Vol. 4 No. 1 – February 2010 PDF version of this issue can be downloaded. Click here Table of Contents High Commissioner speaks out against domestic violence and ‘honor killing’ on International Women’s Day Gender based disparities worst in Pakistan Acid attacks a serious concern in Pakistan Irom Sharmila Chanu and the fight to end impunity in Manipur The cry of women against disappearances of loved ones: From Manorani Saravanamuttu to Sandya Ekanaliyagoda Burma: Authorities persecute political opponents ahead of announced election INDONESIA: Freedom of religion not protected Asia: Enjoyment of the right to food requires a shift from shortterm and discriminatory practices The fruits of holy dissent Table of contents High Commissioner speaks out against domestic violence and ‘honor killing’ on International Women’s Day Gender based disparities worst in Pakistan Acid attacks a serious concern in Pakistan Irom Sharmila Chanu and the fight to end impunity in Manipur The cry of women against disappearances of loved ones: From Manorani Saravanamuttu to Sandya Ekanaliyagoda Burma: Authorities persecute political opponents ahead of announced election INDONESIA: Freedom of religion not protected Asia: Enjoyment of the right to food requires a shift from shortterm and discriminatory practices The fruits of holy dissent