In a historic move, the Punjab Assembly (PA), on Wednesday, passed the Punjab Protection of Women Against Violence Bill that will, for the first time, offer substantial protection to women against various forms of wrongful treatment widespread in society. (Source: Daily Times)

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The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has welcomed the passage of the Protection of Women against Violence Bill 2015 by the Punjab Assembly and expressed the hope its efficient enforcement would help protect women from violence and ensure the culprits do not escape justice.