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Pakistan’s parliament has passed the Domestic Violence Prevention and Protection Act 2026, marking a historic step in criminalizing domestic abuse. Initially applicable in Islamabad, the law recognizes physical, mental, psychological, emotional, economic, and sexual abuse as punishable crimes. It also criminalizes threats of divorce or second marriage, forced cohabitation with in-laws, humiliation, and sustained mental pressure. The law extends protection not only to wives but also to children, the elderly, persons with disabilities, and other household members. Offenders may face six months to three years in prison and fines up to Rs. 100,000, with swift court proceedings and protective measures including restraining orders and GPS monitoring in certain cases.

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