Pakistan, June 1 -- The Lahore High Court (LHC) has issued a significant ruling on women's rights and Haq Mehr, stating that it is a legal obligation of the husband and not a discretionary favor.

The court clarified that Haq Mehr is a wife's lawful and religious right and is considered a "debt" on the husband under the law. It further ruled that any amount or property agreed upon at the time of marriage, including written agreements beyond the Nikah Nama, is legally enforceable.

It stated that the husband is bound to fulfill all commitments made during or at the time of marriage.

The case involved a woman who filed a petition in a family court seeking enforcement of an agreement that promised her a five-marla house and maintenance duri...