Can we say parents are guardians for their child directly if they haven't appointed anyone to be his or her guardian?

Guardianship Certificate in Pakistan Parents are widely regarded as the natural guardians of their children by virtue of their biological and legal relationship. This principle is embedded in most legal systems worldwide, including Pakistan, where the legal and cultural framework emphasizes the central role of parents in their children’s lives. When no formal appointment of a guardian has been made, parents are automatically considered the guardians of their child, holding both rights and responsibilities for their care and upbringing. This essay explores the legal, social, and practical aspects of parental guardianship in Pakistan and its implications when no other guardian is appointed. 1. Legal Framework of Parental Guardianship in Pakistan The legal system in Pakistan recognizes parents as the natural and primary guardians of their children under both Islamic law and statutory provisions such as the Guardians and Wards Act of 1890 . Islamic Law Islamic jurisprudence emp...