NAVIGATING THE INTERSECTION OF INTERNATIONAL POLITICS AND HUMAN RIGHTS: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF PAKISTAN'S COMPLIANCE AND CHALLENGES

Abstract

This study examines Pakistan's adherence to international human rights norms as well as the obstacles it encounters, providing a critical analysis of the relationship between international politics and human rights in Pakistan. The research investigates the political, socioeconomic, and cultural influences on human rights practices, as well as the historical background of human rights in Pakistan and the institutional and legal framework for their preservation. The research highlights important human rights concerns and abuses, such as freedom of speech, women's rights, minority rights, and torture, via a thorough assessment of the literature and empirical analysis. It also looks at how civil society groups function and the difficulties human rights advocates have while promoting the defense of human rights. The study concludes with policy recommendations and future research directions aimed at strengthening Pakistan's human rights framework and promoting compliance with international standards.