This university study focuses on the interplay between human rights and domestic violence in the Pakistani context through international, regional, and domestic human rights instruments. The authors situate their study in the context that domestic violence is often perceived in Pakistan to be a private matter and is not considered suitable for state or policy intervention. However, because such violence can have overwhelming effects on the lives and dignity of survivors, their families, and the community at large, the authors undertake an investigation of state-sponsored domestic violence initiatives in Pakistan, including domestic enforcement mechanisms, administrative measures, and institutional set-ups. The study illuminates deficiencies in Pakistan’s existing policy mechanism for addressing domestic violence, including a lack of dedicated institutions and gender-specific training in the public sector, as well as tolerance in the law for perpetrators of domestic violence. The study concludes with recommendations to address the deficiencies and loopholes in Pakistan’s present domestic violence policies.