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Inayat Bibi's grandaughter was given away nearly 15 years ago as a 'vani' bride in their native Mianwali, Punjab, Pakistan, 6 March 2007. The girl, Fareeha, is said to live the life of a slave and has no contact with her family. Inayat Bibi is described a
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