Legislation on Women and Family in Pakistan Trends and Approaches – II

Abstract

[A look at legislative effort in Pakistan with respect to women and family between 2008 and 2010 reveals that legislators’ approach is not reflective of the indigenous needs and dynamics of the society. Concern for issues is there, but commitment, evidently, is missing. Lack of consistency is noted, as most of the bills were moved with fanfare in the first legislative year (2008) but little follow-up and real progress was witnessed in subsequent two years, 2009 and 2010. Moreover, bills were submitted, by and large, without proper research and required attention – showing lack of interest and professionalism. As use of law should be the last recourse in resolutions of disputes related to the institution of family, this dimension needs to take precedence over all others. – Ed ]-