Section 325 and the Question of Human Suffering

The recent decision to restore criminal penalties for attempted suicide has reignited an important debate at the intersection of law, religion, ethics and mental health. While some view suicide as a moral and religious issue, others argue that individuals who attempt to take their own lives are often experiencing profound psychological distress and require care, treatment and support rather than punishment.

This session examines the legal, religious, medical and social dimensions of Section 325 of the Pakistan Penal Code. What are the implications of criminalizing suicide attempts? How should society respond to individuals facing severe emotional and mental suffering? And how can concerns of faith, public morality and mental health be understood within a framework that upholds both human dignity and social responsibility?

This session is free and open to all. Just visit the venue to attend it.

The Black Hole
Plot 5H, Street 100, G-11/3, Islamabad.
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