[ad_1] Government Postgraduate College, Timergara has issued instructions directing girl students to refrain from participating in political events, birthday celebrations and other extra-curricular activities during their visit to the campus, reports Dawn. The college's chief proctor, Prof Riaz Mohammad, formally circulated these instructions, stressing the importance of following local customs and saying it is in the best interest of girl students. According to Dawn, he justified the decision by citing incidents that have come to light in co-educational institutions and said that his college aims to prevent such incidents. Additionally, Professor Riaz urged parents to maintain communication with the administration to help raise academic standards. In a separate event held at the Government High School Adam Dherai in Adanjai area, speakers highlighted the important role of teachers in the society during a ceremony to mark the retirement of teacher Syedul Ibrar. Former District Education Officer Saeed Khan, Principals Ayaz Khan and Bahadar Zeb along with other dignitaries including former Principal Gul Rehman, Dr Ihteshamul Haq, poet Jahan Bakht Jahan and Qari Tehsinullah Qadri praised the retired teacher for his unwavering commitment towards his duties. Appreciated. During the ceremony, attendees including teachers, students and friends presented gifts to Syedul Ibrar as a token of appreciation for his dedicated service, Dawn reported. It is a sobering reality that Pakistan is one of the most challenging countries for women to live in, which is evident from the denial of social rights, discrimination, honor killings, rape, kidnapping, spousal abuse, forced marriages and forced abortions. This bitter reality makes Pakistan the sixth most unsafe place for women. Many national and international studies confirm the insecurity of women in Pakistan. According to the World Economic Forum's 2018 report, Pakistan ranked 148th out of 149 countries in terms of women empowerment, reports The Nation. Sadly, Pakistani women often find themselves culturally marginalized, especially with regard to education and recognition for their roles in reproduction and domestic duties. Female literacy is 45 percent, compared to the male literacy rate of 69 percent. Parental illiteracy and misinterpretations of Islamic teachings regarding women significantly contribute to this inequality. Gender inequality is a global concern, but its impact is deeply rooted in Pakistan, yet society's response to the issue is inadequate due to widespread ignorance and biased attitudes towards gender, The Nation reports. [ad_2]
