GUARDIANS OF GOVERNANCE: EVOLVING ROLES AND CHALLENGES OF CORPORATE BOARDS IN ENSURING ACCOUNTABILITY

This paper delves into the critical role of corporate boards in enforcing accountability within organizations, exploring the intricate balance they maintain amidst evolving challenges and heightened shareholder expectations. By examining the structures and processes that underpin effective governance, this study highlights the consequences of breaches by directors and the mechanisms in place to ... read more

CHILD SEXUALABUSE IN PAKISTAN; ITS CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES AND PREVENTIONS

Children are not objects to be used or misused neither are they broken toys to be discarded (Holmes & Holmes, 2002). Although child abuse is a global issue, the situation in Pakistan is particularly concerning. According to a research by a nongovernmental organisation, sexual assault of minors occurred in Pakistan on average 12 times every day in 2023, or one every two hours (Hussain, 2 ... read more

RIGHT TO DOWER OF WOMEN; THE ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE AND INTERPRETATION

The idea of Dower (mahr) is one of the fundamental rights afforded to women under Islamic law, ensuring spiritual and constitutional right of women. This paper evaluates the concept of dower from an Islamic perspective, exploring its significance and legitimacy and the insights of classical and postmodern Islamic scientist. It also investigates the essential role of dower in the marriage co ... read more

Global AI Policy and its Relevance in Pakistan: Laying down Recommendations for Pakistan to Gain Significant Geo-political Advantage

In a world torn by conflicts mushrooming near the “homeland of the pure” incessantly and tempestuously, the growing fear of its flames reaching out to Pakistan is enough to keep the academics on their toes at least. The fear factor is spiked by the continuous enhancement in AI technologies and its ... read more PDF 3 - 22024 STATUS OF WOMEN’SRIGHTS IN KHULA UNDER SHARIAH AND PAKISTAN’S LAW Mr. Behram KhanPages: Mr. Javed Iqbal This study examines the status of women's rights in khula under both Sharia law and Pakistani statutory law, highlighting its legal development, procedural framework, and implementation challenges. Although khula is recognized in Islamic law as a legitimate form of divorce, initiated by the wife, typically involving the return of mahr, the issue of husband's consent and procedural obstacles ... read more PDF Archives Volume III, Issue II (Fall, December 2024) The 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. Volume III, Issue I (Spring 2024) Volume 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. Volume II, Issue II (Fall 2023) Volume 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. Volume II, Issue I (Spring 2023) Volume 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.  Volume I, Issue II (Fall 2022) Volume 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. Volume I, Issue I (Spring 2022) Volume 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.