Motivational Aspects of Honor Killing: A Case Study of District Jhang, Punjab Pakistan

Abstract

Honor killing has moral, social, and cultural foundations that determine its perseveration and expression. This is a persistent practice for centuries not only in Pakistan but also in many other parts of the world. However, the focus of this research was to explore the motivational aspects of honor killing. The research was qualitative in nature. Data was collected from 8 respondents from district Jhang by using a convenient sampling technique with the help of local police stations. The findings revealed that factors such as social values and traditions, insults and criticism come from society, personal ego, family pressure, illiteracy and limited knowledge about religion motivate people to involve in an honor killing. Law and justice institutions should implement the honor killing laws forcefully. To change people’s attitudes, help should be taken from NGOs, media, and policymakers.