Children's Rights in Afghanistan Law and the Convention on the Rights of the Child
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https://doi.org/10.59890/ijgsr.v3i12.113Keywords:
Afghanistan, Children’s Rights, Convention on the Rights of the Child, Child Protection, Juvenile Justice, Child Labor, Trafficking, Legal FrameworkAbstract
Children in Afghanistan continue to face serious violations of their rights despite the existence of national laws and international commitments. The purpose of this study is to examine the legal framework for child rights in Afghanistan and identify gaps in implementation and protection mechanisms. A systematic literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed articles, international organization reports, and Afghan legal documents published between 1970 and 2024. Data were collected from sources including Google Scholar, Scopus, JSTOR, and official UN and government publications and analyzed thematically. The findings indicate that although Afghanistan has a comprehensive legal framework addressing child protection, juvenile justice, and labor rights, enforcement remains weak. Socio-cultural norms, poverty, insecurity, and limited institutional capacity hinder effective implementation. Strengthening enforcement, institutional coordination, and public awareness is essential to safeguard children’s rights
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