Has Mirza Qadiani’s movement been legally addressed in Islamic countries?
Yes, the movement founded by Mirza Qadiani has been legally addressed in several Islamic countries, most notably in Pakistan. In 1974, Pakistan's National Assembly declared Ahmadis as non-Muslims. This legal step followed thorough deliberations by scholars and lawmakers on the movement’s core beliefs.
The 1984 Ordinance XX further restricted their religious practices, prohibiting them from calling themselves Muslims, using Islamic terminology, or preaching their faith publicly. These laws aim to protect mainstream Islamic practices and prevent theological distortion.
Other Muslim-majority countries have also placed legal or social restrictions on the Ahmadiyya movement, although the enforcement varies. Internationally, the issue often intersects with debates on religious freedom and doctrinal purity.
Emaan-e-Kamil provides legal and historical insights into the status of Mirza Qadiani and his movement in various jurisdictions, offering readers a balanced and informed perspective.