Process of Islamization in Pakistan

Steps towards Islamization by the Martial law Government From 1977 to till

Era Zia-ul-Haq took over the country in 1977. He took some steps towards
Islamization in Pakistan which are as follows:

Enforcement of Hadood

The Hadood Ordinance was issued on 10 February 1979, under which the offences
against property, the rape, the Zina and Qazf were considered grievous crimes and
their punishments were imposed.

System of Zakat and Usher

On June 20, 1 980, the system of Zakat and Usher was impose under which the
Government was empowered to deduct 2.5 percent from the bank deposits in saving
accounts on 1st Ramadan. The Zakat collection will be distributed by the Zakat
Councils among the deserved. The Collection of Usher started in 1983 under which
ten percent at the specific amount of agricultural yield is liable to be realized.

Elimination of Interest

For the elimination of interest, on 1 January 1981, the profit and loss sharing accounts
were opened. All the saving accounts Were converted into PLS accounts with effect
from 1 July, 1984. Moreover all the financial institutions under the control Of
government started giving loan on sharing basis.

Shariat Courts

Shariat Benches in all High Courts were established hed on 10 February 1979 through
an ordinance, in which Ulama Were inelüded as Judges. In May 1980 through an
ordinance Shariat Benches were converted into Shariat Courts, which hear appeals
from the subordinate courts and interpret Islam. The Shariat Bench of Supreme Court
hears the appeals against the decisions Of the Federal Shariat Court, and can declare
void any law and step, which is repugnant to Islam.

Compulsory Education of Islamat

Islamic Studies was made compulsory for all classes for bringing educational system
in conformity with Islam

Ehtram-e-Ramadan Ordinance

An Ehtram-e-Ramadan Ordinance was issued which provided the complete sanctity

for Ramadan and any contravention to this Ordinance was liable to three months
imprisonment or a fine Of Rs. 500 or both.

Observation of Salat (Namaz)

Arrangement for observing salat Of Zuhar in the government and semi-government

offices, schools and colleges were made. Salat committees were constituted to
motivate people for salat.

Compulsory Arabic Teaching

Arabic teaching was made compulsory from class 6th to 8th.

Establishment of International Islamic University

An Islamic University at Islamabad started functioning from 2 January 1981,which

makes research in every field Of Islamic law.

Patronage of Madarus

Deni Madarus were patronized and annual financial assistance was given to them, and
the Sanad (Degree) Of Dars-e-Nazami was made equivalent to degree of MA

Respect of Ulrna (Religious Scholars)

For the formation of Islamic Society in Pakistan the government issued an ordinance
in the country which the government declared the Ulmas will be given due respect

Respect of Companion of Holy Prophet (PBUH)

According to ordinance Of 1 979, it was declared that the four caliph of Islam other
companions Of Holy Prophet (PBUH) will be respected. The person who will not give
due respect to the companions of Holy Prophet (PBUH) he will be punished for three
years imprison and fine.

Facilities of Hajj
According to the Presidential ordinance Of 1979, it was declared that the Government
should provide suitable and compulsory facilities to the Hajaj-ul-Ikram. Department
of Khadam-ul-Hajaj established for the solution Of the problems of Hajjis and
provides them suitable facilities.