Pakistan is an Islamic country, but unfortunately, the increasing incidence of violence against women in Pakistan is a matter of concern, mainly due to poor investigation and lack of justice.  In this regard, we review the situation and events. Women in Pakistan are facing a lot of problems. From harassment at work to brutal killings, Pakistani women are usually abused. According to Human Rights Watch, 70% to 90% of women in Pakistan have experienced some form of abuse. In 2005, a study interviewed 176 married men about their views on domestic violence in Karachi. 46% said men have the right to beat their wives, while 65% saw their mothers being physically abused. The level of violence against women is very high in Pakistan due to misinterpretation of Islam. Husbands or in-laws usually commit crimes such as violence against women. In 2003, a study in Islamabad involved 216 married women. Of these women, 96.8% experienced some form of domestic abuse. Allegedly, 80% of the perpetrators are husbands and 17% are mothers or stepmothers. Physical violence against women is not the only form of abuse. There are many types, of which domestic violence is becoming common in Pakistan because men are considered … Continue reading The Rise in Violence against Women: A matter of concern