Protection of the Finality of Prophethood and the Analytical Study of the Constitution and Law of Pakistan

Abstract

The concept of the Finality of prophethood, known as Khatm-e-Nabuwwat, holds a paramount position in Islamic theology. The Holy Quran, along with the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), articulates this belief, emphasizing that Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) is the last and final messenger of Allah, and no prophet or messenger will come after him. A qualitative approach with an analytical method is used in this article. In the context of Pakistan, a country founded on the principles of Islam, the belief in the Finality of Prophethood is enshrined in its constitution and protected by its laws. It is discussed and analyzed in this article that the Constitution of Pakistan, 1973, explicitly safeguards the creed of Khatm-e-Nabowat, ensuring that no one denies or challenges the finality of the prophethood of Muhammad (S.A.W.). The Pakistan Penal Code of 1860 also contains provisions that address blasphemy and offences against the finality of prophethood, reflecting the significance of this belief in the legal framework of the country. It is also discussed that the individuals who do not accept Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) as the final messenger face legal consequences in Pakistan due to the protection afforded to Khatm-e-Nabowat. Therefore the Finality of Prophethood is a central and non-negotiable belief in Islam, and Pakistan, as a Muslim country, takes significant measures to protect and uphold this creed in both its constitution and legal framework. The ongoing efforts to safeguard Khatm-e-Nabowat underscore its critical importance in shaping the religious and legal landscape of Pakistan.