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Self-perceived gender identity cannot override biological sex under Islamic jurisprudence
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Certain clauses allowing unrestricted gender reassignment were repugnant to Islamic injunctions
This ruling became the legal anchor for opposition voices, who argue that national broadcasters must align content with constitutional and religious interpretations already upheld by the judiciary.
Religion as Authority: The Qaum-e-Lut Reference
Many viral posts invoke Qur’anic verses and Hadith referencing the people of Lut (Qaum-e-Lut). These references are used to frame transgender representation not as a rights issue, but as moral transgression.
From an EEAT standpoint, it is critical to clarify:
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These citations reflect religious opinion, not statutory criminal law
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Pakistan’s legal system operates at the intersection of Islamic principles and constitutional processes
The tension arises when theological positions are treated as immediate regulatory mandates, bypassing institutions like PEMRA.
Maria B’s Intervention: From Designer to Cultural Combatant
Maria B’s video statement rejecting LGBTQ+ advocacy—citing religion, medical biology, and court rulings—acted as an accelerant. Within hours:
