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The Dark World of Pakistan's Blasphemy Hunters
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October 27, 2024
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55:43Now PlayingIn Pakistan, a disturbing trend of online blasphemy cases has emerged, with vigilante groups spearheading a campaign that has ensnared hundreds of young professionals. These self-appointed "blasphemy hunters" scour the internet for potentially offensive content, leading to arrests and trials that have upended lives. Aroosa Khan, whose son was caught in this web, laments, "Our lives have been turned upside down," highlighting the personal toll of these prosecutions. The Legal Commission on Blasphemy Pakistan (LCBP), one of the most active groups, claims divine sanction for their actions, with leader Sheraz Ahmad Farooqi stating, "God has chosen them for this noble cause." However, human rights organizations warn of the dangers inherent in this vigilantism, pointing to potential abuses of power and the chilling effect on free expression in a country where blasphemy accusations can lead to severe consequences, including public lynchings.
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