Abstract
Pakistan has been facing the issues of extremism, radicalization and intolerance in society since decades, which has led to a destabilized and a divided society. Our youth is misled by anti-state elements which delude them that the democratic system of Pakistan is un-Islamic and the constitution of Pakistan is not in accordance with the teachings of Islam. APS attack in December 2014 has been a turning point for Pakistan’s military and civilian government to strengthen its resolve to combat terrorism and the extremist views behind it. Solution to these problems is now provided by Paigham- e- Pakistan, a declaration drafted in the light of Qur’ān &Sunnah of Prophet Muḥammad (SAW) by Islamic Research Institute, Islamabad. It supports the constitution of Islamic Republic of Pakistan and aims at eradicating extremism, hatred, violence & terrorism from Pakistani society and promoting enlightenment and peace through this intellectual Jihād. It provides a counter narrative for Pakistani youth adhering to violent and radical Islamic ideologies. It gathers religious scholars from all schools of thought, intellectuals, academia & civil society on a joint declaration which reflects the collective thinking of the State of Pakistan. Through this declaration it is aimed to bring peace and stability within the country, and develop an inclusive society and to project Pakistan as a strong and stable modern nation in the international community.