Islamabad, December 10, 2021 (PPI-OT):President Dr. Arif Alvi in his message on International Human Rights Day being observed today, has said the Constitution of Pakistan guarantees freedom to its citizens regardless of their caste, colour or creed. He said the government will continue making efforts to safeguard freedom, liberty, dignity and self-esteem of every citizen of the state.

The President called upon international community to come forward and play its role for protection of human rights of people of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir and their right to self-determination in accordance with the UN Security Council resolutions.

Minister for Human Rights Dr. Shireen Mazari, in her message on the Day, said the government has moved beyond rhetoric and proactively removed the barriers faced by marginalized groups. She said the government has strengthened human rights legislation by introducing landmark laws on child Labour, harassment and domestic violence, protection of journalists, transgender, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities.

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