ISLAMABAD — The Balochistan Assembly on Friday rejected a resolution seeking the abolition of the Sardari (tribal chieftaincy) system and effective implementation of a 1976 law aimed at ending the practice, with six members voting against it and five supporting it. The resolution was moved by provincial assembly member Maulana Hidayat ur Rehman during a session of the provincial assembly.
According to the resolution, although legislation to abolish the Sardari system was passed in 1976, unlawful exercise of authority, forced labour and exploitation continued under the system. It described the Sardari system as contrary to human freedom, dignity and fundamental rights, adding that remnants of the system still existed in some parts of Balochistan. The resolution further stated that the system had created difficulties for citizens in accessing justice, education, healthcare and other basic facilities. Call for Monitoring Mechanism The resolution called on the provincial government to ensure effective implementation of the 1976 law and establish a proper monitoring mechanism to oversee its enforcement.
It also urged the government to take practical steps in line with the spirit of the law to free the people of Balochistan from feudal and exploitative practices.