Human Trafficking in Pakistan: Legal Framework and Challenges
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https://doi.org/10.63062/trt/V24.049Keywords:
Human Trafficking, Pakistan, Legal Framework, Challenges, Recommendations, Victims, International Cooperation, Social Factors, Economic FactorsAbstract
Human trafficking is a criminal act of modern society which threatens millions of people all over the world. According to the world situation of socio-economic conditions and geographical location, this scourge affects Pakistan more than any other nation. The purpose of this study is to establish a review of human trafficking in this country to the legal system, which will reveal some of the difficulties of implementing it and the country's recommendation on how the problem can be addressed adequately. The paper also looks at the International and domestic laws in relation to human trafficking in Pakistan and the effectiveness of each law. It also looks at the different issues that surround the fight against this crime, among them inadequate funding, corruption, and ignorance. In addition, the research also examines the grim consequences that tender victims of humans, both sexually and psychologically. In response to these issues and in order to mitigate and comb human trafficking effectively, the following has been recommended. These include enhancing legal measures, identification of victims, provision of assistance to victims, country's cooperation with international organizations, and combating social and economic factors that lead to vulnerability. This way, Pakistan can reduce the rates of human trafficking and protect its citizens if these recommendations are followed. This research will be of significant interest and utility to any government, police force and NGOs that are struggling to contain this world problem.
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