Divorce in Pakistan: Re-evaluating Jurisdiction of Union Councils
The rising rates of divorce in Pakistan stress the need for a thorough examination of the role that union councils play in issuing divorce certificates.
This bureaucratic procedure not only prolongs the legal process but also poses significant challenges, particularly for women, in terms of mobility, economic strain, and susceptibility to harassment and corruption.
Mahroosha Saleem suggests that reforming the system to issue divorce certificates immediately upon the finalization of divorce decrees will not only promote gender equality but will also empower women to take the intimidating step.