Mirroring Fragments of Rights

This book is a powerful anthology of essays and reflections that examine the socio-legal and constitutional fabric of Pakistan through the lens of fundamental rights, gender justice, systemic reforms, and evolving jurisprudence. With each chapter, the author mirrors critical societal fractures and presents legal and policy discourses that demand urgent public attention and institutional reform.The book journeys through diverse and timely topics including the criminalization of ecocide, decriminalization of abortion, protection against torture, gender-based violence, population justice, access to education, and the legal status of transgender persons in Pakistan. It also highlights under-explored issues such as consumer rights, discrimination and sexism in legal institutions, and the importance of building a preventive legal system rather than a purely punitive one.

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Waiza Rafique is a lawyer, writer, and human rights advocate with over a decade of experience in litigation, legal research, policy reform, and gender equality. A British Chevening Scholar, Waiza has worked extensively with national institutions and international organizations advising on legislative amendments and pro-women policy reforms.