to safeguard women's rights.

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