ArchiveThe present issue of the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences reflects our continued commitment to publishing scholarly works that engage with pressing socio-legal questions and contemporary dispute resolution mechanisms. The first article offers a comprehensive examination of the socio-economic, legislative, and cultural determinants contributing to the persistence and growth of child labour in Pakistan, identifying key causative factors and proposing pragmatic interventions for policy-makers and civil society stakeholders. The second paper presents a comparative and critical study of Palestine and Kashmir, exploring the parallels and divergences in their historical, political, and legal contexts, and critically analysing the role of international law, human rights discourse, and self-determination movements within the broader framework of international justice and state sovereignty. The third contribution traces the evolution of Sul?, a classical Islamic method of amicable settlement, into contemporary mediation practices, and examines how the foundational principles of Islamic ADR can be harmonised with modern procedural frameworks to address disputes effectively in multicultural and pluralistic legal systems. Together, these papers aim to provoke thoughtful engagement among academics, practitioners, and policy-makers, fostering discourse that bridges historical insight with contemporary challenges.
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ArchiveVolume 3, Issue 1 of the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences presents a rigorous examination of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms with its lead article, "Jirga as a Mechanism of Dispute Resolution: An Evaluation in the Eyes of Islamic Principles and Legal Challenges in Pakistan." This issue provides a thorough critique of the current ADR practices in Pakistan, evaluating their effectiveness, challenges, and potential for reform.
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ArchiveVolume 2, Issue 2 of the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences presents a rigorous examination of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms with its lead article, "Critical Analysis on Existing Framework of ADR in Pakistan." This issue provides a thorough critique of the current ADR practices in Pakistan, evaluating their effectiveness, challenges, and potential for reform.
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ArchiveVolume 2, Issue 1 of the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences opens with the pivotal article "Cross Border Dispute Resolution" setting the stage for a comprehensive examination of international legal challenges and mechanisms. This issue delves into the complexities of resolving disputes that transcend national boundaries, offering insights into international arbitration, transnational litigation, and the role of international institutions.
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ArchiveVolume 1, Issue 2 of the Journal continues its mission of advancing interdisciplinary discourse with a compelling collection of articles that address significant legal and social issues. The issue opens with "Harmonizing Tradition with Modernity: Analyzing the Evolution of Mediation in Pakistan's Legal Landscape," a thought-provoking exploration of how traditional dispute resolution practices are being integrated into the modern legal framework in Pakistan.
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ArchiveVolume 1, Issue 1 of the Indus Journal of Law and Social Sciences inaugurates a pivotal platform for interdisciplinary scholarship, addressing pressing legal and social issues. The lead article, "Exploring and Critically Analyzing Cybercrime Legislation and Digital Rights in Pakistan: Challenges and Prospects" sets the tone for this issue, offering an in-depth examination of the complexities surrounding cybercrime laws and digital rights in Pakistan.
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