Not a Matter of Individual Rights

that blasphemy is indeed an ideological attack on Islam. Therefore, the correct and effective approach to counter it is by disproving and refuting it at the ideological level. This is a defensive measure rather than an imposition of Shariah punishment. The reality is that blasphemy against Islam and the Prophet does not fit within the framework of a conventional legal crime. Only a counter-ideological response can effectively repel an ideological attack. We cannot eliminate intellectual and ideological challenges by resorting to physical violence and killing the perpetrator. While killing a killer may resolve the problem, killing a ‘shatim’ (blasphemer) does not eradicate the problem of blasphemy. Blasphemy is an issue that persists even after the death of the blasphemer. And when the real issue persists, what is achieved by killing the person? Therefore, if the real problem continues, what purpose does killing the person serve? Instead, we must address the concerns and objections raised by the blasphemer to provide clarity and understanding to everyone involved. We can foster a more informed and enlightened society by engaging in open dialogue and addressing these issues.