However, in Pakistan, religious minorities including Christian, Hindu, Sikhs, Ahmadis, and others face systematic discrimination and social marginalization in spite of constitutional safeguards. Additionally, it may have significant effects on Pakistan’s social, political, and economic stability. Notwithstanding these clauses, historically the legal system has discriminated against religious minorities and fostered an atmosphere of vulnerability. Pakistan’s legal system has frequently marginalized minorities by imposing legal limits and selective enforcement of laws, jeopardizing their social welfare, access to justice, and freedom of religion. The most polarizing part of Pakistan’s legal system that affects minorities are the blasphemy laws which are outlined in sections 295-B and 295-C and related articles of the Pakistan’s Penal Code.

Source: Pakistan Today November 16, 2024 05:47 UTC