Forensic Medicine and Torture: The Science Behind Legal Proof | Dr. Khurram Sohail Raja скачать в хорошем качестве

Forensic Medicine and Torture: The Science Behind Legal Proof | Dr. Khurram Sohail Raja

When torture survivors seek justice, the first point of failure is often the evidence itself. In this episode of JPP’s “Zimmedar Kaun?”, we speak with Dr. Khurram Sohail Raja, a leading forensic medicine specialist, who offers a rare inside analysis of Pakistan’s medico-legal system. He explains how outdated laws and unqualified medical officers determine the fate of torture cases, even when forensic proof exists. Dr. Raja argues that forensic evidence is the foundation of accountability. Yet systemic flaws, a colonial-era definition of “Medical Officer,” and the lack of psychological examination continue to deny victims justice. He also reveals how international standards such as the Istanbul Protocol are routinely violated and what reforms are urgently required. This episode introduces a pathway forward: Change the rules, change the system, and protect the survivor. _____________________________________________________________________ About the "Zimmedar Kaun?" Campaign: "Zimmedar Kaun?" (Who's Responsible?) is a public awareness campaign by Justice Project Pakistan aimed at dissecting the Torture and Custodial Death (Prevention and Punishment) Act, 2022. We bring together key stakeholders, from law enforcement and the judiciary to medical experts and civil society, to build awareness, empower victims, and advocate for the Act's full implementation. About Justice Project Pakistan (JPP): Justice Project Pakistan is a non-profit human rights law firm that provides pro bono legal and investigative services to the most vulnerable prisoners in the Pakistani justice system. Get Help: If you or someone you know is a victim of human rights violations, you can contact: Ministry of Human Rights Helpline: 1099 National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR): 051-9217340 Federal Investigation Agency (FIA): 051-111-345-786 #ZimmedarKaun #EndTorture #PrisonReform #Accountability #HumanRights #Pakistan #Law #Prisons #Medicolegal #Doctors #Medicine #Autopsy