New Delhi, August 30: The call for implementing Islamic law in India by Maulana Sajid Rashidi has sparked significant controversy. Tahiruddin Tahir, associated with the Khuddam-e-Roza Taj Mahal Urs Committee in Agra, has expressed support for Rashidi’s statement. In contrast, Sant Diwakaracharya Maharaj from Ayodhya has vehemently opposed the idea.
In an interview, Tahiruddin Tahir stated that if Islamic law were to be implemented in India, it would include provisions for punishment based on the severity of crimes. He cited Saudi Arabia as an example, noting that strict laws there lead to severe actions against offenders.
Tahir claimed that stringent laws could help curb theft, harassment, rape, and other crimes. He argued that if laws in India were enforced rigorously, it could lead to a decrease in criminal activities.
On the other hand, Sant Diwakaracharya Maharaj criticized Maulana Rashidi’s statement, asserting that the Constitution of India is supreme and that the country operates according to constitutional principles. He emphasized the need to respect India’s constitutional framework and warned against any attempts to impose Islamic law over it. He suggested that those who seek to elevate any system above the Constitution may soon find themselves in legal trouble.
Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi remarked that India can never become a Hindu or Islamic nation. He highlighted that India is a democratic country where numerous religions coexist, and individuals practice their beliefs freely, as granted by the Constitution. He cautioned that discussions about implementing Sharia law could lead to demands for a Hindu nation, resulting in conflict, which would not be in the interest of the country or society.
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