Every religion curbs women rights to some extent. Some countries acted against religions and put a ban on wearing hijab, which was also a violation of human rights.
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Attempts are being made to turn Pakistan into a security state. If they succeed they should better rename it 'ISIstan.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote warns against the implications of transforming Pakistan into a state focused solely on security, hinting at a loss of democratic values.
Asma Jahangir's quote critiques the efforts to establish a security-oriented state in Pakistan, suggesting that this shift could undermine the countryβs freedoms and democratic principles. By coining the term 'ISIstan,' she implies that the nation's identity may be reduced to one dominated by military oversight and intelligence operations, which are represented by the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agency. The statement serves as a caution against letting security concerns overshadow the vital aspects of governance and civil rights.
Themes
SecurityStateDemocracyFreedomPoliticsPakistan
In practice
Example use cases
During a political debate, this quote can be used to illustrate concerns about national security policies overriding civil rights.
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