Honour Deception
Repercussions of the law
Background: ‘Honour’ killings in Pakistan have increased in number over the years. This film examines how the pretext of honour is used to kill innocent women and men in Sindh.
Duration: 20 minutes
Year: 2012
Synopsis: The law of compromise under Qisas and Diyat allows perpetrators of violence avoid punishment – as in the case of Sohni and her husband.
