"The way my father worked altruistically and the manner in which he used to go behind bars and come back home smilingly was inspirational."
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Asma Jahangir (1952-2018) was a towering figure in human rights advocacy, renowned for her unwavering commitment to justice in Pakistan and beyond. A founding member of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, Jahangir dedicated her life to defending the marginalized, including women and religious minorities. Her fearless stance against oppression earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Right Livelihood Award. Her legacy as a champion for freedom and equality continues to inspire activists worldwide, reflecting her profound belief in the power of dissent and the rule of law.
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"Everything is a risk in Pakistan: If you defend women, it's a risk. If you defend non-Muslims it's a risk. If you discuss religion, it's a risk. But you can't really sit there like a vegetable in your own society. And I'm committed to that society... and I feel I need to turn around and speak as I should."
Asma Jahangir"Terrorism does not disappear with revenge tactics but through making justice and equality before law a reality."
Asma Jahangir"Duplicity in matters of religion is not confined to Pakistan, but it hurts the most in societies where debate on religion is asphyxiated and preachers of hate have become keepers of faith."
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"In 1986, Pakistan got the blasphemy law. So, while we had just two cases of blasphemy before that year, now we have thousands. It shows that one should be careful while bringing religion into legislation, because the law itself can become an instrument of persecution."
Asma Jahangir"There are some societies where women are not even allowed to drive a car, and that restriction is based in the name of religion and tradition. There are other countries where a woman can be punished if she does not cover her head."
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