Death Penalty For Blasphemy And Apostasy:" Comparative Analysis Between Egypt And Afghanistan"

Authors

  • Syeda Asifa Haider Department of political science & International Relations Government College Women University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Manahil Imran Department of political science & International Relations Government College Women University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Tayba Anwar Department of Political Science & International Relations, Government College Women University, Faisalabad, Pakistan.

Keywords:

Apostasy, Blasphemy, ICCPR (International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights), Islamic Jurisprudence.

Abstract

The crime of blasphemy or apostasy has been imposed and sensitive in Islamic law in addition in the law ofs international human rights. Both are regarded as charged religious offences, and their legal status varies widely across Muslim states. The following comparative analysis shows how Afghanistan and Egypt handle the death penalty for Blasphemy and apostasy in their legal as well as political life. Based on the abstract provided, the research paper is about blasphemy and apostasy laws in Islamic law and how they compare to international human rights. It specifically looks at the differences between the legal systems of Egypt and Afghanistan. Through an examination of law, judicial behavior, and popular reaction, the research discovers deep differences as well as similarities between the two countries' policies. Local media in Islamic countries often describe the death penalty as justice and a duty in Islam. The study concludes that the death penalty is not just a legal issue but is also connected to culture, religion, and politics in Islamic countries. The research seeks to deliver an elevated critical assessment of religious sensitivities in connection with Egyptian and Afghan international human rights obligations.

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Published

2025-11-08

How to Cite

Syeda Asifa Haider, Manahil Imran, & Tayba Anwar. (2025). Death Penalty For Blasphemy And Apostasy:" Comparative Analysis Between Egypt And Afghanistan". Dialogue Social Science Review (DSSR), 3(10.1), 1–13. Retrieved from https://dialoguesreview.com/index.php/2/article/view/1163

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