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Pakistan's Senate, Prevention of Violent Extremism Act, 2023
PhotoNews Pakistan > Pakistan > Govt to Table the Prevention of Violent Extremism Act, 2023, in Senate
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Govt to Table the Prevention of Violent Extremism Act, 2023, in Senate

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By Web Desk Published July 30, 2023 3 Min Read
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The government is ready to introduce a new legislative proposal in the Senate, primarily aiming to combat “violent extremism.”

The legislation seeks to prevent those involved in such incidents, both individuals and organizations, from engaging in the electoral process. Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah is set to present the bill today.

The draft bill characterizes violent extremism as acts fuelled by political, religious, sectarian, or ideological beliefs, including incitement, support, threats, and violence. It also encompasses the financing and protection of individuals or groups associated with such acts. All of these actions will be outlawed if the bill passes.

The Implications of the Proposed Legislation

If the bill becomes law, any individual or members of organizations involved in violent extremism could face detentions ranging from 90 days to a year. This includes leaders, officials, and workers associated with such entities. However, the legislation would also protect the rights of the accused to appeal to the high court.

The legislation includes provisions that allow the government to classify an individual or organization as perpetuating violent extremism, following which they would be barred from election participation and financial institution support. The legislation also includes measures to restrict media access to violent individuals and organizations and investigate such groups’ assets.

Under the proposed bill, those involved in violent extremism may also face asset freezes, passport revocations, and travel restrictions. In addition, the government could order the individual to leave or stay in a specific area. If the situation warrants, the legislation allows for a review process to remove the individual or organization from the designated list, with the potential for an appeal to the high court.

Further, the government plans to establish a de-radicalisation centre to rehabilitate violent individuals and a research centre to counter violent extremism. Educational institutions would be required to report acts of violent extremism to the government immediately.

The bill also holds public servants accountable for avoiding involvement in violent extremism and ensuring the immediate removal of extremist content from social media.

The legislation details severe penalties for those found guilty of violent extremism, including imprisonment ranging from three to ten years and fines up to Rs 2 million. For those who violate the proposed law, the penalties could range from one to five years of imprisonment and fines up to Rs1 million. Organizations found guilty could face a fine of Rs5 million and dissolution. Individuals or organizations that aid or abet violent extremism could also face significant imprisonment and fines.

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