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Acknowledged
Evidence given to our inquiry suggested that blasphemy laws in Pakistan are frequently misused to...
Conclusion
Evidence given to our inquiry suggested that blasphemy laws in Pakistan are frequently misused to settle personal disputes and to target religious minorities. Claims of blasphemy are often not supported by adequate evidence and can lead to violence towards the accused and the accused’s family. (Paragraph 66) 36 UK aid to Pakistan
Government Response Summary
The government raises the misuse of blasphemy laws with the Pakistani Government at the highest levels, presses for speedy and fair trials, and urges authorities to ensure the safety of those released.
Government Response
Acknowledged
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
It is deeply concerning that blasphemy laws in Pakistan are frequently misused, including to settle personal disputes and to target religious minorities. We raise this issue privately with the Government of Pakistan at the highest levels to avoid the risk of doing harm given this is a sensitive subject. We press for speedy and fair trials for those accused and urge the Pakistan authorities to ensure the safety of those released.
Source
Committee
International Development Committee
Inquiry
UK aid to Pakistan
Report
Sixth Report - UK aid to Pakistan
29 Apr 2022
HC 102
Timeline
Recommendation age
4.1 yrs
Report published
29 Apr 2022