It is used and misused to spread fear and terror. It's a tool to be used against anyone you are in conflict with. |
It's a perverted society in many ways. We have reports that such marriages are becoming increasingly common, and they will stop only if the law is applied. |
The possibility of preventative detention raises serious concern that such detention may be tantamount to derogation of the country's human rights obligations under international law. |
There needs to be greater awareness on a wider level of the rights of women and children and also punishment for those who violate laws by selling their children. The impunity available to them has aggravated the situation. |
Until the human rights of those affected can be guaranteed we recommend that the construction of the dam is halted. |
We are concerned about the situation, and there is a need to protect women's right to property. They and the children cannot safeguard it themselves. |