World News | Sikh women in Pakistan continue to face marginalization and violence

Chandigarh (Punjab) [India]May 22 (ANI): While Indian women have come a long way since their participation, their women in Pakistan continue to experience persecution, marginalization and violence, author Vaishali Sharma writes in Khalsa Vox.

India’s constitution guarantees women’s rights, including education, health and work.

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Significant efforts have been made to increase the participation of women in politics, business and public life, resulting in a more inclusive and progressive climate. As a result, many Sikh women in India have succeeded in a variety of disciplines, breaking down social, political and economic barriers.

However, the situation of Sikh women in Pakistan continues to deteriorate. Sikh women have long been persecuted and marginalized, especially since the rise of extremism in the country. Additionally, Pakistani women are denied basic human rights, education, and healthcare, as the state prioritizes women’s health, reports Khalsa Vox.

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Women face systemic discrimination, abuse and oppression in the country, which has a poor record on gender equality.

Furthermore, the patriarchal nature of Pakistani society continues to impede women’s autonomy, limiting their access to education, healthcare and decision-making. Furthermore, Vaishali Sharma writes, forced marriages and honor killings remain widespread, with families forcing women to marry within their communities.

In 2019, Jagjit Kaur, a young Sikh girl, was kidnapped in Pakistan and forced to convert to Islam, Khalsa Vox reported. Despite considerable protests, instead of returning Jagjit Kaur to her family, Pakistani authorities attempted to legalize her illegitimate marriage to a Muslim man.

A 17-year-old Sikh girl was abducted, forced to convert to Islam and married a 30-year-old Muslim man in a similar incident recorded in 2020. Despite widespread protests and international criticism, Pakistani authorities have failed to prosecute the criminals.

These examples highlight the tragic plight of Sikh women in Pakistan, where the government has failed to give them the security and support they need to ensure their safety and dignity.

Reflecting on the experiences of Sikh women and the challenges they face today is crucial. While India has made significant strides in empowering women, especially Sikh women, Pakistan continues to actively pursue the task of further marginalizing them, the authors write. (Arnie)

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