National Assembly’s Speaker, Ayaz Sadiq said that Islam establishes the concept of equality for all human beings and provides an environment of peaceful co-existence.
He expressed these views in his message on International Human Rights Day being commemorated on 10 December throughout the world.
The speaker said the constitution guarantees protection of life and liberty of every citizen regardless of religion, race, creed or colour.
“A progressive, balanced and just society is the one, which ensures that rights of all of its citizens are safeguarded through political, legal, economic, cultural and social instruments and frameworks. For any state to achieve durable peace, and foster democracy, it is imperative that it puts in place the mechanisms aimed at ensuring the rights of the people,” he added.
On International Human Rights Day, the speaker urged that the protection of basic human rights is a prerequisite for establishment of a civilised and progressive society.