by Hajra Ahmed Labour rights in Pakistan are protected under the 1973 Constitution and various labour laws, safeguard fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to unionize pertaining to any breach of laws and ill-treatment. However, challenges remain, especially for informal sector workers who often lack formal and legal protections. Informal Workers in factories,…
The pressing issue that continues to plague our society- religious extremism and its devastating impact on minority communities, particularly in the workplace is annoyingly common in Pakistan. Despite their equal rights to fair employment, minorities in Pakistan often find themselves forced to work harder for the same wages, while many jobs remain out of reach…
Our Prophet Muhammad (PbUh) said, “Pay the labour their wage before their sweat dries out,” and being a part of an Islamic Republic, it is obligator to follow his teachings. Our Prophet Muhammad (PbUh) has glorified labour in a way that is far more better than today’s entire human rights organization. He summed up modern…
The persistent violations of the rights of labourers in Pakistan has become a common feature. As a part of the Muslim ummah, I believe that this issue needs to be addressed as our religion does not support any of this. Labour means physically doing something with your own hands and body while dignity of labour…
The persistent violation of workers’ rights in our beloved country, Pakistan has become so common that it needs urgent attention. As a nation founded on the principles of justice and compassion, it is imperative that we address the plight of domestic and manual labourers who often find themselves marginalized and exploited. Islamic teachings provide clear…
