'VPN is Haram', Fatwa issued in Pakistan-why?
In India's neighboring country pakistan, the country's top advisory body on religious matters has issued a strange decree. They announced that the Virtual Private Network (VPN) used to view banned content on the Internet is against Islamic law. Pakistani authorities on friday (November 15) deployed a nationwide firewall and promoted surveillance on the Internet. Under this, it has been made mandatory for the user to register his Virtual Private Network (VPN) with the pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The government has taken this step with the aim of strengthening cyber security and fighting terrorism.
There has also been talk of issuing a fatwa against VPN in Pakistan. For this, the Council of Islamic Ideology clarified in its opinion that using any technology for immoral or illegal purposes is a violation of Islamic principles. Council President Ragib Naimi has considered the use of VPN a sin. He said VPN technology is also being used to spread misinformation and create chaos in society. From a religious point of view, it is becoming a means of weakening the moral structure of society.
Internet censorship vs national security
The government argues that VPNs are being misused for terrorist activities, financial crimes and accessing pornography. The home Ministry called it a national security issue and directed the PTA to block illegal VPNs. However, critics believe the move is a symbol of disproportionate control over freedom. While the government claims it is necessary for security, critics argue that it is censorship and an attack on personal freedom.
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