The world today is divided into many countries, regions,
groups and continents. The reasons behind this division are definitely more than
one. It can be ethnic, lingual, tribal or religious. There are only few
countries on the surface of earth which came in to existence solely on the
bases of religion and ideology.
Pakistan is the first ever country which was meant to be an
Islamic state, a place where the true teachings or Islam will be followed and implemented
in every field. Where the word of Allah will dominate and a true Islamic welfare
state will emerge as a role model for rest of the world. But unfortunately, so
far this goal has not been achieved.
If someone asks why Pakistan is an Islamic state and why it
cannot be declared as a secular state?
The simple answer is that, if someone wants that the system
and constitution of Pakistan should be secular then the question will arise “what
was the purpose of division of subcontinent in to Pakistan and India?” United
India was best place to practice secularism.
Why more than .3 million people sacrificed their lives, thousands
were injured, many became orphans and widows? They sacrificed Just to create a
secular state within a secular state or to establish an Islamic state where
they can practice their religion freely?
Pakistan came in to being as an Islamic state on the demand
of Muslims of subcontinent because they have different identity, traditions,
life style, customs and religion. And it is quite logical and rational that the
state of Pakistan should be run according to the will of those who have their
bloods in the foundation of this country. And without any ambiguity they want
Islam to be practiced.
