Vigilante groups in Pakistan, mainly lawyers and volunteers, prosecute individuals for online blasphemy, escalating 300+ cases via social media.
Private vigilante groups in Pakistan, primarily composed of lawyers and volunteers, are increasingly prosecuting individuals for online blasphemy, often targeting young professionals. Many accused claim they were misled into sharing blasphemous content. The rise of social media has facilitated this surge in cases, with the Legal Commission on Blasphemy Pakistan prosecuting over 300 cases. Blasphemy charges can incite public outrage and violence, with severe legal consequences.
October 14, 2024
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