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Pakistani Islamic Cleric, Notorious For Fatwas, Booked On Blasphemy Charges
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11:56Now PlayingIn the intricate landscape of Pakistan's religious dynamics, a notable Islamic cleric, Mufti Hanif Qureshi, who issued a fatwa (Islamic death opinion) and played a significant role in instigating the assassination of a reformist governor, now faces blasphemy charges himself. Accused by two residents, Hafiz Shahid Mehmood and Imran Asghar, Qureshi allegedly made derogatory comments about the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, a grave offense under Pakistan's stringent blasphemy laws. These laws have been a subject of global debate, particularly as they've recently been amplified to impose harsher punishments against those disrespecting the Prophet’s immediate circle. The current accusations against Qureshi spotlight the unpredictable nature of religious sentiments in the nation: while the cleric had previously encouraged the murder of Salman Taseer for perceived blasphemy, he now stands accused of a similar offense. The gravity of this situation is underscored by recent violent events in Pakistan, where mere accusations, whether substantiated or not, can lead to communal riots or even public lynchings.
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