In recent years, Pakistan has grappled with numerous challenges concerning religious freedom, particularly regarding the Ahmadiyya community. This issue has once again come to the forefront following a recent decision by the Pakistan Supreme Court defending the right to free expression of religious beliefs.
The Ahmadiyya community, a minority Islamic sect, has faced persecution and discrimination in Pakistan for decades. Despite considering themselves Muslims, Ahmadis are deemed non-Muslims under Pakistani law due to their belief in Mirza Ghulam Ahmad as a prophet after Muhammad. This theological difference has subjected them to severe social, political, and legal marginalization, including restrictions on religious practices, hate speech, and violence.
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