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PTA bans Wikipedia in Pakistan over ‘sacrilegious content’


The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has banned access to Wikipedia in Pakistan due to concerns over “sacrilegious content”. The exact details of what content was deemed inappropriate are not clear, but it is likely related to material that is considered offensive to religious sentiments. This is not the first time that the PTA has taken action to censor content deemed inappropriate, as the authority has the power to restrict or unblock websites as it sees fit.

This decision has been met with criticism by some who argue that censorship of the internet goes against freedom of expression and the right to access information. In the age of the internet, access to information is increasingly important, and restrictions on websites like Wikipedia can limit the flow of knowledge and ideas.

On the other hand, others argue that the PTA has a responsibility to protect its citizens from offensive material, particularly material that is deemed insulting to religious beliefs. However, there is often a fine line between censorship and protecting religious beliefs, and the PTA must weigh the benefits and drawbacks of its actions.

Regardless of one's personal stance on censorship, it is clear that the ban on Wikipedia in Pakistan is a complex issue with no easy answers. The PTA will likely continue to face criticism from both sides as it strives to balance the rights of its citizens with the need to protect religious beliefs.

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