Rabiya Javeri Agha
Rabiya Javeri Agha is the Chairperson of the National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) in Pakistan, where she advocates for the protection and promotion of human rights across the country. She has been instrumental in raising awareness about women's marriage rights, emphasizing the importance of legal frameworks to safeguard these rights. Agha's recent comments regarding the findings of a study on Nikah registrars highlight her commitment to addressing cultural and social impediments that hinder women's rights in marriage.
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National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) Chairperson Rabiya Javeri Agha said last month that only 41pc of the women raped report it.
Rawalpindi Police arrest principal over alleged rape, abortion of student - Pakistan
Pakistan· 2025-09-03
NCHR Chairperson Rabiya Javeri Agha said the study would contribute to improving the knowledge and awareness of Nikahnama clauses and women’s marriage rights across the country.
Study reveals nikah registrars’ prejudice towards women - PakistanPakistan· 2025-04-20
