Honor killings are acts of violence predominantly against women in Pakistan to protect perceived family honor.2. Culture Deeply rooted cultural norms dictate strict behavior for women, leading to severe consequences for perceived disobedience.3. Statistics Approximately 1,000 honor killings occur annually...
In 2013, 869 women became victims of “honor killings” in Pakistan, according to Canadian ProfessorJudy Haiven. Compare this to theUnited States, where 1600 women were killed by their male partners or husbands in the same year, according toUS-based Violence Policy Center. Unlikedomestic violence...
of honor. These crimes take place throughout the world and are not limited to one specific religion or faith. However, they have rather significantly and consistently occurred in various parts of theMiddle EastandSouth Asia, with nearly half of all honor killings occurring inIndiaandPakistan. ...