Nobody in Pakistan’s brief history, which has witnessed four military coups, has matched Asma Jahangir for her dedication to public service, her belief in the rule of law, her relentless defence of democracy and pursuit of free and fair elections. She stood for both peace and justice with all of Pakistan’s neighbours.
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Obituary: Pakistan’s bravest citizen is no more | Ahmed Rashid
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An indomitable will’ – why Asma Jahangir was Pakistan’s social conscience | Moni Mohsin
15 February 2018The death of Asma Jahangir, the Pakistani activist, lawyer and human rights campaigner who passed away on Sunday after suffering a cardiac arrest at her home in Lahore, has left a nation reeling with a profound sense of loss.
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Announcement: Remembering Asma Jahangir | 15 Feb. 2018, IHC, New Delhi
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Pakistan: Asma Jahangir (1952-2018), Secular icon, Feminist, Human Rights Lawyer Passes Away - links to reports, interviews / portraits and tributes
11 February 2018Asma Jahangir: Pakistan human rights champion died on sunday 11 February in Lahore, Pakistan. Here is an ongoing compilation of reports, portraits, tributes etc
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India: PADS Condemns Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister for Intimidating State Officers who Expressed Opinion Against Communalism
8 February 2018Statement from People’s Alliance for Democracy and Secularism on 8 February 2018
