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Political Tensions Emerge Over Regulation of Madrasas in Pakistan

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Political Tensions Emerge Over Regulation of Madrasas in Pakistan

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  • Madrasas in Pakistan attract poor children with promises of free education, meals, and housing.
  • These institutions are viewed by the government and Western officials as potential threats due to links with violence and militancy.
  • The conflict over madrasa regulation started in 2019 with a government overhaul aimed at increasing institutional accountability.
  • An agreement in October 2024 allowed madrasas to revert to previous registration norms, reducing oversight significantly.
  • This deal, made with the political party Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, included support for controversial judicial amendments.

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