Uti Possidetis: Journal of International Law
Vol 6 No 1 (2025): Februari

The Female Genital Mutilation Regulations In Indonesia: The International Law, Human Rights, and Islamic Law Perspectives

Lingga, Geofani (Unknown)
Najib, Shihaf Ismi Salman (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Mar 2025

Abstract

This study analyzes the practice of female genital mutilation in Indonesia from the perspective of international law, human rights, and Islamic law. Using normative law research methods, this study reviews laws, case studies, and conducts regulatory comparisons on national law against international law, human rights, and Islamic law. This study found that national regulations such as Minister of Health Regulation No. 1636 of 2010 and Minister of Health Regulation No. 6 of 2014 have contained provisions regarding the practice of female genital mutilation, but have not provided comprehensive protection for women in the implementation of this practice. Meanwhile, from the perspective of international law, CEDAW and CRC affirm that female genital mutilation is a form of gender-based discrimination and a violation of children's rights. This study concludes that efforts to eliminate the practice of female genital mutilation require the role of the state in strengthening relevant regulations and increasing public awareness to provide better protection for women and girls.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Utipossidetis

Publisher

Subject

Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Uti Possidetis: Journal of International Law is a peer-reviewed journal published by the Faculty of Law Universitas Jambi. It aims primarily to compile innovative research in the studies of International Law, facilitates professional discussion of the current developmnetas on international legal ...