child legislation
Child Trafficking in Pakistan: Laws and Mechanisms
The UN General Assembly defines trafficking as the unlawful and covert transportation of individuals across national borders, particularly targeting women, girls, and children, with the aim of subjecting them to sexually oppressive and exploitative circumstances for the benefit of recruiters, traffickers, criminal syndicates, and other illicit endeavors associated with trafficking, including forced domestic work, fraudulent…
A GUIDE TO JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM IN PAKISTAN
Background Under the ambit of criminal justice system, Juvenile delinquency is a global issue deeply established in various sectors of society that exert influence over people’s lives (Hartjen, 2008). Children represent significant assets within our society, shaping the future progress of nations. The prosperity of a nation correlates with each passing generation, but if these…
Trailing Educational Policies for Children in Pakistan
As stated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 1948, Primary education is the basic right of all human beings. Those states which ratify this convention take measures to ensure the provision of education to every child of appropriate age. After Pakistan’s independence, the literacy rate was quite low. Landscape of educational policies for children…
Corporal Punishment of Children: A Brief Analysis
Education system in Pakistan is diverse and run through different educational institutions. Generally, corporal punishment is practice in which generally an adult hurt or cause pain to children by any means including hitting for the purpose of disciplining. This type of punishment can have negative effects on children’s physical well-being and emotional health. The issue…
Education System of Children in Pakistan
The education system of children in Pakistan is a vital component of societal development, with a specific focus on nurturing the intellectual growth of children. Recognizing the significance of education, the nation has strived to improve educational access and quality over the years. Pakistan’s education system faces numerous challenges, but the emphasis on children’s education…
Child Labor in Pakistan: A Holistic Analysis
No child below the age of 14 years shall be engaged in any factory or mine or any other hazardous employment. (Article 11(3), Constitution of Pakistan, 1973) What is Child Labor? Child laborers are those children who are deprived of enjoying their childhood in its full spirit. They engage in work that hinders their intellectual and…
Child Labor Laws in Pakistan: A Comprehensive Guide
Child Labor in Pakistan One of the most prevalent social evils that has to be addressed immediately, is the child labor. Since its inception, Pakistan has made significant progress in addressing the issue through legislation, policy, and programmatic measures. Article 11 (1) of the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973 forbids any form of slavery. In addition,…