Blasphemy Quote by Shahbaz Bhatti
“But when General Ziaul Haq introduced the strict blasphemy - 295 A, B, C - of Pakistan's penal code, then from 1986 to today there are hundreds cases that are registered under the protection of blasphemy law. And until today, no case against any minorities, and especially Christians, is proved in the higher court. The lower court would order punishment but the higher court would always acquit people. So it proves that this law is being used as a tool of victimization against minorities and innocent people of Pakistan.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Human Rights Address, 2010
Blasphemy laws in Pakistan are misused to target minorities, leading to unjust punishments and acquittals.
In simple terms: Blasphemy law harms minorities unfairly.
Key Takeaway
Advocate legal reform.
Themes
justice
minority rights
law abuse
Mood
urgent
somber
Type
advocacy
political
When to use this quote
- court cases
- activism
- policy advocacy
- community support
Key Concepts
Human rights
legal reform
Questions to Reflect On
- How can civil society challenge discriminatory laws?
- What protections can minorities demand?
A Different Perspective
Changing entrenched legal systems is difficult.
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