Section 295C: Use of derogatory remarks, etc., in respect of the Holy Prophet
The Pakistan Penal Code · Pakistan Penal Code · Chapter XV · in_force
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Whoever by words, either spoken or written, or by visible representation, or by any imputation, innuendo, or insinuation, directly or indirectly, defiles the sacred name of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) shall be punished with death, [*] and shall also be liable to fine.]
Effective date: 1862-01-01
Related sections
Section 295B: Defiling, etc., of copy of Holy QuranSection 296: Disturbing religious assemblySection 295A: Deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings of any class bySection 297: Trespassing on burial places, etcSection 295: Injuring or defiling place of worship, with intent to insult the religion of any classSection 298: Uttering words, etc
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