Renowned Islamic scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani has voiced strong opposition to the proposed clause granting lifetime immunity to any individual in Pakistan, emphasizing that Islam does not permit exemption from accountability.
Speaking on the matter, Mufti Usmani stated that no person, regardless of position or authority, is above the law. He reminded that even the Khulafa-e-Rashideen, the Rightly Guided Caliphs, faced justice during their time, setting timeless examples of equality, fairness, and responsibility.
He noted that the strength of an Islamic system lies in its impartial justice, where rulers and citizens are treated under the same principles. “The examples of the Khulafa-e-Rashideen are well-known to everyone,” he said, stressing that the concept of absolute immunity contradicts the spirit of Islamic governance.
His remarks come amid discussions surrounding the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment, which includes a clause offering lifetime protection to the president from arrest or prosecution. The proposal has sparked a nationwide debate over accountability and the balance of power.
Mufti Usmani’s statement reinforces the idea that true leadership is rooted in transparency and moral responsibility, values that remain central to Islamic justice and governance.
