The Anti-Rape (Investigation and Trial) Act, 2021, along with the Anti-Rape (Trial Procedure) Rules, 2022 and Anti-Rape (Investigation) Rules, 2022, provides a strengthened legal and procedural framework in Pakistan for addressing rape and sexual violence cases. The law focuses on victim-centred approaches, ensuring timely investigation and trial, protection of survivors, and improved coordination among law enforcement, prosecution, and courts. It introduces measures such as special courts, in-camera proceedings, use of modern forensic techniques, and safeguards to uphold the dignity, privacy, and rights of victims throughout the justice process.
The full text of the law and rules can be downloaded here.
