Title: Gender, religion and the quest for justice in Pakistan

Authors: Shaheed, Farida

Place: Geneva [etc.]

Publisher: United nations research institute for social development (UNRISD) [etc.]

Year: 2009

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Subject: Gender, Citizenship and Governance

Keywords: women, religion, social justice, gender equality, women's rights, political conditions, pakistan

Abstract: This paper argues that the disempowerment of women has been the outcome, not the purpose, of 'Islamization' projects. The state failed to deliver on its promises of equal opportunities, benefits and justice. Free registration is required to access and download the document.

URL: http://users.ox.ac.uk/~qehwemc/documents/WEBPakistandrft.pdf

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