JagdeepDhankhar today highlighted that the legacy of colonial laws has been highly burdensome to the vulnerable sections in the countries of Global South. Describing these laws as very harsh, oppressive and exploitative for the local population, VP asserted that time has come when Global South nations should follow India’s example and consider reviewing old colonial laws that perpetuate prejudice against local populations.
Dhankhar made these remarks while addressing the first regional conference on "Ensuring Access to Quality Legal Aid for the Vulnerable: Challenges and Opportunities in the Global South”. The conference has been organized by The National Legal Services Authority of India together with- the International Legal Foundation, the UNDP and the UNICEF.
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