The State of Minority Rights in Bangladesh: A Critical Review of Human Rights Violations

The State of Minority Rights in Bangladesh: A Critical Review of Human Rights Violations

CAP Liberté de Conscience is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to defending human rights, with a specialized focus on protecting religious minorities worldwide. While our expertise centers on religious freedom, we recognize that a comprehensive understanding requires insights from diverse expert perspectives.

The 142th Session of the Human Rights Committee Expresses Concerns over Violations of Freedom of Religion in Pakistan

The 142th Session of the Human Rights Committee Expresses Concerns over Violations of Freedom of Religion in Pakistan

The 142nd session of the United Nations Human Rights Committee, held on October 17-18, 2024 at the Palais Wilson in Geneva, provided an opportunity for an in-depth dialogue between the Committee experts and the official delegation of Pakistan. At the heart of the discussions was the question of freedom of religion and discrimination against religious minorities, particularly the Ahmadiyya community, which raised serious concerns among the Committee members.

WARSAW HUMAN DIMENSION CONFERENCE side event : Why shouldn’t the Ahmadi Muslim asylum-seekers be deported from Europe to Pakistan?

WARSAW HUMAN DIMENSION CONFERENCE side event : Why shouldn’t the Ahmadi Muslim asylum-seekers be deported from Europe to Pakistan?

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community has long faced systemic persecution and violence, particularly in Pakistan. Despite Pakistan being a signatory to international human rights instruments, the state has codified religious discrimination against Ahmadis into its constitution and legal frameworks, most notably through the Second Amendment of 1974, which declared Ahmadis as non-Muslims, and Ordinance XX of 1984, which criminalised their religious practices. As a result, Ahmadis in Pakistan live under constant threat of violence, imprisonment, and societal exclusion. The United Nations (UN), through its eligibility guidelines and various human rights bodies, has repeatedly affirmed that Ahmadis fleeing persecution in Pakistan qualify as refugees under international law.

Translate »