Interfaith Harmony and Pakistani Laws: A Critical Analysis

Abstract

In the present age, stronger relationships, compassion, and peace are needed across nations, religions, and communities than at any other time in human history. Hence, in this era of conflict and clash, interfaith harmony has emerged as the most important endeavour. Muslims make up the majority in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which is a multiracial and multi-religious country. All religious minorities, including Christians, Hindus, and Sikhs, are guaranteed religious freedom under article 20 of the Constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan that was adopted in 1973. Regrettably, radical minds in Pakistan appear to be striving to restrict the freedom of religion for people of other religions. The importance of interfaith harmony among Pakistan's religious minorities is the main topic of this study. This study also underlines the importance of encouraging interfaith unity among Pakistan's minorities. Data was collected by using secondary resource such as published documents, research articles. This study increases understanding between Pakistan's minorities and the country's diverse religious groups by addressing crucial topics related to interreligious harmony. The study finds that both the Constitution of Pakistan and Islam protect religious freedom for the nation's religious minorities. Lastly, this study makes some suggestions for feasible ways to bring Pakistan's various religious communities together.